Gathering of the Ghouls
Save the Date: August 22-23, 2026 Mesa Convention Center, AZ
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Gathering Of The Ghouls | Kickoff To Spooky Season
Gathering of the Ghouls is Arizona’s annual celebration of horror, Halloween, and spooky creativity—bringing together fans, artists, cosplayers, and horror celebrities for one unforgettable weekend.
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About Gathering Of The Ghouls
HORRORBILLY
COSPLAY CONTEST
FREE PHOTO OPS
The HorrorBILLY Pageant is back! Celebrate all things horror meets rockabilly with contestants showing off their most creative, creepy, and campy looks. Everyone’s invited to watch the madness unfold!
FREE PHOTO OPS
COSPLAY CONTEST
FREE PHOTO OPS
Grab your camera! Free horror-themed photo ops are included with admission and located throughout the convention. Ghouls is perfect for horror fans looking to capture and share the scares!
COSPLAY CONTEST
COSPLAY CONTEST
COSPLAY CONTEST
Our cosplay contest is one of the highlights of Gathering of the Ghouls! Horror fans of all skill levels are encouraged to participate and show off their most creative, creepy, and unforgettable looks.
HAUNTED HOUSE
HAUNTED HOUSE
COSPLAY CONTEST
No extra ticket needed! Your Gathering of the Ghouls admission includes a haunted house walk-thru packed with scares and spooky fun.
PANELS
HAUNTED HOUSE
EXHIBITORS
Join deep dives into horror history, creature design, haunted storytelling, genre trends, and fan culture at our fan-fueled panels!
EXHIBITORS
HAUNTED HOUSE
EXHIBITORS
Explore our curated lineup of horror vendors—from creepy curiosities to Halloween-inspired treasures, all in one place. pc: @incredible_hoek
ATTENDEES
ATTENDEES
ATTENDEES
At Gathering of the Ghouls, the fans bring the fright—and the fun! Costumes, creativity, and creepy camaraderie make this the ultimate horror celebration. pc: Woodenhead Collective
ABOUT US
ATTENDEES
ATTENDEES
Gathering of the Ghouls is an Arizona two-day horror convention where fans and creepy creators come together for an unforgettable weekend of fear, fun, and fandom. With 100+ horror vendors, interactive themed photo ops, and meet-and-greets with iconic horror celebrities, this is where the spooky season truly begins.
Gathering Of The Ghouls
Join us At The Mesa Convention Center This August!
Perfect For Fans Of:
Halloween Events • Horror Conventions • Haunted Houses • Cosplay Contests • Horror Movies • Spooky Attractions • Halloween Shopping • Cool Celebrities
