Welcome to 2026 Hedric Fest!
Welcome into the New Year with Hedric!
This is a low-stakes fest meant to promote the creation of fic and art of the rare pair know as Hedric!
Join our Discord Server to meet other authors participating in this fest! Discord membership is not required, but is encouraged.
Rules:
- The minimum word count is 500. There is no maximum.
- Absolutely NO AI generated content.
- Types of works allowed are Fic and Art. Podfics of existing works and translations are not permitted
- Works must be within the Harry Potter fandom. AU’s are permitted, but must identify as a Harry Potter fandom work.
- Must center around the relationship between Harry Potter and Cedric Diggory. Other couples may be present, but Hedric must be the focus.
- Beta Readers are not required, but are encouraged!
- The collection is open for submissions from now to February 13.
- After submitting your work to the collection, you must fill out this form
- Tag your work appropriately
FAQ
Can I write about a different pairing?
No. This fest is for the ship between Harry and Cedric. There are many other fests that include a larger range of ships.
Is there a rating limit?
Nope! Go as dark or light as you want, just make sure to tag your work correctly.
Will works be anonymous?
Works will be revealed on February 14 and will remain anonymous for three days. Author reveals will take place on February 17.
Can I genderbend characters?
No. This fest is meant to celebrate a slash couple.
Can I write dead dove?
Yes! All types of fanwork is acceptable for this fest. If writing dead dove, using the “Creator chose not to warn” is not allowed.
Does my fic have to take place at Hogwarts?
Nope! As long as Harry and Cedric are in the work, they may be in any setting you please.
Can I write more than one fic?
Yes! There is no limit to the amount of works one person can contribute to the collection
