2026 Dragon Con Schedule
It’s that time again! Time to head to Atlanta and spend several days with 75,000 of my closest friends. My programming schedule is below, so come find me! And if I’m not scheduled to be on a panel, I’ll probably be in either the Trek Track room (Hilton Galleria 2-3), where I’m a track volunteer, or cavorting around with the American Sci-Fi Classics track (Marriott M103-105).
Dragon Con Newbie Walking Tours
Thursday, September 3, Noon-3:30pm
Main Programming (Marriott A601-602)
Want to get the lay of the land & find your way around the Dragon Con Campus? Did you know there is even a food court? Meet others new to Dragon Con by touring with veteran Con-goers. Guided groups leave every 30 minutes. The last tours of the day will depart at approximately 3:30PM.
Dragon Con Newbies Discussion with Q&A
Thursday, September 3, 4:00-5:00pm
Main Programming (Marriott A601-602)
First Dragon Con, eh? Or, maybe you still find yourself confused or overwhelmed, even if it’s your 2nd or 3rd Dragon Con. Savvy Convention attendees will share tips & tricks to navigate this amazing pop-culture event. Audience Q&A.
Have We Entered a New Dark Age of Star Trek (and Is It Our Fault)?
Friday, September 4, 1:00-2:00pm
Trek Track (Hilton Galleria 2-3)
Trek has been a ripe source of argument material for over 60 years, but today’s Fandom exists in an atmosphere of toxicity like we’ve never seen before. Is the divide even real? And if so, how do we navigate out of this anomaly?
Once Upon a Liz Callaway (Moderator)
Saturday, September 5, 11:30a-12:30p
Animation Track (Hilton Grand East)
Tony Award-winning actress and singer Liz Callaway shares stories from her Broadway, film, TV, and animation career—including Anastasia, Cats, Miss Saigon, and Helluva Boss. Join us for a conversation to remember!
Classic Sci-Fi Fandom Feud
Saturday, September 5, 2:30-3:30pm
American Sci-Fi Classics (Marriott M103-105)
Family Feud is a TV classic, but no one has experienced it like this – “100 geeks have been surveyed, and the top answers are on the board. Let’s play the Feud!”
Boldly She Goes: Women of Star Trek Then & Now
Saturday, September 5, 4:00-5:00pm
Trek Track (Hilton Galleria 2-3)
From Uhura to modern captains, how have women in Star Trek redefined leadership? Explore the evolution, breakthroughs, and blind spots of Trek’s female characters. We’ll critique the journey and look ahead to the future of the final frontier!
Queerness in Star Trek
Saturday, September 5, 7:00-8:00pm
Trek Track (Hilton Galleria 2-3)
A panel looking at how Star Trek engages with LGBTQ+ identity, as well as broader ideas of existing outside social norms and imagining other ways of being.
Wheel of Trek – Rotating Discussions (Adult Edition!)
Saturday, September 5, 10:00-11:00pm
Trek Track (Hilton Galleria 2-3)
If you’ve ever wanted to program your own Trek Track panel, here’s your chance! Audience suggestions will be placed on the Wheel of Trek, and panelists will have to discuss whatever subject the Wheel lands on. Spin the Wheel – and decide their fate!
Exploring Strange Old Fics
Saturday, September 5 11:30pm-12:30am
Trek Track (Hilton Galleria 2-3)
Fan fiction has always been an integral part of Trek fandom, with prominent & noteworthy works dating back to the first issue of Spockanalia in 1969! Fan-driven works have entered the cultural zeitgeist, launched careers, & even influenced onscreen Trek lore. But…have you ever actually read them?
Home Sweet Homestead: Wynonna Earp Cast (Moderator)
Sunday, September 6, 1:00-2:00pm
Urban Fantasy Track (Westin Peachtree Ballroom)
Audience Q&A with cast members from the beloved show.
The Star Trek Salamander Awards – Trek’s Best of the Worst!
Sunday, September 6, 7:00-8:00pm
Trek Track (Hilton Galleria 2-3)
Practice the art of democracy, and vote on the best worst episodes of Star Trek! Removing brains, turning into salamanders, evil goatees, space hippies, sexy space ghosts – Trek has had some doozies. So, which deserves to take home the top Salamander Award this year? Only you can decide!