Record Attendance Expected at World’s Largest Halloween and Horror Convention

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Prepare for the ultimate horror fan experience as MIDSUMMER SCREAM returns to the Long Beach Convention Center July 26-28!

With the most iconic monsters, chilling films, terrifying haunts, and endless fun, this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever.

While three-day passes are gone, don’t miss your chance to grab limited single-day and VIP “Gold Bat” passes at www.MidsummerScream.com.

MIDSUMMER SCREAM is the official start of the spooky season, offering a unique blend of experiences, including:

  • The massive Hall of Shadows with multiple haunted attractions
  • Spook-tacular celebrity appearances
  • Presentations, panels, and activities galore
  • Over 300 vendors showcasing wicked wares

With 50,000 horror enthusiasts expected, this is one haunting you won’t want to miss. Download the official Midsummer Scream app for a full schedule of events and prepare for three days of fright-filled fun!

  • Presentation by Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights and an interactive photo-op from Universal Products & Experiences, featuring Universal Monsters, Chucky and M3GAN;
  • Lionsgate’s Gears of Fear a special immersive attraction that marks the first studio-produced walk-through experience within the Hall of Shadows and showcases the company’s legacy of horror;
  • Additional  presentations offering sneak peeks at the most popular West Coast destinations of the Halloween season, including Knott’s Scary Farm, SixFlags Magic Mountain’s Fright Fest, Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor, Castle Dark at Castle Park, the Winchester Mystery House, and Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group (Delusion, Haunted Hayride and more);
  • Paramount Scares display and appearances by Katie Featherston and Micah Sloat from the Paranormal Activity films;
  • Opportunities to see horror legends Cassandra Peterson (aka “Elvira, Mistress of the Dark”) and David Dastmalchian, star of Late Night With the Devil, among other popular stars and celebrities appearing throughout the weekend;
  • “The Screaming Room” short film festival presented by HorrorBuzz;
  • A special presentation by L.A.’s most shocking theatrical experience, “Urban Death”;
  • JFI Productions haunts the show floor to celebrate the return of CREEP Los Angeles, begging the question: “Do you believe in Ghosts?” 

MIDSUMMER SCREAM offers even more thrills beyond the scares!

Don’t miss:

  • The Black Cat Lounge, where you can meet and adopt adorable feline friends
  • Paranormal Pixie’s Pumpkin Patch, a safe haven for young horror fans
  • Over 300 vendors offering a devilishly delightful array of products

“We’ve been truly overwhelmed by the response fans have had to Midsummer Scream and the way this event grows by leaps and bounds every year,” said David Markland, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Midsummer Scream. “We broke attendance records in 2023 and are on track to do the same this year, proving that Halloween is a state of mind that lasts throughout the year, and horror fans are incredibly enthusiastic and passionate.”

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Plan your visit using the MIDSUMMER SCREAM app or www.MidsummerScream.com and stay up-to-date on the latest news by signing up for the newsletter and following @midsummerscream on social media.

Single-day passes start at $38 for adults, with VIP “Gold Bat” passes available for $150. Children under 10 are free with an adult (excluding Gold Bat passes).

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