Coldwood's Opening of the Inne

Hosted by Shire of Coldwood - Peru , NY

Event date: June 19th, 2026 - June 21st, 2026

Event Last Modified: February 7th, 2026

Event details

Coldwood welcomes friends to the 38th Opening of the Inne.  Fire, Fighting, Fencing, Flinging (Thrown Weapons!), Feasting and Frivolity!  This year we celebrate the 50th anniversary in the Society of two of our founders, Stephen and Ellen Grandchamp!  Visit the Great Camps Friday evening, Feast with us in the Inne Saturday and enjoy the hospitality of the Empty Challis, an alcohol -free coffee house and respite throughout the weekend, courtesy of Baron Wulfstan .  A Day Board will also be offered there on Saturday, open to all.  Lady Franquite reminds guests that the site opens at 2pm,Friday...Those arriving prior should report directly to her for your site prep assignments!  The site is pet friendly for well-behaved animals , on leash and in your private camps.  No animals in the Inne and common buildings., please.  The main site field is reserved for period tents and encampments.  If you have a modern tent, let the gate staff know and they will help you find a nice spot.  Fires in pre-built fire rings or small above ground fire dishes only, dependent upon current NY fire regulations at the time of the event.  Please move your vehicles to parking as soon as you unload.  Classes and other events to be listed soon.  Merchants are welcome and there is no merchant fee, as always.  Sitting Royalty are always free to attend without cost.

Site Opens: 2pm
Site Closes: 4pm

Event Location

The Estates of Stephen and Ellen Grandchamp
123 Mitchell Rd
Peru , NY  12972
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Registration Fees

Registration:
There is no gate or camping fee for attendance.  Donations are welcome.

Feast:
Adults:  $25.  Children 9-17,$10.  9 and under free.  Family feast cost capped at 2 adults and 2 children:  $70 There is no deadline for feast seating , but it limited to 125 persons.

Make Checks Payable to: SCA Shire of Coldwood, New York, Inc.

Contact Information

Event Steward:

Brianna Murphy, AKA Ldy Franquite Du Grandchamp, 123 Mitchell Rd.  Peru NY, 12972 Email:  briannamuphy1991@g-mail .com (Yes, "Murphy " is spelled "Muphy" in the address!) Tel:  518-335-7227

Send Reservations to:

Brianna Murphy ,12 Mitchell Rd, Peru NY, 12972