Lore & Luster · 2026
Scenes from the 2026 chapter
A glimpse at the magic our community conjured!
Lore and Luster 2026 Highlights
Our favorite moments from Lore and Luster's inaugural event in 2026.
Panel
Indie Authors: Self Publishing How To
An exploration with indie authors Samantha Jon, Enna Hawthorn, A.P Walston, moderated by Paperback Pleasures Podcase
Marketplace
Attendees Explore the Marketplace
Attendees explores a curated market place composed of local small businesses and indie author from all over the United States of America, with most hailing from the PNW itself.
Character actor interactions
Character Actors Light Up the Floor
A team of extraordinary character actors brought the convention floor to life for attendees, vendors and authors alike.
Cosplay Contest
Cosplay Contest Preliminaries
Contestants entered a cosplay contest on the main stage of the Tacoma Armory, competing for three different prizes!
Cosplay Contest
Before Taking the Stage
Before taking the stage, judges met with each contestant to talk about their character, cosplay and materials used!
Marketplace
Guest Shop the Marketplace
Guests shop the marketplace filled with 79 vendors and authors at Lore and Luster 2026