Columbus Witches' Ball

02/10/2026

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10/28/2025

Tickets can not be resold. You must have ID and receipt to get your WILL-CALL entry bracelet at the door. NO tickets are mailed or sent. YOUR RECEIPT is your TICKET!

10/23/2025

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10/21/2025

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2025 Witches Ball at Ohio Brewing Company Nov. 1st 2025 Featuring author H. Byron Ballard as guest lecturer. Vending, dancing, ritual and more! You will not be sent tickets you must use your receipt as a will call ticket at the door.

10/12/2025

Witches' Ball 2025 Update
Lecture Series Information:
Byron Ballard's workshop:
A Great and Subtle Weaving--Animism as a Political and Economic Force
So much of the interconnected global economy is dominated by capitalism and the domination language found in Genesis that is foundational to these global movements. This workshop proposes a return to animism and the incorporation of this ancient notion into the political arena as well as the economic one. How would this change these systems in the face of global climate transition? Is it even possible?
H. Byron Ballard, BA, MFA, is a native of Western NC. She is a writer, amateur folklorist with a specialty in Appalachian folk magic & healing. She tours extensively in the US & Great Britain. Her books include four on mountain folk magic. The first was Staubs and Ditchwater, and the most recent (2025) is A Feral Church. She lives in Asheville.
Jan Avende will be lecturing on "Building Relationships with the Not-Gods"
We often talk about our patron relationships with various gods and goddesses. But what about all the other weird and wonderful spirits that we share space with? In this workshop we'll talk about who those spirits are, ways to meet them and work with them in a devotional context and have an open discussion about the current ways individual participants experience them.
Rev. Jan Avende (they/them) is an Initiate and Priest of Ár nDraíocht Féin, currently serving as the ArchDruid. Locally, they serve the Central Ohio pagan community out of Three Cranes Grove, ADF and work professionally as a hospital and prison chaplain. They are a talented Bard, Liturgist, and Spirit-worker, with a passion for mentoring others, building resources for pagan families, and making the work that we do as pagans accessible for all. You can see more of their writing at hellenicdruid.com and support their work at patreon.com/skylark913.

10/12/2025

Witches Ball 2025 FAQ
Date: Nov 1st 2025
Location: Ohio Brewing Company: 421 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201
Where do I park?
The Ohio Brewing Company has parking.
Does it cost?
Yes there are two types of tickets. All day for lectures and ball and ball only.
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Event Hours:
Lecture Hours 1pm - 5pm
We will feature national, regional and local presenters as part of our lecture track. Vendors will also be open during these hours.
Dinner Break - 5pm-7pm
A time to get the DJ set-up and give the vendors a break. Grab some food or a drink at the bar and get ready for the ball.
Ball Hours 7pm - 11pm
Part ritual, part costume party, park dance party with vendors, readers and energy workers! A great way to unwind, to connect with others, and to simply be who you are for a night, the Ball offers a professional DJ and space to enjoy yourself and mingle with others. Are you already starting your holiday shopping? Are you seeking a connection with someone to help you navigate choices in your life? Are you just looking for something to wear on a night as fine as this? We have you covered. We welcome a number of vendors to our shared space.
What do I wear?
Almost anything you want. There will be a costume contest, so many will be in costume. Others will be in witchy attire or formal wear; I mean it is a ball after all. Beyond that some will be in ritual wear or just simple everyday wear. I would remind everyone it is November and if you want to wear that sexy witchy outfit you may wish to bring a shawl, cloak or cape in case it gets chilly.
What do you do at the ball?
We do a little of everything. Since it is around Samhain we do have a ritual. We have a DJ and dance, we catch up with old friends and meet new ones, we also have some cool vendors to shop and readers should you wish to have your cards read.
Is there a bar?
Yes we will have a cash bar for those who wish to drink.
Where can I stay?
Out of town guests have many options for hotels in the area. Here are a couple
https://www.arenadistrict.com/lis.../hyatt-regency-columbus/
https://www.graduatehotels.com/columbus/
https://www.hilton.com/.../cmhhshx-hampton-suites.../

10/05/2025

UPDATE on Witches Ball 2025

Tickets are selling fast not many all day passes left. If you want to see the lectures you need to get the tickets soon.

If you have already purchased tickets your receipt is your will call ticket. We will have a master list of everyone who bought tickets. We will email you a reminder about a week before the event.

If you are a vendor, I will also be emailing you details about a week before the event.

I need 10 volunteers for the day. 5 for an early shift and 5 for late shift. To volunteer, email me at [email protected] subject Witches' Ball Volunteer. DO NOT REPLY here or via message ONLY EMAIL!

2025 Witches Ball at Ohio Brewing Company Nov. 1st 2025 Featuring author H. Byron Ballard as guest lecturer. Vending, dancing, ritual and more! You will not be sent tickets you must use your receipt as a will call ticket at the door.

01/12/2025