Updated: September 13, 2024
WELCOME OUR HOST, BONNIE GORDON & RYAN T. HUSK!
We're pleased to have the multi-talented Bonnie Gordon -- best known as the ship's computer on Star Trek: Prodigy – and expert Trek podcaster Ryan T. Husk as our co-hosts for the three-day convention. They'll bring energy and excitement on stage during the daytime programming!
WRITER'S WORKSHOP with TERRY MATALAS
Unfortunately, Terry is not able to host this workshop. If you bought tickets, please see on-site registration for more info.
SATURDAY EVENING with THE RAT PACK
The Rat Pack tradition continues in Nashville! This hilarious show travels back to the 1950s with our stars performing their version of the iconic Rat Pack, including song parodies written by ultra-talented Max Grodenchik (who unfortunately won't be in attendance). The Rat Pack also includes Casey Biggs, Jeffrey Combs and Vaughn Armstrong.
The event is included with the GOLD, CAPTAINS CHAIR & COPPER patrons, who get to keep their same seats! For everyone else, you can still attend by purchasing an a la carte ticket.
$50
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NOTE: Convention passes are not required to attend the event, however, the ticket does not include admission to the convention.
FRIDAY NIGHT EVENT with ANTHONY RAPP
Join us for a night of music and entertainment from the one and only Anthony Rapp! Along with playing Paul Stamets on Discovery, Anthony is a also well-known Broadway performer, having starred in the Broadway production of Rent and more!
The event is included with the GOLD & CAPTAINS CHAIR patrons, who get to keep their same seats! For everyone else, you can still attend by purchasing an a la carte ticket.
$60
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NOTE: Convention passes are not required to attend the event, however, the ticket does not include admission to the convention.
TREK DOES D&D
Join Dungeon Master Todd "Fire Breather" Stashwick, (our very own Captain Shaw!), as he takes some of your favorite Trek actors on a 2 hour Dungeons and Dragons one shot! Dice will be rolled, laughs will be had, and chaos will ensue! Do they have what it takes to surive?!
The event will take place on SUNDAY and is FREE for all attendees!
Players tentatively at this time include:
SATURDAY AFTER-PARTY at the HOLO LOUNGE
Ever wanted to grab a cocktail and slow dance to Vic Fontaine’s jazzy tunes in the Holodeck? Now’s your chance to don your formal best (optional) and join us in our “Holo-Lounge,” where our very own Bonnie Gordon will serenade you with some jazzy favorites!
Grab a drink and enjoy the vocal stylings of both well-known jazz standards and nerdified originals! It takes place Saturday after the evening concert. A convention pass is required to attend.
KARAOKE PARTY
On FRIDAY NIGHT, join hosts Connor Trinneer and Dominic Keating for an awesome night of karaoke fun! Get the chance to sing your heart out on-stage in a fun-filled evening of karaoke and dancing, with possible special guests.
It’s a FREE EVENT, so you do not keep your same seats you had during the day as the first few rows are removed. There will be seats in the back if you prefer to sit. If you have a VIP pass or special needs, please come to the front of the line.
SATURDAY at 9:30 AM
The Kardashev Scale, Habitable Exoplanets, and the Prime Directive
Jessica Schonhut-Stasik and Olivia A. Greene will convince you we live in the Star Trek Timeline in this panel. Learn about the Kardeshev Scale, the namesake of L'Teis Kardashev, who served as a Starfleet officer in the 32nd century. What is the Kardashev scale? Where does Earth sit on it? And where are the Vulcans most likely to come from to make first contact in 2063?
SUNDAY at 10 AM
Galactic Archaeology and the Nature of the Milky Way Quadrants
Galactic Archaeology is a cutting-edge field of astrophysics that combines precise measurements from multiple space- and ground-based telescopes. In this panel, Jessica Schonhut-Stasik and Olivia A. Greene will take you on a journey through the quadrants; alpha, delta, you name it, to provide an overview of the formation and evolution of our Galaxy! We will even jump outside of our Milky Way to think about how other galaxies form and evolve.
Astro 101: Everyone’s Universe
Rica Sirbaugh French, Professor of Astronomy, takes us on an introduction to the universe, welcoming your astronomy questions, comments, and discussion. Appropriate for all ages; children especially welcome. (DAY: FRIDAY)
NASA SSA Exhibit: "Apollo to Artemis and Beyond"
Same scale spacecraft models including Apollo Saturn V & Lunar Module, the Space Shuttle, International Space Station, Artemis‘ SLS, Orion & Lunar Gateway Station, SpaceX’s Crew Dragon, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, Starship, Super Heavy booster, “Mechazilla” the orbital launch & catch tower and HLS Lunar Lander. Also Blue Origin’s New Shepard (which William Shatner flew into space), New Glenn, and Blue Moon Cargo & Crew landers. Boeing’s Starliner CST-100 & Atlas V launcher, Dream Chaser & Shooting Star (new ISS cargo transporter), Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShip Two & White Knight Two, and NASA’s quiet supersonic X-59. Lastly, exhibited are a proposed Moon base, 2 Mars bases, Mars rover Perseverance & Ingenuity helicopter, Hubble Space Telescope, Webb Space Telescope, Voyager, and Europa Clipper.
Free in the Vendors Room FRIDAY ONLY
COSPLAY CONTEST
The Cosplay Contest is a true highlight of our Trek conventions! The inspired creativity of the attendees who participate is nothing short of amazing. This is their chance to show off some fantastic and elaborate costumes! Bring your cameras as many cosplayers are open to take pics with you and make great memories.
Set on SATURDAY, the Cosplay Competition takes place in the main theater! Let your creativity shine, come in costume and pump up the experience!
NOTE: There will be no pre-judging for the cosplay contest. Just be in the theater at the time of the contest.
Here are the rules:
• All entrants must have a convention pass (full convention or Saturday) to be eligible to compete.
• Costumes are judged based on craftsmanship of the costume. The Contest is a walk-on only presentation (no skits).
• Costumes must be of original construction (i.e. hand-made by you). Store-bought or “found” items may be incorporated into your costume, but the full costume cannot have been purchased or made by someone else.
• Any pre-existing materials used in your costume should show a significant amount of modification.
• Costumes must be related to the Trek universe (i.e. re-creations of a character/costume or inspired original designs).
• All contestants must be at least 13 years old to enter. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. Should a contestant be under the age of 13, a legal guardian or parent MUST be present at all times.
• You do not need to be the wearer of your entry, but you must be present with your model during the pre-judging and the contest (should you be a finalist).
• Costumes must provide enough coverage to be worn in public, and should be appropriate for a family-friendly show.
• Your costume must allow you the freedom of movement so that you can go up and down steps.
GENRE-THEMED TRIVIA GAME:
Be the Trivia Master of the con! You can be one of 90 chosen fans to play one of three rounds with the last person standing earning the title and winning gift certificates.
For the Cosplay Contests and Trivia Game Winners: Gift certificate prizes are valid for one year from date of issue and can be used towards Creation Merchandise only, and excludes admission passes and a la carte autograph/photo op/concert/special event tickets.
NO MINIMUM BID AUCTIONS
Get ready to bid on rare Star Trek and other amazing collectibles in our "no minimum" bid auctions!
VENDORS AREA
Visit our vendor area, full of great merchandise, products and a lot more! Many items are only available at our convention and not sold anywhere online. If you are interested in being a vendor, please click here!
EXCLUSIVE CONCEIRGE
Would you like an exclusive concierge assigned to you, and only you, at the convention? Our Concierges will help you keep track of every event, signing and photo op, so you won’t miss a thing. If you're interested in this premium service, please write to: concierge@creationent.com three months before the event you’re attending
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