About CurtisCon
CurtisCon is an annual combination birthday party and hacker "convention" held in Philadelphia, PA to celebrate the music and ephemera of hacker culture and the fact that Curtis hasn't died yet. CurtisCon is (and will hopefully always remain) a free convention for hackers. If you would like to support the event, help buy more beer, or help support the artists performing at the event, please see the merch section.
FAQ
[ Where is the event? ]
The event is at 319 N 11th street, the building on the corner of 11th and Wood st. with Khmer Art Gallery written on the side.The building is about 5 minutes walking from Philly Chinatown.Talks are to be held on the 5th floor, and music to be played on the 3rd.
[ How do I get there? ]
The building is a straight shot north from 11th street station, and on the 23 bus line if you're taking SEPTA. If driving there are multiple parking lots/structures nearby.
[ Is this a birthday, should I bring gifts? ]
Yes, it is technically a birthday party, however in lieu of gifts consider donating to local Philly hacker orgs like Reclaimer's Hall and DC215.
[ Who is this Curtis person anyway? ]
Curtis is a bald man in Philadelphia who unfortunately likes running things like this.
Sponsors & Partners
We are incredibly thankful for our partners and sponsors helping keep CurtisCon a free and indoor event. For information about sponsoring CurtisCon and helping us buy more beer please visit the sponsors page for more information.
