If you’re heading to Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort to enjoy Kentucky’s world-famous bourbon, consider extending your stay in the Bluegrass for a different kind of spirit. Just 25 minutes down the road in Lexington, ScareFest Weekend is the perfect way to blend your bourbon getaway with spine-tingling entertainment. Sip your favorite pours by day, then dive into the thrills of horror and paranormal fun by night.
ScareFest Weekend returns October 17–19, 2025, taking over the Central Bank Center in downtown Lexington. As one of the largest horror, paranormal, and pop culture conventions in the country, the event features celebrity meet-and-greets, live panels, cosplay, and a vendor hall packed with spooky treasures. Whether you’re a die-hard horror fan or just looking for a unique fall adventure, ScareFest delivers scares, laughs, and unforgettable moments.
The schedule is as follows:
- Friday, October 17, 2025 – VIP/Black Carpet & special evening events, general admission begins around 4 PM.
- Saturday, October 18, 2025 – Full day of exhibitions, panels, vendor floor, film screenings starting in the morning.
- Sunday, October 19, 2025 – The “Kids Day” events are held all day, with fewer hours in the afternoon as the convention wraps up.
Ticket Options
You can buy tickets now via the official ScareFest Weekend ticket page.
Here are some of the admission options:
| Ticket Type | What You Get | Price* |
|---|---|---|
| Friday One-Day Pass | Access to the convention & celebrity floor, all free seminar panels and film screenings for Friday | $34 |
| Saturday One-Day Pass | Full access for Saturday same offerings | $44 |
| Sunday One-Day Pass (“Kids Day”) | Access for Sunday; includes special kids-friendly events | $34 |
| Weekend Pass | Access all three days to expo floor, panels, vendors, workshops, film festival | $80 |
*VIP, Weekend Plus, and other premium passes may offer extras such as early access, exclusive swag, etc. Check the ticketing page for those and for sold-out status.