The Steampunk Explorer

Sailing the Seas at Clockwork Alchemy

Music, art, cosplay, and more at the San Francisco-area steampunk gathering

Staff Report | Apr 25, 2024

“Aetheric Ocean” was the theme as Clockwork Alchemy, the SF Bay Area steampunk convention, returned to the San Mateo Marriott. The nautical theme was reflected throughout the convention, in costumes, panels, art projects, and more.

Art & Fashion at Clockwork Alchemy ’24

Creativity unleashed at the San Francisco area steampunk convention

Staff Report | Apr 25, 2024

Steampunk, in large measure, is a community of artists, whether that takes the form of costumes, props, gadgets, or 2D wall art. All those forms were on display at Clockwork Alchemy.

Steampunk Digest - April 26, 2024

Weekly news roundup

Staff Report | Apr 26, 2024

Scenes from Clockwork Alchemy; Frenchy and the Punk release single and music video; End of an era for Lee Presson and The Nails; Shakespeare meets Lovecraft in new interactive adventure; Weekend preview.

Weekend Calendar: Clockwork Alchemy, Tell-Tale Steampunk Fest, and More

Staff Report | Apr 16, 2024

Whether they’re in the East or West, U.S. steampunk fans will have plenty to do this weekend as steampunk conventions are happening on both coasts along with a meetup in Boston and two festivals in upstate New York.

Entertainment

Streaming Guide – April 2024

Staff Report | Apr 3, 2024

It’s an excellent month for Star Trek fans as the final season of Star Trek: Discovery premieres on Paramount+. Other notable arrivals include Hellboy, Dead Boy Detectives, Black Sails, and a National Geographic documentary about octopuses.

Events

From Baltimore to SF, a Jam-Packed Month for U.S. Steampunk Fans

Staff Report | Apr 3, 2024

The next month will be a busy one for steampunk fans in the U.S., with multiple events over each of the first three weekends of April. The calendar includes happenings in Galveston, Chicago, Baltimore, the San Francisco area, and points in between.

Parody

Exclusive: Major League Tea Dueling to Begin Play in 24 Cities

Staff Report | Apr 1, 2024

The most popular pastime in steampunk is going professional, as we can exclusively report the launch of Major League Tea Dueling. Teams will play under the watchful eyes of commissioners Madame Askew and The Grand Arbiter.

Events

Eventbrite Refutes Mach’s Claims About WWF Payouts, Hints at Possible ‘Actions’

By Stephen Beale | Mar 14, 2024

Controversial event producer Jeff Mach blamed Eventbrite for payment issues at the Wicked World’s Fair in Pennsylvania. The ticketing company appeared to push back in a statement provided to The Steampunk Explorer.