Will you be attending #Westmoot26 virtually this year? Would you like to become a part of something amazing? We invite you to volunteer as an Online Ranger! To learn more, visit westmoot.org. Please note: those applying to volunteer must already be registered for #Westmoot. #intothewest
Back by popular demand! #Westmoot26 will once again feature a Dealers Room, this year with many amazing vendors selling Tolkien-themed art, collectibles, and so much more! Join us in Minneapolis from May 22-24. Learn more & register today at westmoot.org. #westmoot #intothewest #tolkien
We are thrilled to welcome special guest Ted Nasmith to #Westmoot26! An internationally-renowned illustrator of J.R.R. Tolkien,Ted will host a special hybrid Q&A session for all #Westmoot attendees, both online and in-person! #intothewest #tolkien
#Westmoot26 welcomes special guest & writer Don Marshall, who has published a biography of Tolkien with a second book in the works. Beyond the page, he’s built a devoted following of 850,000+ across platforms, where he shares his passion for Middle-Earth! #intothewest #donmarshall #westmoot
We welcome our #Westmoot26 attendees for a panel after the performance of The Hobbit! Panelists: Scott Gilbert, Director; Keven Lock, Set Designer; Isabelle Hopewell, Bilbo; Bryce Kalal, Ensemble/Thorin; Winifred Froelich, Ensemble/Gandalf; Adam Iverson, Ensemble/Kili/Smaug. #westmoot #intothewest
Big news has hit Middle-earth! See you all at @westmoot.org !
A BUCKET LIST ITEM 100%!!!!!! Elerina is excited for the live stage! 🌿🧝🏾♂️💚
Our heroes from @athraplay.athrabeth.com will be doing a live one shot performance at Westmoot this year! Come and watch our cast improvise a One Ring tabletop role playing game adventure live on stage!
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Oooh yay! We can’t wait to bring AthraPlay to Westmoot this year! It’s going to be so much fun!
Yes! That’s right! @athraplay.athrabeth.com will be doing a live actual play show at @westmoot.org this year! We’re so excited!
Have you heard? The @athraplay.athrabeth.com cast is coming to #Westmoot26! Wait - what’s Westmoot, you ask? Well, listen closely and the cast will explain all…
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Did you miss the deadline to submit your Ents & Masquerade performance for #Westmoot26? Never fear – we’ve extended the deadline to May 9! Don’t wait, submit your performance today! We can’t wait to see it. 🤩 Submit at westmoot.org. #westmoot #intothewest #ents #tolkien
Are you an artist or collector wanting to show off your Tolkien-related items? #Westmoot26 is now accepting submissions for art and collection displays! Deadline to submit an entry is May 9. #westmoot #intothewest #collecting #tolkien
#Westmoot26 is proud to welcome another remarkable keynote speaker: John Hendrix! John is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator & we look forward to welcoming him to Minneapolis this May! #westmoot #intothewest #tolkien
#Westmoot26 wishes you a happy Tolkien Reading Day 2026! This day marks the anniversary of the destruction of the One Ring. This year the Tolkien Society's theme is “Unlikely Heroes.” What #Tolkien work are you reading today? #intothewest
The countdown continues to #Westmoot26! We are now exactly two months away from our gathering in Minneapolis, and couldn't be more excited to meet you all! Haven't booked your spot yet? Don't miss out! Register at westmoot.org.
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It may not be worth the entire value of the Shire, but you'll still want to get a #Westmoot26 shirt, available now for pre-order! Show off your love for Middle-Earth with our exclusive t-shirt and be the envy of all your friends. Order today at westmoot.org. #intothewest #westmoot #tolkien
We’re delighted to welcome our Athrabeth Podcast friends for a special live episode “Disasters, Downfalls & Dives” during #Westmoot26! Featuring special guests Tori Owens & Clare Moore! #westmoot #intothewest #athrabeth
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The Witch-King is coming to town! On Thursday, May 21, from 7-10 PM, join us at Lyon’s Pub for an unofficial pub night! Quizzes, games… and a pub talk by the infamous Witch-King himself! 👀😱 No registration required. #intothewest #westmoot26
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Introducing #Westmoot Quests: simple, thematic quests that inspire your exploration of #Westmoot26, encourage making new friends, and promote self-care. Complete these at the Moot to earn stickers for your badge! To get into the swing of things, here’s the first Westmoot Quest. #intothewest
What has it got in its pocketses? Unsure what to pack for #Westmoot26? Here’s our checklist to get you started on making your packing list as you prepare to join us May 22-24, 2026 for this year’s #Westmoot gathering! #intothewest #tolkien
Book Westmoot 2026 in-person and get to see The Hobbit on stage.
We have booked the theatre exclusively for our use, and attendees will be treated to a special Q&A with the director and actors after the show.
Book now to avoid missing out - www.tolkiensociety.org/events/westm... #tolkien
Announcing virtual keynote speaker, Miriam Ellis, for #Westmoot26! Miriam is an award-winning fine artist & author of “The Art of Mercy in Middle-earth: Paintings Inspired by Tolkien's Legendarium.” Following her presentation, Miriam will do live Q&A on the #Westmoot Discord server. #intothewest
❓Question: What are the Ents?
✔️Answer: Following the Masquerade at #Westmoot, a variety of comical and/or dramatic #Tolkien-inspired performances take place. The sky is the limit, so submit yours today for #Westmoot26! Deadline: March 30.
Please join us for the Masquerade at #Westmoot26! The Masquerade is an opportunity for #Westmoot participants to show off their #Tolkien costume or cosplay with accompanying text and/or music. Deadline for submissions: March 30. #intothewest
We’re 3 months from #Westmoot26! #Westmoot features a range of presentations, including talks, quizzes, lectures, workshops, performances, papers, discussions, & entertainment in celebration of all things Tolkien. Visit our website to register! #intothewest
Will you be an online #Westmoot26 attendee this year? We need your help! Westmoot is seeking online Rangers (volunteers) to assist with the virtual portion of the convention. If you’re interested, please send an email to “rangers” via the form on our webpage.
#intothewest #westmoot #tolkien
The theme for #Westmoot26 is Hope/Eucatastrophe & you're invited to submit a proposal for a paper in-person or virtually! In order to be considered, you need to be registered for Westmoot 2026. The deadline to submit is March 1. #westmoot #intothewest
#Westmoot26 welcomes Tom Racine, a cartoonist & author from San Diego, as a special guest! His lifelong love of all things #Tolkien dates to reading “The Hobbit” & “Lord of the Rings” as a wee lad, & his book “Doomed to Die: An A-Z of Death in Tolkien” was published in 2025. #westmoot #intothewest
“The Hobbit,” based on the novel by J.R.R. Tolkien, and adapted for stage by Greg Banks, will be performed during #Westmoot26! Performance is free for Westmoot attendees, but spots are limited, so make your reservation today! Details on our website. #intothewest #westmoot
