Past eventHeld October 2–3, 2026
New York Bigfoot Conference 2026
A two-day gathering of researchers and enthusiasts exploring one of North America's greatest mysteries through investigation and discovery.
Holiday Inn Johnstown-Gloversville
- Held
- October 2–3, 2026
- Venue
- Holiday Inn Johnstown-Gloversville
TL;DR
- The New York Bigfoot Conference 2026 took place October 2–3, 2026 at Holiday Inn Johnstown-Gloversville.
- October 2 featured a free public town hall and Q&A panel; the main conference session was October 3.
- The lineup was billed as including cryptozoologists, primatologists, researchers, and investigators from television, museums, and independent research.
- Attendees were expected to span cryptozoology enthusiasts, academic researchers, and professional investigators.
About
The New York Bigfoot Conference is the second annual iteration of the event. The conference centered on investigation, discovery, and conversation dedicated to one of North America's greatest mysteries. Speakers were scheduled to include the founder of the International Cryptozoology Museum, a Discovery Channel primatologist, and a History Channel producer, alongside independent researchers and investigators.
Who was in the room
Bigfoot enthusiasts
Individuals interested in cryptozoology and the study of Bigfoot sightings and evidence
Researchers and academics
Professional and independent researchers investigating cryptozoological phenomena
Investigators
Field investigators and explorers conducting Bigfoot-related research
Featured speakers
7 listedLoren Coleman
Founder and Director · International Cryptozoology Museum
Mireya Mayor
Primatologist and Host · Expedition Bigfoot (Discovery Channel)
Doug Hajicek
Creator and Producer · MonsterQuest (History Channel)
Ken Gerhard
Cryptozoologist and Author
Darby Orcutt
Researcher
Adam Davies
Cryptozoologist, Explorer and Author
Steve Kulls
Investigator and Author
Venue & travel
Venue
Holiday Inn Johnstown-GloversvilleQuestions people ask
7 answeredThe conference took place October 2–3, 2026.
The conference took place at Holiday Inn Johnstown-Gloversville.
A free Town Hall and speaker Q&A panel hosted by Steve Kulls was scheduled and open to the public on October 2.
Speakers were scheduled to include Loren Coleman (International Cryptozoology Museum), Mireya Mayor (Expedition Bigfoot), Doug Hajicek (MonsterQuest), Ken Gerhard, Darby Orcutt, Adam Davies, and Steve Kulls.
Attendees were expected to include Bigfoot and cryptozoology enthusiasts, researchers, and investigators.
It was worth it for Bigfoot and cryptozoology enthusiasts and amateur investigators who wanted to hear from recognized names in the field, including Loren Coleman of the International Cryptozoology Museum, Mireya Mayor of Expedition Bigfoot and Doug Hajicek of MonsterQuest, plus a free public town hall the evening before. Readers looking for peer-reviewed science or a professional networking event would have gotten less from a one-day, second-annual gathering held at a Holiday Inn, though Darby Orcutt's genetic research talk may have interested the more science-minded.
Attendees at Bigfoot and cryptozoology gatherings usually wear casual clothes, often jeans and themed t-shirts or outdoor apparel. Early October in upstate New York is cool, so a jacket or layers were sensible.
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