Get ready to shriek in delight at this year’s Hometown Haunts & Hops Horror Convention, descending upon Mayflower Brewing Company in Plymouth, MA on September 21st from 1-7 PM! As the autumn shadows grow longer, join fellow horror enthusiasts in a celebration that’s sure to be even more thrilling than last year’s inaugural event.
This year, we’re commemorating the 35th anniversary of “Tales From the Crypt” with our marquee guest, John Kassir, the unmistakable voice behind the iconic Crypt Keeper. Brace yourself for an electrifying encounter with this legendary figure in horror history.
As the ONLY horror convention on the South Shore of Massachusetts, this one-of-a-kind event promises a spine-chilling experience, blending celebrity guests, live podcasts, ghastly decor, and, of course, delicious beer from Mayflower Brewing Company. If you’re a fan of all things spooky, this is the place to be!
The convention will feature an eerie array of horror-themed vendors offering a treasure trove of macabre merchandise; from haunting artwork to collectible figurines, you’re bound to find something that sends shivers down your spine.
In addition, the event will feature…
Live Podcasts & Panels:
- Bloody FM’s Hometown Ghost Stories
- America’s Hometown Horror
- Panel with John Kassir
- Director Panel with Chris LaMartina & John Campopiano
- “Ghosts of the Bridgewater Triangle” Presentation from Tim Weisberg from Spooky Southcoast
- Horror Author Panel with local New England Authors
Also Featuring:
- The screen-worn Tim Curry Pennywise Costume from the 1990 miniseries
- Horror Trivia hosted by America’s Hometown Horror with prizes including free passes to members of Transworld’s 2023 Legendary Haunt Tour & the official Haunt of Hometown Haunts & Hops, Fright Kingdom!
- Show exclusives including an exclusive beer from Mayflower Brewing & a limited edition hot sauce from Satanic Hot Sauce
- A “Fear Garden” with appearances by the Ghostbusters Ecto-1 & the Resident Evil Racoon City Police Cruiser
- Costume Contest
- Horror Tattoo Contest
- Retro Horror Video Games
- Live Music
- Multiple Food Trucks
- An exclusive afterparty at New World Tavern in downtown Plymouth
- Swag, giveaways & more!
New for this year, the Fright Fest kicks off before the main event with the addition of the first ever Hometown Haunts & Hops Film Festival on September 20th in downtown Plymouth! Dive deep into horror lore with screenings of:
- Pennywise: The Story of It
- The winner for “Best Documentary Feature” at the 2023 Fangoria Chainsaw Awards, live from Sour Not Sorry Brewing with an appearance from Writer/Director John Campopiano! John will also be showing his film Snapper: The Man-Eating Turtle Movie That Never Got Made!
- WNUF Halloween Special
- One of the most notorious cult-classic horror comedies for any fan of 80s & 90s Halloween nostalgia, live from the John Carver inn with appearances from Director Chris LaMartina & Horror Host Aurora Gorealis, the Macabre Mistress of Ceremonies for Shocktail Hour!
Each screening will also feature exclusive meet-and-greets, short films from local filmmakers, and more creepy fun to be announced.
Whether you’re a beer enthusiast or just looking to kick off the Halloween season, this event ensures you’ll have the perfect libation to enhance your horror-filled adventure.
Tickets for this unparalleled day of horror are just $25 for general admission. Gear up for a day where the world of horror comes alive right before your eyes. Don’t miss the Hometown Haunts & Hops Horror Convention at Mayflower Brewing Co.—where every scream and every scare celebrates the spirit of Halloween. Secure your tickets now and prepare for an unforgettable horror extravaganza!
See you there, if you dare!
