Event Information

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 cosplay 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 Friday or Saturday($125) will give you:

  • Access to choose either the Friday, Saturday or NO 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 Rooms
  • Access to participate in The War Room themed scavenger hunt
  • Access to the CaFae (space allowing, reservations required)
  • Access to Club ONCE
  • 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