MAY 23 - 25, 2025
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A community-driven North Carolina horror convention offering...
Celebrity Guests
Meet horror movie celebritys for autographs, meet and greets, Q&A's and more - including professional and special edition photo ops!
Unique Shopping for Horror Fans
Shop one-of-a-kind horror art, sculptures, jewelry, clothing, oddities, and official collectables from makers, crafters, artists, and collectors.
Horror Themed Special Events
Raleigh's horror con offers horror movie film fest showings, and unique after parties during con weekend.
Spacious Venue
Located in the NC State Fairground's biggest venue, featuring 100,000 sq ft of accessible indoor con space and ample free parking.
Horror Gaming Area
We're celebrating all things horror, including VR, social and tabletop gaming, and video games in our gaming area!
Connect with Fellow Horror Fans
Discuss horror in our fan-led panel discussions, behind the scenes, and celebrity Q&A's, plus hands-on horror workshops.
... and more, all in the blossoming metropolis of Raleigh, NC!
About The Venue
North Carolina's horror convention in Raleigh is celebrating five years of fear!
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
Gate 9, located at 4285 Trinity Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607.
Free Parking
Ample parking is available at no charge.
Wheelchair Accessible
Recent Blog Posts
2022 Cos-Slay Contests: Rules & Info
Not in Costume? No problem - come on down to the stage to cheer on your favorites for the Audience Choice Awards! Craftsmanship Judging involves having your costume looked at up-close by our panel...
2022 Press Release
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...
Haunted Attractions in the Carolinas
North Carolina is one of the best states to visit haunted attractions! We put out a post on our Facebook page about some haunted attractions that attended our 2021 horror convention, and the...
COVID Guidance Update – 5/14/21
Following new guidance issued by Governor Cooper on May 14th , Carolina Fear Fest will be working under the following regulations for COVID Safety. We strongly encourage every attendee, vendor,...
Usagi Medical Group: COVID-19 Plan Review
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Carolina Fear Fest 2020 Film Fest
Obviously since our event was cancelled, our 2020 Film Fest entries weren't showcased in the way they deserved. Check out some of our favorite films from our entries here! Full Horror Films 🏆...