CT HorrorFest
2026 dates not announced yet. Details are from 2025.
CT HorrorFest 2025 includes appearances by actors, directors, and creators from horror films such as 'Halloween,' 'Fright Night,' 'Gremlins,' and 'The Howling.' The event features the Connecticut Frights Film Festival, costume contests, and a marketplace of horror-themed vendors.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
Last year
Tickets
$$
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Hartford
Featured Performers
- John Cusack
- Chris Sarandon
- Richard Harmon
- Dick Warlock
- Tommy Lee Wallace
- Derek Mears
- Mike Giannelli
- Bobby McFarlane
- +18 more
Food & Drink
The venue will have approved food vendors on site selling food, snacks, and beverages (including beer and wine).
Parking
Information regarding parking is available on the Connecticut Convention Center's website. Special room rates are available at the Hartford Marriott Downtown.
Accessibility
The Connecticut Convention Center is wheelchair accessible, including exhibit halls, meeting rooms, and ballrooms. Elevators for the physically challenged are located at street and pre-function levels with ramping available throughout the Center. Bathrooms throughout the Center are wheelchair accessible. The Center’s parking facilities have specifically marked and reserved parking spaces for handicapped persons. Wheelchairs are available upon request at the Center’s Security office and are limited in quantity. Staff will assist those experiencing difficulties while waiting in line.
Going?
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Tips & Advice
- Purchase tickets in advance, as the event has sold out in the past and ticket sales may be halted to prevent overcrowding.
- Arrive early on Saturday or Sunday to maximize your time, as the event has specific operating hours and celebrity appearances may vary by day.
- Check the event schedule for panel times and costume contest details to plan your day and ensure you don't miss key programming.
- Be prepared for crowds and potential lines, especially when meeting popular celebrities. Consider purchasing a 'Slash the Line' pass for expedited access.
- Familiarize yourself with the venue's policies on props and weapons for costumes to ensure compliance and avoid any issues at the entrance.
Special Events & Promotions
- Connecticut Frights Film Festival
- Kids Costume Contest
- Adults Costume Contest
- The Return of the Living Dead Panel
- Art Attack! A Terrifying Conversation with the Clowns Panel
- Behind the Bite with the cast of ‘The Howling’ Panel
- Don’t Touch That Dial! A Discussion of Halloween III: Season of the Witch!
- Crystal Lake Reborn – A Friday the 13th 2009 Discussion
- Return to Kingston Falls – A Gremlins Discussion
- Who’s A Good Boy? A Cujo Panel
- A Fright Night Before Christmas Panel
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is CT HorrorFest scary?
Not unless you find meeting celebrities and shopping awesome vendors scary. Some people come dressed in costumes, but it's not a haunted house or a chase event.
Can I come in costume?
Yes, costumes are welcome! However, all costume props must be inspected at the front desk for safety reasons, and real or sharp weapons are not allowed.
Does my ticket include celebrity autograph fees?
No, your ticket grants entry to the event, including vendor access, panel discussions, and the opportunity to purchase autographs and photos separately.
What if a celebrity cancels their appearance?
Celebrity cancellations are beyond the event's control, and refunds are not offered for individual celebrity cancellations. The show will proceed as scheduled.
Will there be food and drinks available?
Yes, the venue will have approved food vendors on site selling food, snacks, and beverages, including beer and wine.
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