Saturday panel schedule-French River 1
12:00-1:00 Roleplaying for Beginners and Kids
Local DMs, Clint and Anders, along with Renee from Drinks Dungeons and Dragons will bring life to the immersive worlds of Role Playing Games like Dungeons & Dragons.
1:00-2:00 Fandom & Mental Health
Steve Kaarbo (Teeb) will be back for another presentation on Fandom & Mental Health. Combining the passions he has for nerd culture and his career in mental health over the last 25 years, this panel will explore and destigmatize mental health and build community.
2:00-3:00 Cosplay Q&A
Featured Cosplayers Tyson Lietz, Edwin Davis (Miltown Cosplay), and Erin McGowan (LadyTanoCreates) will be on hand to share experiences and techniques for building amazing costumes and entering the cosplay culture. Teeb Con 1st place winner, and local cosplayer, Steph Delacour, will join them in her first local panel!
3:00-4:00 Nerd Nite 1
Think of it as a Nerdy Ted Talk. Local experts in their nerdy areas will be on hand to share their expertise in this entertaining and informative panel format.
Talk 1- "The Wreck of the Federal Express" Andy Hilfers
Talk 2- ”In defense of Jar Jar Binks” Tate Haglund-Pagel
Talk 3- "Rubik's Cube Musings" Luke Moravec
4:00-5:00 The life of a local game developer
Northern Minnesota is a home for amazing creativity, including amazing game development. Local developers for Ward the Card Game, Michelle Nephew of Atlas Games, and Matias Valero will be sharing their experiences with developing, testing, and promoting games they have created.
5:00-6:00 This Week in Fantasy Movies
Local Youtube content creator Sam Weston will be on hand to stream the weekly show and dive into fantasy movies.
The above panels will take place on the 2nd floor in the French River Room 1. Panel schedule subject to change.
saturday panel schedule-French River 2
11:30-12:30 Winona Nelson & Anthony Palumbo- Creating the Magic
Winona & Anthony will share about their experiences as artists in The Magic the Gathering universe as well as their experiences as artists in other mediums.
12:30-1:30 Cheryl Chase- Voices from your Youth
Join voice over actress Cheryl Chase as she reminisces about classics like Rugrats and Ren & Stimpy, and also sharing about her upcoming series, Schmidti's Circuit (also featuring Excalibur Con guest, Chris Bartlett, and previous guest, Leilani Shiu).
1:30-2:30 Marissa Lenti- Join the Circus!
Voice over Actress Marissa Lenti joins us to share her experiences working on the viral sensation, Amazing Digital Circus, as well as other anime and video game franchises.
2:30-3:30 Northland Author's Panel hosted by Justin Rose
This talented panel will feature area authors including Jennifer Schultz, Lily Davis, Faith MacGregor, and Jackie Bennett. Hosted by local author, Justin Rose, it will be a great opportunity to learn the creative process and learn from local talent!
3:30-4:30 Go! Go! (Mega) Power Rangers! with Andrew Gray & Christina Masterson
Former Red Ranger Andrew Gray and Pink Ranger Christina Masterson will be on hand to share their experiences as Power Rangers as well as their careers after the Team. Both have been active in the live action and modeling worlds, and they have amazing stories to share!
4:30-5:30 Welcome to the Kingdom
Join Mitch Glatzel and his merry band of enthusiasts for Twin Kingdoms Foam Swords discussion and demonstrations. They will be on hand to share the joy of building a community of the sword! They meet locally and this would be an excellent opportunity to join them!
The above panels will take place on the 2nd floor in the French River Room 2. Panel schedule subject to change.
saturday after hours schedule
6:30-8:30pm The Ex-Cons: A Live Guest Talent Actual-Play Adventure!
If you’re a fan of Critical Role, NaddPod, Dimension 20 and other actual-play content, you don’t want to miss this event! The Ex-Cons is a live, actual-play D&D performance filled with laughs, suspense, and plenty of rolls with celebrity talent from both near and far(far away}!
Led by Excalibur Con committee member Matias Valero (Renegade, Twin Portals Podcast), our player talent includes:
- Chris Bartlett (The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Ashoka)
- Anders Hulstrom (The Common House Bard)
- Pez Davilla (Neighborhood Youth Services)
- Robert Lee (Renegade, Winner: Funniest Person in the Twin Ports)
Starting at 6:30pm in French River Room 1, grab a snack or drink from the DECC house bar and enjoy the action!
8:30-9:30pm Ope, I think you mean...
Yeah, sure, you betcha! Sometimes even the nerdiest of nerds get it wrong. Join this hilarious interactive game and see what might be wrong with these nerdy facts. There will be fun, laughter, and even a few prizes to go around.
9:30-11:00pm Nerd Nite X Renegade Improv
With Nerd Nite’s 15 years+ providing delightfully nerdy infotainment and Renegade Improv’s 20+ years of laugh-out-loud comedy, who wouldn’t wanna see the two mashed together!?!
This event pairs Nerd Nite academics pitching massive amounts of highly condensed, highly nerdy knowledge in minutes on a topic of their choosing to our hapless laugh-masters in order for them to create hysterically hilarious scenes. Can the universe contain such a chaotic collaboration?
Starting at 9:30pm in French River Room 1, find out for yourself and laugh along with these great community partners!
6:30-10:30pm Vibe & View Room
Been on your feet, conquering the convention, and maybe looking to chill and chat with your new-found nerd-community friends? We’ve got just the place for you!
Grab a snack or drink from the DECC bar in the gaming pavilion and enjoy sharing some of our favorite moments in anime, sci-fi, and other genres our fan talent have graced.
Starting at 6:30 in French River Room 2, make sure to grab a friend to vibe and view with you!
6:30-10:30pm Open Board Gaming
Need to prove who can crack clues fastest in Codenames or cause chaos in a dungeon crawl with some Munchkin? Excalibur Con After Hours has just the thing!
From classics like Catan, Ticket to Ride, and Carcassonne, to fan-favorites like Azul, Wingspan, and Betrayal at House on the Hill, our Community Gaming Area space is open and stocked with titles that spark laughs, rivalries, and new friendships.
Available till 10:30pm in the Level-Up Gaming Pavilion, claim a table, grab a game, and let the fun continue after hours!
8:00-11:00pm @ Radisson Harborview Tiki Bar- Dylan's Drink & Draw (18+ only)
Join artist Dylan Jacobson and his special guests for this creative brand of hilarity and Hijinx! Dylan's Drink & Draw is a no skill required drawing game show where you compete, using your wits, to win fabulous prizes awarded by comics industry judges. You don't want to miss it! No cost to attend, special themed drinks will be available along with a full bar.
After hours events require a valid convention badge and are 18+ only. Wristbands must be worn during after hours panel events. Subject to change.
Sunday panel schedule-French River 1
11:00-12:00 Scott & Matias of Twin Portals
Twin Portals is a fresh Fifth Edition Dungeons & Dragons (D&D 5E) actual play podcast which follows five friends from the mystical land of Minnesota. Join Scott and Matias as they share adventures with the crowd.
12:00-1:00 Philosophy of D&D
Jason Ford, Jeanine Weekes Schroer, Laura Engel, and Alexis Elder present a fascinating look at the intersection of fantasy and philosophy through the lens of Dungeons & Dragons.
1:00-2:00 Scott's Arts Grant Funding
We all want to create, but none of us wants to be the "starving artist." Join Scott as he presents on how to find funding for your creative endeavors
2:00-3:00 MNeurodivergent Presentation- Neurodiversity 101
Curious about what Neurodiversity really means? If you're here, you're likely Neurodivergent!
We will explore the Neurodiversity Movement to provide a foundational understanding that's rooted in disability justice—with time for open discussion and Q&A.
Santana and Ashlie from MNeurodivergent will share experiences and help break down barriers surrounding the neurodivergent population and help us all understand the world around us. They are also graciously presenting the Sensory Sanctuary all weekend in Gooseberry Room 1.
3:00-4:00 Nerd Nite 2
Think of it as a Nerdy Ted Talk. Local experts in their nerdy areas will be on hand to share their expertise in this entertaining and informative panel format. Part 2.
Talk 1- "Pictorial Linguistic Blend in Graphic Novels" Minden Anderson
Talk 2- “Black Horror” Jeanine Weekes
Talk 3- "The Netflix Christmas Movie Extended Universe" Jess McCullough
The above panels will take place on the 2nd floor in the French River Room 1 Panel schedule subject to change.
Sunday panel schedule-French River 2
11:30-12:30 Chris Bartlett & Christine Galey-These are the Droids you're looking for
Chris Bartlett (C3PO/Q90) and Christine Galey (R2D2) of the Star Wars Galaxy fly into Excalibur Con to share their experiences from a galaxy far, far way.
12:30-1:30 I hear voices with Brent Mukai & Brook Chalmers
Amazing voice over actors Brent Mukai and Brook Chalmers will be on hand to share their experiences behind the microphone for some of the biggest anime franchises. Ever hear of Demon Slayer, One Punch Man, Kaiju No. 8, DandaDan, or Attack on Titan? Yeah we thought so.
1:30-2:30 A comic perspective with Dave Wheeler, Dylan Jacobson & Travis Bentley
Regional comic book talent Dave Wheeler, Dylan Jacobson, and Travis Bentley will once again bring the shenanigans and the artistic talent to the panel room. Join them as they share their comic creations and convention experiences.
2:30-3:30 The real Power- The Superhero U with Andrew Gray
Andrew Gray will be back to share his experiences of life, motivation, and success through determination, commitment, and faith. A true Power Ranger.
3:30-4:30 Looking forward with Excalibur Con
Join the Excalibur Con planning group for an open Q & A discussion about the 2025 event and plans for 2026 and beyond!
The above panels will take place on the 2nd floor in the French River Room 2 Panel schedule subject to change.
Other Weekend events/performances
Gooseberry Room 1
Saturday 11:00-6:00 & Sunday 11:00-5:00
MNeurodivergent will have the Sensory Sanctuary set up with calming activities, noise cancelling devices, fidget items, and other strategies to bring your brain and body back into balance. All ages, though children 13 and under need adult supervision.
Gooseberry Room 2
Saturday
11:30-12:30 Elle Firespray Mini Painting Class- Beginners (register online)
1:30-3:30 Elle Firespray Mini Paining Class - Advanced OSL (register online)
3:30-5:00 Oaken Hollow Tinker demonstrations
5:00-6:00 Sherek Creations Perler Bead Design Make & Take
Sunday
11:30-1:00 Oaken Hollow Tinker demonstrations
1:00-3:00 Elle Firespray Mini Painting Class- Beginners (register online)
3:00-4:00 Dani Laine Patton Painting Make & Take
Gooseberry Room 3
Saturday
On the hour from 11:00-6:00
The Artemis Experience- Join your crew on the Bridge of your starship. Gather a group of 5 and sign up online to join in. Space is extremely limited.
Spectator are welcome and encouraged!
Sunday
11:30-1:30 Harry Potter Meet Up
2:30-4:30 Disney Princess Party
Split Rock Room
Saturday
12:00-1:00 Shire of the Inner Sea Medieval Weapon Demonstration
1:00 & 1:30 Swift Leadership Martial Arts Demonstration
2:00-3:00 The Common House Bard Musical Presentation
3:00-4:00 North Shore Ballroom Dance Presentations
4:00-5:00 Cosplay Prejudging
5:00-6:00 Cosplay Contest
Sunday
12:00-1:00 Shire of the Inner Sea Medieval Weapon Demonstration
1:00 & 1:30 Swift Leadership Martial Arts Demonstration
2:00-3:00 The Common House Bard Musical Presentation
3:00-4:00 North Shore Ballroom Dance Presentations
4:00-5:00 Cosplay Prejudging
5:00-6:00 Cosplay Contest
Schedule subject to change.