Conbust

ConBust is a three day sci-fi/fantasy/anime/gaming convention put on each spring by students at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts.

Conbust is a three day annual convention that takes place on Smith College Campus. It is run by Smith students and is host to panelists from all different industries with a focus on women and minorities. Fiction authors, web comic artists, and musicians alike come to Conbust every year to talk with attendees and run panels. Like our event page! https://www.facebook.com/events/1823638381229909/

04/15/2020

Update on refunds for artists and vendors:

We apologize for the delay in refunding artist and vendor registration fees. Artists and Vendors, be on the lookout for a form in the mail. Once you've filled out this form, you should be able to receive your refund. The forms are on their way through snail mail, so they may be a bit slow. Uncashed checks are also being mailed back. You should receive an email from us soon with details. Thank you for your patience in these unprecedented times.

03/27/2020

Are you staying home, practicing social distancing, and feeling sad you can't be at Conbust this weekend? Good news! You can still explore art, writing, podcasts, webcomics, and more from all of the awesome artists, guests, panelists, and demonstrators we originally scheduled! Links to many of their websites can be found in this document: https://tinyurl.com/rut87h8

On a more serious note, convention cancellations can mean significant income loss for artists, vendors, guests, and panelists. If you are able to, please consider financially supporting those who were unable to attend Conbust this year, and checking out their work online.

03/10/2020

We are beyond devastated to inform everyone that the dance is cancelled. Smith has asked students to leave campus, and continue classwork remotely for the rest of the semester. Thank you for your support and patience as we deal with logistics of the cancellation amid this news.

03/09/2020

IMPORTANT UPDATE ON CONBUST 2020.

We are deeply saddened to inform you that as of last night, Smith College has canceled every event expecting more than 50 people. This means that ConBust 2020 is canceled. Although we are reeling from this decision and our disappointment in the cancellation of the event, we have met with the head of organizations at Smith College, Tamra Bates, to discuss the next steps.

Please note that although the Con has been cancelled, THE DANCE WILL STILL CONTINUE, with a cap of 50 people. It will be Saturday, March 28th from 9-12.

Panelists, guests, artists, and vendors should expect emails with more details about the logistical implications and consequences of this cancellation.

We apologize for the cancellation and late notice. Please know that we are just as frustrated and upset as you are, and that will do our best to make things right with the ways we're given.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

03/08/2020

Hello everyone,

Smith College is asking us to share COVID-19 prep with attendees. Just so it is clear, WE ARE STILL PLANNING ON HAVING CONBUST. We will keep you updated if that should change, but we are planning on going full steam ahead.
That being said:

Individuals considering attending events on Smith’s campus should stay home if they have a fever, cough or shortness of breath. Should symptoms appear while they are already on campus, visitors are asked to self-isolate and contact their primary health-care provider.

In addition, if you have traveled to CDC alert-level 3 countries (such as Italy) less than 2 weeks before ConBust, you are not permitted on Smith’s campus until you have self-isolated and remained symptom-free for a minimum of 14 days.

Again, we're very excited for ConBust, and we do not anticipate this being a problem. We're simply conveying the information for the worst-case scenario.

We're happy to answer any comments or concerns. Sincerely,

The ConChairs

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/symptoms.html

03/01/2020

Pre-registration and scholarship applications are now open! Ticket prices are the same as last year.

PRE-REGISTRATION:
If you would like to pre-register for the con, please fill out and mail this form, along with cash or check, by March 18th, 2020. Further information can be found on the form.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jm5P8v-EcLXM-zKvb0Y27JwS4hWY49shrlqa-s3FWpk/edit?usp=sharing

SCHOLARSHIPS:
The ConBust Scholarship program is returning this year! If you're interested in applying for one of the 15 free weekend passes, please send an email to [email protected] with the following information:

Full Name:
Preferred Pronouns:
Reason for Scholarship:

You will be contacted via email by March 20th if you've received a free pass! Please note that passes will not be granted on a first-come first-serve basis as we want to make sure that the passes goes to those who need it the most. Further information can be found under the 'Registration' tab on last year's website.

02/25/2020

Get ready for Conbust 2020!!

01/28/2020

ARTIST AND VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!!!!!

Check out http://sophia.smith.edu/conbust/artistsandvendors.php for more information and to download an application form (due by Feb. 29th). You can email [email protected] with any questions.

01/10/2020

Coming soon! 👀
Keep following our social media for updates on artist and vendor applications!

12/02/2019

Conbust fundraiser this Wednesday, December 4th from 11:30 to 1:30 in the campus center! We will be selling baked goods (vegan and nut-free options!) as well as vintage merchandise!

Address

Smith College
Northampton, MA
01063

Website

http://sophia.smith.edu/conbust/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Conbust posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Establishment

Send a message to Conbust:

Shortcuts

Want your establishment to be the top-listed Arts & Entertainment in Northampton?