Steven Walker
Steven Walker joins Phantoms of the Deep as a featured guest, bringing dark-fantasy presence, character energy, and a serious dose of harbor intrigue to the weekend.
A bookish fantasy ball
Phantoms of the Deep: A Pirate Ball
This immersive fantasy event in Arkansas turns Bentonville into Hemlock Harbour, a salt-kissed world of pirates, sirens, fae, whispered bargains, and alliances that may not survive the tide.
July 24-25, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville
Bentonville, Arkansas
Immersive fantasy in the Ozarks
Bentonville becomes Hemlock Harbour.
Join us July 24-25, 2026 for a weekend of clues, character encounters, faction drama, dancing, dinner, and the kind of make-believe that is much more fun when everyone plays along.
Special appearances
Featured guests, extra magic, and memorable moments
Steven Walker and Sarah Cline join the weekend as featured guests, bringing new faces, photo-worthy moments, and a little more shimmer to the harbor.
Sarah Cline
Sarah Cline brings costume panache, an outgoing presence, and storyteller energy to Phantoms of the Deep, helping carry the weekend deeper into character and play. Eventbrite currently lists a Saturday Meet & Greet with Sarah Cline as a separately purchasable add-on moderated by HighLadyJo.
Two nights, one unfolding story
Your Weekend in Hemlock Harbour
Step Ashore in Hemlock Harbour
Meet the harbor residents, trade rumors, test your faction instincts, and find your first clues before the deeper mysteries start to surface.
The Pirate Ball Unfurls
The harbor comes alive with dinner, games, character encounters, dancing, story turns, and choices that ripple through the night.
In the press
Be Local NWA spotted the magic
Be Local NWA described Phantoms of the Deep as an immersive fantasy weekend where guests choose a faction, move through a living story, and uncover who is truly on their side.
The experience
Quests, secrets, shimmer, and a little trouble
Phantoms of the Deep is a two-night immersive fantasy experience, a bookish fantasy ball, and a fantasy ball for Ozarks guests to make their own, where you do not just attend; you step into the plot. Choose your faction, follow clues, bargain with characters, and see what the harbor reveals when you pay attention.
Quest Threads
Follow clues, collect whispers, and chase discoveries tucked throughout Hemlock Harbour.
Characters With Secrets
Meet harbor residents who may help, misdirect, test, tempt, or quietly change your path.
Factions & Loyalties
Form alliances, uncover hidden truths, and decide who deserves your loyalty when the tide turns.
Dancing
Step into an elegant pirate ball shaped by music, ocean mist, and a little mischief.
Dress the Part
Arrive as your most compelling fantasy self, from refined sea captain to fae-touched noble.
Photo Proof
All ticket tiers include access to professional event photos, so the magic does not have to vanish at midnight.
Story Sparks
Small choices, curious questions, and sharp attention can open moments other guests may never see.
Harbor Market
Browse the free public vendor market during posted marketplace hours, then lean deeper into the story if you are joining the ticketed experience.
Choose your colors
Who will you become when the harbor is watching?
Pick a side, then keep your wits about you. In Hemlock Harbour, every faction has friends, rivals, and reasons to hide the truth.
Pirates
Chase treasure, protect your crew, stir chaos, or play the long game. Reputation travels fast on the tide.
Mermaids & Sirens
Offer guidance, temptation, or a dangerous half-truth. Not every song is meant to lead sailors safely home.
Fae
Play by rules no one fully understands. Clever guests may earn favor, but bargains always have teeth.
Tickets
Choose your passage into the Deep
Prices shown include checkout fees. Eventbrite handles final pricing, availability, fees, checkout terms, and final totals before purchase.
Fabled
Your Journey Begins
$295.29
Includes a $20.29 checkout fee on a $275.00 base ticket.
Step through the harbor gates and into the magic of the ball.
- Entry to the evening ball
- Surf & Turf Dinner
- Reserved dinner seating
- All professional event photos
- Photo op with your faction cast
- One drink ticket
- Choice of add-on: Combat Training or Mystic Flow Session
Best for first-time explorers of the deep.
Get Fabled TicketsLegendary
Enter the Story Early
$455.35
Includes a $30.35 checkout fee on a $425.00 base ticket.
Begin your journey before the ball even starts.
- Includes everything in Fabled
- Exclusive Friday cocktail party
- First clue to the mystery of Hemlock Harbour
- Early entry into the ball and immersive spaces
- Enhanced photo op
Best for guests who want to form alliances early and discover secrets first.
Get Legendary TicketsMythical
Full Immersion Experience
$562.06
Includes a $37.06 checkout fee on a $525.00 base ticket.
For guests who want the deepest route through the story.
- Includes everything in Legendary
- Early entry into the marketplace
- VIP Cast Experience
- First access to tattoo appointments
Best for guests who want deeper secrets and experiences others may not see.
Get Mythical TicketsProof of magic
Real fantasy gatherings. Real bookish community.
From The Night Court Ball to Dragon Riders Weekend, Astraea Fantasy Events has already filled rooms with gowns, wings, performers, dancing, photo moments, and people who love stepping into the stories together.
Venue and travel
Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville
211 SE Walton Blvd, Bentonville, AR 72712
A hotel venue keeps the spell easy to follow: arrive, settle in, and stay close to the world of Phantoms of the Deep. Bentonville offers convenient Northwest Arkansas access for regional travelers.
Harbor Logistics
- Parking: Free self-parking is available for the event. Check attendee updates for any arrival instructions.
- Event check-in: Astraea will have a dedicated event check-in booth separate from hotel check-in. Overnight guests will still use the hotel's normal check-in process for rooms.
- Hotel rooms: A room block is available through Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville. Use the hotel booking link or contact the hotel directly with room questions.
- Airport/travel: Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville is less than 20 minutes from Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA).
- Accessibility: Contact Astraea Fantasy Events for accommodation questions.
Before you sail
Questions from the harbor
A few details may be updated as the event gets closer. Checkout and attendee emails will always have the latest purchase and arrival information.
Is this a 21+ event?
The evening ball and immersive ticketed experience are 21+. Eventbrite says daytime vendor marketplace access may be open to all ages during posted public hours.
Can we come just look and take photos?
Yes. Eventbrite says guests may visit the vendor marketplace during posted daytime vendor hours without attending the 21+ evening ball. The immersive story, dinner, and ball are for ticketed 21+ guests.
What should I wear?
Fantasy, pirate, siren, fae, and elegant ball-inspired looks are encouraged. Choose something you can comfortably wear while you dance, investigate, mingle, and generally look suspiciously enchanting.
Do I need a costume?
No costume is required, but guests are warmly encouraged to dress for the world: pirate, siren, fae, fantasy formal, or any look that helps you feel part of the story.
What is included with my ticket?
The ticket cards show current inclusions. Eventbrite will show final pricing, add-ons, and purchase terms before purchase.
Can I buy add-ons without another event ticket?
Some add-ons may be purchased separately. Eventbrite checkout will show current requirements before purchase.
Will there be costume contests?
Eventbrite says a 21+ costume contest is planned during the evening ball, with rules, categories, and times to be shared closer to the event.
Will there be other activities?
Yes. Current add-ons are listed in the ticket section, and Eventbrite will show final options before purchase.
Do you offer payment plans?
Eventbrite says payment plans may be available for select ticket tiers by request. Contact Astraea Fantasy Events with payment-plan questions before purchasing.
Are tickets refundable?
Current event terms list tickets as nonrefundable. Review the final policy shown at checkout before purchase.
Can I transfer my ticket?
Ticket transfers are handled through Eventbrite when available. If you need help with a ticket already purchased, contact Astraea Fantasy Events with your order details.
Will there be food or drinks?
Current ticket details list a Surf & Turf Dinner with Phantoms Ball Only, Fabled, and higher tiers. Fabled includes one drink ticket, and Friday Only lists light appetizers with a cash bar.
How do I book a hotel room?
A room block is available through Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville. Use the hotel booking link or contact the hotel directly with room questions.
Where do I check in for the event?
Astraea will have a dedicated event check-in booth separate from hotel check-in. If you are staying overnight, hotel room check-in is handled through the hotel's normal front desk process.
Where is the event located?
Four Points by Sheraton Bentonville, 211 Southeast Walton Boulevard, Bentonville, AR 72712.
What happens if I can only attend one day?
Friday Only and Phantoms Ball Only options may be available for guests who can only join part of the weekend. Review checkout for current availability and final totals.
Is photography or video allowed?
Professional event photos are included with ticket tiers. Personal photos are welcome unless a performer, cast member, or posted event notice asks otherwise.
Before you buy
Harbor rules and helpful details
Please review the current event guidance before purchasing. Checkout terms and direct attendee communications take precedence if anything changes.
Refund policy
Current event terms list tickets as nonrefundable. Review the policy shown at checkout before purchase.
Ticket transfer policy
Transfers are managed through Eventbrite when available. For questions about an existing order, contact Astraea Fantasy Events with your order details.
Age requirement
The evening ball and immersive ticketed experience are 21+. Eventbrite says daytime vendor marketplace access may be open to all ages during posted public hours.
Photography/video notice
Professional photography may take place throughout the event. By attending, guests should expect to appear in event atmosphere photos or video.
Code of conduct
Guests are expected to treat other attendees, cast, vendors, staff, and venue teams with respect. Harassment, unsafe behavior, or disruption may result in removal from the event.
Accessibility/accommodation contact
Email astraeafantasyevents@gmail.com or reach out through Astraea's social media with accommodation questions so the team can help you plan your visit.
The tide is calling
Ready to follow the tide?
Join Astraea Fantasy Events for a weekend of fantasy, mystery, music, costumes, dinner, dancing, and pirate-ball magic.