Horror Fan Conventions 2012
Prepare to gear up for Horror Fan Conventions in 2012. Here is a list of upcoming horror fan conventions for the new year, which will be updated continuously as more information pours in. Check this space!
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Contamination 2012 | Days of the Dead III | Horrorfind Weekend | Hudson Horror Show V | Spooky Empire |
May 2012
- About
- 12 hour horror film festival, featuring five full length classic genre films along with shorts and drive in style trailers, all off rare 35mm film prints.
- When
- May 19, 2012
- Where
- Silver Cinemas South Hills 8
South Hills Mall
1895 South Road
Poughkeepsie, NY - Movies Shown (35mm)
- Day of the Dead
(G. Romero, 1985), Phantasm (D. Coscarelli, 1979), Friday the 13th (S. Cunningham, 1980), Legend of the 7 Golden Vampires
(R. Baker, 1974). Also: secret 5th feature, vintage grindhouse trailers.
- Times
- Doors open at 12 PM. The festival kicks off at approximately 1 PM and runs until around 12 AM
- Tickets
- Advance Tickets are on sale now for $26.00 each. (Go to official site below to buy them). Tickets will also be available day of show for $30.00 each (cash only). All advance tickets will be held at the venue.
- More Information
- HFZ Info Page
- About
- Ultimate Horror Weekend at the Wyndham Resort in Orlando, FL.
- When
- May 25-27, 2012
- Where
- Wyndham Resort
8001 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
1-800-421-8001
The Wyndham Orlando Resort has extended a special rate of $69/night. You must mention “Spooky Empire” to book your room at this rate. Rooms are limited so make your reservations early! - Guests
- Linda Hamilton, Michael Rooker, Joey Lauren Adams, Kristanna Loken, Monica Keena, Brian Krause, Holly Marie Combs, Madison Lintz, Oliver Robins, John Astin, Lisa Loring, Felix Silla, Roddy Piper, Danny Aiello, Micah Sloat, William Forsythe, Marc Price, Mackenzie Lintz, Kelly Lintz, Alex Vincent
- Events
- Roddy Piper will be performing his live “one man show” which is a mixture of life stories and experiences and a little comedy. This performance will require a separate ticket ($10) in addition to your admission.
- Tickets
- Weekend Pass: $50. Friday Only: $30. Saturday Only: $35. Sunday Only: $30. VIP Package: $199. Buy Tickets Here.
- More Information
- HFZ Info Page
June 2012
- About
- St. Louis Horror Convention
- When
- June 15th – June 17th, 2012
- Where
- Renaissance STL Airport
9801 NATURAL BRIDGE ROAD
St. Louis MO 63134
1-888-236-2427
When booking, give them the address for the hotel and ask for the special Contamination 2012 rate - Guests
- John Wesley Shipp, Ken Foree (Dawn of the Dead), Kitten Natividad (Beneath the Valley of the Ultra Vixens
), Michael Berryman (The Hills Have Eyes
), Butch Patrick (The Munsters
), Pat Priest (The Munsters), Vernon Wells, Seka, Ron Jeremy, J. La Rose (Saw 3, Repo!), Dan Hicks (Evil Dead 2
), Michelle Bauer (Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers
), Jackson Bostwick (Shazam!), Reb Brown (Howling II
, Captain America
), The Booth Brothers, Kayla Perkins, Max Wasa, Daniel Emery Taylor, Sal Lizard, Dr. Ivan Cryptosis
- Artists
- Dick Starr, Eric Woller, Billy Tackett
- Authors
- Shane Moore, J. Travis Grundon
- Events
- Haunted house, seminars, film maker showcase (times to be announced), Friday night pool party, Club Chaos hosted by Joel Robinson, Saturday VIP dinner and live concert, Sunday live charity auction and after party. More details to come.
- Tickets
- Friday and Sunday tickets $15, Saturday $25, Weekend Pass $45, VIP $145
- More Information
- Official Site
July 2012
- About
- Days of the Dead Horror convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.
- When
- July 6th – July 8th, 2012
- Where
- Wyndham Indianapolis West
2544 Executive Drive
Indianapolis, Indiana 46241
1-317-248-2481
Book your room and mention “Days of the Dead” for a special rate of $99 a night) These rooms are guaranteed to sell out. More info. - Hours
- Friday: TBD, Saturday: TBD, Sunday: TBD
- Guests
- John Waters, Linda Blair, David Prowse, Bill Moseley, John Kassir, Mink Stole
Texas Chainsaw Massacre Stars: Gunnar Hansen, Bill Johnson, R.A. Mihailoff, Sam McKinzie, Marilyn Burns, Teri McMinn, Edwin Neal, William Vail, Allen Danziger
Sean Whalen, Marty Cassella, Oliver Robins, Nick Principe, Kane Hodder, Michael Aloisi, Jeff Burr, Jorg Buttgereit, Ian Whyte, Felissa Rose - Events
- John Waters: This Filthy World: Filthier and More Horrible. Saturday night only, 7pm, limited engagement. Attendees treated to the 90 minute performance, post-show Q&A, come face to face with John Waters himself during a special 2 hour meet and greet prior to the show, at which time Mr. Waters will sign autographs on personal items for FREE.
- Tickets
- Weekend Pass: $40, Friday: $20, Saturday: $20, Sunday: $20, VIP Package: $199. VIP Pass includes: Admission to all 3 days of the convention, Entry to the event 1 hour before the general public (all 3 days), 6 month (6 issues) subscription to FANGORIA Magazine, One FREE Limited Edition TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE art print, One FREE autograph from any one guest of your choice, admission to the Days of the Dead “Saturday Night Celebrity Soiree”, Exclusive DAYS OF THE DEAD tote bag stuffed with VIP goodies, Guaranteed seating to all Days of the Dead guest panels and screenings, Guaranteed FREE entrance to all Days of the Dead additional special events throughout the weekend, Limited edition event T-Shirt in your size, Line skipping privileges for designated celebrities. VIP passes limited to only 100 and will sell out.
Buy tickets here. - More Info
- Official Site, Facebook Page
August 2012
- About
- Horror Convention
- When
- August 31, 2012 – September 2, 2012
- Where
- Wyndam Gettysburg
95 Presidential Circle
Gettysburg, PA 17325
717-339-0020
You MUST mention HorrorFind Weekend when you call. The entire hotel has been reserved for Horrorfind, anyone who doesn’t mention Horrorfind will be told the hotel is sold out. - Guests
- Sean Whalen, Nivek Ogre, Terrance Zdunich, Denise Crosby, Kane Hodder, Patty Mullen, PJ Soles, Dey Young, Mary Woronov, Kim Darby, Meg Foster, Lisa Marie, Dee Wallace, Doug Bradley, Count Gore Devol
- Events
- Costume contest, Dealers Room, Special Screenings with Q&A/commentary, Film Festival, Horror author readings/signings, seminars, Scaryoke, Car show
- Tickets
- Weekend Pass: $40 until May 1st, $45 after; Single day: $25 (order here)
- Notes
- Now accepting submissions for the 2012 Film Fest. All films selected for the film fest are shown in real movie theaters on the same property as the convention hotel and are open for viewing by all convention attendees at no additional charge. Filmmakers can submit their films here.
- More Info
- Official Site
