The Story of RavenCon
RavenCon, first held in 2006 by a passionate group of local fans, is a vibrant Science Fiction/Fantasy/Horror convention. Our mission is to provide a dynamic forum where fans and professionals can engage and explore their interests in literature, art, gaming, podcasting, costuming, science, and music. We work hard to provide an action-packed weekend filled with exciting activities for everyone!
1926: Hugo Gernsback coins the term “Science Fiction” and launches Amazing Stories, the first publication dedicated exclusively to the new genre.
2026: RavenCon partners with Amazing Stories magazine to host the OFFICIAL 100th Anniversary of Science Fiction (and 20 years of RavenCon)!
Location
RavenCon 2025 will be held at The Virginia Crossings Hotel by Hilton in Glen Allen, VA, a beautiful hotel that’s conveniently located near the intersection of I-95 and 295.
Events
Concerts • Cosplay • Gaming
Workshops • Readings • Signings
A Raven In Wonderland Tea Party
Independent Film Celebration
48-Hour Cthuluthon • Vendors
Book Swap • 2 Escape Rooms
The Ultimate Blanket Fort Competition
Kids’ Costume Parade and Programming
The RavenCon Masquerade and More Than 300 Hours of Programming!
Special Guests
Author Guest of Honor:
David Brin is a scientist, tech speaker/consultant, and above all a proud sci fi author. His novels about our survival and opportunities in the near future include EARTH and Existence. A film by Kevin Costner was based on The Postman. His 16 novels, including NY Times Bestsellers and Hugo Award winners, have been translated into more than twenty languages. EARTH foreshadowed global warming, cyberwarfare and the world wide web.
Author Guest of Honor:
K.B. Wagers has a bachelor’s degree in Russian Studies and their non-fiction writing has earned them an Air Force Space Command media contest award for best guest writer. A native of Colorado, they currently live in the north of the state with plenty of access to hiking trails. They are a firm believer in the important of rest and have given several talks on burnout and the deluge of toxic productivity especially in the publishing industry.
Artist Guest of Honor:
Ruth Sanderson has been a professional illustrator for over 45 years. In recent years she’s been illustrating fantasy and horror for the limited-edition company Centipede Press, including covers for Bram Stoker’s Powers of Darkness, Alligator by Shelley Katz, as well as covers and interiors for The House Next Door by Anne Rivers Siddons and Things Seen and Unseen, a short story collection by Terry Lamsley.
More guests to be announced soon!
