The Queen's Jest: Regency at Wadsworth

Enjoy the ambiance of period-inspired music, take part in outdoor games like croquet and giant chess, enter our fashion show-style costume contest as your best Regency royalty or Drag royalty, and explore a curated Vendor Market offering unique treasures.
We are also encouraging guests to bring in non-perishable items, gently used books or clothing, to benefit the local food pantry. As a thank you for your donation, you’ll receive a bonus collectible themed gift from Bookmarked Events.
General Admission ($75 plus CT Tax) includes:

-One Admission Ticket to The Queen's Jest on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, from 1 PM to 5 PM at the Wadsworth Mansion at Long Hill (421 Wadsworth St, Middletown, CT 06457)

-Delicious teas and little bites for afternoon tea 1pm-2pm in the Mansion

-Vendor Promenade Market

-Guided Dance Lessons

-Fashion Show-Style Costume Contest - Bring out your best royalty look! (Regency or Drag) —Winner receives a free costume photoshoot in 2026 with Moon Rae Portraits

-Photo Zones

-Greet our very own Queens!

-Cash bar available all afternoon

-Entertainment & Activities throughout the venue, including croquet on the lawn, giant chess, performances to entertain the Queen, gentlefolk's lounge, themed music and more all afternoon!

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Host or Publisher Kaitrin Acuna Events, and Bookmarked Events