The National Fantasy Museum

Events Calendar

Live Program

Visiting Speakers

Authors, illustrators, filmmakers, and world-builders in conversation. Free with museum admission — select sessions open to all.

Coming Soon — 2026
Speaker Program Launch
Our inaugural visiting speaker series will be announced shortly. Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to know.
Talk
Ongoing
Fantasy Artists in Residence
Visiting fantasy artists will hold open studio sessions and Q&As throughout the year alongside our Apprenticeship program.
Panel
TBA
Submit a Speaker Nomination
Know a fantasy author, illustrator, or creator who should speak at the Museum? Get in touch — we want to hear from you.
Open Call
Screenings

Upcoming Film Showings

Curated screenings of landmark and independent fantasy films. Hosted in our dedicated screening room — check back for the full schedule.

Fall 2026
Classic Fantasy Film Series
A curated retrospective of landmark fantasy films — from the golden era of practical effects to the CGI revolution that changed everything.
Series
Ongoing
Independent Animation Showcase
Short and feature-length works from independent animators working in the fantasy genre, with introductions from the filmmakers where possible.
Screening
Monthly
Late Night Double Feature
Two films, one evening — thematically paired screenings on the last Friday of every month. Doors open at 8pm.
Monthly
Community Evenings

Games & Live Music

Monthly evenings of tabletop gaming, roleplaying, and live performance — open to members and the public alike.

Monthly — First Saturday
Tabletop & Roleplay Night
Bring your party or come solo — we host open tables for Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and other fantasy RPGs. Beginners welcome.
Games
Monthly — Third Friday
Live Music Evening
Live performances from folk, orchestral, and world music artists inspired by the fantasy tradition. The galleries stay open late.
Live Music
Quarterly
Fantasy Board Game Tournament
Competitive and casual play across a curated selection of fantasy board games. Prizes, refreshments, and an evening to remember.
Tournament