Fri., April 17 – 7 PM reception
Sat. & sun., April 18-19 Registration Opens at 10:30 am
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Demonologist, paranormal investigator Kevin Meares will be giving a workshop on the bsaics of paranormal investigation and recognizing the presence of a demonic being as opposed to ghosts. Kevin will […]
Mary Shelley was the daughter of social revolutionaries William Godwin and Mary Wollstonecraft, wife of romantic poet Percy Shelly, and mother of Frankenstein and his monster. But beneath the sweeping […]
Join author Brian McKinley for a fun and surprising look at some of the wild and varied vampires from world folklore. Before Bram Stoker's Dracula became the standard template, there […]
Join author Brian McKinley for a fun and surprising look at some of the wild and varied vampires from world folklore. Before Bram Stoker's Dracula became the standard template, there […]
Author Round Table with Ef Deal In the wide variety of settings for steampunk fiction, three elements anchor them all. Let's talk about the role of history and real science […]
The authors from An Assembly of Monsters invite you to join us for a madcap session of Literary Improv, where you provide the prompts and we tell the stories! Our […]
From the Arkenstone to Kyber Crystals, games and fiction are full of tempting, shiny objects mined out of the earth for power, glory, or adornment. Join jeweler and rockhound Meredith […]
Author Christine Norris will discuss her latest novel, A CURSE OF TIME AND VENGEANCE. A reading of the novel and discussion of writing historical fantasy, fairy tale retellings, and the challenges […]
Are you an author who loves vampires, werewolves, Frankenstein's monster and other classic creatures? Aren't sure how to write your own in a way that is either a unique take on the […]
Demonologist and paranormal investigator Kevin Meares will lead a workshop on the fundamentals of paranormal investigation, focusing on how to distinguish between ghostly activity and the presence of a demonic […]
Dacre Stoker’s compelling and informative Keynote presentation, Stoker on Stoker, the Mysteries Behind the Research and Writing of Dracula, weaves together the details of Dracula’s history with Stoker family lore, […]
Monsters and Mocktails - Join Denise Cutair on a journey into genre cookbooks to discover recipes that will enchant you and your guests. We will look at cookbooks, the artistry […]
“In Jessica Lucci's latest book of poems, it's like meeting her at a cemetery gate so to explore the marble gardens she created. Her poems may be eulogies of regret […]
In their novel, Frankenstein: Monsters of the Abyss, John L. French and Patrick Thomas literally rewrote Mary Shelly's Frankenstein. The panel will discuss the why and the how of what they did, […]
Join Michael Lake for an introduction to essential electronic tools and techniques, including wiring, repurposing affordable toys and decorations, and sourcing materials to create fantastical and imaginative costumes, cosplay accessories, […]
Challenge your intellect and artistic flair! Join Louis Wolf (Unlockable Content) for a digital Pictionary game with a unique steampunk twist.
And the tradition lives on with another Forgotten Lore anthology! (Yes… it’s officially an annual event.) Following in the eerie footsteps of A Cast of Crows and A Cry of […]
Round Table Discussions with Michelle D. Sonnier Join us for an engaging reading and discussion on how small changes can have a profound impact when crafting alternate world fantasy and […]
A discussion of the types of supernatural monsters popular in the Victorian age, from vampires, to ghosts, to werewolves to folklore like Spring Heeled Jack.
Run by Unlockable Content Step through the looking glass and take a seat at The Curious Clockwork Game Salon, a relaxed, social gathering where gears turn, minds whir, and friendly […]
Q&A with dynamic duo makers Brian and Sheila Fradosh from Building Steam. Brian and Sheila Fadrosh are the dynamic steampunk cosplay duo behind the YouTube channel Building Steam. This award-winning […]
With ELF Deal Some see it as a post-apocalyptic future, while others revisit the past and offer an alternate history. Still others set their worlds outside history. Authors of the […]
Inside The Drag Closet with England's Leading Lady. - Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a Drag Artist? How about a Drag Artist in the 1500s? Join […]
The table is set… but the madness is just beginning! Step into the whimsical chaos of Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at Tell-Tale 2026! Form a team of up to 4 […]
The game of Werewolf steps through Lewis Carroll's Wonderland but not all is whimsical and wondrous. In the world where a Jabberwocky is common there will be villains among us […]
Great cosplay doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag! Join lifelong cosplayers, makers, models, and expert thrifters Nancy, Becca, and Sami as they share their favorite tips, tricks, […]
Bedazzled: a lesson in simple and creative ways to add depth and beauty to your costumes and cosplay. Sewist and costume creator Sheila Fadrosh will walk you through a variety […]
Do you have an idea for your own steampunk or fantasy adventure? Listen to this panel of award-winning steampunk and fantasy authors discuss the process behind creating these fantastic worlds.
A return of a favorite game panel where team share the description of century word to determine if it is truth or a bull shot that to baffles the brain! […]
Jump down the Rabbit Hole with Calamity Dawn and discover a Wonderland of Libations! Explore crafted drinks both alcoholic and mock, inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland!
Sustainability becomes more important as the waste and over- production begins to effect the world in which we live. Find out how and why to become more aware and responsible […]
You are cordially invited by the editor and authors of A Curiosity of Cats to join them in celebrating the release in this fourth volume in the Forgotten Lore anthology series. There […]
Join Unlockable Content for a convention-themed twist on the classic fill-in-the-blank game, where your awkward personality and lackluster social skills turn into pure fun and chaos!
A panel on the inventive ways to defend yourself in the industrial age. From hat pins and umbrellas, to daggers, canes and shillelaghs, to bladed hats and sundry other items […]
Some of the best steampunk makes use of historical and scientific facts, notable figures, and the gritty details of life on the streets in a Victorian (or pseudo-Victorian) age. Contributing […]
Children of all ages, Miss Lala implores you to attend her story time where she will read picture books of questionable repute, teach you how to do appalling tricks with […]
A discussion of the types of supernatural monsters popular in the Victorian age, from vampires, to ghosts, to werewolves to folklore like Spring Heeled Jack.