HangCon
The biggest hammock gathering in the country, held every January in Brooksville, Florida. Hundreds of hangers fill the woods for a long weekend of gear, food and good company.
HangCon pulls in hammock campers from dozens of states for four nights at the Florida Sand Music Ranch. Expect vendor booths from cottage gear makers, a flea market and trading post, hang demos, classes, guided hikes and paddling trips nearby. Organizers have historically served group breakfasts and dinners, funded by raffle tickets and vendor donations. First timers and the hammock curious are very welcome, and plenty of people come just to try gear before they buy. Bring your hammock, a warm underquilt for chilly Florida nights, and something to share at the fire.
What to bring
- ✓ Your hammock and wide tree straps
- ✓ Water, snacks and sun protection
- ✓ A layer for the evening
- ✓ Cash for parking or entry, just in case
New to sleeping in a hammock? Read how to hammock camp before you go.
Frequently asked questions
When is HangCon?+
HangCon runs Jan 14 to 18, 2027. It happens every year (usually mid January, Thursday to Monday).
Where is HangCon?+
Florida Sand Music Ranch, Brooksville, Florida.
How do I sign up for HangCon?+
Tickets and registration through hangcon.com
Hammock spots near HangCon
Make a trip of it.
Yes, hammocks are a common sight here, but this is a private park so follow the posted rules and do not cut or nail trees.
Yes in many areas, but camping is banned at Graveyard Fields and limited to designated sites in parts of the Pisgah Ranger District.
Yes, hammocks are allowed in campsites and designated backcountry sites with tree saver straps, but never in or on shelters.
More hammock events nearby
A free summer party at the birthplace of the Pawleys Island rope hammock. Live beach music, food trucks and a hammock giveaway.
South Carolina's winter hang at Sesqui State Park in Columbia, famous for its pig roast and white elephant swap.
An Alabama fall hang at Wolfpen Hunters Camp in the Bankhead National Forest, next to the Sipsey Wilderness.
Ginnie Springs 6.8, Pisgah National Forest 7.4, Great Smoky Mountains National Park 7.3