Events

Attendees are asked to arrive at the venue between 4.30pm and 5.30pm for registration.

Let the games begin! Tony Ortega will formally open the HowdyCon 2026 festivities with a short speech followed by bottomless pizza for all guests.

Dinner will be provided and is included within the cost of your ticket. Drinks sold separately.

Join us to hear from a panel of leading ex-Scientologists as they discuss the unique challenges people face after leaving the Church and how they came to find their voice […]

Guests are asked to arrive at the venue at 12pm. Check in, take a seat and get ready for day two of HowdyCon 2026.

The Church of Scientology represents one of the most destructive cultic organizations that ever existed. The sheer volume of manipulation and control tactics set it head and shoulders above most […]

What does it actually mean to grow up without choice, and what happens when you finally get it? This talk goes past the dramatic “escape” moment and into the reality […]

Since its inception, the Church of Scientology has faced fierce criticism from journalists, critics and former members. In this session journalist Tony Ortega and ex-Scientologist Alex Barnes-Ross will discuss the […]

A buffet-style lunch will be provided and is included in the cost of your ticket (excluding drinks)

Hosted by Tony Ortega, we will be recording an episode of the Group Therapy podcast live with the usual bunch of jokers and degraders Alex Barnes-Ross, Claire Headley, Phil Jones, […]

The Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation provides a vital lifeline for those leaving Scientology and has helped many people across the world establish new, independent lives outside of the organization. […]

As we bring HowdyCon 2026 to a close, Tony Ortega will announce the winners of the silent auction in support of the Michael J .Rinder Aftermath Foundation and make closing remarks […]