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.

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We built a SAW-inspired experience where YOU are part of the scene. No actors. No CGI. Just you and fellow horror fans. This isn’t a photo op. It’s an experience, and INCLUDED with your admission to Ghouls!

(More announcements coming soon!)

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

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