Tolkien Day

Hobbit Party

Celebrate all things Hobbit with fun activities all day. Some events require registration. See the full list of events here!

All Day Activities, No Registration Required

Shire Photo Booth: Capture your essence as you explore the Shire. Bring yourself or your fellowship to take a photo in our Lord of the Rings portrait set. No reservation required, a photographer will be available.

Hobbit Door Crafts

Scavenger Hunt

Hobbit Dance - Square Dance in the Shire

10 a.m.-noon Registration begins Saturday, Dec. 20

For adults

A Hobbit Party-themed dance! Join RVA Square Dance for a simple square dance tutorial, then frolic to Hobbit tunes in true Shire style. Party frocks and fancy hats encouraged but not required.

Second Breakfast Club for Teens

10 a.m.-noon

For teens ages 12-18

Calling all Hobbits! We're second breakfasting and playing "The Lord of the Rings"-inspired tabletop games together. Cosplay encouraged. Registration is not required, but space is limited to 12 intrepid heroes.

Dungeons & Dragons Hobbit Campaign for Teens

1-2:30 p.m.

For teens ages 12-18

Explore the realms of Middle Earth with our resident Dungeon Master! Quest to the Misty Mountains or battle strange foes in this "The Lord of the Rings"-inspired D&D campaign. Registration is not required, but space is limited to 12 intrepid heroes.

Adult Tolkien Story Time

1-2:30 p.m. Registration begins Saturday, Dec. 20

For adults

Pull up a chair, pour a cup of tea, and join other grownups for Readings and Riddles from Tolkien's writings, followed by a Hobbit door craft time.

Middle-Earth Costume Contest

3-4:30 p.m.

For all ages

Come as your favorite hobbit, dwarf, elf, human, wraith or wizard! There will be prizes for the top three costumes. No registration required.

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