Midsummer Scream 2026
For horror fans, Halloween isn’t just one day—it’s a way of life. That’s why every summer, thousands of fans gather in Southern California for one of the biggest celebrations of all things spooky: Midsummer Scream.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning attendee, here’s everything you need to know before heading to this year’s convention—including where you can find Slashers Axe Throwing & Ales.
What Is Midsummer Scream?
Midsummer Scream is the world’s largest Halloween and horror convention, bringing together haunted attraction enthusiasts, horror movie fans, professional haunters, artists, vendors, and Halloween lovers from across the country.
The convention features:
- Hundreds of horror-themed vendors
- Celebrity appearances and panels
- The legendary Hall of Shadows haunt experience
- Cosplay contests
- Live entertainment
- Exclusive merchandise
- Meet-and-greets with creators, actors, and haunt designers
With approximately 50,000 attendees over three days, Midsummer Scream has become Southern California’s unofficial kickoff to the Halloween season.
Whether your favorite horror icon is Michael Myers, Ghostface, Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, or you’re simply counting down the days until October, there’s something for every horror fan.
When and Where Is Midsummer Scream 2026?
Dates:
August 7–9, 2026
Location:
Long Beach Convention Center
300 E. Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, California
Purchase Tickets: https://midsummerscream.org/
Visit Slashers Axe Throwing & Ales Booth
Think you’ve got good aim?
Stop by our booth and play our Zombie Challenge, where you’ll take your shot at one of three targets on our zombie.
Hit the right spot and you’ll win one of these prizes:
🧟 Head Shot – $10 OFF your next visit
❤️ Heart Breaker – $20 OFF your next visit
💀 Nutcracker – FREE 1-Hour Axe Throwing Ticket!
Exclusive Convention Deals
Midsummer Scream attendees will also have access to exclusive offers you won’t find anywhere else.
During the convention, you’ll be able to:
- Purchase 1-Hour Axe Throwing Tickets for only $30 (regularly $40)
- Shop exclusive Slashers Axe Throwing & Ales merchandise
- Meet our team and learn more about our horror-themed venue in Costa Mesa
If you’ve been thinking about visiting us, this is the perfect time to grab discounted tickets before your next night out.
