Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Con

09/16/2026

20th Annual Flashback Weekend Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19, 2026! 35mm presentation of “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985), "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors LIX, Time Warp Collectibles, and KItley's Krypt! Gates open at 5:00PM for Horror Merchandise Shopping! 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt. Ticket link in comments.

09/15/2026

Check out the latest blog post from Nick Digilio on his site about the Midway Drive-In Dusk to Dawn HorrorFest this Saturday Sept. 19. The fest is also the book launch and first book signing event for his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS"!
Visit Nick's site and read this amazing write-up on what is happening at the Dusk to Dawn HorrorFest this Saturday! (Link to Nick's blog post on his site is in the comments).

Dusk to Dawn HorrorFest is Four Horror classics including 35mm presentation of “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985), "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors including LIX, Tike Warp Collectibles, and Kitley's Krypt, 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Gates open at 5:00PM for Horror shopping with the vendors! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt! Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo!

09/14/2026

35mm "FRIGHT NIGHT" at Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19, 2026. 35mm presentation of “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985). Photos from the 35mm print that will be screened! And "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors LIX, Time Warp Collectibles, and KItley's Krypt! Gates open at 5:00PM for Horror Merchandise Shopping! 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt at www.themidwaydrivein.net.

09/08/2026

TICKETS ON SALE for Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19. 35mm presentation of “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985). Photo from the 35mm print that will be screened! "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors, 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt at www.themidwaydrivein.net.

09/01/2026

TICKETS ON SALE for Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19. Special discount T-Shirt and ticket combo! Salute to the 80's! “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985) in 35mm, "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" (1981), "A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS" (1987), and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS" (1986) starring Tom Atkins! Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS". Horror vendors, 35mm Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Get your advance tickets now and official HorrorFest T-Shirt at www.themidwaydrivein.net.

08/11/2026

Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In Dusk to Dawn Horrorfest Sat. Sept. 19 presents the 80's Horror Classic “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985). 35mm presentation. Plus three more Horror classics TBA.
Hosted by Nick Digilio of the Nick D Podcast, and presenting the official book launch party of his new book "40 YEARS, 40 HORROR FILMS".
Horror vendors, Horror trailers, vintage concession ads, and more! Advance tickets will go on sale in September. For additional info, visit www.themidwaydrivein.net

08/10/2026

Flashback Weekend's Midway Drive In is hosting a GREASE Event -Sat. Aug. 22 - Midway Drive-In. Meet Original Grease Cast Members: Lorenzo Lamas (Tom), Barry Pearl (Doody), Michael Tucci (Sonny), and Jamie Donnelly (Jan).
Whether you grew up with Grease or you’re introducing it to a new generation, this is your chance to relive the music, the memories, and the magic in an authentic drive-in setting.
Your General Meet & Greet Ticket Includes an Unforgettable Night of Grease Magic!
Your General Admission Includes:
* Meet each of the original Grease cast members before the movie during the Meet & Greet. Say “Hi!” Or tell them your favorite story about Grease.
* Enjoy a screening of the original Grease under the evening sky at dusk.
* Join the Grease Rock Scavenger Hunt throughout the venue for your chance to win amazing prizes!
* Show off your style in the Grease Costume Contest at 7:30 PM.
* Test your knowledge in the Grease Trivia Contest at 7:45 PM.
* Belt out your favorite songs during the Grease Sing-a-Long—because everyone knows the words!
* Capture the memories at our fun themed Grease photo backdrops, perfect for selfies and group photos.
Please Note: autographs & selfies are not included in your General or VIP ticket prices. You can obtain them directly from the cast members. $40 for an autograph or selfie or $50 for the combo of both.
From the moment you arrive until the credits roll, you’ll be surrounded by the music, memories, and magic that have made Grease a timeless classic. Whether you’re a Pink Lady, a T-Bird, or simply a lifelong fan, this is your chance to relive the movie like never before!
Come dressed in your best 1950s attire and get ready for a night where “We Go Together” comes to life!
Midway Drive-In
91 Palmyra Rd
Sterling, Illinois
For tickets, Here’s the ticket link:
https://ticketbud.com/events/9eeed968-64dd-11f1-830f-42010a717015?fbclid=IwY2xjawTK-XlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlQ2F1anRWTU9BYTRhTndJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHumvHoGof3W9sNsbjGU5pArv2fA_g9PvJ8depSk3q1f-1I1eemu8MCVhKbb__aem_ReWbSDRBO7yq072P-GQg3g

For additional information, RSVP to the official event page at
https://www.facebook.com/events/1365072958905539

The Midway Drive-In website is www.themidwaydrivein.net
Gather your Pink Ladies, T-Birds, family, and friends, and join us for an event like no other!
Get your tickets now!
"NO PASSES. This event is produced and run by GREASEVILLE USA. No Midway Drive-In passes will be accepted. Please address all questions and inquiries to [email protected]
Please note the Midway Drive In has a food policy that if the customers bring in outside food or drink, that they need to purchase a $10.00 food permit to do so. You will be able to purchase the food permit at the box-office for $10.00 food permit to cars that are bringing in outside food or drink.

08/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention 2026. From the fans and vendors, to the celebrity guests and agents, everyone was amazing! Our 2026 celebrity guests were so friendly, cool, and genuinely happy to be there! The special events had packed audiences including SVENGOOLIE LIVE, the incredible Alan Howarth concert, the 20th annual Sinister Visions Costume Contest hosted by Svengoolie, the World Premieres of "THE FRIGHT STUFF" and "ROBOTICA", and all of our panels! The special costume Celeb Photo- Ops were spectacular, the evening after-parties were elegant, and the WOODSBORO Dance Party to the music of SCREAM was a blast!

Our venue, the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago is HUGE and luxurious and provides the perfect environment for a very special weekend. For us, the best part about Flashback is that it is a reunion where we get to see our attendee, staff, agent, vendor, and celebrity friends once a year. We deeply appreciate that everyone sets aside a weekend for us, and that many travel a great distance to be here.

We can’t wait to see everyone again in 2027! Our dates are June 25-27, 2027. Do not make hotel room reservations just yet. The discount room rates are not yet available at this time, but will be soon. We will announce here when the discount room reservations will be available.

But there is more! Flashback Weekend 2026 Part 2 is next month. As you know, Flashback Weekend owns and operates the Midway Drive-In located in Dixon, IL. All net proceeds from Flashback go to the operation and restoration of the Midway. This is how we support the film industry and the arts that gives us the horror movies that we love. We want you to see what you help us to achieve. Join us Sat. Sept. 19 for the Flashback Weekend Dusk to Dawn HorrorFest at the Midway Drive-In. Four Horror Classics including “FRIGHT NIGHT" (1985) in 35mm, "AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON" , "NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS", and "NIGHT OF THE CREEPS", classic horror trailers, vendors, and more. Visit www.themidwaydrivein.net for info.
Thank you for your support, and as Joe Bob Briggs says “THE DRIVE-IN WILL NEVER DIE”!

08/02/2026