Schedule

Schedule | Saint Joseph Retro Con 2026

VIP Entry 10:00 AM

General Admission 11:00 AM

Panel Room

11:15 – 12:00

Cosplay Contact Lens Safety

Learn all about cosmetic and cosplay contact lenses from a real eye care professional who also cosplays. Covers safety, proper wearing techniques, and comparisons of some of the most common lenses on the market so you can level up your look safely.

Panel

12:15 – 1:00

Professor Joe’s Ridiculous Pokémon Experiments

What happens when you try to beat Pokémon using only the lowest catch rate Pokémon, the heaviest ones, or the ones every NPC won’t stop using? Challenge runs that shouldn’t work, spectacular failures, and surprising strategies that somehow do. Includes live audience voting.

Panel

1:00 – 1:30

KC Book Beat: Ask an Author Anything

Curious what it’s really like to be an author? This open Q&A panel invites you to ask anything — from writing and publishing to sales, marketing, and everything in between. Real experiences, real answers.

Q&A

1:30 – 2:15

Dayton Ward and Kevin Dilmore Panel

Join writer guys and Retro Con guests Dayton Ward and Kevin Dilmore for a relaxed and fun discussion — yes, audience participation is welcomed — about writing, sci-fi and pop culture in general. Topics should include their latest projects, Star Trek news, inside scoop on Hallmark ornaments and gifts, and all sorts of cool stuff they’re enjoying at the bookstore, on TV or in theaters.

Panel

2:25 – 2:55

Dan Rathmann

A live set blending entertainment, storytelling, and audience connection. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a dynamic performance in the middle of the day.

Comedy

4:00 – 5:00

Veil & Vow Tarot

Curious about tarot cards, rune meanings, and how intuitive readings work? Join this fun and engaging session exploring the history, symbolism, and modern use of tarot and runes. Learn how readings are interpreted, hear fascinating insights, and enjoy audience Q&A.

Panel

Main Event

3:00 – 3:50

Cosplay Contest

Show off your creativity, craftsmanship, and character performance in this fan-favorite event. Contestants compete for recognition, prizes, and bragging rights in a celebration of fandom and creativity.The Crystal Starlights will be performing during the contest intermission.

Main Event

Main Stage

4:00 – 4:20

Riders on the Sea

A high-energy closing performance bringing immersive, thematic entertainment to the main stage.

Live Music

VIP Experience

4:00 – 6:30

Resident Evil Experience

Step into the world of the original Resident Evil with this immersive VIP experience. Includes a live Q&A with cast members, selfie opportunities, an interactive breakout experience, and an exclusive photo opportunity.

VIP Only

6:45 PM+

TMNT Experience

A pizza party, a screening of TMNT II: Secret of the Ooze, a live Q&A, selfie opportunities, and a commemorative photo — all included with your VIP package. At Trail Theatre.

VIP OnlyOff-Site

VIP Entry 10:00 AM

General Admission 11:00 AM

Panel Room

11:30 – 12:15

Crochet X Cosplay Q&A

WckdXV Cosplay is an award-winning cosplayer who works entirely in crochet. Learn how to craft props, details, and wearable pieces with yarn to make your next character stand out.

Q&A

12:25 – 1:55

Dan Rathmann

A live set blending entertainment, storytelling, and audience connection.

Comedy

Main Event

1:00 – 2:00

Family Showcase and Parade

A fun, interactive event for all ages featuring costumes, creativity, and community participation. Whether you’re walking in the parade or cheering from the crowd, this is a celebration of fandom for the whole family.

Main Event

Panel Room

2:00 – 2:40

Dagorhir: An Introduction to Combat Sports

There’s no doubt that over the course of your life, you have seen people and characters fighting with sword and shield, spear and bow, and many kinds of medieval weaponry, but have you ever wanted to fight with them yourself? We introduce to you Dagorhir, a close contact medieval combat sport played with boffer weaponry of many kinds that seeks to emulate that same combat. Join us for a demonstration of the sport, as well as how to play, where you can play, and everything that you will need to join one of America’s fastest growing combat sports.

Panel

Afternoon Programming

2:50 – 3:15

Riders on the Sea

A high-energy live performance bringing immersive, thematic entertainment to the stage.

Live Music

3:30 – 4:00

Cosplay Feedback / Q&A

Did you participate in the contests this weekend, or just have cosplay-related questions? Join our cosplay guests for this feedback and Q&A style discussion!

Panel

4:00 – 5:00

Cosplay Discussion

Explore how to host and plan a game, create engaging characters, and run a successful D&D campaign. Perfect for new and experienced players looking to improve their storytelling and gameplay.

Panel

5:00 PM — Event Close

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