EnchantiCon 2025: Full Schedule

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9:00am CDT

Attendee Check In

Friday August 15, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT

Registration

Friday August 15, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Registration

9:00am CDT

Customer Service Open

Friday August 15, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT

Customer Service

Friday August 15, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Customer Service

9:00am CDT

Marketplace Hours

Friday August 15, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT

Marketplace

Friday August 15, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Marketplace

10:00am CDT

Intro to Tabletop Role-Playing Games

Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Regency A

Are you wondering how to get started playing tabletop games but don't know where to begin? Or perhaps, are you looking to expand your horizons beyond Dungeons and Dragons? Host Meadow Lawson is here to open up a whole new world of fun, exciting and inclusive role-playing games! Whether you are looking to play a sultry vampire, a woodland princess or a moody teenager, there is a TTRPG out there that is right for you. No experience required, this session is open to anyone with an interest in gaming and an eagerness to learn.

Presenters

Meadow Lawson

Meadow is a professional TTRPG Game Master, actual play performer, freelance writer, and game designer. She prioritizes delivering diverse, inclusive stories that are both entertaining and heartfelt. She's been a TTRPG performer for 4 years, a professional GM for 3, and designing... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Regency A

Fandom Foundations

10:00am CDT

Tales of Fantastical Beasts: Crafting Magic and Monsters

Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Regency B

Dive into the enchanting world of magical creatures with authors who bring fantastical beasts to life in their stories. From majestic dragons to fearsome monsters, this panel explores the inspiration and research behind crafting these iconic characters.

Presenters

S.L. Rowland

S.L. Rowland is a cozy fantasy and LitRPG author known for crafting immersive worlds filled with adventure, heart, and a touch of humor. A lifelong gamer and fantasy enthusiast, he draws inspiration from tabletop RPGs, video games, and the fantastical. When he’s not writing, he... Read More →

Mina Brower

Mina Brower is an American citizen who immigrated from Mexico and aims to inspire other immigrants to chase their dreams. A wife, a mom, and a lawyer, Mina is proud to live a life long dream adding author to her many list of titles. If you were to ask Mina how she balances it all... Read More →

Brigid Kemmerer

Brigid Kemmerer is the New York Times bestselling author of dark and alluring novels like A Curse So Dark and Lonely, Defy the Night, and Letters to the Lost. A full time writer, Brigid lives in the Baltimore area with her family. When she’s not writing or being a mom, you can usually... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Regency B

Lit Track

10:00am CDT

Queer Fans Meetup

Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Midway Suites 1+2

An inclusive meetup for all fans who identify with any aspect of queerness. Come meet some fellow fans and share some of your favorite fantasy tales.

Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Midway Suites 1+2

Meetup

10:00am CDT

Fan Works for the New Era

Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Regency C

Join hosts Jo and Valerie (WhimsyGossip) for an exploration of the world of fan films and new media. They’ll take us through the process of bringing beloved stories off the page with their own styles and interpretations as well as share some snippets and stories from their productions.

Presenters

Jo Fischer

Jo Fischer is a storyteller and filmmaker from Kansas City, MO. Their debut novel Chasing Starlight releases in 2026. As Assistant Director of Whimsy Gossip Productions, Jo brings magic to life on screen. When not writing or filming, they step into the story, cosplaying beloved... Read More →

Valerie (Whimsy Gossip)

Valerie is an actress, co-host of the Whimsy Gossip Podcast, and co-producer at Whimsy Gossip Productions. She likes to think of herself as a jack-of-all-nerdoms. Whether it's fantasy, anime, Disney, or anything in between, she is all in. At her core, she is a storyteller and entertainer... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Regency C

Panel

11:15am CDT

Intro to Lord of the Rings

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Regency C

Take up your arms and join our Fellowship of future fans! Host Chloé Laverson and friends will act as your sage guides to the realms of Middle Earth. If you're looking for a primer on the who, what and where of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, your quest is at its end. Questions are welcome and encouraged! Please note, this program will be focused on introducing fans to the core Lord of the Rings trilogy.

Presenters

Chloé Laverson

Chloé is a lifelong fangirl (it all started with the Boy Who Lived) who turned her love of magic and dressing up into a side gig as a fantasy, fashion, cosplay, and fandom content creator.She believes pink is a neutral, fantasy-inspired outfits belong at the grocery store, and the... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Regency C

Fandom Foundations

11:15am CDT

Jump, Jive, and Enchant: A Beginner Swing Dance Experience

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Midway Suites 3+4

Step into a world where rhythm guides your every move and joy is just a spin away! Join us at "Jump, Jive, & Enchant: A Beginner Swing Dance Experience" to learn 6-count swing and dip into Lindy Hop. Whether you're new to the dance floor or seeking adventure in your steps, this session will have you swinging, spinning, and smiling in no time. No partner or experience needed, just bring enthusiasm and fun!

All skill levels and abilities are welcome!

Presenters

Katie Smith

Katie is a passionate public speaker, swing dance instructor, and community builder. She’s been attending Mischief Management events since 2018, and is thrilled to return as a presenter. She has been a swing dance instructor for two years, helping people of all backgrounds discover... Read More →

Kari Kron

Kari has been swing dancing since 2011 and teaches weekly at the Austin Swing Syndicate! She loves following and leading in Lindy hop and regularly switches roles while social dancing. Besides dance, she enjoys Renaissance Festivals, crocheting, quilting, and reading out loud to her... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Midway Suites 3+4

Interactive

11:15am CDT

Fantasy Fangirls Live Show

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Grand Ballroom

Join sisters Lexi and Nicole as they dive deeeeeep into one of your favorite fantasy worlds with insights, theories, lore, and lots of laughter along the way, in this special live recording of the Fantasy Fangirls podcast!

Presenters

Lexi

Lexi was climbing the corporate ladder in B2B tech marketing before she became a mom. Then her identity was wrapped up in motherhood for several years, and this rediscovered love for fantasy reading (plus the catapult into content creation) has largely helped her find herself beyond... Read More →

Nicole

As an entrepreneur/podcaster for 5 years, Nicole always enjoyed diving head first into things, gaining the title of “deep dive queen” from her husband. But in August 2023, she picked up ACOTAR, and the analyst part of her brain was immediately devoted to romantasy. Nicole is the... Read More →

Fantasy Fangirls

Fantasy Fangirls is a top-charts podcast known as the cure to your book hangover. Two sisters, Nicole and Lexi, deep dive into your favorite fantasy stories one series at a time. They discuss lore, characters, insights, and theories of beloved magical worlds — with lots of laughs... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Grand Ballroom

Live Show

11:15am CDT

Sarah Cline Meet & Greet

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Meet & Greet Area

Don’t miss your chance to meet Sarah Cline (@tallglassofcline)! Snap a selfie, chat all things Queen Energy, trade book recs, or gush over your favorite fantasy ball look. Whether you’re comparing crown collections or just want to say hi to one of your favorite creators, now’s your moment to meet Sarah IRL!

Preregistration is required at no additional cost. Registration will be available on June 25th. Please keep an eye on EnchantiCon social media and/or emails for further information.

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Meet & Greet Area

Meet & Greet

11:15am CDT

Solo Travelers Meetup

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Midway Suites 1+2

Have you set out on your EnchantiCon quest solo? Have no fear! This meetup is here to unite all of the brave solo travelers at the con and provide a safe and comfortable space to share interests and make new friends.

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Midway Suites 1+2

Meetup

11:15am CDT

Not the Droids: Finding Your Way Through the Star Wars Universe

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Midway Suite 5

Want to explore a galaxy far, far away but not sure where to start? Love Star Wars but want to dive in more? This is the panel for you. Not the Droids Podcast will be jumping to lightspeed to help you navigate the vast universe of Star Wars and help you on your path to the light (or dark) side.

Presenters

Dani Mione

Dani is a fan of all things, creator and host of the Creating Magic podcast and Not the Droids podcast. Dani can be found creating content, sewing, reading and exploring all the fantastical worlds. You can find her at @magicelleadventures on most platforms.

Mayuri Patel

Mayuri is a romance and fantasy fangirl who lives for swoony slow burns, epic magic, and the morally gray love interests everyone warned you about. She co-hosts Not The Droids podcast, watching every Star Wars thing in-universe (yes, even that one), and Spiced Volumes, where the... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Midway Suite 5

Panel

12:30pm CDT

Beginners Hand Spinning

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Midway Suites 1+2

Have you ever wondered just what authors mean when their historical heroines are spinning thread? Or how long it would actually take to make all those fancy dresses without modern technology or magic? Come learn the basics of hand spinning with a drop spindle and gain both a fun new skill and an appreciation for the work done by both fictional and real life spinners.

Preregistration is required, along with a materials fee. Registration will be available on June 25th. Please keep an eye on EnchantiCon social media and/or emails for further information.

Presenters

Tamar

Tamar has been a member of the Society for Creative Anachronism her whole life. Her main research focus is on the material culture and daily life of ancient Rome, with an interest in those who have been largely ignored when documenting history—women and the enslaved—and how the... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Midway Suites 1+2

Crafting

12:30pm CDT

The Art of Shieldmaking

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Midway Suite 5

Join award-winning craftsman Matt DiGirolamo for a deep dive on how ancient shields were made, how to recreate them today, the health benefits of crafting, and some surprising parallels found in pop culture and video games!

Presenters

Matt DiGirolamo

Matt DiGirolamo (@theancientarmory) is a professional shield builder, historical researcher, and an award-winning craftsman. Having been involved with recreating shields from ancient history since 2016, Matt has branched out into cosplay and conventions as a panelist. His primary... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Midway Suite 5

Demonstration

12:30pm CDT

Cosplay Karaoke Session 1

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Regency C

Come and bewitch us with your beguiling voice! Cosplay is encouraged but not required. Those interested in performing can sign up at the link here.

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Regency C

Interactive

12:30pm CDT

Dumbledore's Army of Friends: Speed Date Your Next BFF

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Midway Suites 3+4

Would you like to meet some new people who share your love of all things magical, but you're not sure how to start the conversation? Then this is the panel for you! Sit across from another attendee, speed dating style, and answer a wizarding-related prompt question to get the conversation flowing. Attendees have a couple of minutes to discuss a prompt before the buzzer rings and we switch seats to chat with someone new. Come for our cool badge ribbons and leave with your new BFF!

Presenters

Geoff Hutton

Geoff Hutton, aka “Dream Quaffle,” has been performing and presenting in various fandom spaces for several years. If you’ve ever been to a convention, or any other gathering of nerds in festive outfits for that matter, you’ve probably met them. In addition to their wizard... Read More →

Debra Johnson

Debra Johnson loves Harry Potter and enjoys writing fanfiction. She lives in Tooele Utah with a roommate and two mischievous cats.

Karen Hall

Karen Hall (aka BrenaMarie) hails from Levittown, PA where she is the Queen of her Castle. There she is joined by her knight, David, Prince Connor, and Princess Hayley. Queen Karen has a myriad of interests that she entertains while leading her kingdom with love and kindness. One... Read More →

Laurie Ristig

Laurie Ristig is a librarian, cosplayer, fanfic author, bad karaoke singer, and social butterfly from Colorado Springs. She is one of those weirdos who is comfortable walking up to a total stranger to strike up a conversation, but gets that it's an ability that doesn't come naturally... Read More →

Elise Lachman

Elise Lachman is a Slytherin who sings Taylor Swift in the shower, golfs like she's chasing a Golden Snitch, and shares her deepest secrets with her cat, Lucy of Loch Lady Fingers. She also firmly believes butterbeer should be a year-round beverage. Her golf swing is 40% skill, 60... Read More →

Mayuri Patel

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Midway Suites 3+4

Interactive

12:30pm CDT

5/5 Dragon Flames: The Role of Spice in Fantasy

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Regency B

With the rapid rise in love for "romantasy" books in the past several years, we've asked our authors to share their thoughts on the role of spice in fantasy storytelling. How do authors use physical connection as a means of plot progression and character development and, of course, where do monsters fit in to all of this?

Presenters

Beth Revis

Beth Revis is a New York Times bestselling author with books available in more than twenty languages. Beth writes science fiction, fantasy, and contemporary novels. A native of North Carolina, Beth lives in rural North Carolina with her son and husband.

Amalie Howard

AMALIE HOWARD is a USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestselling romance author. Her novels have been featured in The Hollywood Reporter, Entertainment Weekly, Cosmopolitan, Oprah Daily, and Seventeen. She is also the author of several critically acclaimed, award-winning young adult... Read More →

Alex La Bruyere

Alex La Bruyere is retired Navy, so if you're reading her books: Congratulations, you're officially a patriot. She has a Bachelor’s in English so she’s not only proudly embarrassing her family but her professors by using her degree to pen smut. She’s originally from St. Louis... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Regency B

Lit Track

1:30pm CDT

Fantasy Fangirls Meet & Greet

Friday August 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

Meet & Greet Area

Don’t miss your chance to meet Lexi and Nicole from Fantasy Fangirls! Say hello, snap a quick selfie, ask that burning question you’ve been dying to ask, or grab an autograph. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovered the show, this is your time to meet the dynamic duo in person!

Preregistration is required at no additional cost. Registration will be available on June 25th. Please keep an eye on EnchantiCon social media and/or emails for further information.

Presenters

Fantasy Fangirls

Lexi

Nicole

Friday August 15, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Meet & Greet Area

Meet & Greet

2:30pm CDT

Intro to A Court of Thorns and Roses

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Regency C

Come and venture in to the mystical world of Prythian in this introduction to Sarah J. Maas's best-selling series A Court of Thorns and Roses! Our hosts will breakdown the maps and terminology you'll need to know and provide a (mostly spoiler free) explanation of the necessary lore to get you started on your journey. Whether you hail from lands of Spring or Night, we welcome you to bring your questions and queries before the court!

Presenters

Valerie (Whimsy Gossip)

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Regency C

Fandom Foundations

2:30pm CDT

How To Build A Dungeons & Dragons Character

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Midway Suite 5

Need a character for a game night, but you are new to D&D? We got you! Let's build a character from scratch who is ready for adventuring!

We will go over both the "old-fashioned way" straight from the Player's Handbook, but also the quick way on D&D Beyond!

Presenters

Jaine Torres

Jaine fell in love with fandom because of the love, acceptance, and friendships she has made. If you find her at the con say hi. She is a 'professional' DM, 'professional' con attendee, and professional nerd! Interests include but are not limited to: D&D, Pokemon, Harry Potter, fun... Read More →

Lara Griffith

Lara is a queer, autistic book and D&D nerd. She has organized panels at many conventions including LeakyCon and FanExpo Denver. Her default class is rogue, and The Unsleeping City is her favorite D&D campaign.

Kathy Kavanaugh

Kathy Kavanaugh, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and considers herself to be a “professional nerd” as she often utilizes narratives and themes from popular culture in clinical work. Kathy continues to grapple with how to engage with fandom in the wake of JKR’s transphobia and... Read More →

AJ Samett

AJ, cofounder of @D20_Cosplay, has been attending fan conventions for over 10 years, and has found a true love for the communities they create. Currently, they are one of the members of a Dimension 20 cosplay meetup group where they facilitate dozens of meetups internationally in... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Midway Suite 5

Interactive

2:30pm CDT

Self-Publishing Pipeline: The Journey So Far

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Regency B

Have you ever been curious about what goes into self publishing? Join Siri Pielski, S.L. Rowland and friends in a Q&A style panel that explores their backgrounds and journeys through the writing and publication processes.

Presenters

Brittany Hansen

Brittany Hansen grew up devouring books about magic, looking for doorways to fantasy worlds in tree trunks, and staying up late writing her own stories. She studied creative writing in college. Now she lives near the mountains in Utah with her husband, two kids, two dogs, and one... Read More →

Siri Pielski

Siri Pielski Siri has been writing short stories since she was 10 years old. At 13 she started publishing fanfiction on various sites and recently decided to make a huge leap of faith into self-publishing. When she's not writing the sugar to her author friends' spice she's upholding... Read More →

S.L. Rowland

Jess Wisecup

Jess Wisecup is the author of emotional fantasy romance and paranormal romance. Her books feature body diversity and characters in their late 20s and 30s. Jess has lived all over the United States in the past decade before finally settling back in the Midwest. If Jess isn't busy reading... Read More →

Nita Lipan

Weaving tales as naturally as the Highland mists dance across ancient stones, emerging author Nita Lipan brings her lifelong gift for storytelling to the enchanting realm of fantasy fiction. Her debut novel, "Solasta the Highlander Fae," marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Regency B

Lit Track

2:30pm CDT

Local Fans Meetup

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Midway Suites 1+2

EnchantiCon is excited to be in St. Louis for its very first year! Come meet some other local attendees and build on this wonderful, nerdy community!

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Midway Suites 1+2

Meetup

2:30pm CDT

Spells, Potions, and Tech with a Multicultural Lens

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Regency A

Words, mixtures, and gadgets are story tools with a multicultural appeal. Their commonalities throughout cultures and history lend validity to contemporary stories of magic and encourage us to embrace the extraordinary. In this session, join panelists as they discuss the influence of multicultural magical representations - Pele (fire), Simurgh (wind), Mama Wata (water) - in fantasy, and build magic to embrace the fantastical in our lives. We will discuss the elemental five, deconstruct spells and potions for each, and watch segments in visual media where multicultural spells, potions and tech storytelling tools are utilized. Spells, potions and pens will be provided. Simply bring your curiosity!

Presenters

Evie Able

Evie Able is the author of the Bad Little Fairy, Hiding Dragons and Phoenix Ashe books series and winner of the Kroger Award for Excellence in Creative Writing. Able Focuses on interweaving paranormal elements into multicultural children’s and young adult stories, creating unique... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Regency A

Panel

3:45pm CDT

Bind Your Own Fanfic: Bookbinding for Beginners

Friday August 15, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT

Midway Suites 1+2

Do you enjoy fanfiction? Interested in binding your favorite fanfic? Come to this interactive session where you can learn the ins and outs of bookbinding, see examples of bound fics, and even bind a fanfic yourself! All materials will be provided to bind a quarto fanfic from a variety of presewn textblocks of fics from Harry Potter, ACOTAR, Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, and other fandoms.

Preregistration is required, along with a materials fee. Registration will be available on June 25th. Please keep an eye on EnchantiCon social media and/or emails for further information.

Presenters

Sam (@Sam.The.Fan)

Sam has been a fan of the Harry Potter series since before she was even old enough to attend Hogwarts. This is her fourth Mischief Management con. Originally from the Midwest of the U.S., she now lives on the East Coast, where she is a PhD student studying Human Resources. Sam has... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT
Midway Suites 1+2

Crafting

3:45pm CDT

Architects of Wit and Whimsy: All About World Building

Friday August 15, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT

Regency B

We've assembled a panel of authors who are masters of lore and legend to share their expertise on the art of world building in fantasy. In a genre where the only limit is your imagination, how do authors create cohesive and vivid worlds? From main characters to magic systems, our authors are here to illuminate how they craft their mystical realms.

Presenters

Lana B. Knight

Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Lana B. Knight grew up immersed in the magical worlds of Legend of Zelda, Harry Potter, and A Game of Thrones. These early influences, along with a love for anime, sparked their passion for fantasy and inspired them to craft their own stories.As... Read More →

Chanda Hahn

Chanda Hahn is a New York Times & USA Today Bestselling author of The Unfortunate Fairy Tale Series. She uses her experience as a children's pastor, children's librarian and bookseller to write compelling and popular fiction for teens. She was born in Seattle, WA, grew up in Nebraska... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT
Regency B

Lit Track

3:45pm CDT

Representation Through The World of Dungeons & Dragons and Fantasy

Friday August 15, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT

Regency A

Fantasy is often our ticket to reimagining ourselves and our world. It’s no surprise a medium like D&D has inspired many different people to express their own story. That success has even translated into storytelling adaptations, like The Legend of Vox Machina. Why does D&D present such a valuable opportunity to develop diverse characters? What makes fantasy a great platform for different kinds of storytelling? Join us on our quest to uncover what makes for compelling characters and stories!

Presenters

Jaine Torres

Nana Kay

Your not-so-niche Chicagoland indie author known for poetry, prose, and even her satirically sassy video shorts about life and media. As a lover of storytelling, her work often explores philosophy, media, and culture to draw creative parallels to social happenings. If she’s not... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT
Regency A

Panel

3:45pm CDT

Strengthening Family Bonds Through Fiction and Fandom

Friday August 15, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT

Midway Suite 5

Family relationships strengthen through shared experiences and interests. During this session, father-daughter duo Jamie and Katie will share how fiction, fandoms, and cons have helped them build an incredible relationship. Co-host Derek will also share how he used these techniques with his young children after attending one of these sessions.

Presenters

Katie Smith

Jamie Smith

Jamie was a regular attendee of LeakyCon starting in 2018 in Dallas and is a lifelong fiction fan. By day, he’s a technologist; by passion, a theme park enthusiast who grew up in South Lake Tahoe and has explored Disneyland, Disney World, and Universal Orlando. He’s always ready... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT
Midway Suite 5

Panel

5:00pm CDT

Battle of the Plot! Should It Be Canon or Fanon?

Friday August 15, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT

Midway Suite 5

Step into a space where you now control the narrative. Have a character in mind who shouldn’t have died, an event in a story that could have been done better, or a ship that should have happened? This is the place to hash them out! We call all fans of fantasy fiction to come together to discuss theories and storytelling decisions that keep us wondering why they did or didn’t happen. Vote on what should be considered fanon or canon!

Presenters

Abby Evangelisto

Abby Evangelisto is a YouTuber, cosplayer, and performing artist from Fort Worth, Texas. When they’re not playing accordion or working on their latest artistic project, they can be found reading kid lit, listening to 80’s new wave, and over-analyzing satirical media—sometimes... Read More →

Amanda Roth

Amanda Roth is a musician, nerd, marathoner, and arts administrator. By day, she works as a Production Operations Manager for From the Top. At night she can be found knitting, reading, or petting her cat.

Nana Kay

Lillian King

Lillian King is a writer, journalist, and fandom menace with a master's degree in folklore and a never-ending thirst for knowledge. When she's not writing Wolfstar fanfic, she's working on a Dumbledore libretto, playing roller derby, taking photos, or maybe even learning a third song... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Midway Suite 5

Interactive

5:00pm CDT

Far Far Away Idol

Friday August 15, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT

Grand Ballroom

We’re inviting performers from all corners of the kingdom to compete in Far Far Away Idol! We want to see your special talents, whatever they may be! Singers, dancers, jugglers, puppeteers, all and more are welcome and encouraged to audition.

Information on how to submit your audition will be available soon.

Presenters

Sarah Cline

Sarah is a NYC-based actor turned content creator (April 2020) with 600K+ followers who believe "more is more"! Sarah loves to create over-the-top looks for Broadway, red carpets & fantasy events-- empowering all to be bold & celebrate themselves!

Friday August 15, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Grand Ballroom

Interactive

5:00pm CDT

I Was A Teenage Writer

Friday August 15, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT

Regency B

Ever wonder if your favorite authors were once cringe-worthy, melodramatic teenage writers? Join a fearless group of authors as they dig into the archives of their youth to share the hilariously awkward stories, angsty poetry, and maybe even fanfic that started it all. Proof that everyone has to start somewhere, and sometimes, that somewhere is deeply embarrassing.

Moderators

Gina Kim

Gina is a fantasy book influencer and writer who is extremely excited to join everyone for a weekend of books, magic, and dancing! While her love for reading was a more recent discovery that truly solidified a few years ago, storytelling has always been a part of her—starting with... Read More →

Presenters

A.M. Colwell

Aylia (A.M.) Colwell is a writer, actor, and web comic artist. She has published two books, with a third stand alone adult sci-fi novel due to be released later this year. Her web comics are published under the title "Reasons My Friends Hate Me" and can primarily be found on instagram... Read More →

Siri Pielski

Bree Wilde

Bree Wilde writes open-door romance and romantasy novels for adults.

Dami Salako

Dami Salako is a first-generation Nigerian American who spent the first half of her childhood in England and the second half in Texas. She is a practicing psychiatrist and lives in Dallas with her husband, two dogs, and two cats.When she’s not working or writing, Dami is cosplaying... Read More →

Don Martin

Don Martin is the author of Verity Vox and the Curse of Foxfire, The Dabbler’s Guide to Witchcraft, while I wait to be a god again, and The Playground with more books on the way. He is also the host of the podcast Head On Fire, which speaks to experts in overlooked or misunderstood... Read More →

Friday August 15, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Regency B

Lit Track

5:00pm CDT

The Magnus Archives/Protocol Fan Meetup

Friday August 15, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT

Midway Suites 3+4

Ceaseless Watcher, turn your gaze upon these wretched fans. Love The Magnus Archives? Dying to discuss theories about The Magnus Protocol? Come chat with other fans of these Rusty Quill podcasts!

Presenters

Jessie Quick

Jessie Quick is a proud Hufflepuff from Kansas City, Missouri. She has loved stories since discoving Harry Potter in 1999.

Friday August 15, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Midway Suites 3+4

Meetup

7:00pm CDT

Multi-Fandom Trivia! Hosted by Fantasy Fangirls

Friday August 15, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT

Midway Suite 5

Attention scholars of myth and magic! We’re hosting a trivia game to rival all others, all about the fantasy worlds that we adore. The Fantasy Fangirls invite you to join them for an epic test of knowledge during EnchantiCon Game Night.

Answer sheets will be provided; we encourage participants to bring a writing utensil just in case! Fandoms will range and vary so be sure to bring your A-team and maybe find some new friends to join you. Teams of six or less recommended.

Presenters

Lexi

Nicole

Fantasy Fangirls

Friday August 15, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Midway Suite 5

Interactive

7:00pm CDT

EnchantiCon Game Night

Friday August 15, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm CDT

Midway Suite 11

It’s time for EnchantiCon’s first Game Night! Whether you are a seasoned gamer, a casual player or a first timer, there is room for you at our table. Game Night will feature opportunities to take part in board and card games, trivia and several different TTRPG tables.

Board and card games will be available all evening on a first come, first served basis. Those interested in participating in a TTRPG should complete the Player Application and visit our Game Night information page for more details.

Friday August 15, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm CDT
Midway Suite 11

Special