Announcing – Octocon 2026

Octocon is delighted to announce our 2026 venue and guests of honour! Clayton Hotel Cork City and Online Saturday 3rd October – Sunday 4th October, 2026 On the weekend of 3rd and 4th of October 2026, we’re heading to the Clayton Hotel Cork City, centrally located on Lapp’s Quay and convenient for public transport. We…

Change of Traders

Our traders lineup is changing: Morayah Paper has had to withdraw but we found a replacement: Anthea West, a comic artist, writer, and illustrator. Visit the Octocon Trade Hall to see the rest of our lineup!

Collaboration: Tallaght Academy of Sequential Art

We’re delighted to be collaborating with the Tallaght Academy of Sequential Art (TASQ Art) at Octocon 2025. TASQ Art is an institution dedicated to the art and craft of sequential storytelling, cultivating the next generation of comic book artists, filmmakers, and game designers. They’ll be part of Octocon across both our in-person and online days:…

Chairs for Octocon 2025

Paul here! After two years working as Chair, and four on Committee in total, I’m stepping away from ConComms for a while. It’s not an easy decision to make, but it’s made easier when I know who’ll be stepping into my role for Octocon 2025. Kat Dodd will be remaining as co-Chair, to be joined…