About the event

Things get creepy this OCTOBER at NIGHTMARE WEEKEND! Galaxycon's ghosts and goblins gather together to present 2 Days of Scary Celebrities, Petrifying Parties, Villainous Vendors, Ghastly Gaming, Creepy Cosplay Contests, and Fearful Fun for EVERYONE! Join us October 10 -11, 2026 for a frightfully good time at Nightmare Weekend Raleigh at The Raleigh Convention Center. If you have questions, please email info@

Dates

Oct 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM - Oct 11, 2026 · 7:00 PM(GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

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Location

North Carolina, United States

500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, North Carolina 27601, United States

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In the event of any postponement, all tickets shall be transferred to the rescheduled dates.

Tickets

Price: $20.00-215.00 + Applicable Fees and Taxes

Admission

Nightmare Weekend Raleigh 2 Day VIP Full Weekend Pass

$245.38

Includes Base Price: $215.00, Tax: $15.59, Processing fees: $14.79

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500 South Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27601

Oct 10, 2026 10:00 am - Oct 11, 2026 8:00 pm EDT

October 11th, 2026 at 8:00 pm EDT

The Saturday & Sunday 2 Day VIP Pass grants admission to all events happening from open to close on Saturday & Sunday except for a small number of VIP Events and Premier Celebrity Experiences that would require an additional ticket. Kids 9 and under get in FREE with paid adult. Up to 3 children for each adult. Benefits include: A) Special registration booth for VIP’s (B) Full Admission to the festival for both days (C) Exclusive VIP Badge (D) Nightmare Weekend Lanyard (E) 72 Hour Guarantee Window for Photo Ops (F) Entry to the Saturday Night V.I.P. Cocktail party: Featuring some celebrity and professional guests, music, and more! Includes 2 free drink tickets. (G) Fast Lane Access for Autographs and Photo Ops with media guests/celebrities. Guests with big lines for autographs will have a separate line for Fast Lane holders. Photo Ops will always have a Fast Lane. If you do not see a Fast Lane, please ask for assistance from a GalaxyCon staff member in the Celebrity Area (H) Exclusive Premium Lounge access (I) Nightmare Weekend Expo Bag (J) Nightmare Weekend Exclusive Pin (K) Nightmare Weekend 11×17 Limited Edition Art Print (L) 20% Discount on all Nightmare Weekend merchandise at the Nightmare Weekend Booth (M) More benefits may be announced at any time There are NO REFUNDS on admission tickets. CONVENTION EVENT HOURS: SATURDAY: 10am to 1am SUNDAY: 10am to 8pm EXHIBITION HALL HOURS SATURDAY: 10am to 8pm SUNDAY: 10am to 6pm

Nightmare Weekend Raleigh 2 Day Deluxe Pass

$159.89

Includes Base Price: $140.00, Tax: $10.15, Processing fees: $9.74

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500 S Salisbury St
Raleigh, NC 27601

Oct 10, 2026 10:00 am - Oct 11, 2026 7:00 pm EDT

October 11th, 2026 at 7:00 pm EDT

The Saturday & Sunday 2 Day Deluxe Pass grants admission to all events happening from open to close on Saturday & Sunday except a small number of VIP Events and Premier Celebrity Experiences that would require an additional ticket. Kids 9 and under get in FREE with paid adult. Up to 3 children for each adult. Benefits include: (A) Full Admission to the festival for both days (B) Exclusive 2 Day Deluxe Badge (C) Nightmare Weekend Lanyard (D) 48 Hour Guarantee Window for Photo Ops (E) Nightmare Weekend Specialty Bag (F) Nightmare Weekend Exclusive Pin (G) Nightmare Weekend 11×17 Limited Edition Print (H) 10% Discount on all Nightmare Weekend merchandise at the Nightmare Weekend Booth. (I) More benefits may be announced at any time. There are NO REFUNDS on admission tickets. CONVENTION EVENT HOURS: SATURDAY: 10am to 1am SUNDAY: 10am to 7pm EXHIBITION HALL HOURS SATURDAY: 10am to 8pm SUNDAY: 10am to 6pm

Nightmare Weekend Raleigh 2 Day Pass

$125.71

Includes Base Price: $110.00, Tax: $7.98, Processing fees: $7.73

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Nightmare Weekend Raleigh Saturday Single Day Pass

$68.71

Includes Base Price: $60.00, Tax: $4.35, Processing fees: $4.36

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Nightmare Weekend Raleigh Sunday Single Day Pass

$57.32

Includes Base Price: $50.00, Tax: $3.63, Processing fees: $3.69

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Autographs

Eli Roth Pre-Sold Autograph

$85.35

Includes Base Price: $80.00, Processing fees: $5.35

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Eli Roth Pre-Sold Selfie

$64.09

Includes Base Price: $60.00, Processing fees: $4.09

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Danielle Harris Pre-Sold Autograph

$85.35

Includes Base Price: $80.00, Processing fees: $5.35

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Danielle Harris Pre-Sold Selfie

$64.09

Includes Base Price: $60.00, Processing fees: $4.09

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Danielle Harris Pre-Sold Autograph/Selfie Combo

$106.60

Includes Base Price: $100.00, Processing fees: $6.60

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Photo Ops

David Howard Thornton Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$101.29

Includes Base Price: $95.00, Processing fees: $6.29

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David Howard Thornton Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$101.29

Includes Base Price: $95.00, Processing fees: $6.29

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David Howard Thornton In Costume Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$191.62

Includes Base Price: $180.00, Processing fees: $11.62

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Brad Loree Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$58.78

Includes Base Price: $55.00, Processing fees: $3.78

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Brad Loree Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$58.78

Includes Base Price: $55.00, Processing fees: $3.78

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James Debello Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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James Debello Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Chiodo Bros Trio Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$90.66

Includes Base Price: $85.00, Processing fees: $5.66

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Chiodo Bros Trio Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$90.66

Includes Base Price: $85.00, Processing fees: $5.66

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Eli Roth Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$111.91

Includes Base Price: $105.00, Processing fees: $6.91

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Eli Roth Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$111.91

Includes Base Price: $105.00, Processing fees: $6.91

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Brett Wagner In Costume Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Brett Wagner In Costume Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Jane Levy Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$90.66

Includes Base Price: $85.00, Processing fees: $5.66

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Jane Levy Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$90.66

Includes Base Price: $85.00, Processing fees: $5.66

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Rider Strong Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Rider Strong Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Cerina Vincent Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Cerina Vincent Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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CJ Graham Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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CJ Graham Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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CJ Graham - In Costume Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$90.66

Includes Base Price: $85.00, Processing fees: $5.66

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David Naughton Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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David Naughton Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Derek Mears Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Derek Mears Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Joey Kern Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Joey Kern Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Darcy DeMoss Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$69.40

Includes Base Price: $65.00, Processing fees: $4.40

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Darcy DeMoss Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$69.40

Includes Base Price: $65.00, Processing fees: $4.40

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Danielle Harris Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$90.66

Includes Base Price: $85.00, Processing fees: $5.66

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Danielle Harris Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$90.66

Includes Base Price: $85.00, Processing fees: $5.66

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Danielle Harris - In Costume Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$90.66

Includes Base Price: $85.00, Processing fees: $5.66

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Danielle Harris - In Costume Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$90.66

Includes Base Price: $85.00, Processing fees: $5.66

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Roger Avary Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Roger Avary Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Soska Sisters Duo (Jen Soska, Sylvia Soska) Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$80.03

Includes Base Price: $75.00, Processing fees: $5.03

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Soska Sisters Duo (Jen Soska, Sylvia Soska) Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$80.03

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Soska Sisters Duo (Jen Soska, Sylvia Soska) - In Costume - Photo Op - Saturday (Session 1)

$101.29

Includes Base Price: $95.00, Processing fees: $6.29

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Soska Sisters Duo (Jen Soska, Sylvia Soska) - In Costume - Photo Op - Sunday (Session 1)

$101.29

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Special Events

Killer Clowns From Outer Space Live Commentary feat. The Chiodo Bros - Premier Ticket

$179.93

Includes Base Price: $169.00, Processing fees: $10.93

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Killer Clowns From Outer Space Live Commentary feat. The Chiodo Bros - Deluxe Ticket

$42.84

Includes Base Price: $40.00, Processing fees: $2.84

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Killer Clowns From Outer Space Live Commentary feat. The Chiodo Bros - General Admission Ticket

$21.58

Includes Base Price: $20.00, Processing fees: $1.58

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Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

Interested in applying:

1 active application

Exhibitors

Deadline: Oct 10, 2026

Apply now

Nightmare Weekend Raleigh takes place October 10-11, 2026 at the Raleigh Convention Center .Thank you for your interest in setting up as an Exhibitor, Vendor, Independent Publisher, Developer, Craftsperson, Artist, Writer, or Filmmaker at Nightmare Weekend Raleigh. After filling out this form, you will receive an email regarding your approval status. This is an electronic agreement and by selecting the booths, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically.

Other applications

Interested in applying:

2 active applications

Nightmare Weekend Raleigh Entertainment Submission

Deadline: Oct 03, 2026

Apply now

Are you a part of an act that's interested in performing at Nightmare Weekend Raleigh?

Deep Space Boutique Panelist or Entertainer

Deadline: Oct 10, 2026

Apply now

Calling all you naughty nerds! Step off the main floor and into something a little more daring. The Deep Space Boutique is our exclusive 18+ marketplace, filled with provocative vendors, bold performances, and after-hours workshops designed to spark curiosity. It is part shopping, part spectacle, and a full invitation to explore the playful side of the convention that only opens once the lights go down.

We're accepting applications for entertainers and panelists to perform in the Deep Space Boutique. Do you have an 18+ panel or workshop idea? Are you a pole dancer or burlesque performer? Do you have an act or panel that would fit in the Deep Space Boutique? Apply today!

This application is for people over 18 ONLY. Be prepared to send a photo of your ID.

Terms & Conditions

Consent to Receive Marketing Communications: By purchasing a ticket to our events, you hereby expressly agree and consent to receive marketing emails and other electronic communications from GalaxyCon LLC and our selected partners. These communications may include promotional materials, special offers, event updates, and other relevant information. You acknowledge that this consent is given voluntarily, and you have the option to unsubscribe from receiving such communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any marketing email or by contacting us directly at info@. Please note that unsubscribing from marketing communications will not affect your receipt of transactional emails related to your ticket purchase, such as confirmation emails or important event updates. GalaxyCon/Animate!/Nightmare Weekend attendees may be photographed or filmed at any time at the convention. By purchasing admission to an event and/or photo ops hosted by GalaxyCon, all attendees consent to being recorded (by audio, visual and/or other means) for exhibition and exploitation by any means in all media (including professional photo ops) now known or hereafter devised worldwide in perpetuity. In other words, by attending a GalaxyCon/Animate!/Nightmare Weekend convention, you give your consent to be photographed and appear on camera.

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