Eerie Horror Fest

05/04/2026

We have an exciting update to share with our Eerie Horror Fest community.

As we peer into the future of the Fest, we’ve made the decision to let 2026 be a dedicated planning year, giving us the time and space to conjure a more thrilling (and sustainable) Eerie Horror Fest in 2027.

We know this news may be a bit of a scare, especially for those who have made the festival part of their yearly tradition. But behind the scenes, we're brewing up a number of changes designed to improve the Fest experience for years to come.

While there won’t be a full-scale Fest in 2026, the spirit of Eerie Horror Fest is far from resting. We’re looking forward to staying connected through smaller programming and fundraising events throughout the year, including Eerie Horror Fest Presents... and other TBA film events.

Thank you as always for your continued support, enthusiasm, and love for all things eerie. We couldn’t do this without our beloved attendees.

Stay spooky - we’re not done yet.

All the best,
Your Friends at the Fest

12/31/2025

Can you believe it? In only 12 hours we will say Rest In Peace to 2025 and welcome the new year! To all you reading: we wish you a very happy and safe New Year's Eve. Thank you for helping make 2025 a little brighter.

-the Scabs and the EHF team

12/07/2025

The snow has come and put a chill in our bones, but thankfully we have some great photos to relive some warmer days at this year's Eerie Horror Fest.

Can't find the shot you're looking for or just want more of the fest? Visit https://www.ericabickel.com/Clients/Community-Events/2025-Eerie-Horror-Fest or DM Eerie Horror Fest!

12/07/2025

12/06/2025

Join us today for Krampusnacht Erie! The event runs from 12 - 8 today, with the Christmas Creep costume contest at 4, live entertainment from Sleigher at 5, and the annual Christmas Pin-Up Contest at 7!

Hope to see you there! 🎄

12/04/2025

It's that time of year again! Join Eerie Horror Fest at Krampusnacht Erie on December 6th at the Brewerie at Union Station to ring in the holidays horror style!

Compete in our Christmas Creep Costume Contest for a chance to win our Creeper Comforts prize basket! The contest is open to all ages, and includes any cheery holiday creep you can come up with (this includes Krampus, obviously 😉).

While you're there, stop by the EHF table to pick up some last minute gifts for the horror lovers in your life - we'll be bringing screenprints, our EHF coffee blend created by Northedge Coffee, and plenty more!

Prize Basket includes:
Two EHF 2025 zip-up glow-in-the-dark hoodies
EHF 2024 Pullover hoodie
EHF Logo Tee
EHF Surfin' Scabs tank top
EHF glow-in-the-dark Scabs Tee
EHF Beanie
The Waking Dead Coffee Blend
$20 Werner Books gift card
The Fright Before Christmas book
Two screenprinted posters - Nosferatu & The Crazies
Holiday blanket
Abominable Snowman squishmallow
Assortment of snacks, goodies and small EHF merch

We hope to see you there!

12/01/2025

This weekend, come party with us at Krampusnacht Erie!

11/29/2025

Eerie friends, if you have unwanted clothing, tools, or non-perishables, please consider donating to the cause below! The Red Roof Inn is currently accepting 24/7 donations for Restoring Lives in Jamaica, following devastating hurricanes in October.

How You Can Help
We are collecting urgently needed items to fill a shipping container headed directly to impacted communities:
● Non‑perishable food (canned goods, rice, pasta, etc.)
● Clothing & shoes (all sizes)
● Building materials (lumber, roofing supplies, nails, etc.)
● Tools & hardware (hammers, saws, screwdrivers, etc.)

Erie Donation Drop‑Off — Open 24/7 until December 9th
Red Roof Plus & Suites
10 W 18th St., Erie, PA 16501
Donations may be placed directly in our designated meeting‑room space at any time. Need help transporting items? Contact Naomi to schedule a pickup at your location.

Erie Contact:
Naomi Frost
814‑806‑6056
[email protected]

Find out more or donate financially at the link below

The devastation in Jamaica after the category 5 hurricane left countless families with… Joyce Morris needs your support for Donate to Restore Lives in Jamaica

11/18/2025

Attention filmmakers and funny people! Have a short film that will make folks laugh?

Submit it to the Cookies & Comedy Film Festival, now accepting comedy shorts through December 31, 2025.

Films must be primarily comedic, completed after January 1, 2023, and under 20 minutes. Don’t miss your chance to join a curated celebration of comedy shorts from around the world, featuring live stand-up hosts, Q&As, networking, and, yes, cookies.

Use the discount code EERIE20 on FilmFreeway to save on your submission today.

Find out more info at https://filmfreeway.com/CookiesFilmFest

11/08/2025

One of our favorite features from this year’s lineup -- Wormtown, written by Andrew Myers and directed by Sergio Pinheiro -- is now available to rent or purchase on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and YouTube!

If you missed it at the Fest (or just can’t stop thinking about it), now’s your chance to experience this unforgettable indie gem from home. It’s the perfect weekend watch for fans of body horror with religious undertones and a GREAT way to support indie filmmakers keeping the genre weird, bold, and alive.