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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · 20d

Esteemed Opera Guests,

Please form a disorderly queue at the Kiosk to purchase your ice cream and Pre-Convention t-shirt. Available to all membership holders in the audience!

dwcon.org/214

#DWConMerch #DWCon #DWConNewsletter

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · 24d

Merch Alert!

Our show-stopping Pre-Convention t-shirt will be going on sale soon! Take a look here for more details about sizing and how to purchase yours: https://dwcon.org/209

Please note these are available to membership holders only!

#Discworld #DWCon2026 #DWConNews #DWConMerch

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 25

Hey 2026 Members, did you get an email from us? We're starting to send out exclusive mail to our Membership. If you missed the latest showing, you can read it here: https://dwcon.org/194/

No shiny clacks from us? Check here for solutions: https://dwcon.org/193/

#Discworld #DWCon26 #DWConNews

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 24

Many happy returns to this pair of illustrious gentlemen! We hope you both have a wonderful day.

#DWCon #DWBirthday #DWGuests

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 21

Happy birthday to the specQUACKular Pat Harkin, our long-suffering Auctioneer and Maskerade MC!

#DWCon #DWConBirthday #DWCon2026 #DWConGuest

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 21

Today is World Alzheimer's Day, and we are proud to be supporting the Alzheimer's Society as one of our chosen charities, a cause that Sir Terry also endorsed. Take a look at their website here: www.alzheimers.org.uk/

#DWCon #DWConCharities #WorldAlzheimersDay

@alzheimerssoc.bsky.social

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 19

Although he is no longer with us, we would still like to wish the ineffable Jack Cohen a happy birthday, and thank him for sharing his knowledge and love for science with us.

#DWCon #DiscworldBirthday #GNU

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 18

I've got a little list...

Of people who will not miss out on exclusive Member Only updates!

If you want access to all our shiny things, please make sure you're on the mailing list. Details below:

https://dwcon.org/193/

#DWCon2026 #DWConNews

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 15

It's International Democracy Day!

“I like the idea of democracy. You have to have someone everyone distrusts," said Brutha. "That way, everyone's happy.”

Ankh-Morpork in particular has a "One Man, One Vote" policy - who does it belong to?

#DWCon #DWCon2026 #DiscworldQuote

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 14

Happy Birthday to Ian Mitchell, of Discworld Emporium fame. We hope you have a wonderful day!

#DWCon #DWConBirthday #InternationalDiscworldCon #Discworld

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 13

Happy Birthday to the one and only Cunning Artificer, Bernard Pearson! We hope you have a wonderful day!

#DWCon #DWConBirthday #InternationalDiscworldCon #Discworld

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 5

This International Day of Charity, we want to give the spotlight to the charities the Convention will be supporting:

- The Orangutan Foundation
- @alzheimerssoc.bsky.social
- @transactualuk.bsky.social

Want to find out more? Take a look over here: dwcon.org/useful-inf...

#DWCon2026 #DWCharity

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Sep 1

It's World Letter Writing Day!

What is the famous saying of the postal service of Ankh-Morpork and what should you never ask them about?

#DWCon2026 #DWCon #WorldLetterWritingDay #GoingPostal

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 30

Happy National Bacon Day!

We all know how our favourite Watch Commander likes his done, but what's your preference? And if you don't want them, can I have your crispy bacon bits please?

#DWCon2026 #Discworld #NationalBaconDay

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 28

Happy birthday to the wonderful Isobel Pearson, we hope that Bernard spoils you as you so rightfully deserve!

#DWCon2026 #Discworld #DiscworldBirthday

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 16

That's definitely very Nanny! 😅

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 16

Happy National Rum Day!

What rum-based cocktail is somewhat infamous on the Disc? Who loves to drink it?

(And why is bananananananananana so hard to stop?)

#Discworld #InternationalRumDay #DWCon2026

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 15

I've got a little list...

The waiting list! Missed out on a chance to get your Membership in the first two waves? Sign up here and our Membership Usher will guide you to an appropriate seat when one appears: 2026.dwcon.org/usefu...

#Discworld #DiscworldNews #DWCon2026

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 12

The latest newsletter about Memberships: dwcon.org/useful-inf...

The waiting list is NOT open yet. If you had any issues or have any queries about Membership purchases, please email info@dwcon.org

#DWCon2026 #DWConNews #Discworld #InternationalDiscworldCon

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 12

The latest newsletter about Memberships: dwcon.org/useful-inf...

The waiting list is NOT open yet. If you had any issues or have any queries about Membership purchases, please email info@dwcon.org

#DWCon2026 #DWConNews #Discworld #InternationalDiscworldCon

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 10

Oh no! Unfortunately, memberships have now SOLD OUT!
But don't worry - there is always the waiting list. It's not open yet, we will shout from the balconies when we open it.

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 10

Please email [email protected] and our support team will be happy to help you sort this.

Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 10

Just five short minutes until we open the turnstile for Wave 2! Head over to our purchase portal here: www.tickettailor.com...

Good Luck!

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Discworld Convention @dwcon.org · Aug 10

Please take your seats, the matinee performance of Wave 2 membership sales will begin shortly...

dwcon.org/useful-inf...

#DWCon #DiscworldConvention #DWCon2026 #DWConNews

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