Conceived as a "sister convention" to Penguicon, Linucon was co-founded by Rob Landley and Stu Green.
[4] These tracks included cosplay (and a Masquerade), filk, a dealer's room, panels, author readings and signings, Birds of a Feather sessions, and an art show.
The convention suite featured caffeinated Jell-O and ice cream made with liquid nitrogen.
Notable guests included actor Wil Wheaton, Jay "Tron Guy" Maynard,[5] game designer Steve Jackson, and Linux activist Eric S.
[1] Financial difficulties and the departure of primary founder Rob Landley from Austin led to the shutdown of Linucon after the second event.