Las Vegas is soon to become home to HallowScreamCon, the world’s first global entertainment convention inspired by the spirit of the greatest holiday there is, Halloween.
Taking place from October 1–4, 2026, HallowScreamCon attendees can enjoy four days of celebrating film, television, music, gaming, comics, art, animation, live attractions, paranormal adventures, and immersive experiences, uniting creative industries and pop culture all through a Halloween lens.
Per an official press release, event highlights include:
- Major Film, TV, Music, and Gaming Activations
Fans will experience world-exclusive previews, celebrity panels, live performances, and major brand activations featuring global entertainment giants. - Global Artist Pavilion
International artists, animators, authors, and comic creators will showcase and sell original works, giving fans unique access to some of the most imaginative minds in the business. - ScreamLabs: Pitch Fest
Set inside a fully immersive Frankenstein’s Laboratory, aspiring creators will pitch original projects to industry executives and scouts — with select ideas being greenlit for development live at the event. - The Paranormal Zone
A chilling journey through ghost stories, urban legends, and real-life paranormal investigations, led by renowned experts and adventurers. - SFX Makeup Stage
The SFX Makeup Stage is a must-see, featuring world-renowned Masters of Makeup recreating their most unforgettable film looks — from the dazzling to the downright chilling. - The Black Cat Walk
An electrifying runway show and competition for costume and cosplay designers, judged by top names from film, fashion, and entertainment. - World-Class Live Entertainment
Expect daily stunt shows, scare actor performances, musical acts, and spectacular main stage events lighting up the convention. - HallowScream SINema
Nightly open-air screenings of cult classics, indie horror gems, and world-premiere horror films under the stars. - The HallowScream Ball
A spellbinding night of music, magic, and masked revelry — where live bands, DJs, and performers will create an unforgettable atmosphere. - Little Screamers’ Sunday
A family-friendly Halloween wonderland filled with games, activities, and costumed characters for younger fans. - Vast Vendor and Immersive Installations
Hundreds of vendors, pop-up shops, tech showcases, and art installations will create an interactive shopping and discovery experience unlike any other.
HallowScreamCon is devised and organised by award-winning global agency Screen Masters International. CEO Kelly-Marie Warnell had this to say of the upcoming con:
“We envisioned HallowScreamCon as more than just a convention — it’s a global celebration of imagination […] It's where creators, dreamers, fans, and industry leaders come together in the spirit of Halloween to celebrate the limitless power of storytelling, innovation, and entertainment. Las Vegas provides the perfect stage for this groundbreaking experience, and we cannot wait to welcome the world in 2026.”
Las Vegas horror fans are truly feasting this year, with the year-round immersive park Universal Horror Unleashed also set to open on August 14.
