A researcher investigates the 1940 discovery of a body in Lake Crescent in Washington State, and the body had turned to “Soap”. She finds a tale of murder, the hunt for a killer, and herself at the crossroads of history, and the supernatural. The director's cut includes an additional 30 minutes covering some of the headier paranormal mysteries: a must-see for locals and others looking to fully explore this story. Following the screening, enjoy a Q&A with director Ryan Grulich.

Learn more about prepping, customizing, styling and caring for wigs with Seattle drag artist Drew Paradisco! Drew will take you through their most-loved techniques for styling wigs and answer your most pressing questions about customizing wigs and hairpieces for costumes.

All bodies are good bodies! Enter a welcoming space to discuss representation and inclusion in cosplay. Richard Stephens, Shannon Cosgrove, and Melissa Quinn will discuss self confidence, body diversity, and practical ways to support broader participation across the community.

Show off your cosplay look to local drag queens Blake McCabe (expertise: costume design and construction) and Drew Paradisco (expertise: wig styling! Prepare for some light comedic roasting alongside expert advice and the answers to your most burning costuming questions. All bodies are good bodies: light roasting will be playful. Open to all ages, recommended 13+.

Our most popular annual panel is back by overwhelming request! Cosplayers of all ages and skill levels are invited to a casual moderated Q&A about costuming, confidence, and bringing characters to life. Special guests include Blake McCabe, Richard Stephens, Melissa Quinn, Evette Allerdings, Jordyn Jensen, and Shannon Cosgrove. 

Got a great group costume idea? Make it a reality! Discuss planning and executing coordinated cosplay projects: theme selection, role assignment, budgeting, timelines, materials, and managing group logistics for events and conventions.

Silk painter and textile artist Evette Allerdings shares the stories, memories, and bold creative leaps that shape her vibrant work. From childhood kimonos to cross-country fabric hunts to finding her artistic voice in unexpected moments, Evette’s journey is full of color, courage, and curiosity.

Join zine queen and alt-comix icon Donna Barr for a staged reading from most famous series: The Desert Peach! This is an interactive event: all participants willing to read for a character will receive a free signed copy of the book. The Desert Peach chronicles the adventures of the eponymous protagonist, Erwin "The Desert Fox" Rommel's fictitious homosexual younger brother, Oberst Manfred Pfirsich Marie Rommel (1900–1990), nicknamed the "Desert Peach". Warning: content may be political and hilarious.