(Draft) DnD Fest 2025 – Weekend Schedule
Thursday, September 4th
1:00 PM: Check-In Opens
Arrive anytime after 1:00 PM to set up your tent and settle in. Head to the Forest Inn for check-in and a relaxed start to the weekend.
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Casual Workshops (Optional)
Join informal workshops on figure painting, terrain making, costuming, or anything others want to offer. Each session lasts about 30–60 minutes. Drop in and hang out.
6:00 PM – 10:30 PM: Forest Inn Open – Games & Socializing
The Forest Inn will be open for casual gaming, in-character conversations, or downtime with friends.
Evening Fare: Potato Bake and Corn Roast…Stop by the fire and grab a fresh roasted corn cob or baked potato—no tickets needed. Just show up and enjoy.
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Live Music on the Deck
Relax with live traditional Celtic music from Brian Bigley and the Cleveland Celtic Ensemble, performing outdoors on the deck.
After Dusk: Campfire at the Fire Ring
Gather around the fire for stories, drinks, and snacks. Supplies will be available for s’mores and hobo pies, but feel free to bring your own favorites.
Friday, September 5th – The Festival Begins
Morning: Breakfast on Your Own
The festival hasn’t officially started, so attendees are on their own for breakfast. Coffee may be available at the Inn.
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Optional Workshops (if we have demand)
Figure painting, terrain crafting, costuming, or anything creative. Drop-in sessions to start the day.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Casual Hotdog Roast
Join us for a laid-back hotdog roast near the fire ring and deck. No lines—just food and conversation.
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Orientation (All Attendees)
All attendees and staff gather at the Forest Inn for a quick rundown of how the weekend will run, party assignments, and DM and NPC introductions.
1:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Gaming Session 1
Your party’s first official session begins. The first 30 minutes are reserved for introductions, catch-up, and setup.
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM: Dinner at the Forest Inn
A full meal will be served to all attendees.
Menu will be posted soon!
7:30 Plant your Banner!
All parties should plant their banner outside the Forest Inn! (Be sure to have a tag hanging from it with your Party name, Team and Party number)
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Costume Prep & Downtime
Take time to change into costume or prepare for the evening’s events.
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Costume Prep & Downtime
Take time to change into costume or prepare for the evening’s events.
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Bard’s Competition
Perform a song, story, skit, or whatever you’ve got! A friendly, fun, and creative talent show for everyone.
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Costume Contest
Show off your best costume—full regalia or clever flair. Prizes and applause await.
10:00 PM – Midnight: Live Music by Brian Kay
Enjoy a full tavern set of bardic music from Brian Kay. He’ll be playing in-character tunes and ambient music to close the night.
Saturday, September 6th – Adventure Day
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Breakfast
A warm breakfast will be served in the Forest Inn to start your day.
8:45 AM: Group Photo
Join us on the Forest Inn deck for the official festival photo. Costumes welcome!
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Gaming Session 2
The next chapter of your adventure begins.
Boxed Lunches will be delivered to each party’s area during the session, labeled by name. DMs choose when to break.
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Afternoon Break
A 3-hour break that includes time to level up your characters, Axe Throwing, interacting with NPCs
We’re bringing in a professional axe throwing trailer—fully lit and staffed.
Everyone will take 3 to 5 official throws
Points are tallied, and the best throwers may walk away with bragging rights (and maybe prizes).
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Dinner at the Forest Inn
Enjoy a hearty meal before heading into your final session of the day.
Menu will be posted at the Inn.
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Judging of Banner Competition
The Judges will make their final evaluation and announce their decisions before gaming session 3!
6:30 PM – 11:00 PM: Gaming Session 3
This evening session continues your campaign arc with new developments and rising tension. DMs may rotate and the story will deepen.
After 11:00 PM: Forest Inn Open
No formal events—just a relaxed tavern setting for late-night RP, drinks, and good company.
Sunday, September 7th – The Final Chapter
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Breakfast
A warm breakfast will be available in the Forest Inn.
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM: Gaming Session 4 – The Finale
The concluding session of the weekend.
Boxed Lunches will again be delivered to each party’s designated area.
DMs should build in a natural pause for food before pushing into the final stretch.
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Closing Ceremony & Prize Drawing
We’ll gather one last time outside the Forest Inn to close the weekend. GRAND PRIZE DRAWINGS!
After 3:30 PM: Break Camp & Farewell
Pack up and safe travels!