Spooky ‘ScareLA Convention’ Turns The Lights Off This Year! (August 25 + 26th)

Posted on July 27, 2018 by Dirty Horror

‘Tis the season for horror and Halloween-themed conventions! And one of my favorites to frequent out here in the Los Angeles area is the ScareLA convention in downtown LA. Going into it’s sixth year now, ScareLA combines everything horror + a full Halloween-time experience. But this year……it’s going to get darker. Literally.

It’s been announced that ScareLA will immediately set all attendees into near darkness throughout the entire convention, giving those who are lucky enough to go a fully immersive Halloween-style experience! Being called ‘Descend Into Darkness‘, the convention will be a first of it’s kind, not only being darkly lit throughout – but also featuring a ‘theme park feel’ as well…..including full-sized haunts, experiences, and rides. Spooooooooky and amazing!!

Now, if you can’t get to the LA area on the weekend of August 25th + 26th – then follow my Instagram story to stay connected to all of the ghostly goings-ons that will be happening (shameless plug). If you do want to attend ScareLA in person though, then head on over to their site HERE and snatch up those tickets and get more info. And while you’re there, use promo code INSTAMONSTER to get a discount on your tickets! Word to the wise, this event gets PACKED – so get there early if you are going! Happy Summerween, everybody!!!

Two Big Things Are Coming To The ‘ScareLA Convention’ In Pasadena This Weekend!

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Dirty Horror

Awwwww yeah! ScareLA has been one of my favorite Halloween conventions for the last few years, and this year they have the one and only Elvira: Mistress Of The Dark to be the official host! It’s all going down this weekend (August 6th & 7th) in Pasadena, California at the Pasadena Convention Center.

With Halloween only a few months away, it’s never to soon to get into the spirit (pun intended) and ScareLA has got the goods to help you out. Tons of on-location vendors, artists, and even some special celebrity guests (in addition to Ms. Elvira) will be on hand to make sure you keep a smile on your Halloween-loving face. And speaking again of Elvira, if you would like the once in a lifetime chance to meet the icon, you have to pre-pay for your photo/autograph chance HERE and you can find more info in general at the ScareLA website. No tickets for the Elvira meet-and-greet will be sold onsite. So, get on over to ScareLA if you’re in the Pasadena area this weekend and don’t forget to say trick or treat!

‘Son Of Monsterpalooza’ Coming Back To Burbank, California September 16-18!

Posted on June 28, 2016 by Dirty Horror

If you live in the Los Angeles area, love horror movies and make-up effects, and aren’t doing anything September 16-18…..then I just made plans for you! Yes, the fantastic Son Of Monsterpalooza Convention (with it’s ‘father’ being the Monsterpalooza Convention that happened earlier in the year) is coming back to Burbank, CA and is coming fully packed with celebrities and events!

Up on that flyer are some of the details, but if you want the full lowdown then head on over to their website HERE. In addition to movie screenings, live on-set make-up tutorials, and costume contests – there will be a plethora of your favorite current and past movie and TV stars. Did I mention that the creepy nun from The Conjuring 2 is going to be there? More guests will be announced in the next few months, so stay tuned to the Son Of Monsterpalooza website and their social media pages for more info. Below is a list of confirmed guests just to wet your appetite. See you in September!

Jeffrey Combs – The Re-Animator, The Frightners, Gotham

Dee Wallace – E.T., The Howling, The Hills Have Eyes

Bruce Abbott – The Re-Animator, Bride of Re-Animator

Bonnie Aarons – The Conjuring 2, Mulholland Drive, Drag Me to Hell

Zach Galligan – Gremlins, Waxworks, Hatchet 3

Michael Berryman – The Hills Have Eyes, The Devils Rejects

Vernon Wells – Mad Max: The Road Warrior, Commando

Quinn Lord – Trick r Treat, Supernatural

Jonathan Fransham – Ash vs The Evil Dead, What We Do in the Shadows

Jonathan Brugh – What We Do in the Shadows

Judy Odea – Night of the Living Dead

‘Days Of The Dead’ Horror Convention Coming To Los Angeles April 1-3!

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Dirty Horror

One of my favorite times of the year is when horror conventions come around, and this year there’s a doozy coming to Los Angeles! Yes – the Days Of The Dead horror convention will be making it’s return, this time on April 1-3 at the Marriott Hotel in Burbank.

If you’ve ever wanted a photo-op with Tobin Bell from the Saw series, now’s your chance! And if you’ve ever wanted to meet ‘The Gimp’ from Pulp Fiction, now’s your chance for that too! Personally, I’m actually kind of excited to see the Cobra Kai student/teacher combo of Martin Kove & William Zabka from The Karate Kid. Not really horror-related, but awesome nonetheless. Check out the link right HERE for more info and tickets for Days Of The Dead ‘Los Angeles’, and stay tuned for more guest announcements as well. Oh – follow me on my Facebook page for a chance to win passes too!

Review: ScareLA Convention (Pasadena, CA)

Posted on August 10, 2015 by Dirty Horror

With Halloween less than 3 months away, what better way to start to get into the mood than by going to a convention that caters to everything that is Halloween? And that’s exactly what I did this past weekend at the ScareLA Convention in downtown Pasadena, California.

Now in it’s third year, the ScareLA Convention is easily one of my favorite horror-related conventions to hit up, and this year they had a new bigger and better location at The Pasadena Convention Center. And because of that bigger and better venue, there were bigger and better treats and surprises as well! For instance, an entire section of the convention center was dedicated to local haunted houses, where you could stand in line and get a taste of what they had to offer by walking through mini-versions of them. This was definitely a highlight for me, as the area really captured the Halloween spirit with fog machines, darkness, and the occasional costumed creature popping up.

There is a ton to do at the ScareLA Convention, so you definitely won’t be bored if you decide to go when it comes back next year. In addition to the mini haunted houses, you can check out some movie screenings or sit in on a panel like the Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights one where they announced this year that a brand new Michael Myers maze will be coming! Numerous ghouls and ghosts walk around the convention while you stop by the many booths full of Halloween and horror-themed art, trinkets, and delicious pastries. There is even a kiddie section set up where you can take the little ones so they can join in on the spooky fun as well. Overall, you won’t find more bang for your buck if you’re looking to get into the Halloween sprit and the ScareLA Convention definitely keeps improving every year!

(5 out of 5)

ScareLA Convention Coming To Pasadena On August 8th & 9th!

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Dirty Horror

My favorite time of the year is only about 3 months away! No, not Columbus Day. And no, not my wedding anniversary. My apologies to my wife btw…..but I’m talking about Halloween! And what better way to get yourself into the mood than with a convention that revolves around anything and everything that is Halloween called the ScareLA Convention in Southern California, which is taking place this year in Pasadena at the Pasadena Convention Center on August 8th & 9th.

Now, I have to say that I’ve been the past two years to the ScareLA Convention and can unbiasedly say it’s one of the most fun and entertaining conventions of it’s kind that I’ve experienced. It really nails the Halloween feel, with tons of exhibits and booths dedicated to the holiday, as well as some actual haunted attractions that you can walk through as well! You might even see a celebrity or two pop up as well (I was lucky enough to meet Sid Haig last year). For more details on all of the festivities and for tickets, click HERE for everything that you need to know for the ScareLA Convention this year in Pasadena!

Review: 2014 ScareLA Convention (Los Angeles)

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Dirty Horror

Halloween is only a couple months away! So to get into the spirit, I headed out to the 2014 ScareLA Convention in downtown Los Angeles this weekend and rubbed elbows with a bunch of ghouls and ghosts. Oh, and I met Sid Haig too!

Last year, ScareLA was getting it’s feet wet and you could tell that there were definitely kinks to be worked out in the end. When I arrived on Saturday, I was pretty amazed to see the line literally wrapped around the building all the way down Broadway Avenue. The word had clearly spread about the convention, and once I got inside (after a fairly long wait) I could see why. Everything was way bigger and better than last year.

The most notable addition were the free haunted attractions located inside and outside of the building. It was a nice touch, because nothing says Halloween like going through a spook house and having the shit scared out of you. Did I mention that there was even a zombie shooting range where you could take out the undead with an airsoft rifle?

ScareLA really stepped it’s game up this year and convinced me and a lot in attendance I’m sure, that they are definitely a force to be reckoned with in the horror convention game. What sets it apart from other convention experiences that I’ve had, is that the focus is on the fun. Not a lot of celebrity sightings (except the aforementioned Sid Haig of course), but that’s what makes it unique. Trust me, you’ll never get bored.

There were seminars, free movie screenings, pumpkin carving classes, and even a show and presentation celebrating the 45th anniversary of Disney’s Haunted Mansion. Another great aspect of ScareLA is that since it’s centered around Halloween, they encourage people to dress up. And because of that and everything else mentioned so far, it truly is an original horror convention that you definitely should attend next year if you’re in the LA area. Now let’s get ready for Halloween!

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