Octocon 2026
The National Irish Science Fiction Convention
Clayton Hotel Cork City and Online
Saturday 3rd October – Sunday 4th October, 2026
Octocon, the National Irish Science Fiction Convention, is a weekend celebration of our favourite stories from books, comics, TV, films and games; from science fiction, fantasy, horror and beyond; attracting artists, writers, film-makers and fans from across the human sphere of influence.
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Octocon is Heading to The Clayton Hotel and Online!
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 will also continue our tradition of holding Octocon both in-person and online – both days!
Sign up now for Octocon 2026
Clayton Hotel Cork City and Online
Saturday 3rd October – Sunday 4th October, 2026
Weekend Memberships
- Attending – €80
- Concession – €50
- YA (Young Adult) – €25
- Child (under 13) – Free (Must be accompanied by an adult member)
- Online Only – €20
- Online Only Concession – €10
- Supporting – €15
- Friend – €100
Coming with friends? Buy 5 memberships at the same time and get the cheapest one completely free
Day rates (including full weekend online access)
Saturday:
- Attending – €45
- Concession – €30
- YA (Young Adult) – €15
Sunday:
- Attending – €40
- Concession – €25
- YA (Young Adult) – €15
Find out more about our membership levels
Read our policies and statements, including member charter, code of conduct, disease mitigation policy
Opening Hours
Saturday
- Registration in the Clayton Hotel Cork City from 09:00
- Programme in Cork and online 09:45 to 20:00
- Trade Hall 10:00 – 18:00
- Evening socials from 20:00
Sunday
- Registration from 09:30
- Programme in Cork and online 10:00 – 18:30
followed by the Closing Ceremony - Trade Hall 10:00 – 17:30
Join the Team
We’re currently recruiting for some new members of the team to help us make Octocon 2026 as amazing as it can be.
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