New England

Halloween Fest

An event for people that LOVE Halloween

Tickets for the show will be available at the door, or you can click the button below to buy ahead of time.

Show Dates: October 17-18, 2026

Event Location: Mohegan Sun Earth Expo & Convention Center

Show Hours:
Saturday: 10am-8pm
Sunday: 10am-5pm

Free Parking available on-site

The Ultimate Halloween Experience

Is the Halloween season your favorite time of year? Then mark your calendar for the first annual New England Halloween Fest! This spooktacular event will be held October 17–18, 2026, at Mohegan Sun’s Earth Expo & Convention Center.

With over 145,000 square feet of festive fun, the event is an indoor alternative to Salem and Sleepy Hollow, providing the ultimate Halloween experience! Join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating everything that makes the spooky season special.

What can I expect at New England Halloween Fest?

As true lovers of the Halloween season, our mission is to create the ultimate celebration of all things spooky. Guests can look forward to a wide variety of one-of-a-kind vendors offering Halloween and spooky-season merchandise you won’t find in retail stores, a paranormal museum featuring dozens of haunted artifacts, and a witch museum exploring the story of Alse Young—the first recorded person executed for witchcraft in the thirteen American colonies. The event also includes live pumpkin carving by professional artists, a pumpkin patch filled with stunning carved displays, and appearances by select celebrities from your favorite Halloween films and TV shows.

And that’s not all! We’ll have exciting programming scheduled throughout the entire weekend. Kick back and relax in our movie room, featuring a carefully curated lineup of seasonal favorites, or head over to the panel area, where engaging Q&A sessions will be happening all day long. There’s always something spooky and entertaining to enjoy at New England Halloween Fest!

Things to do at New England Halloween Fest

Live Pumpkin Carving

Gather round, Halloween lovers, and watch a true professional from Maniac Pumpkin Carvers turn ordinary pumpkins into jaw-dropping works of art right before your eyes. Learn more here.

Witch History Exhibit

Step inside our Witch History Exhibit, a powerful and immersive gallery dedicated to the story of Alse Young of Windsor, Connecticut. The space will be hosted by Beth Caruso the author of  Connecticut Witch Trials Trilogy, and joining her will be members of the CT Witch Trial Exoneration Project. Learn More here.

John Zaffis Paranormal Museum

John Zaffis’ Museum of the Paranormal

Star of Syfy Channel’s Haunted Collector and the nephew of legendary paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, John Zaffis will be bringing over 30 of his most haunted items for fans to see up close and learn about firsthand. Learn more here.

Carved pumpkins

Pumpkin patch filled with spectacular carvings

Ready to wander through a space overflowing with intricately carved pumpkins? Prepare to be amazed by an immersive display that illuminates every side of Halloween. Learn more here.

scare zone

Scare Zone

Halloween isn’t complete without a fright—do you have the nerve to step into our scare zone? Learn more here.

Celebrities from Halloween-themed films

We’ll even have some celebrities from your favorite Halloween movies hanging out all weekend long, ready to snap photos and sign autographs. Check out the celebrities that we’ve announced so far here.

costume contest

Costume Contests

What’s Halloween without amazing costumes? We’re hosting two separate costume contests—one just for kids and one for adults. Learn more here.

Halloween-themed Vendors

Discover a lively marketplace filled with dozens of one-of-a-kind vendors, each bringing their own spooky flair and festive creations — from haunting decorations to eerie collectibles!

Special Effects Demonstrations

In addition to everything else happening at New England Halloween Fest, we’re excited to announce that Tyler Green will be hosting two demonstrations at his booth on the show floor. On Saturday from 1:00-2:30 he’ll be giving a mask painting demonstration of his Mummy Mask Making Kit. Then, the next day at 1:00-2:30, he’ll be showing off his Voodoo Doll and show first-hand how to create your own one of a kind Voodoo Doll!

Panel Area

Hear from special guests, talented artists, paranormal investigators, authors, and halloween experts as they share behind-the-scenes stories, personal experiences, and insights into the world of all things spooky. Learn more here.

Halloween-themed Movie Room

Need a break from all the Halloween excitement? Step into our Movie Room at New England Halloween Fest, the perfect place to kick back, unwind, and soak up the spooky season! Enjoy a curated selection of classic Halloween films, seasonal favorites, and other frightfully fun movie materials throughout the weekend. Learn more here.

VIP Event – Special Event for VIP Ticket Holders

When the sun goes down, the Halloween fun is just getting started. Dance the night away  in the Earth Ballroom with a live DJ, celebrate the season with fellow Halloween fans, and enjoy a party filled with spooky vibes, great music, and plenty of monster mayhem! The party is from 9-11 at night and includes 2 free drink tickets and hors d’oeuvres including a pasta station and slider station.

But that’s not all! Your VIP ticket also includes a limited-edition New England Halloween Fest poster, making it the perfect keepsake to remember your weekend of Halloween fun.

Don’t miss the inaugural New England Halloween Fest!

Click here to buy your tickets or you can order below.

General Admission Includes:

Main Area Access, Movie Room Access, Panel Room Access.

Saturday VIP Ticket Includes:

Main Area Access, Movie Room Access, Panel Room Access, Limited-edition poster, VIP Afterparty (21+)