August 15 - 17, 2025

Donald E. Stephens Convention Center

FAN EXPO Chicago

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HORROR ATTRACTIONS

Try not to scream... for a ton of jaw-dropping interactive shows and exciting guests. Sign up to the e-newsletter to receive horror updates.

MEET YOUR FAVORITE HORROR CELEBRITIES

From monsters and their victims, to directors and special effects artists, horror has come to FAN EXPO Chicago. Horror celebrities will be on hand to sign autographs, pose for photos, and meet with their fans.

HORROR PANELS & MORE

Are you passionate about horror and interested in all things spooky, terrifying, and ghostly? Then, you won't want to miss our horror programming. Between discussions, debates, and cosplay 'how-tos', there is something for everyone. Check the daily schedule closer to the show to find out when and where the fun happens.

HORROR COSPLAY MEETUPS

Are you a horrifying monster in search of fellow ghouls, goblins, and the undead? A slasher in need of a victim? A vampire or witch looking for your coven? Then, you won’t want to miss FAN EXPO Chicago's horror photo ops and themed cosplay meetups. Check the schedule closer to show time for more details.

HORROR WRITERS ASSOCIATION

The HWA Chicagoland Chapter is the regional chapter of the Horror Writers Association. The Chapter consists of local writers, editors, artists, publishers in and around the Chicagoland area to help support, promote and network with others in the genre. The Chapter hosts monthly meetings at local libraries and/or bookstores in the Chicagoland area for anyone who is interested in horror or dark literature. The Horror Writers Association (HWA) is a nonprofit organization of writers and publishing professionals around the world, dedicated to promoting dark literature and the interests of those who write it.