East Coast Haunters Convention
2026-04-25 - 2026-04-26 | Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, 19456, United States
The East Coast Haunters Convention is TransWorld’s newest Halloween trade show event. Much like its sister convention, the Midwest Haunters Convention, this show features a pre-con bus tour, educational sessions, expo floor, party, and more. East Coast Haunters Convention is open to the public and is dedicated to all things Halloween! Welcoming home/pro haunters, actors, enthusiasts, and anyone who loves to celebrate Halloween!

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Indianapolis
2026-04-25 - 2026-04-26 | Indiana State Fairgrounds – West Pavilion, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis, IN, 46205, United States
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is a travelling oddities event. Vendors showcase wet specimens, taxidermy, animal bones, antiques, weird jewelry, unusual art, and all-around bizarre items. Local artisans and entertainers can be found at each event – no two events are the same!
Taxidermy classes are also offered at each event for an additional fee.

Crypticon Seattle
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-03 | DoubleTree Hotel Seattle, 18740 International Blvd., Seattle, WA, 98188, United States
Crypticon Seattle is an annual fan event celebrating all things creepy & supernatural. With a focus on supporting the arts and encouraging participation, some of their most popular yearly events are the film festival, writing contest, art contest, and costume contest.Their event also hosts panels, parties, and a menagerie of vendors on their show floor.
Sister events take place in Minneapolis and Kansas City, Missouri.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Boston
2026-05-02 - 2026-05-03 | San Mateo County Event Center, 2495 S. Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA, 94403, United States
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is a travelling oddities event. Vendors showcase wet specimens, taxidermy, animal bones, antiques, weird jewelry, unusual art, and all-around bizarre items. Local artisans and entertainers can be found at each event – no two events are the same!
Taxidermy classes are also offered at each event for an additional $200 fee.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Toronto
2026-05-09 - 2026-05-10 | Metro Toronto Convention Center, 255 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2W6, Canada

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Tulsa
2026-05-09 - 2026-05-10 | Tulsa Expo Square, 4145 E 21st Street, Tulsa, OK, 74114, United States

Halfway To Halloween Expo
2026-05-09 | Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor Saline Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
Dive into the ultimate celebration of all things dark, creepy, and macabre at Halfway To Halloween. Whether you’re a industry supplier, a seasoned haunt operator, a Home Haunter, or an enthusiast, Halfway To Halloween promises a wickedly good time.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - St. Louis
2026-05-16 - 2026-05-17 | America’s Center, 701 Convention Plaza Street, St. Louis, MO, 63101, United States

ScareCON
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-20 | The Heart of England Convention Centre, Meriden Road, Fillongley, Coventry, CV7 8DX, United Kingdom
Since 2007, ScareCON has been dedicated to the growing UK & European haunted attractions industry. The event features educational sessions, a trade show floor, “ScareBall” social dance, and ScareAwards.

Texas Frightmare Weekend
2026-05-22 - 2026-05-24 | Irving Convention Center, 500 W Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving, TX, 75039, United States
Texas Frightmare Weekend is presented by Arrow Video. The event takes place annually in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Texas Frightmare Weekend hosts celebrity appearances, autograph signings, screenings, exclusive parties and horror memorabilia vendors from all over the country. They also feature Texas filmmakers and rising horror talent via screenings, panel discussions, and Q&As.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Minneapolis
2026-05-23 - 2026-05-24 | Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States

Spooky Empire
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-31 | Doubletree by Hilton – SeaWorld, 10100 International Drive, Orlando, 32821, United States
Spooky Empire bills itself as the “dark side of comic con”. The convention caters to rock ‘n roll, horror, Halloween, and Tattoo enthusiasts and features a vendor floor, celebrity guests, film festival, costume contests, and more.

New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-31 | Delta Hotel Woodbridge, 515 US-1 S, Iselin, 08830, United States
The New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival showcases amazing celebrities, films, and vendors from around the horror world. The event is held twice a year and bound to be a fun fan event!

Monsterpalooza
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-31 | Pasadena Convention Center, 300 East Green Street, Pasadnea, CA, 91101, United States
Monsterpalooza celebrates the art of monster and movie magic with over 450 exhibitors, monster museum, makeup demos, celebrity guests, and more.

Cine Gear Expo Los Angeles
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-06 | Universal Studios, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 91608, United States
While not a horror event exactly, horror filmmakers can greatly benefit from attending this annual cinema trade show. With over 300+ exhibits, 30+ free seminars, and additional classes & networking opportunities, it is the perfect place to browse new equipment, learn new skills, and meet potential collaborators for your next horror project.
Have a short film, commercial, or music video? Enter the Cine Gear Film Series Competition for a chance to screen your film to industry professionals and win amazing prizes from top cinema equipment companies.

Midwest Haunters Convention
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-07 | Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Midwest Haunters Convention is a haunt industry trade show that is open to the public. The event is known for its networking opportunities, haunt tours, and party. There is a tradeshow floor with a variety of vendors – many of which offer cash & carry options – and an education program led by industry leaders. While the event is smaller than the flagship Transworld event, this is a fantastic opportunity to meet other haunters and strengthen your haunt skills.

Niagara Falls Comic Con
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-07 | Niagara Falls Convention Centre, 6815 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2G 3Y9, Canada
Founded in 2011, Niagara Falls Comic Con is Canada’s premiere celebration of all things pop culture. Guests explore over 200,000 square feet of exhibitors, vendors, artists, celebrities, memorabilia, workshops, video gaming and more, including The Falls Horror Fest and special events such as free Q&As, seminars and a cosplay contest. NFCC also features more than 50 celebrity and comic guests from a wide variety of pop culture fandoms.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Chicago
2026-06-06 - 2026-06-07 | MCormick Place, 2301 S King Dr., Chicago, IL, 60616, United States

HellmouthCon
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-14 | Torrance High School, 2200 W. Carson Street, Torrance, CA, 91501, United States
Presented by Fandom Charities, HellmouthCon is a full weekend of immersive experiences, panels, and activities celebrating the Buffyverse & Angelverse.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Pittsburgh
2026-06-13 - 2026-06-14 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Ft. Duquesne Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States

Sinister Creature Con
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21 | Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St, Sacramento, CA, 95819, United States
Sinister Creature Con celebrates the art and artists within horror culture such as makeup artists, fabricators, character designers. mask makers, & more.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Baltimore
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21 | Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD, 21201, United States

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - New Orleans
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21 | Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA, 70130, United States

Haunted America Conference
2026-06-25 - 2026-06-28 | Lewis and Clark College, 5800 Godfrey Road, Godfrey, IL, 62035, United States
The Haunted America Conference was the first established ghost conference in the United States. This event features new and returning speakers on ghosts, hauntings, the paranormal, and the unexplained — plus how-to workshops, ghost hunts, special events, haunted tours, and much more

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Austin
2026-06-27 - 2026-06-28 | Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd., Austin, TX, 78704, United States

Creep I.E. Con: Aftermath
2026-07-10 - 2026-07-12 | Ontario Convention Center, 2000 East Convention Center Way, Ontario, CA, 91764, United States
CreepIE Con celebrates all things pop culture and horror. Spend a weekend filled with celebrities, pop culture exhibitors, and experiences.

Mad Monster Party Arizona
2026-07-10 - 2026-07-12 | Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel, 9495 W. Coyotes Blvd, Glendale, AZ, 85305, United States
Mad Monster Party is a horror, sci-fi, and fantasy convention that features top genre celebrities and vendors. The event is known for its meet & greets and photo ops. The vendor floor is full of collectibles, toys, and other horror, sci-fi, and fantasy themed wares.

Darkness Con - Boise
2026-07-11 | Expo Idaho, 5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID, 83714, United States
A celebration of haunted houses, Halloween, horror, and pop culture. Immerse yourself in a world where the eerie and the fantastic collide with over 80+ hours of programming, activities, make & takes, parties, and a lively show floor.

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo - Detroit
2026-07-11 - 2026-07-12 | Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi, MI, 48374, United States

Days of the Dead Indianapolis
2026-07-17 - 2026-07-19 | Indianapolis Marriott East, 7202 E 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46219, United States
Days of the Dead is the fan convention where horror comes to play! The event’s primary goal is to create a welcoming genre convention that brings together like-minded friends and fans for a full convention experience. The event is known for its impressive celebrity guest roster and high-quality horror collectible vendors.
