EnchantiCon 2025: Full Schedule

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9:00am CDT

Attendee Check In

Sunday August 17, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT

Registration

Sunday August 17, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Registration

9:00am CDT

Customer Service Open

Sunday August 17, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT

Customer Service

Sunday August 17, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Customer Service

9:00am CDT

Marketplace Hours

Sunday August 17, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT

Marketplace

Sunday August 17, 2025 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Marketplace

9:30am CDT

Cosplay Contest Check In

Sunday August 17, 2025 9:30am - 12:00pm CDT

Programming Desk

Come and register to participate in the EnchantiCon Cosplay Contest!

The pre-registration form is available here. In order to complete your registration, please check in at the Programming Desk between 9:30 AM and 12 PM. Finalists will be notified after registration closes about their status. All cosplay participants, regardless of Finalist status, are invited and encouraged to join in our Cosplay Parade on the Mainstage at 2:30 PM.

Sunday August 17, 2025 9:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Programming Desk

10:00am CDT

Bind Your Own Fanfic: Bookbinding for Beginners

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am 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 →

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Midway Suites 1+2

Crafting

10:00am CDT

Still Bejeweled: Friendship Bracelet Trading

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Regency A

Let's make the whole con shimmer! Whether you have bracelets, keychains, ribbons, trinkets, or simply friendship to trade, join us to laugh, chat, and swap. You'll never be on your own, kid.

Presenters

Mary-Grace "Bat" Lamonte

Mary-Grace lives in NYC with her husband, 2 kids, and 2 cats. She enjoys reading, crafting and going to concerts as often as possible. She is involved in several fandoms including Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter and Disney.

Ann Lysy

Ann Lysy hails from just outside Chicago, where she lives with her husband, Chris and dog, Junimo. She has been involved in fandom since the early 1990s, and her current favorite fandoms are Dungeons & Dragons, themed entertainment, and cozy video games. In addition to spearheading... Read More →

Victoria Kline

Victoria Kline is a Chicago native. She shares her home with her husband, a cat, a dog, and way too many plants (which is the proper and correct amount). She can usually be found covering something in glitter or reading.

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Regency A

Interactive

10:00am CDT

Hot Takes & High Stakes

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Regency B

We all have those tropes we love or perhaps love to hate. In this interactive debate, we're asking readers to join the conversation and discuss the pros and cons of some of the most popular tropes in fantasy. Come to find some like-minds or let your own be changed by a compelling piece of evidence. Disagreement is allowed but kindness is required.

Presenters

Jess L. M. Anderson

Jess L. M. Anderson, aka @stressinabox on social media, is a content creator with over two million followers and the author behind the fantasy series The Source Keepers. She enjoys combining her love of writing with art and brings a plethora of mystical and hand-crafted items, along... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Regency B

Lit Track

10:00am CDT

Spoonie Meetup

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Midway Suites 3+4

EnchantiCon is a place for fans of all abilities to see themselves and find community. We invite you to come share space with fellow fans and perhaps meet your new con bestie!

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Midway Suites 3+4

Meetup

10:00am CDT

Story Structure in Fantasy: How and Why We Tell the Stories We Love

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Midway Suite 5

What makes a hero different from a protagonist? Does a fantasy require a magic system? What the heck is world building, and why would it be soft? That doesn’t sound right.

Welcome authors, dungeon masters, and storytellers of all types and backgrounds, to a program where we’ll discuss the defining characteristics of story structure as it relates to fantasy and how to use these tools to make your own stories shine.

Presenters

Briland Schack-Farnell

Briland Schack-Farnell is a lifelong fantasy enthusiast, constantly intrigued by the art of how and why we tell stories. In his life he has been a circus performer, an award-winning bartender, a collegiate guest lecturer, and much more. At EnchantiCon he will be representing Center... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Midway Suite 5

Panel

11:15am CDT

Stitch Your Fantasy: A Beginner-Friendly Cross-Stitch Class

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Midway Suites 1+2

Join hosts Theo and Ann as they discuss the history of the ancient craft of cross-stitch, and how what was once relegated as an “old lady hobby” has enjoyed a renaissance with a pop culture and subversive twist. After the discussion, learn the basics of cross-stitch with a take-home project of your own!

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

Mary-Grace "Bat" Lamonte

Ann Lysy

Victoria Kline

Theo

Theo's love of stitching goes back to childhood, when they realized they could stitch dragons instead of flowers. For years it has been a creative outlet for them and a fun way to challenge stereotypes about who does fiber arts and what it “should” look like. From stitching in... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Midway Suites 1+2

Crafting

11:15am CDT

Cosmere 101

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Regency C

Unlock the secrets of Brandon Sanderson’s Cosmere with Executive Producer of Fantasy Fangirls, Hayden Gray! Perfect for fans of expansive universes and world-building, come and explore the setting of Sanderson’s iconic Mistborn and Stormlight Archive series.

Presenters

Hayden Gray

Hayden is the Executive Producer of the virally popular Fantasy Fangirls Podcast. A lover of fandom since his days as a young Potterhead, Hayden has always thrived on finding community in the stories he loves. Hayden picked up Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson in 2024, and after reading... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Regency C

Fandom Foundations

11:15am CDT

Persian Poetry Through Motion

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Midway Suites 3+4

Classical Persian dance is a joyous celebration of dance. Inspired by Persian Miniature painting, together we will practice basic foot patterns and hand movements that inspire classical Persian dance combinations.

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

Mushira Catalina de Arazuri

For over 17 years, Mushira Catalina de Arazuri has immersed herself in the world of medieval women's studies through the Society for Creative Anachronism. Her passion lies in the rich, expressive dance traditions of Persia, Central Asia, Egypt, and Rome. Catalina brings history to... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Midway Suites 3+4

Interactive

11:15am CDT

Forging Her Path: Writing Female Characters in Fantasy

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Regency B

Fantasy authors dive into the many ways female characters can be powerful. From fierce warriors to gentle healers, cunning queens to morally gray adventurers, we’ll explore how to write women who are complex, compelling, and true to themselves.

Presenters

Khaya Fraites

Khaya Fraites is a voice and film actor based in New York City. She has directed and written three short films that have screened at festivals such as Virginia Film Fest and Big Apple Film Fest. Khaya has narrated a number of titles for Penguin Random House, Recorded Books, and Macmillan... Read More →

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 →

Bree Wilde

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

Kristi McManus

Kristi McManus is a Registered Nurse by trade, but avid reader and enthusiastic book lover all her life. Her debut novel, Our Vengeful Souls, was released Summer 2023 by CamCat Books. When she isn't writing, she enjoys photography, art, and considers napping to be a form of cardio... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Regency B

Lit Track

11:15am CDT

The Newest Olympian LIVE!

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Grand Ballroom

Join host Mike Schubert for a special recording of The Newest Olympian live at EnchantiCon 2025!

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Grand Ballroom

Live Show

11:15am CDT

Really Big Lizards: Dinosaurs, Dragons, and You

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Midway Suite 5

Why are we so captivated by monsters? What do dragons and dinosaurs have in common, and what does our universal interest in really big lizards tell us about our shared primeval human experience?

In this educational presentation, we’ll learn how the oldest of dragon myths were inspired by real-life fossils and explore the philosophical implications of mankind’s fascination with dinosaurs and dragons. Dino nerds and dragon riders welcome!

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 →

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 →

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Midway Suite 5

Panel

11:15am CDT

Translating Harry Potter Around the World: Humlesnurr’s Zweinstein

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT

Regency A

This session delves into the fascinating realm of translating the Harry Potter series, exploring both the linguistic challenges and the growing hobby of collecting Harry Potter books in various languages. We will investigate the importance of translations, the specific difficulties of translating such a beloved work, and highlight some memorable mistranslations and revisions.

Presenters

Celia Buell

Celia is a reader, wizard rocker (The Bookish Hufflepuff), and longtime fantasy fan. She loves fairy tales and stories about people who rise up against established norms and rebel against tyranny, especially when there's a some romance involved as well.

Harrison Tu

Harrison is a Ravenclaw polyglot who has loved Harry Potter since the series began. Tech nerd by day, wrocker by night, and always striving to do what's right. He is passionate about Harry Potter and producing the best content related to the genre for everyone!

Sunday August 17, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Regency A

Panel

12:30pm CDT

Learn to Fold Origami Yoda

Sunday August 17, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Midway Suites 1+2

Fold origami you will! Come and learn how to fold characters from the Star Wars universe using origami. Designs will be modeled on the excellent book series Origami Yoda by Tom Angelberger. Each Yoda can be customized with an individual origami lightsaber.

Presenters

Elizabeth (Potterkid’s Mum)

Elizabeth has been a supporter of many fandoms from a young age-LOTR was her first love and more recently, Percy Jackson, Marvel and Star Wars. She has enjoyed supporting Isaac’s love of the Wizarding World and they have had many magical cosplay experiences together at Universal... Read More →

Isaac (Potterkidreads)

Isaac is an enthusiastic reader and a lover of many fandoms. In 2020, with his mum’s support, he started @potterkidreads on instagram to chronicle reading 150+ books in under a year. He’s guested on Alohomora!, PuffCast, and Creating Magic podcasts, and was a featured cosplayer... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Midway Suites 1+2

Crafting

12:30pm CDT

Intro to Writing Fanfiction

Sunday August 17, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Regency C

Calling all aspiring writers! It’s no secret that we all love a brilliantly crafted fanfiction, but putting our own work out there can be scary! Host Gina is here to jump start your adventure into fanfic writing. We will discuss the writing process, the numerous sites to host your fic and how to navigate your way into the online fanfic writing community. Pick up your quill (or keyboard) and come join us!

Presenters

Cate Archer

Cate has been obsessed with books, fanfiction, and writing from an age she's legally obligated to say was "too young." She was well known by her teachers for her rebellious ways — reading under the desk or skipping class to hole up in the library like a gremlin with a stack of books... Read More →

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 →

Sunday August 17, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Regency C

Fandom Foundations

12:30pm CDT

Respectful Imagining: How to Write Inclusive Fantasy

Sunday August 17, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Regency B

Fantasy authors have the power to imagine entirely new realities, but with that power comes the responsibility to represent all bodies, minds, and identities with care. From body diversity and disability to chronic illness, gender identity, and neurodivergence, this panel explores why inclusive representation matters in fantasy. Discover how they research and write identities with care and respect, whether or not those identities are their own.

Presenters

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 →

Jess L. M. Anderson

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 →

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 →

Sunday August 17, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Regency B

Lit Track

12:30pm CDT

Fantasy and Faith: How Religious Belief and Doubt Shaped Sci-Fi and Fantasy

Sunday August 17, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Midway Suite 5

Faith and doubt inspired fantasy long before Lewis and Tolkien! Discover how new perspectives on religion influenced the very first fantasy and science fiction novels, from Frankenstein to Alice to Dr. Moreau.

Presenters

Eliza Sanders

Dr. Eliza Sanders earned a Ph.D. in English literature at the University of Iowa and is the author of Genres of Doubt: Science Fiction, Fantasy, and the Victorian Crisis of Faith. She has published her writing on motherhood at "Her View From Home" and is developing her first novel... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Midway Suite 5

Panel

1:45pm CDT

Fantasy Fangirls Meet & Greet

Sunday August 17, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm 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

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 →

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 →

Sunday August 17, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm CDT
Meet & Greet Area

Meet & Greet

2:30pm CDT

Cosplay Karaoke Session 3

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm 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.

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Regency C

Interactive

2:30pm CDT

Not Just Tea Leaves: Trelawney, Tarot, and Trusting Yourself

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Midway Suite 5

This interactive session explores the intersection of divination, self-doubt, and personal power. Inspired by Professor Trelawney from Harry Potter, we’ll use reflection and group discussion to examine how intuition is often dismissed and how reclaiming it can lead to greater self-awareness and empowerment, regardless of your experience with tarot or divination.

Presenters

Camille A. Saunders

Camille is a neurodivergent, bisexual witch and relationship anarchist who offers sex and relationship therapy virtually across Washington state . She supports queer, neurodivergent, polyamorous, and witchy folks with anxiety, chronic illness, and communication struggles. Her approach... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Midway Suite 5

Interactive

2:30pm CDT

How to Write Like the Pros

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Regency B

If you've got an idea that's been brewing but have yet to put pen to paper, this panel is for you! This panel of seasoned authors are here to guide you through the trials and tribulations of the writing process. They'll share some of their own processes and also provide tips and tricks to jumpstart your own writing journey.

Presenters

Maria A. Eden

Maria has been reading, illustrating, and writing fantasy stories since childhood. Fantasy and paranormal romance became the escape that saved her life while working as a frontline healthcare worker during the pandemic. Nothing brings her more joy than writing to provide an escape... Read More →

JoJo Bee

Being an author takes courage, something that JoJo Bee's got in spades. As a grade A student, JoJo left secondary school with any array of colleges at her fingertips, but opted instead to pursue her passion: writing. Hoping to be a guiding force in the literary space, JoJo strives... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Regency B

Lit Track

2:30pm CDT

Nerdfighter Meetup

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Midway Suites 3+4

A meetup for fans of Hank and John (or is it John and Hank?) Green! Have you read all of John's books? Are you planning a pilgrimage to Rax? Does Jarrod still haunt your dreams? If you're dying to sing "I Love Science" and more Hank Green songs, then this is the meetup for you! Come by to talk about Everything Is Tuberculosis, sing songs about anglerfish, and more. Pumpkins & penguins!

Presenters

Jessica "JD" Dirks

JD is a Senior Executive Nerdfighter, advocate, and all-around nerd. She is a community organizer and social media manager for TBFighters, a grassroots group that fights the structural causes of tuberculosis (TB). TB is the deadliest infectious disease in the world, and one we have... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Midway Suites 3+4

Meetup

2:30pm CDT

EnchantiCon 2025 Cosplay Contest

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Grand Ballroom

Come celebrate the best cosplays of the year at EnchantiCon's first annual Cosplay Competition! Those interested in competing should complete the Cosplay Entry Form.

Presenters

Khaya Fraites

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Grand Ballroom

Special

2:30pm CDT

Looking Medieval: Patterning Medieval Clothing

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 4:45pm CDT

Midway Suites 1+2

This class provides an overview of medieval European clothing styles, accompanied by pattern diagrams and guidance on how to use them. The focus is on the foundational skill of drafting patterns from scratch, going beyond the modification of commercial patterns. Prior sewing experience is required.

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

Nancee Beattie

Sunday August 17, 2025 2:30pm - 4:45pm CDT
Midway Suites 1+2

Crafting

3:45pm CDT

Hog's Head Hootenanny

Sunday August 17, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT

Midway Suites 3+4

Come join the Hootenanny! Learn choreographed group dances to wizard rock music, performed live by our musicians. Let's let loose and have fun!

All skill levels and abilities are welcome.

Presenters

Autumn Brooke

Autumn is a musician and nerd from Texas, now living in Ottawa. She loves reading books, listening to fiction podcasts, writing music about queer media and playing with her con friends. Check out her music on her YouTube page at youtube.com/@autumnbrookesings and autumnbrooke.ban... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT
Midway Suites 3+4

Interactive

3:45pm CDT

The Flame Haired Stars: A History of Comets Before the Telescope

Sunday August 17, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT

Regency A

Explore the history of comets as understood before the invention of the telescope. Discover how early astronomers observed and interpreted these celestial phenomena, often viewing them as omens, portents, or divine messages. Early efforts to record and explain cometary appearances are examined through the lens of the observational tools and philosophies of the time. Through texts, art, and historical accounts, trace humanity's evolving relationship with the night sky.

Presenters

Jon Voisey

Jon is an independent historian of pre-telescopic astronomy. His primary area of interest is the development of the geocentric model as laid out in Claudius Ptolemy's 2nd century "Almagest". He has a BS in Astronomy from the University of Kansas and runs the YouTube channel @Astr... Read More →

Sunday August 17, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm CDT
Regency A

Panel