About this Event
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 *
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Mesa Convention Center, 263 North Center Street, Mesa, United States
USD 17.85 to USD 135.23
