Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and black cats under a full moon at dusk (DarknessCon)

DarknessCon

DarknessCon brings horror fans and alternative creators together with celebrity guests, authors, and special effects artists. Attendees can shop the Macabre Market, join panels and cosplay events, or sign up for hands-on classes like wand crafting and corpsing. The daytime convention transitions into an evening 18+ Zombie Prom featuring dark music and dancing.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

darknesscon.com

When

Tickets

All-Access Pass: $20 + fees (the page displays "$30$20+ fees"), for DarknessCon access 10am–6pm plus Zombie Prom, 18+; Adult Day Pass: $15 + fees, DarknessCon 10am–6pm; Young Adult Pass: $10 + fees, ages 12–17, accompanied by an adult over 18 during the event; Child Pass: $5 + fees, ages 6–11. Additional-cost classes: Gothic Floral Crown Class $30; Corpsing $30; Wand Making Class $25; FRANKENSTUFFIES $25. The all-access pass also includes the separately timed Zombie Prom.

Hours

Vendor load-in 8:00 AM; registration opens 9:00 AM; convention and Macabre Market open 10:00 AM and close 6:00 PM. The listed convention-day activities start at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

Parking

Designated accessible parking spaces are located near main entrances.

Accessibility

All general admission areas are wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators, accessible restrooms, service animal access, and designated quiet rooms.

Pets

Service animals are welcome in all event areas.

Going?

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Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (3/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (2/5)

Best For

Horror fans, cosplayers, and alternative-culture creators

Vibe

Spooky and creative

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • ASL interpretation for panels must be requested at least two weeks in advance.
  • Young adults aged 12 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult over 18 during the event.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are service animals permitted at the event?

Yes, service animals are welcome in all event areas.

Is there a space to rest if the convention becomes overwhelming?

Yes, a designated quiet room with dimmed lighting, comfortable seating, and noise-reducing materials is available for breaks from stimulation.

Are materials provided for make-and-take workshops?

Yes, all materials are provided for hands-on classes such as wand making, gothic floral crowns, and corpsing.

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