As Halloween enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the spooky season, Midsummer Scream announces its highly anticipated return to the Long Beach Convention Center from July 26 to July 28. Offering a sneak peek into this year’s thrilling festivities, the world’s largest Halloween and horror convention promises a weekend brimming with excitement and eerie surprises under the theme “A Haunting.”
Passes for Midsummer Scream will go on sale this Saturday at www.MidsummerScream.com, featuring a special early purchase discount of 40% for General Admission passes. Additionally, VIP “Gold Bat” passes, which sold out in 2023, will be available for purchase.
Themed “A Haunting,” this year’s Midsummer Scream will delve into real and fictional ghost stories and paranormal activity, with the theme integrated into various aspects of the convention, including official event art by Suspiria Vilchez (Suspirialand), panels, presentations, and special experiences.
The convention boasts a star-studded lineup of celebrity guests, including Roger L. Jackson (the voice of Scream’s Ghost Face), Boulet Brothers (Dragula), John Kassir (Tales from the Crypt), and Garret Sander, creator of Monster High, accompanied by the voice cast from the animated TV series.
Attendees can also look forward to an array of panel presentations covering the season’s biggest news, featuring renowned names such as Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Fright Fest, and Winchester Mystery House, among others.
A highlight of Midsummer Scream is the Hall of Shadows, a sprawling 75,000 square feet of haunted attractions crafted by top professional and home haunters, promising thrills and chills throughout the weekend.
Familiar Midsummer Scream features will return, including the scare-free “Pumpkin Patch” kids’ zone, the Black Cat Lounge with kitten adoptions, and the Screaming Room Film Festival presented by HorrorBuzz. Additionally, over 350 vendors will be onsite, offering a plethora of Halloween-themed merchandise.
David Markland, co-founder and executive director of Midsummer Scream, expressed excitement for this year’s event, urging fans to secure their plans early for an unforgettable experience.
More details will be released in the weeks ahead. Halloween fans can be the first to know what’s coming to Midsummer Scream by signing up for the event’s digital newsletter at www.MidsummerScream.com and by following @midsummerscream on Facebook and Instagram.
Single-day passes range from $35 for adult admission to $145 for a three-day VIP “Gold Bat” pass. For a limited time, single day and general admission passes are 40% off. Children under 10 are free with an accompanying adult. More information on passes to Midsummer Scream, plus full details on the show schedule and area accommodations, can be found at www.MidsummerScream.org.
