A queer cryptid costume ball, variety show, and anthology book launch
Calling all cryptids! Join us to celebrate the launch of Tales from the Cryptids, a new anthology of TTRPGs, fiction, poetry, and uncanny ephemera from the perspective of monsters.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
5-9pm at Peabody Heights Brewery
401 E 30th St, Baltimore, MD 21218
FREE
Pre-order Tales from the Cryptids
The event will feature a cryptid variety show and reading hosted by drag king Butch Deadlift, a cryptid costume ball (with prizes), and a curated monster market featuring local artists and businesses!
The costume ball and market will open at 5pm, and the performance and costume contest will begin at 7pm.
Performers and Readers:
- jason b crawford
- Butch Deadlift
- Cailín Frankland
- Nat Mesnard
- Meghan Phillips
- Shelby Switzer
- Matilda Young
Vendors:
Coming soon…