Saluki Con

08/29/2026

Trivia Time!

08/18/2026

08/03/2026

Coming to the SIU Student Center April 17 & 18, 2027 . . . The 10 year anniversary of Saluki Con! Special Guests, Vendors, Gaming, Cosplay, Panels and Workshops and more!

We will be contacting previous vendors soon, with open vendor applications opening September 15.

Tickets on sale October 31!



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05/01/2026

More pics of the amazing cosplay that was at this year's Saluki Con! Congrats, you did great!

04/24/2026

More photos from the last event!

04/24/2026

More coverage on this year's event!

Celebrating Creativity and Community with Celebrity Connections at Saluki Con 2026Under the vibrant atmosphere of Southern Illinois University, Saluki Con 2026 dazzled attendees with a celebration of pop culture, creativity, and community. Held over the weekend of April 18-19 at the Student Center,....

04/24/2026

A big thanks to Neon Neon Tiger Tattoo for setting up and doing amazing work!

04/23/2026

Great story from students at John A. Logan College!

From E.T. to a decades-long acting career, Henry Thomas brought more than nostalgia to SalukiCon. Our latest feature takes a closer look at the actor behind the iconic role, his path into show business, and the perspective he shared with fans at SIUC’s 2026 SalukiCon.
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Story by Will Gwaltney
Photo by Val Basenberg / The Volunteer

04/23/2026

Well, Saluki Con 2026 has wrapped up! We'd like to thank all the vendors and guests that came out and set up last weekend!

Thank you to the Volunteers and Saluki Con Committee members, you are awesome!

Also a big thanks to all who attended, this con wouldn't happen without you!

04/21/2026