StaarCon 6 Virtual is hosted this year on StaarCast.com for a three-day celebration of tarot, divination, and esoteric arts from October 2–4, 2026. The schedule is still being announced, with more sessions to come — but what’s already confirmed promises something for enthusiasts of every level, from curious newcomers to seasoned professionals.
Friday, October 2
The conference kicks off Friday afternoon with a full slate of programming before the festive Opening Ceremony.
The Gates Speak: Human Design & Tarot as a Unified Divination Dr. Alyassia “Asia” Taylor · 3:15 PM EDT In this workshop, Dr. Taylor introduces a fresh approach to the Human Design bodygraph by pairing each of the 64 Gates with corresponding Tarot archetypes. Attendees will explore how these two systems illuminate one another — deepening intuitive readings, expanding ritual practice, and opening new pathways for self-inquiry. Perfect for tarot practitioners, Human Design enthusiasts, or anyone curious about integrating multiple divinatory traditions.
Playing with a Full Deck: What 78 Cards Can Teach Us About Everything Headliner Christiana Gaudet · 4:30 PM EDT Christiana Gaudet invites attendees of all experience levels — from curious seekers to professional readers — to rediscover the joy and wonder in tarot through hands-on card exercises. This 90-minute session is designed to delight your inner child and engage your inner spiritual explorer. Bring a tarot deck and an open mind.
StaarCon 6 Opening Ceremony Christiana Gaudet & Christine Leiser · 7:30 PM EDT The official welcome to StaarCon 6, co-hosted by Christiana Gaudet and Christine Leiser. Full program details will be announced soon.
Saturday, October 3
Saturday is a full day of workshop programming, with more sessions still to be announced. Here’s what’s confirmed so far.
Numerology: Discover the Who, How & Why of Your Birth Date & Name Mitchell Osborn · 10:15 AM EDT Mitchell Osborn leads an engaging exploration of three core numerological numbers — the Life Path, Expression, and Soul Urge — and how together they reveal your unique nature, potential, and motivations. The session also covers personal and universal years and months, as well as practical applications for everyday life.
A Tarot Journey into Oz Brenda Elizabeth · 11:30 AM EDT Step beyond the rainbow in this immersive workshop that blends classic fairy tale storytelling with traditional tarot wisdom. Brenda Elizabeth guides participants through the world of Oz using the cards as a lens for insight and imagination. Bring your favorite deck and get ready for an enchanting experience.
Karen Winkel – The Big 3: Sun, Moon & Rising Karen Winkel · 2:00 PM EDT Most people know their sun sign, but there’s so much more to a birth chart. Karen Winkel explores the “Big 3” of astrology — Sun, Moon, and Rising signs — examining how these placements shape personality, drive, and emotional life, and how they interact to make each person uniquely themselves. Attendees are encouraged to bring a copy of their natal chart.
Confessions of a Tarot Reader Bex · 3:15 PM EDT After conversations with over 70 fellow tarot readers, Bex is ready to share what was learned. This candid session explores the quiet assumptions readers make about each other’s practices, the opportunities and challenges of social media and AI in the tarot world, insights from the intersection of tarot and clinical therapy, and an honest look at where the tarot community is heading next.
Pamela Chen – Presentation TBA Headliner Pamela Chen · 4:30 PM EDT A 90-minute session from Pamela Chen — full details coming soon.
Bardic Circle at StaarCon 6 with Christine Leiser Christine Leiser · 7:30 PM EDT An open-mic-style evening gathering where all forms of creativity are welcome — music, storytelling, spoken word, skits, games, dance, or whatever magic you feel like bringing. You can perform or simply relax and enjoy. Cozy, welcoming, and pressure-free: just good people and good magic.
Sunday, October 4
Sunday is another full day, with additional sessions still being announced. Here’s what’s on the books so far.
From Words to Runic Wisdom: Building Divinatory Meaning from the Ground Up Aerik Arkadian · 10:15 AM EDT This hands-on workshop traces the Elder Futhark runes from written symbols to divinatory tools. Aerik Arkadian guides participants through the cultural and linguistic roots of the rune poems, then invites small-group collaboration to develop modernized, intuitive meanings for each rune. The emphasis is on understanding how meaning is formed — not just memorizing what it is.
Introduction to Lenormand Michelle Barrie · 2:00 PM EDT The Petit Lenormand is a 36-card European fortune-telling deck that’s been growing in popularity across the United States. Michelle Barrie offers a welcoming introduction to the deck and its secrets — ideal for tarot readers curious about expanding their cartomantic vocabulary.
Karen Rontowski – Presentation TBA Headliner Karen Rontowski · 4:30 PM EDT A 90-minute feature presentation from Karen Rontowski. Description coming soon.
StaarCon 6 Closing Ceremony Christiana Gaudet · 7:30 PM EDT Christiana, Aerik, and others close out another StaarCon live conference — and remind attendees that the community and content continue year-round at StaarCast.com.
Join the Fun
This year, StaarCon 6 Virtual will be hosted on StaarCast.com, the online home of the Southeastern Tarot Artists and Readers community. Visit the StaarCon 6 Virtual room to see the full schedule. Membership options will be available soon.
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