Haunted House Documentary “The Fright Stuff” Playing at the Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Con, 7/31
"The Fright Stuff" documentary will debut a brand new cut at 9:15 pm on Friday, July 31, 2026 at the Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention. From Zombie Army Productions/Yokai Films, producers of Days of the Living Dead, comes "The Fright Stuff", a documentary that follows the life and times of the haunted attraction industry in the United States - the history, the people, the lasting imprint it’s had on the culture. This event is FREE for convention attendees. Details and convention tickets at http://www.flashbackweekend.com!
2021 Preseason Primer
(Last Updated: 9/13/2021) Great Caesar’s Ghost! Has it really been two years? While we gear-up annually to serve the haunted house community of Chicago since 1999, COVID-19 certainly had other plans for us and caused us to sit-out 2020. We have missed you, are definitely sick of our couches, and are beyond excited to be back! We can’t wait to join you screaming at the best attractions anywhere! As we prepare to embark on another exciting journey this Halloween season, let’s catch-up on some news, updates, recaps, and a little preview of what to expect for 2021. Queue up the...
2019 Preseason Primer
Welcome back, haunters and hauntees! September has returned and with it all the amazing indicators of the impeding season ahead. Just like you, we await the doors of our favorite attractions to creak open and awaken the spirits from their long off-season slumber. Soon, the air will be filled with the sound of shrieks and screams; a symphony, indeed. As we prepare to embark on another exciting journey this Halloween season, here’s some news, updates, recaps, and a little preview of what to expect for 2019. Queue up the Fear Inoculum, grab two scoops of USS Butterscotch, and strap-in for...
Save the Dates! The Midwest Haunters Convention Returns June 5-7, 2020!
After an amazing debut in Chicagoland this past weekend, the Midwest Haunters Convention is delighted to announced that it will return to the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center and Hotel June 5-7, 2020, with the Pre-Convention Bus Tour on Thursday, June 4th! Additional information and details will be posted as they are confirmed!
Windy City Haunters – Updated Class Schedule, Events, Vendors & More!
The Windy City Haunters website has now posted a list of seminars, events, a vendor list with floor plan and much more! Plan to attend February 18 & 19 and get tickets HERE!
Countdown to Chicago Frights!
Only 2 weeks to Chicago's own Halloween Expo! Dealer Room selling props, makeup and costumes to take your October to the next level. Prop building workshops, actor training classes, product demonstrations, haunted garage sale, hearse rally, zombie walk and the infamous Chicago Frights Costume Party! Join in the frightfully fun weekend and get a head start on your Halloween preparations at Chicago Frights! July 29-31, Georgios Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center, Orland Park. Visit www.chicagofrights.com for details or reserve a booth in the dealer room.