LexiCon News

A Final Update

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 08:00:00 +0000

Our final accounts are complete, our bank account is closed, but before we go we have a couple of last pieces of news to share with you.

Rainbow Youth Donation and Blog Roundup

Sun, 25 Jun 2017 06:00:00 +0000

This week we were delighted to make an initial donation of $876.40 to Rainbow Youth. This donation came from the LexiCon Auction, Floating Market, and cash donations from members direct to Rainbow Youth.

Thank you!

Sun, 04 Jun 2017 21:00:00 +0000

Before we head off home, we just want to say a huge thank you to all of you who helped make this weekend awesome!

LexiCon Day 2 & new Night Sky event!

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 20:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Day 2 of LexiCon!

The Registration Desk is open!

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 23:00:00 +0000

The LexiCon registration desk is open (a little earlier than planned)!

Welcome to LexiCon & Conbook eBooks

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 21:00:00 +0000

It's the first day of LexiCon!

How to contact us during LexiCon

Tue, 30 May 2017 23:00:00 +0000

From tomorrow, we'll be starting our journeys to - and setting up at - the Suncourt hotel. Here's how to get in touch with us from tomorrow.

Masquerade and Art Competition

Tue, 30 May 2017 04:00:00 +0000

A reminder that if you want to participate in the Masquerade, you need to sign up here by the end of tomorrow. The masquerade takes place on Saturday night and we're really looking forward to seeing your costumes!

One week to go!

Fri, 26 May 2017 05:00:00 +0000

It’s just one week until LexiCon! We’re really excited to see you all soon.

Sign up for limited entry events!

Thu, 18 May 2017 01:00:00 +0000

A few of our events are limited entry. If you'd like to attend the Publicity for Authors or Super Sculpey workshops, or participate in the Word of the Things radio play, now's the time to sign up.

Art competition closing!

Tue, 16 May 2017 22:00:00 +0000

Our Art Competition is closing to emailed entries this Saturday (20th May), and we'd love to see your work.

Hotel Bookings Closed & Late Memberships

Wed, 10 May 2017 21:00:00 +0000

Hotel booking through the LexiCon site is now closed and we will be closing our standard membership signup process on 23rd May.

One month to go!

Tue, 02 May 2017 05:00:00 +0000

LexiCon is just one month away! We’re confirming the details of what we hope will be a fantastic weekend for everyone, and are looking forward to seeing you all next month.

We're looking for panelists!

Sun, 23 Apr 2017 21:00:00 +0000

Our timetable is almost finalised, but we're still looking for a few panelists.

LexiCon: A Guide for Writers

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 23:00:00 +0000

As well as being readers, watchers, and general geeks, we know some of our members also create science fiction and fantasy. In this update, we highlight some of the aspects of LexiCon that might be of particular interest to writers.

Two months to go!

Sun, 02 Apr 2017 09:00:00 +0000

We have just two months to go until the convention! We don’t quite know where the time has gone, but we’re putting together final touches on the programme and working hard (in a completely calm and not at all panicked manner) on sorting out all the other details that go together to make a convention happen, and we’re really excited to see you all soon.

Read on for more updates on our programme, social media, competitions, conpacks, and more…

Three months to go!

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 20:00:00 +0000

It’s three months until LexiCon! We’re looking forward to welcoming you at the Suncourt three months today, for a weekend full of panels, presentations, workshops, cosplay, gaming, and hanging out in the bar.

Read on for updates on our programme, accommodation, competitions, merchandise, and more...

Competitions and Announcement of AGM

Thu, 23 Feb 2017 19:00:00 +0000

Our writing competitions are closing soon, and we're also legally required to hold an AGM. Here are some details on both.

LexiCon Programme - first draft out now!

Mon, 06 Feb 2017 18:00:00 +0000

We are delighted to bring you a first draft of our programme! Check it out.

LexiCon’s writing competitions are now open!

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 01:00:00 +0000

Submissions are now open for our short story and drabble competitions. Tell us a ratty tale, or invent a new word for our lexicons...

Spring Newsletter

Tue, 08 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000

Our spring newsletter includes updates on programming, merchandise, and more.

Ghost of Honour announced

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 04:00:00 +0000

Orville the rat will be our In Memoriam Guest of Honour. He is best known for appearing in Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit trilogy.

Fan GoH announced

Fri, 24 Jun 2016 01:00:00 +0000

John Toon, a dedicated contributor to the New Zealand fan community and a familiar face at local conventions, is confirmed as the Fan Guest of Honour at LexiCon.

Guest of Honour announced

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 09:00:00 +0000

Seanan McGuire (aka Mira Grant), renowned Californian urban fantasy and horror author, filk singer, and cartoonist, has been confirmed as our Guest of Honour.

LexiCon now open for registrations!

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 05:00:00 +0000

It’s time to book your spot at the 38th New Zealand National Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention, being held at Queen’s Birthday Weekend 2017 in Taupō.

Taupō to host science fiction and fantasy event in 2017

Thu, 15 Oct 2015 20:00:00 +0000

Organisers of LexiCon, the 38th New Zealand National Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention, have just announced that the 2017 event will be held at the Suncourt Hotel in Taupō from Friday 2 to Sunday 4 June (Queen’s Birthday Weekend).