FREE TO SHOP, NO TICKET NEEDED
The CastleCon Marketplace fills the castle's Open Courtyard all weekend, and anyone can walk in and shop. A CastleCon ticket is only needed to go upstairs to the signings, games and activities.
WHAT YOU'LL FIND
Maps of fantasy novels, video games and more · artisanal soaps · castle- and fantasy-themed 3D prints · laser-engraved woodworking · hand-sewn cloaks · armour, shields and weaponry · historic toys and collectibles · hand-crafted jewelry and gemstones · fantasy-themed gifts for the whole family. More vendors are being added.
WHEN
Friday, November 13, 4–10 PM · Saturday, November 14, 10 AM–11 PM · Sunday, November 15, 10 AM–6 PM, Open Courtyard (downstairs).
CASTLECON 2026
Friday, November 13, 4–10 PM · Saturday, November 14, 10 AM–11 PM · Sunday, November 15, 10 AM–6 PM. A Renaissance faire meets Comic-Con, inside a castle.
Tickets: $20 for one day or $40 for all three days. Children 3 and under are free. Every ticket includes a CastleCon 30-minute Time Play card and one autograph from each signer. The Marketplace downstairs is free to shop; a ticket takes you upstairs to the signings, games and activities.
Come in costume. Cosplay and LARP are welcome, and there are prizes for the best costumes. Costume swords and props must stay peace-tied and may not be drawn inside the castle.
CastleCon 2026 Gold Sponsors: Crest & Compass, Black Beard Inc. and US Foods. Silver Stone Castle, 358 Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Swansea, MA 02777.