2022 Press Release

Apr 2, 2022 | Information

Raleigh NC – Friday May 27th- Sunday May 29th

YOU HAVE BEEN SUMMONED!!

    You have been officially summoned to join us at Raleigh’s Premier Convention Experience! Carolina Fear Fest and horror fans from around the region are requesting the pleasure of your company this Memorial Day Weekend to help Celebrate All Things Horror!

    Back for a third year, Carolina Fear Fest is an epic fan experience with unique vendors, celebrity guests, informative panels and entertainment – all weekend long.  This event is designed to provide thrills and chills to event the most discerning horror enthusiast.

    All the horror takes place Memorial Day Weekend at the NC State Fairgrounds at the Jim Graham Building with gate access to the venuelocated at 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh.  Parking is free onsite for those not flying in via demon wings, broomsticks and/or dragon.

    Tickets are available online from $35-$60 and VIP packages at $125.  Friday, May 27th is a special night for Weekend and VIP Pass Holders – with special, exclusive, entertainment and programming.  Visit carolinafearfest.com for tickets and more information.

    Celeb guests – Meet & Greet, get autographs and professional photo-ops are available.  This amazing line up includes: DJ Qualls, Danielle Harris, Ken Foree, Steven Williams, Clint Howard, Amelia Kinkade and more! Favorites from horror classic franchises such as Halloween, Nightmare on Elm Street, Devils Rejects and Supernatural.

    Entertainment throughout the convention including plans for Cosplay and Trivia contests, music, panels and Celeb Q&As and so much more.

For information on Press Passes, advance interviews or more information on event – please direct inquiries to info@carolinafearfest.com.

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