The entire fandom is wondering what the future of the MLP is. G6 is just around the corner, but we already know one thing: reports of the fandom demise were greatly exaggerated, as Czequestria became yet another sold-out MLP event this year. So… we’re trotting forward at full speed 🙂
Same venue, different times, yet Czequestria once again saw its largest turnout in history! It wasn’t just the number of attendees that grew; the program expanded, as did the number of both VIP and community guests, the length of the concerts… well, pretty much everything did expand or grow, and the organizing team was no exception.
Nevertheless, the basic principle remains the same: we meet not only as passionate fans of My Little Pony, but also as friends. And it doesn’t matter how many years we’ve been together, how many years we’ve known each other, or what’s happening in the world around us. This weekend belonged to us and will stay like that!
Thank you all!
My thanks to everyone who contributed to this year’s Czequestria! In total, more than 100 people participated in the preparations: from organizers and volunteers to contributors and guests.
Thanks also to all attendees, because in the end, without you who decided to come, the whole con would be meaningless.
And I’m honored to be a part of it all together with you!
Thanks to all guests for their participation and a great con spirit!
Lauren Jackson – for an insight into the world of acting and voice acting not only of the late 4th generation of My Little Pony, for another perspective on the series and the fandom, and non-stop fun on numerous occasions throughout the weekend.
Elley Ray – for returning to Czequestria in a big style, for all the unbridled energy and fun, answering tricky fan questions, and for the great company all the time. Last but not least, for reviving the seapony tradition and providing the perfect example of how guests and fans can enjoy the con together!
Irena Hrubá-Hanáková – for the panel about Czech dubbing and its secrets, also for the willingness to visit us despite the busy schedule and for the answers to our curious questions about ponies and behind the scenes insight.
Trixie CutiePox, Melodic Beam a Lux – for showing us the world of the MMORPG Legends of Equestria, its design development, and for a perfect example that long-term community projects are truly worthwhile.
Perrydotto – for a superbly executed auction show which wraps up Czequestria weekend and for incredible stamina right to the very end of the event, despite all the surrounding hustle and bustle.
Thanks to all the musicians for the Saturday party!
Acid Applejack – for a DJ set featuring an energetic blend of hardcore, dance, and techno that got everyone moving and left no doubt that the party at this year’s Czequestria was well worth to visit and stay
Koron Korak – for music drawn from every corner of the fandom, masterful remixes, and the incredible energy of his live performance — energy that catches you and won’t let go, even long after the final note has faded. And last but not least, for the honor of playing together at the party!
L-Train – for symphonic metal and rock music inspired by stories from our favorite series, for captivating doses of nostalgia and original melodies. Also, for taking such a long journey from the other side of the world to visit us. It’s been an honor!
Koa – for a concert featuring a wide-ranging repertoire — from pop-punk to electro-swing, variations on well-known pop songs, and even pony-inspired tracks. And for a rich show that perfectly fits in such a distinctive style.
Thanks to all contributors and panelists!
Paint Swirl – for amazing intro video about the rulers of Equestria and Czequestria.
RailwayDash – for preparations and organization of PlushieCon for creatures of all sizes and shapes, inspired by MLP:FiM and for the related panel on the history of this event.
Shoob – for “The Ultimate Brony Gameshow” — a grand-style trivia contest where participants could test not only their knowledge but also their reflexes.
Acylius – for the “Making a Plush Pony” panel, covering the intricacies and nuances of crafting the various plushies inspired by MLP characters.
Wrench – for the “Tails of Equestria: Biomechanicals” panel, presenting a custom expansion for the official (and popular) Equestria-based RPG, followed by an open RPG session using the same expansion in the real game.
Malte279 – for the “Forms of Fan Art” panel, showcasing various creative styles inspired by the show; also, for the traditional outdoor chalk drawing and the contribution to the charity auction.
Bootleg Vinyl – for the theoretical background and practical demonstration of “Celestianism,” including the active participation of a curious and enthusiastic audience.
Windy –for offering an insight into the early stages of an artistic career within the Brony fandom through the “Journey of a Young Artist” panel, along with helpful tips on the subject.
Dino – for the “Um, Actually: Ponies!” contest, which tests not only knowledge but also the ability to pinpoint exactly what isn’t quite right about a given situation.
Flim & Flam trading cards – for introducing the Kayou MLP trading card game and collectibles, as well as hosting demonstrations and tournaments for the TCG.
Mia – for creating the presentation app used during the auction.
THANKS to all that have helped during the preparations and running of Czequestria!
Tom0147 – for the organization of the “LARP”: from writing the story, planning the route, purchasing and transporting materials, through the preparation, printing and completion of documents, briefing for NPCs and the very start of the entire event, to the evaluation of the entire game during the Sunday program. Thanks also for the organization of the ticket handout at the entrance.
Wander Fox – for all the organization of the art team, for merch orders both for tickets and for crowdfunding, as well as solving all related matters. Also, for preparations and running DDR Trotmania on site and for preparing and putting the information booklet (aka Conguide) together with almost infinite patience.
Fang – for providing the hardware, preparing and running the data network on site, also for providing, preparing and running the video equipment for the live stream and recording of the program from the main hall and for the excellent processing of all audiovisual recordings from all over Czequestria. Also, thanks for the help with PR before and after the event and general technical support.
pipa943 and Pajzl – for organizing the team of volunteers, from their recruitment, through communication, shift planning and supervision of the event itself, so that everything went as it should and people were in the right place at the right time. Thanks also to pipa for organizing and providing the transport of most of the material to and from the venue, also for the picking up of the guests, willingness to help anytime and general support whenever needed.
Nugget – for organizing the Saturday party, communicating with musicians and planning musical performances, introducing the musicians on the stage during the party, and bringing the kind of hype a proper Czequestria party deserves. Thanks also for assisting VIP guests and musicians whenever needed.
Melgarh – for managing everything related to the reopened bar next to the Mane Hall — from refreshments for attendees to ordering pizza for the organizers and keeping supplies stocked. Also, for My Little Rockband and for providing a valuable perspective during the organization of the entire event.
FailovaCZ – for managing vendors and exhibitors, handling everything from applications and scheduling to on-site troubleshooting; for organizing decorations and equipment, venue setup, and VIP guest signing sessions; and, last but not least, for preparing and organizing the Cosplay Show, both beforehand and on-site.
TechnikTomCZ – for assisting with ticket preparation and handout on-site, helping organize the Cosplay Show and VIP guest signing sessions, and handling the PR during Czequestria.
Antošík – for distributing and selling crowdfunding merch, as well as preparing and promoting the mystery boxes. Last but not least, for valuable advice on legal matters and general support whenever it was needed.
AutumnBreezee and Birdy – for organizing the charity auction, which is one of the most demanding events at Czequestria: from the preparation to the on-site inventory of the items and the planning of the execution itself, to the final billing.
Cwossie – for hosting and conducting the interview with Czech voice actress Irena Hrubá-Hanáková, presenting and preparing the Cosplay Show, and for her own amazing cosplay. Also, thanks for the help with PR before and after the event and for the support whenever it was needed.
Flitterkriz – for hosting and moderating the panel with international guests and for providing constant assistance to VIP guests throughout the event.
Vojta (tydlitele) and d’Artagnan – for the provision and operation of all audio equipment in the Mane Hall for the entire duration of Czequestria: from the Friday preparations, through the correct settings and adjustments as needed, to sound engineering for musicians before and during the Saturday party and taking of audio recordings, as well as constant supervision of the operation and valuable advice regarding sound.
ENiKS – for lending and operating stage lights equipment, which added a new dimension to the event: from the opening ceremony and Saturday concerts to the final auction, Czequestria featured professional main-stage lighting, including a variety of effects.
DragonsCZ, Unit, Terry and Dex – for managing and operating audiovisual equipment and the livestream throughout the event, covering everything from stage shots to close-ups of musicians at the party and the audience.
Ardilya – for assisting Czech voice actress Irena Hrubá-Hanáková on Sunday.
Jearis and Elinka – for MysteryBoxes; from the first idea, through planning and preparations, to selling them very actively at Czequestria.
To all graphic designers who make Czequestria much more colorful and decorated!
WanderFox – for managing the art team, completing the CongGuide, finalizing designs, backgrounds and texts, as well as for the merch orders, both for tickets and as part of crowdfunding.
Melwyra – for designing a pony OC for a Czech voice actress and avatars for musicians (Koron Korak and L-Train), the complete website design and PR announcement graphics featuring Miss Libussa. Also, for the convention guide cover design (also used in the livestream), for designing ticket-associated keychains, crowdfunding merchandise, and the Miss Libussa design used on T-shirts, posters, beer steins, mugs, and stickers.
Ginny – for avatars for musicians (Acid Applejack), flyer designs and T-shirt design for attendees and the organizing team; for sticker and commemorative coin designs in the crowdfunding campaign; and, last but not least, for Miss Libussa designs for ticket nametags, this year’s roll-up banner, and the crowdfunding towel.
Ardilya – for the Mistmane design for Elley Ray, the reference art for the 3D Miss Libussa figurine, and a keychain design for the crowdfunding campaign.
Cwossie – for the Silverstream design for Lauren Jackson, as well as designs for PR announcement frames, merchandise bag and fan.
Dyonys – for keychain designs included as rewards for all sponsorship-level tickets.
SteveLynx – for designing the 3D Miss Libussa figurine for Aristocrat tickets and assisting with the 3D printing order; also, for designing and producing metal keychains for sponsorship tickets and bottle openers for the crowdfunding campaign.
Melgarh – for converting bitmap graphics into vectors wherever needed.
To all who participated in the “LARP” organization and preparations!
Tom0147 – for the overall organization of the Friday “LARP”, writing the story and planning the route.
Blossom – for the story concept and writing the story itself
pipa943 – for text translations and assistance with the Friday “LARP” beginning
Cwossie – for proofreading
TechnikTomCZ – for the player app
Birdy – for the player app testing
Vojta (tydlitele) – for renting, transportation and servicing the sound system at the starting location.
To all of the “LARP” NPCs! (in the order of game path)
Alkel, Cwossie, Birdy, Morče, SweetElis and Blossom
Thanks to all the volunteers at the convention!
Security overseers and guardians of Czequestria – EinStapelWasser, Flynn, QjmasterCz, Shoob, sirMichael,
RndmCandy, Inito and Pajzl
Dress room staff guarding the personal belongings – Quint t. W., Anemonis, Ruushii, Ismim, Opera, Light Bulb, Phil, Quad, Ijane and Mika
Workshops (creating with ponies) supervision – Shari, Electric Night, Anemonis, Mika, Foxi, Iluzon and Johny_pony
My Little Karaoke (singing with ponies) supervision – Houpe, Renard and Zephcore
DDR Trotmania (jumping and dancing with ponies) supervision – Izzy, Leafy, Quad, Matthew and Foxi
My Little Rockband (playing in a music band with ponies) supervision – Cloudcolt, Blossom, Ijane, Tesik, Electric Night, Opera, Johny_pony and WE 60
VR (ponies all around) supervision – Delly, Alkel, Cornūequus, Cloudcolt and Bori
Bar staff and refreshments preparations – Ithill, Flaiming and Ardilya
Assistance during VIP panels – Quint t. W.
Assistance at a charity auction – Anemonis, Light Bulb, Shoob and Bori
Assistance with program in the Small Hall – Iluzon, pipa943, Pajzl, Zephcore, WE 60 and Blossom
Assistance with the PlushieCon – Josef „NPN“, Bato-chan and Eisbär
Sellers and handlers of all Czequestria merchandise – Jearis, IzV, Elvi and Elinka
Medics, always ready to take care of the health of the participants and the organizers – Traci
Photographers who captured the events from close up and from afar!
Nitram and McKeyPL – for the photos capturing the atmosphere and participants, both at the “LARP” and throughout the weekend!
Vendors and exhibitors!
Creepy Foxes Creations, Khaki Cap, Stitch Nest, Strawb3rry Sparkl3z, Monnarcha, derpy_fan67, GinnyCZ, Light’s Art, Dorks Engraved, KlaM, U Spikeova ocásku, Cocodrillo, Deni, Balychen and TrainWreiter, Acylius Plushies, CutePencilCase, Mangamaus, Hop’s Featherfest, Rainbow Mess Stand, Jelly Sketch, Kot of Eden & Kociokwik, Lunar Dash Visuals, Pluszociem, Margony, iakovl, Eyerealm & Junglicious, Ostarbito’s arts, FerraCraft, FlimFlams Trading Cards, Ludevika, Koron Korak and Koa – for a lot of fantastic merchandise, which we could buy and/or sharing their works and pony-related activities with all of us!
employees of KD Krakov – for willingness and support, whenever we asked for help or a change of plans.
To all of the relatives and close ones of all the organizers, who were standing by our side till the end – for immense patience and nerves during the last 6 months when we’ve not been there for you due to preparations of Czequestria.
Lauren Faust, Bonnie Zacherle, and everyone in the MLP: FiM team as well as everyone in the MLP G5 team for series, movies, comics… and the whole for the MLP phenomenon that bridged all the obstacles and distances between differences, inspired millions of people around the world, and eventually led some of us to Prague to Czequestria 2026. Thank you – we remember that all of this happened also thanks to you!
One final THANKS to all the attendees! Czequestria would not be the same or even possible without you all – so please accept our collective thanks from everypony who worked on Czequestria 2026! I look forward to seeing you at brony meetups and conventions!
– Jaroslav „Jamis“ Haken –
chairman of Czequestria 2026