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80th Worldcon (2022) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The 80th World Science Fiction Convention (Worldcon), also known as Chicon 8, was held on 1–5 September 2022 in Chicago, Illinois, United States.[1]
| Chicon 8, the 80th World Science Fiction Convention | |
|---|---|
Chicon 8 logo | |
| Genre | Science fiction |
| Dates | 1–5 September 2022 |
| Venue | Hyatt Regency Chicago |
| Location(s) | Chicago, Illinois |
| Country | United States |
| Previous event | DisCon III |
| Next event | Chengdu 2023 |
| Organized by | Helen Montgomery (Chair) |
| Website | chicon |
The World Science Fiction Society administers and presents the Hugo Awards,[2] the oldest and most noteworthy award for science fiction. Selection of the recipients is by vote of the Worldcon members. Categories include novels and short fiction, artwork, dramatic presentations, and various professional and fandom activities.[2][3]
Other awards may be presented at Worldcon at the discretion of the individual convention committee. This has often included the national SF awards of the host country, such as the Japanese Seiun Awards as part of Nippon 2007,[4] and the Prix Aurora Awards as part of Anticipation in 2009. The Astounding Award for Best New Writer and the Sidewise Award, though not sponsored by the Worldcon, are usually presented, as well as the Chesley Awards, the Prometheus Award, and others.[4]
The winners were:[5]
The following committees announced bids for hosting the convention:[6]
The site was selected by members of the 78th World Science Fiction Convention.[9] Chicago received 517 first-preference votes and Jeddah received 33.[1]
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