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Check the organizer’s latest schedule ↗The Academy: a fantasy book ball weekend in Billings
The Academy – A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend invites fantasy and romantasy readers, cosplayers and book clubs to a three-day gathering in Billings, October 30–November 1, 2026. Its premise combines an academy-style experience with a formal ball, rather than centering the weekend on the ball alone.
Classes, challenges and a ball
The event is framed around a gothic-fantasy world, with immersive classes and challenges alongside the ball. The class subjects and challenge formats have not been announced, so readers choosing between activities will need more detail before deciding what suits them.
The ball is described as formal, but its timing and any specific attire requirements are not stated. If it is the main reason for your trip, check those details and whether admission covers it before booking.
Further reading: The Academy - A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend - VisitBillings.com ↗
Making a weekend of it
The event takes place at a hotel with on-site dining and a lounge. Those are hotel amenities, not confirmed parts of the Academy admission. For anyone considering a room, the hotel says its pool and waterslides are reserved for hotel guests.
Further reading: The Academy - A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend - VisitBillings.com ↗ · Home - Billings Hotel & Convention Center ↗ · FAQ - Billings Hotel & Convention Center ↗
Before you book
Three dates, with activity times to come
The event runs October 30–November 1, 2026. Daily hours and individual activity times are not stated.
The Academy - A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend - VisitBillings.com ↗
Confirm the ticket terms
A booking link is available, but the event listing does not confirm the price or what admission includes.
The Academy - A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend - VisitBillings.com ↗
Getting to the venue
Billings Hotel & Convention Center
The destination is 1223 Mullowney Lane, Billings, MT 59101, near I-90. Use the map links to calculate directions from your starting point. The event listing does not identify a specific entrance; contact the venue if you need entrance or access details.
The Academy - A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend - VisitBillings.com ↗ · Home - Billings Hotel & Convention Center ↗
Before you make a plan
When is the formal ball?
The weekend runs October 30–November 1, 2026, but the ball’s day and time are not stated.
The Academy - A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend - VisitBillings.com ↗
Is the event free?
The event listing does not confirm an admission price. Check the booking terms before making plans.
The Academy - A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend - VisitBillings.com ↗
What should I wear to the ball?
The ball is described as formal, but specific attire requirements are not stated. Confirm them before choosing an outfit.
The Academy - A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend - VisitBillings.com ↗
Can event attendees use the hotel pool?
The hotel reserves its pool and waterslides for hotel guests. Event admission alone is not confirmed to include access.
FAQ - Billings Hotel & Convention Center ↗ · The Academy - A Fantasy Book Ball Weekend - VisitBillings.com ↗
Location & Google Maps
Billings Hotel & Convention Center
1223 Mullowney Ln, Billings, MT, 59101
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