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Schedule of events

This is a loose itinerary of what will occur throughout the weekend. Details of all events will be finalized in the coming months.

*Schedule is subject to change.

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JOIN US AT THE OMNI SHOREHAM IN WASHINGTON, D.C.

SEPT 25TH - 27TH 2025

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THURSDAY, SEPT. 25, 2025

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REGISTRATION:

The fun begins for Crowns ticket holders to check in & receive their Swag Bag.

*Gowns & Books Registration day TBD.

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PANELS:

Hear from some of your favorite authors and learn about the worlds they created and what inspired them.

*Please note: Some panels may include explicit language and topics.

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MAD HATTER TEA PARTY:

*Please note this will have a separate ticket sale date

We are finalizing details for this event, more information and ticket sales coming soon! Ticket numbers will be extremely limited. Please follow our newsletter and Facebook group for up-to-date information.

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AUTHOR SPEED DATING/COSPLAY WELCOME PARTY:

This event kicks the weekend off! Come dressed in your best cosplay and mingle with other attendees and authors! Our signature Author Speed Dating will commence during the night and include a special shopping hour with our sponsored authors!

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FRIDAY, SEPT. 26, 2025

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CONVENTION:

Authors, artists, and vendors of bookish services and merch will have booths set up for you to shop until your heart's content!

*Crowns tickets will receive 1 hour early access into convention.

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SPECIAL EVENT WITH AUTHOR HOLLY BLACK:

This evening event will be open to Crowns ticket holders only.

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SATURDAY, SEPT. 27, 2025

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CONVENTION:

Authors, artists, and vendors of bookish services and merch will have booths set up for you to shop until your heart's content!

 

"WE’RE ALL MAD HERE" FANTASY BALL:

Gowns and Crowns ticket holders get ready to dance the night away at our bookish-themed ball. Come dressed to impress in your gowns and crowns as you take in the sights and sounds. Take a spin on the dance floor or venture out into the space for fun photo opportunities. Grab a cocktail or mocktail and fully immerse yourself because tonight, YOU are the main character in this story.

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