Monsterpalooza
Celebrate the Art of Monsters and Movie Magic with MONSTERPALOOZA as it STOMPS into all 100,000 sq. ft. of The Pasadena Convention Center!
After a successful trial run in 2008, MONSTERPALOOZA made its West Coast debut in 2009 and has since become internationally known as the place to be for fans and professionals of film, makeup, special effects, collectible toys, art and monsters!
Meet the award winning masterminds behind some of the greatest creatures ever created for feature films, television and the haunt industry as you get lost in the over 450 exhibitors selling one of a kind creations, LIVE makeup demonstrations and more only found at Monsterpalooza!
Enter the famous Monsterpalooza Museum featuring full sized creatures, hyper-realistic sculptures, screen used props and animatronics from your favorite films as well as debuts of new creations from the world’s best Special Effects Studios all in an atmospheric setting!
Each Monsterpalooza event features dozens of special celebrity guests from the world of Horror, Science Fiction, and Fantasy. Past guests have included actors from film franchises such as Alien, Fright Night, An American Werewolf in London, Godzilla, Ed Wood, Night of the Living Dead, Superman, A Nightmare on Elm Street and MANY MORE!
Every year in the Monsterpalooza Theatre, unique panels and presentations are featured all weekend long spotlighting fan favorite films from the past and future featuring the stars, directors, and artists responsible for bringing your worst nightmares to life on the silver screen and beyond!
Monsterpalooza is a fan friendly event that introduces attendees every year to new eye popping exhibits, creators and innovators, products, art and collectibles – You never know who you will bump into on the show floor!
Monsterpalooza
Celebrate the Art of Monsters and Movie Magic with MONSTERPALOOZA as it STOMPS into all 100,000 sq. ft. of The Pasadena Convention Center!
After a successful trial run in 2008, MONSTERPALOOZA made its West Coast debut in 2009 and has since become internationally known as the place to be for fans and professionals of film, makeup, special effects, collectible toys, art and monsters!
Meet the award winning masterminds behind some of the greatest creatures ever created for feature films, television and the haunt industry as you get lost in the over 450 exhibitors selling one of a kind creations, LIVE makeup demonstrations and more only found at Monsterpalooza!
Enter the famous Monsterpalooza Museum featuring full sized creatures, hyper-realistic sculptures, screen used props and animatronics from your favorite films as well as debuts of new creations from the world’s best Special Effects Studios all in an atmospheric setting!
Each Monsterpalooza event features dozens of special celebrity guests from the world of Horror, Science Fiction, and Fantasy. Past guests have included actors from film franchises such as Alien, Fright Night, An American Werewolf in London, Godzilla, Ed Wood, Night of the Living Dead, Superman, A Nightmare on Elm Street and MANY MORE!
Every year in the Monsterpalooza Theatre, unique panels and presentations are featured all weekend long spotlighting fan favorite films from the past and future featuring the stars, directors, and artists responsible for bringing your worst nightmares to life on the silver screen and beyond!
Monsterpalooza is a fan friendly event that introduces attendees every year to new eye popping exhibits, creators and innovators, products, art and collectibles – You never know who you will bump into on the show floor!
Monsterpalooza
Celebrate the Art of Monsters and Movie Magic with MONSTERPALOOZA as it STOMPS into all 100,000 sq. ft. of The Pasadena Convention Center!
After a successful trial run in 2008, MONSTERPALOOZA made its West Coast debut in 2009 and has since become internationally known as the place to be for fans and professionals of film, makeup, special effects, collectible toys, art and monsters!
Meet the award winning masterminds behind some of the greatest creatures ever created for feature films, television and the haunt industry as you get lost in the over 450 exhibitors selling one of a kind creations, LIVE makeup demonstrations and more only found at Monsterpalooza!
Enter the famous Monsterpalooza Museum featuring full sized creatures, hyper-realistic sculptures, screen used props and animatronics from your favorite films as well as debuts of new creations from the world’s best Special Effects Studios all in an atmospheric setting!
Each Monsterpalooza event features dozens of special celebrity guests from the world of Horror, Science Fiction, and Fantasy. Past guests have included actors from film franchises such as Alien, Fright Night, An American Werewolf in London, Godzilla, Ed Wood, Night of the Living Dead, Superman, A Nightmare on Elm Street and MANY MORE!
Every year in the Monsterpalooza Theatre, unique panels and presentations are featured all weekend long spotlighting fan favorite films from the past and future featuring the stars, directors, and artists responsible for bringing your worst nightmares to life on the silver screen and beyond!
Monsterpalooza is a fan friendly event that introduces attendees every year to new eye popping exhibits, creators and innovators, products, art and collectibles – You never know who you will bump into on the show floor!
Sinister Creature Con
Quakes ripple around the known universe as a new convention beast breaches through the Earth’s surface.
THE SINISTER CREATURE CON announces its presence from the primal depths of our humanity with volcanic might and jubilant fanfare.
Located in Northern California, THE SINISTER CREATURE CON’s expansive tentacles ensnare a massive array of horror genre craftsmen and craftswomen that give monsters and the genre its tangible essence, such as painters, filmmakers, sculptors, tattoo artists, comic book artists, graphic designers, practical fx companies, actors, writers, haunted attraction engineers, and much more.
So come one and come all to the belly of this new convention beast and learn how your fears are imagined so you may celebrate in the conquering of them.
Sinister Creature Con
Quakes ripple around the known universe as a new convention beast breaches through the Earth’s surface.
THE SINISTER CREATURE CON announces its presence from the primal depths of our humanity with volcanic might and jubilant fanfare.
Located in Northern California, THE SINISTER CREATURE CON’s expansive tentacles ensnare a massive array of horror genre craftsmen and craftswomen that give monsters and the genre its tangible essence, such as painters, filmmakers, sculptors, tattoo artists, comic book artists, graphic designers, practical fx companies, actors, writers, haunted attraction engineers, and much more.
So come one and come all to the belly of this new convention beast and learn how your fears are imagined so you may celebrate in the conquering of them.
Hauntmare Expo
Hauntmare Expo is the premier Halloween and horror convention in the region. Our convention is dedicated to all things spooky and scary, and we offer a wide range of exhibits, panels, and activities that will delight horror fans of all ages. From celebrity guests to haunted attractions, there's something for everyone at Hauntmare Expo!
Hauntmare Expo
Hauntmare Expo is the premier Halloween and horror convention in the region. Our convention is dedicated to all things spooky and scary, and we offer a wide range of exhibits, panels, and activities that will delight horror fans of all ages. From celebrity guests to haunted attractions, there's something for everyone at Hauntmare Expo!
Midsummer Scream
All the chills and thrills of October over one summer weekend!
Shop from 350 spooky vendors; see previews of upcoming Halloween events and attractions; panels, presentations, and performances from leading horror performers and entertainment companies; and explore over a dozen haunted attractions in the massive Hall of Shadows.
Horrorcon LA
HorrorCon™ Los Angeles is a modern twist on the classic horror genre event.
Our mission is to honor and pay homage to the great American tradition of the eerie world of horror. HorrorCon™ LA is the authentic yearly horror entertainment con with two days of discovering and celebrating all things terror and unimaginable evil in its purest form.
While HorrorCon™ LA is NOT a haunted attraction with scare actors, it is a convention presenting fun entertainment and horror and sci-fi themed exhibits for adults and kids alike. The horror community is brought together from across the country to explore exhibitors with thousands of their fellow horror lovers at the Los Angeles Convention Center. All under one roof in 100,000 square feet for one epic weekend once a year. HorrorCon™ LA presents a curated selection of exhibitors, artisans, artists and exhibits inspired by the world of horror, sci-fi, terror, evil, fright, fear and goth along with the worshipped holiday that's an ode to it all; Halloween.
Our goal is for you to be taken physically and emotionally out of reality to escape into the world of horror cinema entertainment, for a once in a lifetime chance to meet all your favorite actors and actresses portraying the evil villains, the unfortunate victims, the heroes, the heroines, and the scream queens in some of the last 50 years most iconic slashers, cult classics as well as from more recent motion picture releases.
This is a rare opportunity to purchase signed 8x10's, selfies, photo ops and get collectible merchandise signed by the celebrities. The weekend delivers unforgettable experiences, memorable moments and welcomes the most passionate horror pop culture fans.
Horrorcon LA
HorrorCon™ Los Angeles is a modern twist on the classic horror genre event.
Our mission is to honor and pay homage to the great American tradition of the eerie world of horror. HorrorCon™ LA is the authentic yearly horror entertainment con with two days of discovering and celebrating all things terror and unimaginable evil in its purest form.
While HorrorCon™ LA is NOT a haunted attraction with scare actors, it is a convention presenting fun entertainment and horror and sci-fi themed exhibits for adults and kids alike. The horror community is brought together from across the country to explore exhibitors with thousands of their fellow horror lovers at the Los Angeles Convention Center. All under one roof in 100,000 square feet for one epic weekend once a year. HorrorCon™ LA presents a curated selection of exhibitors, artisans, artists and exhibits inspired by the world of horror, sci-fi, terror, evil, fright, fear and goth along with the worshipped holiday that's an ode to it all; Halloween.
Our goal is for you to be taken physically and emotionally out of reality to escape into the world of horror cinema entertainment, for a once in a lifetime chance to meet all your favorite actors and actresses portraying the evil villains, the unfortunate victims, the heroes, the heroines, and the scream queens in some of the last 50 years most iconic slashers, cult classics as well as from more recent motion picture releases.
This is a rare opportunity to purchase signed 8x10's, selfies, photo ops and get collectible merchandise signed by the celebrities. The weekend delivers unforgettable experiences, memorable moments and welcomes the most passionate horror pop culture fans.
Creep It Real Festive
Awaken from your Halloween hangover this November for some jolly, creepy, festive fun. Get a jump on the biggest shopping season of the year at the CryptsMas Marketplace. Here you’re sure to find the perfect Holiday/Halloween crossover item provided by 100 vendors showing off their most creative spooky-influenced seasonal artwork, crafts, treats and licensed merchandise.
What better way to kick off the “horror-liday season” while also curing your post-Halloween blues than at this historically haunted outdoor festival. The atmosphere is the perfect blend of winter charm and frightful fun. Hear great live music and meet some truly chilling characters including the one and only Creep Kringle who’s checking his naughty list for your name.
We wouldn’t be creepin’ it real if there weren’t delectable delights for the snacking. Delicious food trucks keep the night warm. Chilled beverages will make the holidays cheerful and you can fill your stocking with tasty sweets and treats. Stay tombed here and on our social media channels for all the ghoultide details as they’re unwrapped.
Creep It Real Festive
Awaken from your Halloween hangover this November for some jolly, creepy, festive fun. Get a jump on the biggest shopping season of the year at the CryptsMas Marketplace. Here you’re sure to find the perfect Holiday/Halloween crossover item provided by 100 vendors showing off their most creative spooky-influenced seasonal artwork, crafts, treats and licensed merchandise.
What better way to kick off the “horror-liday season” while also curing your post-Halloween blues than at this historically haunted outdoor festival. The atmosphere is the perfect blend of winter charm and frightful fun. Hear great live music and meet some truly chilling characters including the one and only Creep Kringle who’s checking his naughty list for your name.
We wouldn’t be creepin’ it real if there weren’t delectable delights for the snacking. Delicious food trucks keep the night warm. Chilled beverages will make the holidays cheerful and you can fill your stocking with tasty sweets and treats. Stay tombed here and on our social media channels for all the ghoultide details as they’re unwrapped.
Sinister Halloween Con
Quakes ripple around the known universe as a new convention beast breaches through the Earth’s surface.
THE SINISTER CREATURE CON announces its presence from the primal depths of our humanity with volcanic might and jubilant fanfare.
Located in Northern California, THE SINISTER CREATURE CON’s expansive tentacles ensnare a massive array of horror genre craftsmen and craftswomen that give monsters and the genre its tangible essence, such as painters, filmmakers, sculptors, tattoo artists, comic book artists, graphic designers, practical fx companies, actors, writers, haunted attraction engineers, and much more.
So come one and come all to the belly of this new convention beast and learn how your fears are imagined so you may celebrate in the conquering of them.
Sinister Halloween Con
Quakes ripple around the known universe as a new convention beast breaches through the Earth’s surface.
THE SINISTER CREATURE CON announces its presence from the primal depths of our humanity with volcanic might and jubilant fanfare.
Located in Northern California, THE SINISTER CREATURE CON’s expansive tentacles ensnare a massive array of horror genre craftsmen and craftswomen that give monsters and the genre its tangible essence, such as painters, filmmakers, sculptors, tattoo artists, comic book artists, graphic designers, practical fx companies, actors, writers, haunted attraction engineers, and much more.
So come one and come all to the belly of this new convention beast and learn how your fears are imagined so you may celebrate in the conquering of them.
Son of Monsterpalooza
Usher in the Halloween season with SON OF MONSTERPALOOZA!
After a successful trial run on the East Coast in 2008, Monsterpalooza made its West Coast debut in 2009. Ever since, MONSTERPALOOZA has become internationally known as the place to be for fans and professionals of film, makeup, special effects, collectible toys, art and monsters! With increased demand for more monstrous Monsterpalooza fun, Son of Monsterpalooza was born in 2012 to fill the fall void for monster lovers and fans of Monsterpalooza’s past!
Meet award winning artists behind some of the greatest creatures ever created with a selection of over 150 exhibitors selling one of a kind creations, LIVE makeup demonstrations and more!
Each Son of Monsterpalooza event features dozens of special celebrity guests from the worlds of Horror, Science Fiction, and Fantasy. Past guests have included actors from film franchises such as The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Halloween, The Omen, Phantasm, Killer Klowns from Outer Space, Day of the Dead and MANY MORE!
Every year in the Son of Monsterpalooza Theatre, unique panels and presentations are featured all weekend long spotlighting fan favorite films from the past and future featuring the stars, directors, and artists responsible for bringing your worst nightmares to life on the silver screen and beyond!
Son of Monsterpalooza is a fan friendly event that finishes off the year and ushers in the Halloween season with eye popping exhibits, creators and innovators, products, art and collectibles – You never know who you will bump into on the show floor!
Scream Diego
The debut of San Diego's newest Halloween and Horror convention is going to make you SCREAM!!!
Do not miss the debut of the horror event of the year in what will be the scariest fun event of the fall! Expect a haunting experience with panels, vendors, artists, entertainment, movies and more!
Son of Monsterpalooza
Usher in the Halloween season with SON OF MONSTERPALOOZA!
After a successful trial run on the East Coast in 2008, Monsterpalooza made its West Coast debut in 2009. Ever since, MONSTERPALOOZA has become internationally known as the place to be for fans and professionals of film, makeup, special effects, collectible toys, art and monsters! With increased demand for more monstrous Monsterpalooza fun, Son of Monsterpalooza was born in 2012 to fill the fall void for monster lovers and fans of Monsterpalooza’s past!
Meet award winning artists behind some of the greatest creatures ever created with a selection of over 150 exhibitors selling one of a kind creations, LIVE makeup demonstrations and more!
Each Son of Monsterpalooza event features dozens of special celebrity guests from the worlds of Horror, Science Fiction, and Fantasy. Past guests have included actors from film franchises such as The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Halloween, The Omen, Phantasm, Killer Klowns from Outer Space, Day of the Dead and MANY MORE!
Every year in the Son of Monsterpalooza Theatre, unique panels and presentations are featured all weekend long spotlighting fan favorite films from the past and future featuring the stars, directors, and artists responsible for bringing your worst nightmares to life on the silver screen and beyond!
Son of Monsterpalooza is a fan friendly event that finishes off the year and ushers in the Halloween season with eye popping exhibits, creators and innovators, products, art and collectibles – You never know who you will bump into on the show floor!
Scream Diego
The debut of San Diego's newest Halloween and Horror convention is going to make you SCREAM!!!
Do not miss the debut of the horror event of the year in what will be the scariest fun event of the fall! Expect a haunting experience with panels, vendors, artists, entertainment, movies and more!
Son of Monsterpalooza
Usher in the Halloween season with SON OF MONSTERPALOOZA!
After a successful trial run on the East Coast in 2008, Monsterpalooza made its West Coast debut in 2009. Ever since, MONSTERPALOOZA has become internationally known as the place to be for fans and professionals of film, makeup, special effects, collectible toys, art and monsters! With increased demand for more monstrous Monsterpalooza fun, Son of Monsterpalooza was born in 2012 to fill the fall void for monster lovers and fans of Monsterpalooza’s past!
Meet award winning artists behind some of the greatest creatures ever created with a selection of over 150 exhibitors selling one of a kind creations, LIVE makeup demonstrations and more!
Each Son of Monsterpalooza event features dozens of special celebrity guests from the worlds of Horror, Science Fiction, and Fantasy. Past guests have included actors from film franchises such as The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Halloween, The Omen, Phantasm, Killer Klowns from Outer Space, Day of the Dead and MANY MORE!
Every year in the Son of Monsterpalooza Theatre, unique panels and presentations are featured all weekend long spotlighting fan favorite films from the past and future featuring the stars, directors, and artists responsible for bringing your worst nightmares to life on the silver screen and beyond!
Son of Monsterpalooza is a fan friendly event that finishes off the year and ushers in the Halloween season with eye popping exhibits, creators and innovators, products, art and collectibles – You never know who you will bump into on the show floor!
Creep I.E. Aftermath
Creep I.E. RETURNS with not one…but two events over the next 12 months 😱
First up, it’s time for our brand new fall event “Creep I.E. Aftermath - Where Horror and Pop Culture Collide”
Join us at the Ontario Convention Center as we kick off the official start of Halloween season AND celebrate all things pop culture 👻
We are very busy behind the scenes booking the celebrity roster and some fun new experiences you can’t miss!!
Creep I.E. Aftermath
Creep I.E. RETURNS with not one…but two events over the next 12 months 😱
First up, it’s time for our brand new fall event “Creep I.E. Aftermath - Where Horror and Pop Culture Collide”
Join us at the Ontario Convention Center as we kick off the official start of Halloween season AND celebrate all things pop culture 👻
We are very busy behind the scenes booking the celebrity roster and some fun new experiences you can’t miss!!
Creep It Real Nostalgic
ANSWER THE DOORBELL FOR AN INVITATION TO AN 80’S AND 90’S TRICK OR TREAT PARTY! CELEBRATE ALL THE SPOOKY, CREEPY, CAMPY FUN OF NOSTALGIA AT CREEP IT REAL OC’S MILESTONE FIFTH HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL.
KICK-OFF THE SEASON OF SPOOKY CHILLS AND THRILLS AT OUR ANNUAL GATHERING. SHOP FROM A HUGE VARIETY OF LOCAL VENDORS FEATURING ORIGINAL WORKS AND LICENSED MERCHANDISE. THE FOOD AND DRINKS ARE FLOWING AT THIS PARTY, AND OF COURSE PLENTY OF SWEETS AND TREATS.
WHILE YOU EXPLORE THE GROUNDS OF THIS BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR SPACE, CREEPY CHARACTERS WILL CHALLENGE YOU AS YOU MAKE YOUR WAY THROUGH A SCAVENGER HUNT, GATHERING THE MOST COVETED OF 90’S COLLECTABLES, THE POGS!
TURN BACK THE CLOCK AND CHECK OUT SOME RELICS OF CREEPY DAYS GONE BY IN OUR WALK-THROUGH EXPERIENCE, MUSEUM OF NOSTALGIA.
BE ENTERTAINED AS MUSIC FILLS THE AIR ALL ACROSS THE FESTIVAL.
IF YOU COME IN COSTUME, YOU’RE SURE TO GET SWEPT UP IN “CREEP ON”, OUR ENTHUSIASTIC MARCH ACROSS THE PROPERTY WITH ALL YOUR SPOOKY FRIENDS. THIS YEAR, NOSTALGIA IS IN!
WE’LL CREEP YOU THERE.
Creep It Real Nostalgic
ANSWER THE DOORBELL FOR AN INVITATION TO AN 80’S AND 90’S TRICK OR TREAT PARTY! CELEBRATE ALL THE SPOOKY, CREEPY, CAMPY FUN OF NOSTALGIA AT CREEP IT REAL OC’S MILESTONE FIFTH HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL.
KICK-OFF THE SEASON OF SPOOKY CHILLS AND THRILLS AT OUR ANNUAL GATHERING. SHOP FROM A HUGE VARIETY OF LOCAL VENDORS FEATURING ORIGINAL WORKS AND LICENSED MERCHANDISE. THE FOOD AND DRINKS ARE FLOWING AT THIS PARTY, AND OF COURSE PLENTY OF SWEETS AND TREATS.
WHILE YOU EXPLORE THE GROUNDS OF THIS BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR SPACE, CREEPY CHARACTERS WILL CHALLENGE YOU AS YOU MAKE YOUR WAY THROUGH A SCAVENGER HUNT, GATHERING THE MOST COVETED OF 90’S COLLECTABLES, THE POGS!
TURN BACK THE CLOCK AND CHECK OUT SOME RELICS OF CREEPY DAYS GONE BY IN OUR WALK-THROUGH EXPERIENCE, MUSEUM OF NOSTALGIA.
BE ENTERTAINED AS MUSIC FILLS THE AIR ALL ACROSS THE FESTIVAL.
IF YOU COME IN COSTUME, YOU’RE SURE TO GET SWEPT UP IN “CREEP ON”, OUR ENTHUSIASTIC MARCH ACROSS THE PROPERTY WITH ALL YOUR SPOOKY FRIENDS. THIS YEAR, NOSTALGIA IS IN!
WE’LL CREEP YOU THERE.