Midsummer Scream
August 15-17, 2025, Long Beach Convention Center.
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- The spirits of @qmdarkharbor are indulging in next month's Friday the 13th/Valentines Day weekend with an immersive after hours takeover: Dark Masquerade, "a high-energy masquerade dance party under dimmed chandeliers and creeping fog." DarkHarborHalloween.com/DarkMasquerade .
- Huge congratulations to Ryan Coogler and the entire team behind SINNERS for a record-shattering 16 Oscar (@theacademy) nominations! This officially breaks the all-time nomination record of 14 held by Titanic, All About Eve, and La La Land. Poster art by @shawnmansfieldart
- EMPANADA LOCO, an immersive theatrical production inspired by the legend of Sweeney Todd, is coming to North Hollywood this February, presented by Las Vegas' @majesticreptheatre . Details at www.majesticrepertory.com .
- This gratuitously manipulative set of images are our way of saying MIDSUMMER SCREAM ANNOUNCEMENTS will begin releasing soon. Stay tuned.
- What's more fun than a barrel of KILLER monkeys? Seeing an advance screening of PRIMATE @PrimateMovie this Wednesday, inside the lot at Paramount Studios! (thanks @ParamountScares !) Limited passes available, RSVP here: forms.gle/vXCo8sy7sGyX...
- Happy Holidays from Midsummer Scream! We hope your holidays are filled with screams of joy, and that you’re haunted only by pleasant memories.
- Today, we pause to honor Bob Burns, one of the original "Monster Kids" and “home haunter,” who recently passed away.
- We won't have any Black Cat Friday specials TODAY, but keep an eye out for future special sales on Midsummer Scream passes. In the meantime, please shop from the amazing small businesses throughout the Halloween and horror community!
- Happy Thanksgiving to all you Fazbears and Chicas! We have a VERY limited number of passes to an advance screening of "Five Nights at Freddy’s 2" available -- link via our bio! Courtesy Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 ADVANCE SCREENING AMC Burbank 16 Wednesday, December 3 at 7pm
- We already have several dark and eerie winter haunts on our schedule -- help us make sure we know what else we need to check out, and add to a special edition of our event's newsletter! Comment or Submission link in bio.
- A message from the Midsummer Scream team.
- You're invited to attend a special double feature this Sunday of Christmas classic "Terrifier 3" along with the brand new "Silent Night, Deadly Night" remake. Link in bio to RSVP! Sunday, 11/2, 5pm, AMC CityWalk You're encouraged to come in your best (bloodiest?) Santa suit!
- On October 28th at 11am at the Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery in North Hollywood, you're invited to join horror fans, film historians, and members of the Hollywood community... to gather and celebrate Elsa Lanchester's legacy with the unveiling of a modest grave marker near where her remains are.
- VENDOR APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR MIDSUMMER SCREAM, RETURNING AUGUST 7-9, 2026 to the LONG BEACH CONVENTION CENTER! Link in bio to apply. Both new and previous vendors encouraged to apply!
- This week's Spooky Season Newsletter is presented by Boo-ze, Bites, and Fright, bringing your favorite scary movies to Heritage Square this month. Also inside, the history of (ack) trunk or treating, a Halloween book inspired podcast, and more haunted happenings you don't want to miss. Link in bio!
- This week's Spooky Season Events Newsletter is doozy, with rumors of a key feature at the Haunted Mansion being removed, a gazillion home haunts opening, and everything you need to kick off the best month of the year. If it's not already in your email, check it out via our bio link!
- We have a limited number of first come, first serve passes to an advance screening of BLACK PHONE 2 waiting for some of you to GRAB... we'll be releasing the link tomorrow in our Spooky Season Newsletter (if you aren't, check the link in our bio).* 7pm, October 14 at AMC Burbank 16
- We're heartbroken to hear about the recent passing of Gary Shireman. Gary was an invaluable supporter of the Southern California haunt community, a dear and longtime member of the CalHauntS group, and the owner and operator of Coffin Creek.
- We have a limited number of advance passes to see HIM, the new horror film from Jordan Peele at AMC Burbank 16, Wed – 9/17 at 7PM. An RSVP link will be sent to our mailing list overnight - link in bio to signup! Limited passes available!
- Halloween Horror Nights is going over-the-top this year with themed food offerings this year. Last night we were treated to a tasting preview and a peek at some of the new merchandise which awaits horror fans when the gates open on select nights, Sept. 4–Nov. 2, 2025.
- Knott's Scary Farm revealed their 2025 maze lineup last night during their "Nightmares Revealed" fan event, hosted by the Boulet Bros. and Knott's veteran Jeff Tucker. Here's a peek of what we saw!
- "Horror Comics CMY-Kill: Fear in Four Colors," today! Revenge Of gathers master of the comic medium gather to discuss what it takes to strike fear from page to panel. Hosted by Jeff Eyser with special guests Corinna Bechko, Patrick Hirvath , and Hannah Rose May
- JSA (Booth #190): Autograph certification service, offering $12 on site specials per signature for any signers at the event. Shore Business Center (Booth 176): Save room in your luggage and ensure any of your purchases get to your home or office by shipping straight from the show floor!
- Join Halloween Horror Nights’ John Murdy and Mike Aiello with a signing of an exclusive print this Sunday, Aug. 17 at 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at booth #219. First come, first served. Limited to the first 100 guests. Ticket distribution for signing begins at 11 a.m. PST on Aug. 17 .
- "Slumber Parties & Slashers Fashion Show," Saturday & Sunday, August 16-17 at Midsummer Scream. Get ready for the most epic Horror Fashion show in the world! The ghouls at Killer Fitness slay the stage in this homage to the 1980s slumber party! Hosted by Jim Branscome
- "Terror Between the Sheets: the History of Horror Comics" Saturday, August 16 at Midsummer Scream. Join Benjamin Dickow, lecturer on the history of comics and director of Captured Aural Phantasy Theater, for a journey through the origins of comic book horror.
- "Psychic Buster, The Paranormal Idiot," Saturday & Sunday, August 16-17 at Midsummer Scream. Join @psychicbuster Psychic Buster, The Paranormal Idiot, for a one of a kind performance featuring mind reading, psychic phenomena, and one very haunted doll.
- "Cut A Rug: A Slasher Dance-Off," All Weekend, August 15-17 at Midsummer Scream. Presented by Stage Fright Theater Co. @stagefrighttheater
- This weekend meet actress Christine Elise from the Chucky franchise and Beverly Hills 90210 at Midsummer Scream, August 15-17 at the Long Beach Convention Center!
- PRESENTATION ANNOUNCEMENT: "Them's Fightin Words" with Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy the Mail Girl, Sunday, August 17 at Midsummer Scream. Join Joe Bob and Darcy as they debate if the original is always better than the remake and the ten topics that inspire passionate arguments among horror fans.
- "Supernatural Horror: The Hits, The Misses, The Masterpieces," Saturday, August 16 at Midsummer Scream. Paranormal experts and occultists ( Sapphire Sandalo, Steffany Strange, and Rannie Rodil) gather to watch, review, and rate the top five supernatural horror films.
- Notes: Parking is not provided or validated for pass pick-up. We recommend using a metered street space if needed. Advance pick-up is provided as an option - it is not required but highly recommended! On event days if you have your wristband, look for the "have wristband" line for expedited entry.
- "George Newnam’s Casa Calaveras: A Walk-Thru Art Experience," returns to Midsummer Scream! Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Jóse and Gloria, the happy DEAD couple! Feel the romance as you step into a larger-than-life storybook adventure where you’ll uncover their sweet, heart-filled tale.
- "Magic with Micah the Magician," Sunday, August 17 at Midsummer Scream. From Penn & Teller: Fool Us and The Magic Castle, enjoy the interactive magic of Micah the Magician!
- Think you can make a horror film in one weekend? Step into the BloodBat Film Competition, our first-ever onsite film competition! Shoot, edit, and submit a 5-min or less, horror short DURING AND AT Midsummer Scream and compete for prestigious awards, live screenings, and eternal bragging rights.
- It's official: WEEKEND PASSES ARE NOW SOLD OUT! If you haven't purchased your admission to Midsummer Scream yet, don't delay on getting a Friday or Sunday single day pass ASAP -- the event will sell out! (Saturday passes sold out days ago). To purchase visit the link in our bio.
- Beware of ticket scams! Especially as the event nears and passes are selling out, more and more comments are appearing on our posts claiming to have passes -- DO NOT TRUST THEM. 99% of the time these are scams.
- "Horror Nerd Presents: The Annabelle Sessions" Sunday, August 17 at Midsummer Scream With: Samantha Hale, Creator, Horror Nerd Comedy Tommy Spears, Standup Comedian, Horror Nerd Julian Fernandez, Comedian/Host, The Horror Bin Podcast Kelly McInerney, Stand up comedian Matt Catanzano, Comedian
- "Vampira Lookalike Contest presented by Catfight Coffee," 6:15pm Saturday, August 16 at Midsummer Scream. Catfight Coffee's is celebrating the release of their new Vampira blend with a Vampira look-a-like contest! Stop by the Catfight Coffee booth for info and to register!
- "Stage Fright Theater Co. Presents A Double Feature of Frights & Delights!," Saturday & Sunday, August 16-17 at Midsummer Scream. Presented by Stage Fright Theater Co. Two shows. One stage. An unforgettable showcase of spooky theater!
- Meet the writer/director and crew of SCREAMBOAT at Midsummer Scream, August 15-17 at the Long Beach Convention Center! Steven LaMorte (writer/director) nd Amy Schumacher (producer and "Amber" from the film), will be joining frequent collaborator David Howard Thornton ("Willie") for the weekend.
- BONUS CELEBRITY GUESTS! Edan Gross, voice of the Chucky dolls in the "Child's Play" movies. Ira Heiden, Bo in Elvira Mistress of the Dark, and Will Stanton (thein Nightmare on Elm Street, 3 Dream Warriors. Garrett Sander, the creator of the Monster High and Gravestone Guardians.
- Roger Hayes will explain how to creatively use fear and to eliminate bottlenecks in the haunt, how to effectively use lighting to enhance scares and set, how to use scares to move the guests through the haunt and increase throughput.
- CLASS ANNOUNCEMENT: "How to Craft a Dynamic Scene," Sunday, August 17 at Midsummer Scream. Learn to create dynamic scenes in your haunt that captivate the imagination, immerse guests into the experience and make them come back for more! Get the things you want noticed to pop.
- The Legacy of FRIDAY THE 13TH: Sunday, Aug. 17 w/ Judie Aronson (The Final Chapter), Doug Tait (Freddy vs Jason), Billy Butler (Part VII: The New Blood), Alec Gillis (The Final Chapter), and Tommy McLoughlin (writer/director of Part VI: Jason Lives). Moderated by Dr. Rebekah McKendry (Fangoria)
- "Horror on the Screen: The Theatrical Experience," Sat., Aug. 16. A discussion about watching, experiencing, and curating horror films on the big screen w/ Jim Branscome w/ Cinematic Void; K.J. Relth‑Miller, Dir., Film Programs, Academy Museum; Josh Miller, Host, Killer Movies; Bret Berg, w/ AGFA.
- Before you see "THE CONJURING: LAST RITES" in theatres September 5, see if you can survive "THE CONJURING: LAST RITES" Experience at Midsummer Scream, Aug. 15-17. This interactive attraction will have guests enter the world of the Conjuring to see if they can hide from the malevolent spirits within.
- Explore over 350 vendors coming to Midsummer Scream now by downloading our app - links available via our bio links or at midsummerscream.org/app FACT: If we lined up all of our vendor booth in a row they would stretch over a mile!
- SATURDAY PASSES TO MIDSUMMER SCREAM ARE NOW SOLD OUT! Weekend, Gold Bat (VIP), and single day Friday and Sunday passes still available, but we're on track to sell out entirely. Consider yourself warned! Purchase passes at midsummerscream.org or via the link in our bio.
- "WTF is...GIALLO?," Sunday, August 17: Join us for an introduction to Giallo: stylish, sexy, and bloody thrillers with roots in Italian Baroque Art, French Naturalism, pulp fiction, psychoanalysis... and product placement! Presented by Robert Parigi
