Time to grab your chainsaws, fellow horror fanatics. Screen Masters International has announced the debut of HallowScreamCon in October 2026, a celebration of horror across various media.
In honour of Halloween, HallowScreamCon debuts in Las Vegas from October 1 to 4, 2026, bringing together the horror industry and fans to celebrate their love for the genre. Whether you love horror through film, gaming, music, art or other media, attendees can don their Michael Myers mask and take part in numerous events that elevate their passion for the spooky genre.
Founded in 1994, Screen Masters is an agency and management team that has worked with talent across films, television, gaming, live events, and more. Most notably, some of the talents listed underneath the team are Simon Rhee (stunt performer for The Dark Knight Rises), John Semper (writer for Spider-Man: The Animated Series), Heath Corson (writer for Scream: The TV Series), and Devyn Dalton (stunt performer for HBO’s The Last of Us).
Stepping into HallowScreamCon, attendees can visit many events to celebrate their love for horror media. The events included are:
- Major Film, TV, Music, and Gaming Activations – Experience world-exclusive previews, celebrity panels, live performances, and major brand activations.
- Global Artist Pavilion – Horror fans can view and purchase original works from international artists, animators, authors, and comic creators.
- ScreamLabs: Pitch Fest – Enthusiastic horror fans and creators can pitch their ideas to industry executives and scouts, set inside the Frankenstein Laboratory.
- The Paranormal Zone – Led by experts and adventurers, experience ghost stories, urban legends, and real-life paranormal investigations.
- SFX Makeup Stage – Experience world-renowned Masters of Makeup recreate their most iconic film looks, from impressive to earth-shattering, terrifying.
- The Black Cat Walk – A runway show and competition to showcase your costumes and cosplays, judged by celebrities from film, fashion, and entertainment.
- World-Class Live Entertainment – Throughout the convention, experience stunt shows, acting performances, musical acts, and main stage events.
- HallowScream SINema – Join the fanatics for a nightly screening of classic, indie, and world-premiere horror films.
- The HallowScream Ball – Enjoy music from live bands, DJS, and performers.
- Little Screamers Sunday – Enter the Halloween wonderland filled with games, activities, and costumed characters for younger horror fanatics.
- Vendors and Installations – Wander through hundreds of vendors, pop-up shops, tech showcases, and art installations.
Whether you’re a fan or an aspiring creator, HallowScreamCon is not only a place to celebrate horror, but also a place to present your creativity and innovation to your fellow horror fanatics.
With the convention set to kick off in October 2026, Screen Masters International CEO Kelly-Marie Warnell shared: “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.”
For many horror fans, HallowScreamCon debuts in October 2026 in Las Vegas. Eager future attendees can visit the Screen Masters International website to learn more about the exciting event.
