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Shore Leave 45
July 11-13, 2025
Wyndham Lancaster Resort and Convention Center
2300 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster, PA 17602
Mojo is in the HOUSE!
How will this Effect us?
Mojo is a Visual Effects Supervisor, Director & Artist with an extensive background in Sci-Fi. He has two Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on Star Trek: Voyager and Battlestar Galactica as well as additional nominations for both series. Feature film credits include “Serenity,” “Jack the Giant Slayer” and “Men in Black 3.”
He will be discussing Visual Effects and AI in two sessions. His first will be Friday at 4pm and the second on Sunday at 1pm. Be sure to check these out!
Free Autographs?!
Shore Leave 44 Freebie!
As many returning Shore Leave attendees know, we negotiate with two of our guests so they will not charge for their autographs. This of course, is limited in many ways, such as one per person (per day), and you have to provide your own 8×10 photo. But this is such a great deal compared to other conventions!
This year, Dina Meyer and Casper Van Dien are our Official Autograph Session Participants! They will sign one FREE autograph on an 8x10 that you provide during the official sessions on Saturday & Sunday. Any other item (or size of photo) will need to be handled at their table and not at the Official Autograph Session.
All guests will be signing at their tables all weekend long. Bring your own items, buy one at the event, or choose from their table. Selfies may be available, but are up to each guest. And some guests may charge extra for items other than 8x10s. Check at each guest’s table for pricing & item policies!
Shore Leave 45 Schedule is LIVE!
Shore Leave 45
This year’s Shore Leave schedule and pocket programs are now published on our website. Be sure to check it out so you can plan your weekend appropriately. See you next weekend!
Important Times -
Registration
Friday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Vendor Hall
Friday 2 PM - 6 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM
Sunday 10 AM - 5 PM
Convention Programming
Friday 2 PM - 12 AM (Midnight)
Saturday 9 AM - 12 AM (Midnight)
Sunday 9 AM - 5 PM
Got Photo-Op?
Get your Photo on!
While pre-orders are done for Photo-ops, we will have them available at the Registration desk. Here is the schedule for Saturday!
Photo Ops Schedule - Saturday 7/12
11am - 11:30am J. Lee
Adrianne Palicki
Lee/Palicki
11:30am-11:50am Michael Ironside
Dina Meyer
Casper Van Dien
Seth Gilliam
11:50am-12:20pm Meyer/Van Dien
Meyer/Van Dien/Ironside
Meyer/Van Dien/Ironside/Gilliam
12:20pm-12:30pm Rooker/Andrews/Gilliam
12:30pm-12:40pm Michael Rooker
Cooper Andrews
12:45pm-1pm Tracee Cocco
Stephanie Czajkowski
Melissa Navia
James Frain
1pm-1:15pm Navia/Frain
Frain/Czajkowski
Navia/Frain/Czajkowski
1:15pm-2pm Coleman/Eure
Tons of Parking!
Park and Ride
We have added two additional areas for attendees to park at the Wyndham hotel. On the map, you will see these areas marked in a square as ‘Vendor & Overflow Parking’. The hotel is providing transportation from ALL parking areas during the following times:
Friday Noon - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 7pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
More maps of the convention can be found on our website’s Hotel Page.
Shore Leave Blood Drive
As you Command!
We're excited to welcome the Red Cross back to Shore Leave! Be a hero and help save lives by donating blood. The Red Cross will be on-site Saturday 9 am to 2pm. Walk-ins are welcome, but we encourage you to schedule an appointment in advance at RedCrossBlood.org using the code: STAT. |
If you can’t donate at the convention, you can still take part through our Virtual Blood Drive. Donate at a location and time that works best for you—just use the Virtual Blood Donation link to sign up. |
Plus, all participants will receive a pair of stylish red goodr sunglasses! Virtual donors are also eligible if they donate between July 1st and 14th. |
Kids Programming at Shore Leave
Come to the Kids Side!
Shore Leave has fantastic activities planned for kids of all ages—not just for the little Siths, but for the Teen Jedis too! Younglings (ages 4–12) won't want to miss the Friday Night Dance Party and Movie Watch Party!
At the same time, Teen Jedis will have their own chill zone—a quiet spot to relax, escape the crowds, and maybe even meet other Padawans their age.
Got School Supplies?
Cause everyone can chip in!
Shore Leave is proud to support our local teachers. To help them, we're collecting school supplies. Many people don’t realize that teachers often buy supplies for their students out of their own pockets. Visit our website for details.
Calling All Artists: Showcase Your Work at the Shore Leave Art Show!
Lovely Art!
Join fellow creators from across the Alpha Quadrant at the Shore Leave Art Show, where sculptures, original paintings, prints, and drawings come to life. Whether you're an established artist or just starting out, this is your chance to display your art to an enthusiastic sci-fi and fantasy audience.
Pieces with sufficient bidding will advance to the Art Auction on Saturday at 6 PM, offering a dynamic platform to sell your work. Quick Sale options are also available for immediate purchases.
For submission guidelines and to download the necessary forms, visit the Shore Leave Art Show page.
Don't miss this opportunity to share your creativity with a community that appreciates and celebrates artistic expression.
Shore Leave 45 - Official Hotels
The Shore Leave Hotel Staff has negotiated discounted rates at four hotels within walking distance of our host hotel. Links and codes are available on our hotel page: https://www.shore-leave.com/information/hotel/
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lancaster East at The Outlets
Hot breakfast included
2 Queen or 1 King – $209 (Fri/Sat), $179 (Thur), $109 (Sun) per night
Cartoon Network Hotel
Hot breakfast included, also discount tickets to Dutch Wonderland
2 Double Beds – $199 (Fri/Sat), $159 (Thur/Sun) per night
Red Roof Inn Lancaster
2 Double Beds – $118.15 (Fri/Sat), $71.40 (Thur/Sun) per night based on 2 person occupancy. Extra charge for additional people.