HorrorHound Weekend Visitor Guide: What to Expect at the Cincinnati Horror Convention
HorrorHound Weekend is a fan-facing horror convention that has been held at the Sharonville Convention Center near Cincinnati, Ohio, with listings showing shows in both spring and September. Past editions have included vendors, a film festival, costume contests and a late-night after-party. Confirm the next dates and ticket options on the official HorrorHound Weekend site.
HorrorHound Weekend is where horror fans, collectors and artists meet to shop, dress up and see what is new. It is also a natural stop for anyone who loves Halloween gear, and a few good Halloween costume accessories can make your convention look. This guide covers what the show is, how its schedule typically works and how to plan, using the organizer’s listings and published coverage.
What are the HorrorHound Weekend basics?
| Question | What the sources say |
|---|---|
| What is it? | A fan-facing horror convention where attendees and industry professionals gather (Iron, Wood & Glitter guide) |
| Where? | Sharonville Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, in the listings we found |
| How often? | Listings show a March show and a September show in the Cincinnati area; check the official site for the current schedule |
| Ticket prices? | Not verified. Use the official ticket page |
When is HorrorHound Weekend?
Convention listings showed a March weekend and a September weekend in Cincinnati for the most recent year we checked, and both have now passed. Dates and even cities can change from year to year, so treat any listing as a hint and confirm on horrorhoundweekend.com before you book travel or a hotel. We could not read the official schedule page directly, which is why we do not list exact upcoming dates here.
What can you do at HorrorHound Weekend?
The Sharonville Convention Center’s write-up of the 2022 edition describes a film festival, a tattoo pavilion, costume contests, more than 130 vendors and a Saturday night after-hours event called Night Terrors. Those were features of that edition, so check the current lineup. In general, expect vendor rooms packed with art, props and collectibles, along with panels and meet-and-greet opportunities.
How do tickets work?
The 2022 coverage mentions VIP and Platinum passes alongside standard admission, sold through the official site. We could not verify current pricing or pass tiers, so check the official ticket page. Buy through the organizer, and be cautious of resellers.
How should you plan your trip?
- Book lodging early. The Mask Fest hotel page, for a sibling show at the same venue, says nearby rooms typically sell out fast.
- Set a shopping budget. Attendee recaps of the related Mask Fest say people spend a lot on masks and meet-and-greets.
- Check the age policy. Convention rules vary, and Mask Fest, which has been run alongside HorrorHound, asks that children 16 and under attend with an adult. Confirm HorrorHound’s current policy before bringing kids.
- Plan your costume. Costume contests have been part of past shows; check the rules on props and masks at the door.
If masks are your thing, a separate show called Mask Fest has been listed in the Cincinnati area too; check its official site for details.
What else is there to do near Cincinnati?
The Kings Island Halloween Haunt is a regional option if your trip lines up with its season. You can also compare our picks for the best haunted houses in America, and fans of oddities and paranormal events may like the Pennhurst Paracon and Oddities Expo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is HorrorHound Weekend held? Listings show the Sharonville Convention Center near Cincinnati, Ohio. Confirm the venue on the official site, since locations can change.
How many HorrorHound Weekend shows are there each year? Listings for the most recent year showed a March show and a September show in Cincinnati.
What is there to do at HorrorHound Weekend? Past editions have featured vendors, a film festival, costume contests, a tattoo pavilion and an after-hours party, according to the convention center’s 2022 write-up.
Are there VIP tickets? The 2022 coverage mentions VIP and Platinum passes. Check the official ticket page for current options.
Is HorrorHound Weekend related to Mask Fest? A 2019 recap says Mask Fest was held as part of HorrorHound Weekend that year. Check each event’s site for how they relate today.
Planning the Ohio trip? See Kings Island or find haunted houses.
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