The Tavern
Welcome to The Tavern, Sponsored by Misty Mountain Gaming
Step into The Tavern, traveler! Spanning all of Level 5 of the Summit Building, this fantasy-themed haven is a gathering place for heroes between quests. Rest in cozy lounges where you can game, trade trinkets, enjoy food, and relax by the fire. Catch a performance and raise a glass with a well-earned elixir. Browse merchant booths, explore the board game library, receive tarot readings, or sharpen your skills in workshops. Ready for adventure? Join tabletop sessions, connect with fans in the meetup area, or visit community partners.
The Kraken’s Keep
Bring your friends and your dice to our 21+ tavern! In this chamber you’ll find plenty of space to start a game of your choice, hangout with friends, and grab a pint at the bar. This is the ultimate spot to unwind from an adventurous weekend, just beware of any tentacles...
✨ Official Friday After Party | Coming Soon!
Friday, Mar 6, 2026
Celebrate long into the night where magic, music, and revelry collide. This whimsical night full of lively dancing, and mystique... it will be an unforgettable night of celebration for heroes ready to feast, dance, and toast beneath the glow of spring magic.
18+ to party, 21+ to drink
Entrance to the party is included with all badges valid for ECCC Friday attendance.
Exhibitors
In The Tavern
Trinket Trading
Step right up, traders and treasure hunters! Explore the time-honored tradition of trinket swapping across fandoms. We’ll share tips, swap tales, and then it’s your turn to trade shiny loot and score new keepsakes — all while making friends along the way.
A Tavern for All Ages
Gather ‘round, friends of all ages! In this Tavern, every traveler is welcome — from the youngest squire to the wisest elder. Join the fray, roll the dice, and share in the merriment, for all may play within these walls.
Meet & Greets
Meet heroes, creators, and legends at our Tavern Meet & Greets. This is your chance to relax, chat, and connect in an easygoing fantasy setting whether you’re meeting community leaders or new friends. Pull up a chair, share a story, and make memories worthy of a bard’s tale.
Gaming
Roll initiative, this is your hub for play and discovery between quests. Explore our board game library, jump into Pathfinder sessions, check out demos, and connect with partners like the Alexandria RPG Library and Misty Mountain Gaming. Bring your own Magic: The Gathering deck and find a table to play, trade, and test your skills. And if you’re looking for live-action adventure, LARPing awaits on Level 3, just a short journey from the Tavern on Level 5.
Meetups
Gather your party at our ECCC Meetups, located around the corner from the Alexandria RPG Library, a welcoming space to connect with adventurers, creators, and fans. Make new allies, share stories, and start your next quest together.
Workshops
Unwind between quests at our Tavern Workshops hands-on, fantasy-inspired maker sessions where you can craft trinkets, potion bottles, dice accessories, and other adventurer keepsakes. Whether you’re decorating elixirs, designing guild crests, or creating tabletop gear, these cozy workshops are the perfect place to relax, create, and take a little magic home with you. Tavern Workshops are available on a drop-in basis and operate on a first-come, first-served policy while supplies last.
Schedule
We’ll announce exhibitors coming to ECCC 2025 on this page a bit closer to the show. To find out when they go live, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to get the latest updates!