Attending

Attending

Everything you may need to know in order to join us at ConFusion.

Ways to Attend ConFusion

  • Attendee: Most of the people at ConFusion are simply there to have a good time, meet up with friends, and attend panels and events that happen at the con. These are attendees, and we love you! You are the reason ConFusion happens every year. To come to ConFusion as an Attendee you will need to purchase a membership.
  • Panelist/Presenter/Game Master: ConFusion offers some amazing programming each year which is made possible by amazing people you give their time during the convention to be apart of panels, run games, and give concerts or presentations. We have many tracks and are always on the lookout for interesting and talented people. If you are interested in being a part of programming please check out our Get Involved! page.
  • Volunteer: ConFusion can not get by without volunteers (lovingly referred to as Gophers). The convention is always in need of on-site help and we are happy to reward those that help out. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please check out our Get Involved! page.
    • Gopher Goodies:
      • Gopher Bucks: For each hour worked at the con, earn a Gopher Buck, which is spendable in the Dealers Room and Artist Alley.
      • Gopher Hole: Crash Space for volunteers who have worked at least two hours. Space is limited.
      • Reimbursement/Roll-Over: Contingent upon the conventions success, ConFusion will reimburse a volunteers membership for helping out at the con for 10 hours. You can also pre-register for the following year in exchange for 8 hours.
  • Staff Member/ConCom: ConFusion is lucky to have a dedicated staff and convention committee that works tirelessly all year to put on an amazing event. If you are interested in being a part of this amazing group of people check out our Get Involved! page.

Note: Everyone who comes to ConFusion is expected to understand and follow ConFusion’s policies.

How/Where do I…? 

  • Register?
    • Preregistration is open until December 31st 11:59pm. This membership is offered at a discounted rate and is great for those who are certain of their attendance.
    • At the Door registration will be available on-site and is a better option for those who may not be sure if they will be able to attend, as ConFusion does not offer refunds or transfers.
  • Get there?
    • Fly: The closest airport to the hotel is the Detroit Metro Airport. The hotel does not offer a shuttle service and is not within walking distance, so please make arrangements beyond your flight.
    • Drive: The Sheraton is located at: 21111 Haggerty Road · Novi, Michigan, 48375 · US

      From Detroit Metropolitan Airport

      • Take the service road to Interstate 94 West.
      • Proceed on I-94 to Interstate 275 North.
      • Continue on I-275 and exit ont 8 Mile Road.
      • Take 8 Mile Road to Haggerty Road.
      • Turn right (North) and continue 0.25 miles to the hotel.

      From Interstate 96 (East)

      • Take Interstate 96 to Interstate 275 North.
      • Proceed on I-275 North to Exit 167 (8 Mile Road).
      • Turn left onto 8 Mile Road to Haggerty Road.
      • Turn right (North) and continue 0.5 miles to the hotel.
      • The hotel is on the left.

      From East

      • Take Interstate 696 West to Interstate 275 South.
      • Proceed to Exit 167 (8 Mile Road).
      • Turn right (West) on 8 Mile Road to Haggerty Road.
      • Turn right (North).
      • The hotel will be on the left.

      From West

      • Take Interstate 96 to Interstate 275 South.
      • Proceed on I-275 South to Exit 167 (8 Mile Road).
      • Turn left (West) on 8 Mile Road to Haggerty Road.
      • Turn right (North) and continue to the hotel.
      • The hotel is on the left.

      From Highway M-14 (West)

      • Take Highway M-14 to Interstate 275 North.
      • Proceed on I-275 to Exit 167 (8 Mile Road).
      • Turn right (West) on 8 Mile Road to Haggerty Road.
      • Turn right (North) and continue 0.5 miles.
      • The hotel is on the left.

      From North

      • Take Interstate 275 South to Exit 167 (8 Mile Road).
      • Turn right (West) on 8 Mile Road to Haggerty Road.
      • Turn right (North).
      • Proceed 3 blocks to the hotel.
      • The hotel is on the left.
    • Other Transportation Options
  • Sleep?
    • Staying at the Sheraton: Booking a room at the Sheraton is easy, just follow the link on our Hotel page.
    • Overflow Hotels: The Hampton Inn is our official overflow hotel, see details on our Hotel page.
    • Sharing Rooms: If you are looking for someone to help split the cost of a room, post to our Facebook Group/Page or Twitter.
    • Gopher Hole: Crash Space for volunteers who have worked at least two hours. Space is limited.
  • Eat?
    • Twenty-One-One-Eleven/Hotel Restaurant: A quick walk through the lobby and you will arrive at the intimate Twenty-One-One-Eleven restaurant Novi.  Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and enjoy our creative American Cuisine in a casual setting. Breakfast features a menu full of early morning favorites, while lunch offerings include soups, salads, sandwiches, and more. Dinners range from entrée salads and pasta dishes to steaks, seafood, and pizzas, all part of Sheraton Cuisine essential menus. Reasonable prices with outstanding service await you.
      • Phone number: (248) 349-4000
      • Extended Hours of Operation:
        •  Breakfast Hours:
          • 6:30AM – 9:00AM on Friday
          • 6:30AM – 11:00AM Saturday and Sunday
        • Lunch Hours:
          • 11AM – 5PM Daily
        • Dinner Hours:
          • 5PM – 12 Midnight Friday & Saturday
        • Bar Hours:
          • Open until 12 Midnight on Thursday
          • Open until 2AM on Friday and Saturday
          • Open until 11PM on Sunday
        • Menu Previews:
    • The Link Cafe/Hotel Coffee Shop: The coffee shop serves Starbucks coffee and will stock some grab-and-go items for folks who don’t have time to sit down to a full meal. 
      • Open from 6:30AM – 11PM Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
    • ConSuite at the End of the Universe: The ConSuite is a great place to stop to rest, grab a snack or drink, and catch-up with friends. This year our ConSuite will be bigger than ever before and we can’t wait to show off this new space. (Please note: the consuite is not meant to sustain anyone for the duration of the convention. If you rely on the consuite as your only source of nourishment, you may not survive.)
    • Eating Events:
      • GoH Dinner – Thursday Night at the Hotel Restaurant
      • Dessert Reception – Friday Night in ConSuite
      • Geek Parent Meet-up – Saturday and Sunday Mornings in ConSuite
    • Within Walking Distance:  There are plenty of eating options within close range of the hotel, but remember it will be January in Michigan, so if you do venture out, dress warmly. There is also a Meijer Supermarket across the street for snack-foods and the like. For a Yelp search of places within walking distance, click HERE.
    • Around Town: If you have access to a vehicle, Novi and the surrounding area have some amazing places to eat. For a Yelp search of  high rated places in the surrounding area, click HERE.
  • Attend a Party at ConFusion?
    • Each year attendees of ConFusion get in on the fun by throwing some amazing parties. Some of the party hosts are other conventions or clubs that want to let ConFusion attendees know about their presence or upcoming events. Others are thrown by fans who want to share their love of something with others.
      • Many of the parties have themes.
      • Each official party will be entered in a contest with prizes for:
        • Best Overall Party
        • Best Theme
        • Best Drink
      • Some parties will be adult only and any party serving alcohol will be carding, so please carry your photo ID with you.
  • Host a Party at ConFusion?
  • Order Ribbons?