About IWAG

Welcome to the Indonesia Weekend Anthro Gathering (IWAG)! We're an Indonesian furry convention celebrating the creativity and uniqueness of every one of you. Here, you can connect and have fun with fellow enthusiasts of anthropomorphic animals. We bring to life the charm of cartoons and fables, from classic tales like Reynard the Fox to modern favorites like Nick Wilde from Zootopia, and from Old Coyote, the prankster king, to the always-pranked Wile E. Coyote.

IWAG is a place where you can truly explore your identity. We represent ourselves with our unique animal personas, embodying our true selves rather than an institution or company brand.

Our wonderful community members come from all corners of Indonesia, gathering each year to celebrate our "Furry Convention," or "FurCon." FurCon is a blend of creativity, learning, and fun. From workshops and talk shows to games and art exhibitions, our events showcase our commitment to maintaining and respecting our solid community.

At IWAG we're a family bound by our bold imaginations. Whether you've been part of this world for a long time or are just about to enter it, we're ready to welcome you with open arms. Or should we say, paws.

The origins of IWAG began with our annual tradition, the Indonesia Winter Furmeet (IWFM). Despite not having any actual snowfall, these year-end meetings brought our community together for the first time in December 2017. The COVID-19 pandemic sadly came and put a close to our yearly meetups, but as soon as the pandemic subsided, our chairdeer stepped up to create a new, much more organized event with 2022’s IWFM.

To say that this event was full of unforgettable moments is an understatement. The park fursuit parade made a remarkable impression on us (and also on the people organizing a wedding at the park that day). Our members, looking fashionable in their fursuits, immediately interacted with the public, spreading smiles and sparking curiosity. This park also served as the backdrop for our group photo session. Beside taking photos and having a nice stroll in the park, We also had cozy spots for creating art, where members could sketch, draw, and unleash their creativity. In addition, we provided special tables for those who wanted to try their hand at playing board games.

With a mix of fun and community engagement, this event became the blueprint for our next gathering. We are very proud of the blueprint we have designed and invite everyone to take inspiration from it. Hopefully, in the future, there can be more similar events that bring even more happiness to our community.

The last Winter Furmeet opened our eyes. Our community said, "Bigger! Greater! We want even more fun!" This shared desire to create a more fun and intimate event on the weekend prompted us to plan IWAG. We see IWAG as the next step from the warmth of the Winter Furmeet.

IWAG in 2023 has evolved into something nearing a full-scale FurCon. We extended the event and offered something for everyone. We had a main stage with our own MC, an artist alley for all participants to express their creativity via artwork, and panel rooms for those who like deeper discussions and participating in discourse. And for those who just wanted to chill out, we had a casual lounge. IWAG 2023 also served as a warm-up for the staff and community, giving an idea of what will come in the future.

For the next IWAG, we are committed to increasing the scale of the event. We want to make something bigger, bolder and more inclusive. We want to open the doors of our community much wider than ever before. Through IWAG, we are inviting more members to join, share their unique stories, and express themselves!

So, if you are curious about the world of furries, this is our invitation to you! Come join us at IWAG and show your wild and untamed joy!