TFNATION TICKET OPTIONS
Greetings TFNationals!
We know planning for conventions can sometimes be stressful, especially when you've not been before, so we thought we'd put together this guide to explain how our ticket options work. This is designed to be helpful for new attendees, but hopefully can be useful for everybody!
Individual Tickets
At TFNation, tickets are broken down into individual days and segments. This means you have the flexibility to only buy tickets for the days and events you wish to attend, rather than having to buy an all-inclusive pass. It also means you can decide whether to buy all of your tickets at once or split them up to spread the cost over several months.
Don't worry if you do want everything! There's a handy "Select All Tickets" button right next to the other options.
Here's a little more information about each of the tickets we offer...
Friday
This is our panel only day, where we host various talks and entertainment in our panel room whilst the Trader, Forge and Guest Autograph areas are being set up for the weekend.
Lots of attendees like to book Friday to watch the panels, but there will also be lots of attendees in the bar socialising if you'd prefer to do a bit of both. Exact panels and their details will be announced closer to each event.
Friday typically ends with a fully-licensed movie viewing with other fans, which can be a lot of fun!
Please note: Friday is a fully seated, theatre-style event and a great way to start the convention - but this does mean tickets are limited and can sell out quickly.
Saturday
Saturday is our first day of the entire event being open. This includes access to all daytime panels, the Forge, Guest Autograph areas and both Trader Halls.
Saturday morning is typically the busiest time of the convention, with highlights being our Opening Ceremony and the opening of the Trader Halls.
If you don't like big crowds, your Saturday morning is best spent in our panel room where we will run some light entertainment, in a segment we call Avoid The Rush.
In addition to the main Saturday ticket, there are typically two optional Saturday add-on tickets available.
Saturday Plus Early Access
This allows you an extra hour in the Trader Halls before doors open to general admission ticket holders.
The morning is very busy so if you are a big toy fan this might be for you - but if seeing the available toys first isn’t a huge part of your trip, then just buying the regular Saturday pass might be a better value option for you.
Please Note: this pass also includes your main Saturday ticket - so you don’t need to buy both.
Saturday Evening: ClubCon
This is our showcase evening event!
The exact entertainment changes each year but it tends to involve elements such as the Cosplay Parade, quizzes, a script reading and occasionally a surprise or two!
ClubCon is a fully seated, theatre-style event and is usually one of the highlights of TFN - but this does mean tickets are limited and can sell out quickly.
Please Note: you must hold a Saturday (or Saturday Plus Early Access) Pass to purchase the ClubCon add-on.
Sunday
Is similar to Saturday, with the Forge, Guest Autograph areas and both Trader Halls all being open for the duration.
A particular highlight is our closing ceremony.
Please Note: There is just the standard Sunday ticket option.
A Note On Autographs At TFNation
There are two ways to get an autograph from our guests at TFNation:
The first way is to go to the Trader Halls on either Saturday or Sunday. Within these halls, you will find the Guest Autograph areas. All guests will be here at various points through the weekend, and most guests will sign 1 (sometimes 2) of your items at no additional cost. If we ever have a guest who is unable to accommodate this, we'll be sure to let you know in advance.
Some guests may also be selling items at their table, such as sketches, signed artwork, photographs, selfies or voice recordings. Look out for signage on their stalls.
The Legend Pass
The second way is to purchase an optional add-on called The Legend Pass.
You'll find these towards the bottom of our ticket screen, with other add-ons like T-shirts. You choose the guest (usually limited to our main guests of honour) and the day. We'll then email you nearer to the convention telling you your exact timeslot.
You may simply choose one Legend Pass, or you may choose several if you wish to meet multiple guests over the weekend.
The pass includes a private meeting lasting a few minutes, a professional photograph, an autographed piece of artwork/headshot, an additional autograph on any item you wish to bring, and a souvenir ticket.
With autographs typically being included in your ticket price at TFNation, you do not need to purchase the Legends Pass for a chance to get an autograph. You are free to queue up in the Guest Autograph areas and see if you are able to meet the guest for no additional purchase - just please be aware, all guests need breaks, so there is no guarantee they will be available when you are.
The Legend Pass is really for people who want to book a guaranteed slot to see a guest, rather than hoping to catch them in the busy Guest Autograph areas. So if you value the extra meeting time, the professional photograph, or if meeting a particular guest could make or break your convention, then The Legend Pass may be for you.
(Please note: TFNation is a limited capacity event; all convention areas are subject to capacity limits and all advertised guests, traders, forge artists, panels and activities are subject to change without notice. Terms and Conditions of sale apply on this small world and all others!)