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5 Reasons Creep it Real OC Deserves a Spot on Your Fall Calendar
Creep It Real OC is back Sept. 11-13, and if you've never made the trip out to the Heritage Museum of Orange County for it, this is the year. From 100+ small Halloween vendors to a 12-acre historic setting decorated for the season, endless photo ops, roaming characters, and a ticket that gives back to a nonprofit museum, here are five reasons this event deserves a spot on your fall calendar.
10 Hidden Gems at Midsummer Scream
Midsummer Scream is turning 10, and after five visits to Long Beach, I've learned this event rewards the people who know where to look. Here are 10 hidden gems worth building into your weekend, from the fog-lit bar in Hall of Shadows to a quiet, moving tribute happening in every haunt this year.
It’s Almost Halfway to Halloween — Here’s Where to Celebrate
October feels far away, but Halfoween is right around the corner. From Salem's Wicked New England to LA's Spooky Swap Meet, here are five can't-miss events for Halloween lovers this spring.
Halloween Haul: Midsummer Scream 2025
What did I shop for at Midsummer Scream 2025? The better question is what didn’t I shop for? My haul includes the newest dress from Black Mast, a Halloween countdown calendar, and some killer books.
Midsummer Scream 2025
Year five of attending Midsummer Scream is done. Here is an insider’s look at the world’s largest Halloween and horror convention in the world in Long Beach, CA.
Why I Keep Returning to Midsummer Scream
2025 is my fifth year returning to Midsummer Scream. As a content creator who has attended conventions across the country…why do I keep going back? Find out.
Conventions for Halloween Lovers
Wouldn't it be great if there was a Comic-Con style gathering of Halloween fans? There are, my spooky friend! Here is a list of the BEST conventions for Halloween lovers to attend each year, plus links to every website.
Halloween Haul: Creep It Real OC 2024
My favorite part of events? The shopping. I love the chance to meet the creators behind the small businesses I adore, and Creep It Real OC 2024 more than delivered that opportunity. Here's everything that came home with me!
Creep It Real OC 2024
Come with me to Creep It Real OC for the first time ever! This year's "Nostalgic" theme meant the event was pumped full of 80s and 90s Halloween goodies, plus tons of great vendors, entertainment, and more.
5 Things I Want to See at my First Creep It Real OC
I’m headed to my first-ever Creep It Real in Orange County, CA this year. Here are five things I’m excited to see — plus where you’ll be able to find my magazine for sale at the event!
Things to Know Before You go to Midsummer Scream
Headed to Midsummer Scream for the first time? Here's everything you need to know before going, from a four-year veteran.
Midwest Haunters Convention 2024
Come with me to my first-ever Midwest Haunters Convention in Rosemont, IL and see what it’s like to attend haunt cons as a Halloween lover