Pennsic 53 News – Page 2

Pennsic Registration Traffic Flow

This post is long but contains all of the general procedures for attendees arriving for the first time at Pennsic 53. Please read the following in its entirety and note that as this is a new procedure for Pennsic starting this year, it is subject to change. When in doubt,…

Pennsic 53 General & Armored Combat Conventions

MARSHALLING CONVENTIONS FOR PENNSIC 53 I. GENERAL RULES PERTAINING TO ALL MARTIAL DISCIPLINESThe Principal Marshals for Pennsic 53 are; Sir Ardan Scot, Aethelmearc (Marshal in Charge), Sir Samson,East, and Sir Marcus Pinarius Draconarius, Middle Any on-site changes to these rules for safety reasons will be at their sole discretion, though…

Rapier

Rapier Inspection Point: Hours, Stickers, and Volunteer Information Greetings from your friendly local Rapier Minister of the List (MOL)! My job is to get all of our authorized fencers onto the tournament and melee fields with efficiency and clear communication, but also adhering to the rules set out to us…

New Watch Telephone Number

Greetings! There is a new telephone number to reach the Watch starting with Pennsic 53. The new number is: (540) 428-9630. This number is also linked in the tag line just below the banner on the Pennsic website. Remember, the Watch number is not an emergency number. All emergency calls…

Pennsic University Class Registration Deadline

CLASS REGISTRATION DEADLINE Greetings from your friends at Pennsic University! The date for the book pull is quickly approaching! Please, if you are planning to teach at Pennsic go into Thing 2 and register your class by May 25. If you want your class to be in the printed Pennsic…

Further Information Regarding the Mayor’s Music Program

It has come to our attention that there may be some confusion regarding the Pennsic 53 Music Program, and we would like to take a moment to help clarify a few details. Time Blocks: We’re planning to schedule musical acts from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon) and again starting…

Word from the music team…..

Mayor’s Office, March 2026 Words from the volunteer staff for the Pennsic 53, The Mayor’s Concert Series. On behalf of the Mayor (Baron Oscar) we have been asked to assist in keeping the groove going! Initially that entails soliciting and booking for The Mayor’s Concert Series at Pennsic 53. For…

What do I hear?

Mayor’s Office, March 2026 The snows are retreating (yeah I know, never trust April) and the temperatures are rising. If you close your eyes you can already smell the campfires and the cooking and hear….. Well what do you hear? My first SCA event was Pennsic 35. I knew nothing,…

Battlefield Driving Passes

Vehicles are only allowed on the battlefield with a battlefield driving pass issued by battlefield staff. To request a pass, contact the Battlefield Coordinator:battlefield@pennsicwar.org What driving passes are for Driving passes are typically used for short, necessary access such as: How passes work Passes are issued for limited time windows…

Martial Activities

Seeking Dedicated Volunteers We are looking for dedicated adult volunteers for Martial Activities. No long-term commitment required! These are folks who may not have time for a full Pennsic staff position, but who want to: If that sounds like you? Please email:dmmartial@pennsicwar.org This Martial Activities volunteer list is for folks…