MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

As a general rule, most fan-run conventions have discount prices for certain membership classes. For instance, many charge half price for children ages 6-12 who are accompanied by an adult and allow younger children "in tow" in for free. Many of these conventions also have baby-sitting available for young children during the daytime so parents can enjoy the convention.

It is also common to have "one-day only" memberships available for Saturday and Sunday and, sometimes, Friday as well. These membership rates are generally less than a full weekend membership but give equal access to the convention for the one-day. Often, these memberships can be converted to full memberships if one so chooses.

In the listings here, discounted children's and one-day memberships are generally listed if known. Always be sure to check with the committee to find out if there are any applicable discounts for children, if baby-sitting care is available or if there are one-day rates available if not listed.

It is also common for many conventions to have a "supporting" membership available for a lesser rate. A "supporting" member normally gets all of the same privileges as a full member gets, except the right to attend the convention. Memberships can be upgraded to attending memberships at any time, usually for the difference in price between the attending membership rate and the then current full attending rate. "Supporting" memberships are often a good way to show your support for a convention group and to remain on their mailing list.