Welcome to the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre & Tournament of Chivalry – February 8, 2025
Join us for the St Valentine’s Day Massacre at the Kalamazoo Expo Center on February 8, 2025. Bring your best fights forward to showcase your abilities to the Chivalry of the Middle Kingdom!
Site Information
The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre is held in the Canton of Three Hills within the Barony of Andelcrag in the Middle Kingdom. The event is held at the Kalamazoo County Expo Center.
Kalamazoo County Expo Center
2900 Lake St, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Please note:
- There is NO LOADING OR UNLOADING permitted through the glass doors. Please sign in at gate before unloading through one of the doors located on the sides of each hall.
- Site is DRY.
- Service animals ONLY.
- The concession stand will be open. Personal food is permitted; however, large spreads or tables of food are NOT permitted. Vigil Coordinators should contact the Event Coordinator for exceptions.
- There are 2 ATMS on site – One near the Merchant Liaison in the front across from the concession stand, and 1 in the seating area near the A&S Hall (Room A)
Rapier and Armored fighters: at St Valentines Massacre & ToC on 2/8/25, to limit touchpoints for the spreading of viruses and germs – we will not be providing 5 gallon coolers of water or Gatorade in either fight hall. We encourage everyone to bring your own personal hydration choices. The concession stand sells beverages at a reasonable price, if needed.
Large indoor events in the winter definitely carry an increased danger of sharing/spreading the current flavor of viruses and illnesses. There is no shame in staying away if you are not feeling well or worried about your future health.
Wash your hands frequently and wear a mask if you prefer.
Site Fees
- Adult Day Registration (18+): $25
- Adult Day Member Discount Registration (18+): $15
- Child Day Registration (6-17): $5
- Youth Day Registration (0-5): Free
- Family Cap Pricing
- Family Cap: $55
- Family Cap (Member Discount): $45
Please note that, due to the unpredictability of Michigan weather, pre-registration is not offered for general admission to this event.
Schedule Information
Our EVENT STAFF is working hard to prepare an event filled with fun for everyone!
Click here to see the Meeting Room & Activity Schedules
Below is a very general schedule for the day. click the linked items or reference the schedule link above for additional information.
- 9am – Site Opens
- 10am – Morning Court
- Tournament of Chivalry – Armored Combat Hall Schedule and Class Descriptions
- Rapier and Cut & Thrust Schedule and Class Descriptions
- Youth Combat Schedule and Descriptions
- Queens Prize Tournament
- Music & Dance
- A&S Hall Schedule and Class Descriptions
- Merchants
- 5pm – Evening Court – Room A
- Dancing & Desert Revel to follow evening court
- 9pm – Site Closes at 9pm
We are pleased to once again host the WMU Special Collections and Rare Books Department in the A&S Hall!
Volunteer Opportunities
- Retain for King Kilian and Queen Jalida
- Retain for Prince Wigthegn and Princess Neassa
- Calling all A&S teachers: If you are willing to teach an A&S class at the event, please click HERE to sign up.
Hotel Information
A hotel block has been secured at the Four Points by Sheraton! Click the LINK to make your reservation!
Four Points by Sheraton Kalamazoo
3600 Old Cork St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
269-385-3922
Additional local hotels in the area are listed below:
AVID (IHG) –
3717 East Cork St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
269-488-7073
Clarion Inn
3640 East Cork Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
269-220-3646
Baymont by Wyndham Kalamazoo East
3800 East Cork St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
269-344-8300
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Kalamazoo
3303 Retail Place Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
269-557-0007
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kalamazoo
3630 East Cork St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
269-3730770
Candlewood Suites Kalamazoo
3443 Retail Place Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
269-270-3203
Disclaimers and Notices
Although the SCA complies with all applicable laws to try to ensure the health and safety of our event participants, we cannot eliminate the risk of exposure to infectious diseases during in-person events. By participating in the in-person events of the SCA, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks. You agree to take any additional steps to protect your own health and safety and those under your control as you believe to be necessary.
The SCA’s Anti-Bullying Policy can be found here.