Thank you for an amazing show!

To our celebrity guests, vendors, volunteers, staff, and every single attendee – thank you!

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Celebrity Guests

Meet celebrity guests for autographs, photos ops, meet and greets, Q&A's and more.

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Unique Shopping for Horror Fans

Shop horror products and collectables from small makers, crafters, artists, and collectors.

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Special Events

Chat with our celebs and other fans and see unique programing, showings, and special features.

Huge Indoor Space

Featuring 100,000 sq ft of wheelchair accessible space and ample free parking.

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Exclusive Panels

Learn about horror from books to film in panels and Q&A's.

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Great Location

Plenty of hotels and attractions in a blossoming Southern metropolis.

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About The Venue

Located at the NC State Fairgrounds in Raleigh, NC, the Jim Graham building is the largest of the fairground buildings, with over 100,000 square feet of convention space, a restaurant, panel rooms, and more.

Convenient Location

Located at 4285 Trinity Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607.

Free Parking

Ample parking is available at no charge

Wheelchair Accessible