MAY 22 - 24, 2020

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

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See horror films from local filmmakers, plus fan favorite movies.

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Huge Indoor Space

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

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Great Location

Plenty of hotels and attractions in a blossoming Southern metropolis.

John Kassir

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John Kassir

The Crypt Keeper,Tales of the Crypt

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Damien Leone

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Damien Leone

Terrifier, Terrifier 2

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Damien Leone

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David Howard Thorton

Terrifier, Terrifier 2

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Naomi Grossman

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Naomi Grossman

American Horror story, 1 BR, CTRL ALT DELETE

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Felissa Rose

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Felissa Rose

Sleepaway Camp, Death House, Victor Crowley

 

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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.

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Located at 1025 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607

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