Halloweenapalooza

06/04/2026

The dead are rising once again at Halloweenapalooza! We're thrilled to welcome back Mark Donovan, best known to horror fans as the unforgettable zombie from Shaun of the Dead! As we embrace our zombie-themed year, it's only fitting that one of the most recognizable members of the undead joins us in Ottumwa on October 9–10. Whether you're a longtime fan of the film or just love all things zombie, you'll want to stop by and meet Mark, grab an autograph, and celebrate the walking dead with us at Halloweenapalooza 2026!

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE PRE-SALE DISCOUNT ON PASSES!! The sale will end on September 30th. Children 12 & under get in free. Go to: https://www.halloweenapalooza.com/event-details/halloweenapalooza-2026

Mark your calendars, and stay tuned for more exciting announcements to come! Like, share, and spread the word to all your fellow horror enthusiasts.

06/02/2026

Book your stay at the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa, the new hotel in walking distance from Bridge View Center.

Click https://www.halloweenapalooza.com/hotel to choose your room with our special room rate applied.

You can also visit https://staycobblestone.com/ia/ottumwa/ and use the code: HLPZA26

Or call (641) 244-3644 and mention Halloweenapalooza to reserve your room.

Don’t miss your chance to meet horror icons at Iowa’s premier horror event— October 9–10 at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa, Iowa.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE PRE-SALE DISCOUNT ON PASSES!! The sale will end on September 30th. Children 12 & under get in free. Go to: https://www.halloweenapalooza.com/event-details/halloweenapalooza-2026

Mark your calendars, and stay tuned for more exciting announcements to come! Like, share, and spread the word to all your fellow horror enthusiasts. See you at Halloweenapalooza 2026!!

05/27/2026

🧟 WARNING FROM THE HLPZA OUTBREAK RESPONSE TEAM 🧟

Vendor spaces for Halloweenapalooza 2026 are disappearing faster than survivors in a zombie movie…

⚠️ ONLY A FEW TABLES REMAIN ⚠️

If you’ve been lurking in the shadows waiting to apply, this is your sign from beyond the grave. Vendors featuring horror, spooky art, collectibles, apparel, oddities, handmade goods, and more — NOW is the time.

🧠 Spots start at $90 for BOTH DAYS
🪦 Limited tables remain
🩸 Once they’re gone… they stay dead.

Apply before the horde takes the last spaces:

www.halloweenapalooza.com/vendors

04/24/2026

The infection is spreading…
We’re excited to welcome Miguel A. Núñez Jr. to Halloweenapalooza! A fan-favorite known for his roles in The Return of the Living Dead and Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning, Miguel helped define a generation of horror with equal parts chaos, attitude, and unforgettable moments.

From battling the undead to surviving one of horror’s most infamous camps, he’s no stranger to things that just won’t stay buried…
And neither are we. 🧟‍♂️

Don’t miss your chance to meet this horror icon at Iowa’s premier horror event— October 9–10 at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa, Iowa.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE PRE-SALE DISCOUNT ON PASSES!! The sale will end on September 30th. Children 12 & under get in free. Go to: https://www.halloweenapalooza.com/event-details/halloweenapalooza-2026

Mark your calendars, and stay tuned for more exciting announcements to come! Like, share, and spread the word to all your fellow horror enthusiasts. See you at Halloweenapalooza 2026!!

04/20/2026

Wanna play a game? Let's get 150 "GOINGS" and we'll ANNOUNCE OUR NEXT GUEST!!

And to help, invite your friends to the event Halloweenapalooza 2026 because we have more announcements this year!!

FB Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1697758088322961

04/15/2026

We’re kicking off our first guest announcement with none other than horror legend Ken Foree! Known for his unforgettable roles in Dawn of the Dead, Leatherface: Texas Chainsaw Massacre III, Halloween, and The Devil's Rejects, Ken has been surviving—and slaying—onscreen for decades.

Now he’s heading to Halloweenapalooza 2026… and something tells us he won’t be coming alone. 🧟‍♂️

Don’t miss your chance to meet this horror icon at Iowa’s premier horror event— October 9–10 at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa, Iowa.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE PRE-SALE DISCOUNT ON PASSES!! The sale will end on September 30th. Children 12 & under get in free. Go to: https://www.halloweenapalooza.com/event-details/halloweenapalooza-2026

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more exciting announcements to come! Like, share, and spread the word to all your fellow horror enthusiasts. See you at Halloweenapalooza 2026!!

04/01/2026

🧟‍♂️ THE DEAD ARE RISING… AND THEY’RE SELLING STUFF 🧟‍♀️

The call for vendors for Halloweenapalooza 2026 is officially OPEN!

From creepy collectibles to killer creations, we’re summoning vendors from beyond the grave to join us. But beware… spaces are limited, and once they’re gone—they’re gone.

⚰️ Spots start at just $90 for BOTH days
🧠 They WILL sell out fast
🔗 Apply now: https://www.halloweenapalooza.com/vendors

Don’t wait until you’re shambling through the leftovers—secure your spot before the horde takes them all!

01/05/2026

🎬🩸 CALL FOR ENTRIES IS NOW OPEN! 🩸🎬

Filmmakers of the macabre—this is your moment. Submissions are officially open for the Halloweenapalooza Film Festival! If you’ve crafted a horror short that creeps, crawls, screams, or shocks, we want to see it on the big screen.

From slashers and supernatural scares to psychological terror and indie nightmares, all horror styles are welcome. Join us and be part of the spooky celebration that is Halloweenapalooza.

🎥 Submit your film now and let your horror haunt the theater.
👉 https://filmfreeway.com/halloweenapalooza

Halloweenapalooza is the state’s only horror film showcase. This festival is created by horror filmmakers for horror fans. We hope to provide an educatio...

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween, horror fans! 👻

As the monsters come out to play tonight, we’re already brewing up something wicked for next year...

🦇 SAVE THE DATE! 🦇
Halloweenapalooza 2026 will take place October 9–10, 2026 at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa, Iowa!

Mark your calendars, sharpen your stakes, and get ready for another year of frightful fun, killer guests, and spooky surprises.

Stay safe, have a hauntingly good Halloween, and we’ll see you... in the dark. 🕸️🖤

10/27/2025