4th Annual Gathering of the Ghouls Halloween & Horror Convention – Mesa, AZ

Get ready for Arizona’s kickoff to spooky season at the 4th Annual Gathering of the Ghouls Halloween & Horror Convention — a massive two-day horror celebration packed with spooky attractions, celebrity guests, cosplay, and one of the largest horror vendor marketplaces in the Southwest.

Taking over the air-conditioned halls of the Mesa Convention Center, Gathering of the Ghouls brings together thousands of horror fans, collectors, artists, and cosplayers for a weekend of thrills, screams, and unforgettable Halloween fun.

Whether you're a die-hard horror fan, a Halloween enthusiast, or just looking for a unique weekend adventure, Gathering of the Ghouls delivers an experience unlike anything else in Arizona.

Event Highlights

🎃 Two Full Days of Horror Fun
Saturday & Sunday packed with spooky attractions and entertainment.

👻 100+ Horror Vendors & Artists
Shop one of the largest horror marketplaces in Arizona featuring creepy collectibles, handmade art, Halloween decor, oddities, horror toys, and one-of-a-kind creations.

🎬 Horror Celebrity Guests
Meet stars from your favorite horror films with autograph and photo opportunities.

🏚 Haunted House Walk-Through
Check out our haunted house, included with admission to Ghouls!

📸 Interactive Horror Photo Ops
Capture unforgettable photos in immersive horror scenes perfect for social media.

🎭 Cosplay Contest & Horrorbilly Pageant
Show off your best horror costume and compete for prizes + kid's cosplay pageant!

🎁 Prize Giveaways All Weekend
Attendees will have chances to win horror collectibles, merchandise, and more.

🎤 Panels & Fan Programming
Join discussions, Q&A sessions, and fan-driven panels celebrating horror culture.

🎉 Official Saturday Night After Party
When the convention floor closes, the party continues with a special after-hours event for fans 18+.

Perfect For

• Horror movie fans
• Halloween lovers
• Cosplayers
• Collectors
• Families with older kids
• Anyone looking for a fun and spooky weekend

Join the Gathering

Come shop and celebrate horror with thousands of fellow ghouls at the 4th Annual Gathering of the Ghouls Halloween & Horror Convention.

August 22–23
Mesa Convention Center
Mesa, Arizona

🎃 The spooky season begins here.

All celebrity appearances are subject to change in the event of unforseen profesional or personal circumstances. * CELEBRITY REVEALS COMING SOON *

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