Once Upon a Con is the first ever fantasy book convention, held at the Gaylord National Harbor in Maryland. Immerse yourself in your favorite bookish worlds with over 250 vendors and guest authors, exciting panels and workshops, TTRPG room, fandom copslay meetups, our own Starfall Masquerade and High Fantasy Fashion Show, and so much more! Are you ready to Fall into Fantasy with us in 2025?
Your General Admission ticket ($125) will give you:
- Access to choose either the Friday or Saturday formal Starfall Masquerade (available at checkout until all spots have been filled)
- Access to the Marketplace the entire time it’s open
- Access to Author Alley the entire time it’s open
- Access to all Panels
- Access to all Workshops (some will require pre-registration due to materials used during the workshop)
- Access to special events like fandom meetups, autograph sessions and meet and greets
- Access to the 18+ BookTok Burlesque show
- Access to participate in the literary Cosplay Competition and Iron Cosplay
- Access to Table Top Gaming Room
- Access to participate in The War Room themed scavenger hunt
- Access to the CaFae (space allowing, reservations required)
- Opportunity to purchase specialty themed drinks at local bars and restaurants
- and more!
All ages welcome - children 6 and under receive free admittance
Wristbands will be available for pick up at venue for 18+ events and 21+ attendees
UPDATE: The High Fantasy Fashion Show is an RSVP-only event with a limited quantity available. This RSVP is not an added cost.
If you would like to reserve your spot for this event you MUST select the High Fantasy Fashion Show RSVP when purchasing your tickets. You must also enter the amount of spots you would like to RSVP - this number must be equivalent or less than the amount of tickets you are purchasing. Any number of RSVP’s over the amount of tickets purchased will be nullified. If the High Fantasy Fashion Show sells out, a line will be available for entry IF space occurs.
Ticket Options:
There will be two ticket options to choose from when checking out, each with limited availability. Please be sure to know which Starfall Masquerade you want to attend before purchasing your tickets.
- General Admission with Friday Ball (Gathering of the High Lords)
- General Admission with Saturday Ball (Meeting of the Inner Circle)
More information about Once Upon a Con can be found on our website www.onceuponaconvention.com
