Eerie Horror Fest 2024: Full Schedule & Can’t-Miss Events

The Eerie Horror Fest 2024 is gearing up to deliver thrills, laughs, and deep horror insights through a chilling Schedule. The two-day event will be held at the historic Warner Theatre in Erie, PA, on October 4th and 5th, promising to be packed with screenings, workshops, and special appearances. One standout event is the screening of the cult classic Tales From the Hood, followed by a live Q&A with its legendary director, Rusty Cundieff.

A Special Screening of ‘Tales From the Hood’

Saturday, October 5th, brings a treat for horror fans and film lovers alike: a special screening of the 1995 horror anthology Tales From the Hood. This film, known for mixing horror with social commentary, remains as relevant as ever. The screening will be followed by an insightful discussion with the director himself, Rusty Cundieff. Moderated by Dr. Rhonda Matthews, specializing in race and media, the Q&A will dive into the film’s themes of race, justice, and how horror can confront real-world issues. It’s a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from the visionary behind a film that continues to shape conversations about race in horror.

Eerie Horror Fest 2024: Full Festival Schedule

Friday, October 4th

• 2:15 PM – Special Screenings
  • My Life With the Living Dead
  • Adjust Your Tracking: The Untold Story of the VHS Collector
     
• 4:00 PM – Jenna Davis Meet & Greet
   
• 4:30 PM – Frightening Fiction Workshop: Becoming a Horror Author
   
• 5:15 PM – All Hallows’ Eve Official Selection Film Block
  • Lost Boys Pizza
  • It Came From Inside
  • One for the Cemetery
     
• 6:00 PM – Horror Comedy Official Selection Film Block
  • Yummo Spot
  • SK8 OR DIE!
  • Revenge Tour
  • S E R I A L
     
• 6:00 PM – Character Design Through Drawing and Sculpting Workshop
   
• 6:45 PM – Killer Klown Costume Contest
   
• 7:45 PM – Special Screening: Killer Klowns From Outer Space
   
• 9:30 PM – Feature Film Submission & World Premiere at Eerie Horror Fest: Vampire Zombies…From Space!
   
• 11:15 PM – Toxic Work Culture Official Selection Film Block
  • Grand Theft Demon
  • Disinfectant
  • Sempre Avanti
  • Dark Mommy
  • Spooky Crew
     
• 11:50 PM – Official Selection Short Film: Umbra
   
• 12:30 AM – Special Screening: Dracula: Prisoner of Frankenstein w/ Introduction by Oscarbate Podcast
   

Saturday, October 5th

• 10:15 AM – Morning Shrieks with Trick-or-Treat (featuring a Special Screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas with trick-or-treating after the film)
   
• 11:30 AM – Jenna Davis Meet & Greet
   
• 11:45 AM – Animated Horror Official Selection Film Block
  • The Noonday Demon
  • A Walk in the Park
     
• 12:00 PM – Embracing New Media: Unraveling the Mystique of Horror in Gaming Workshop
   
• 12:05 PM – Home Infestations Official Selection Film Block
  • Scared
  • Remnants
  • Phrog
  • Manchineel House
     
• 1:00 PM – Lost Souls Official Selection Film Block
  • The Watcher
  • Ivania
  • Passengers
     
• 1:15 PM – Maximizing Impact with Minimal Resources: A Guide for Local Filmmakers Industry Panel
   
• 1:35 PM – Dysfunctional Family Official Selection Film Block
  • Another Way
  • The Bloody Family
  • The Child
     
• 2:30 PM – Rusty Cundieff Meet & Greet
   
• 2:45 PM – Special Screening: Phantom Lights: UAPs of the Forest w/ Introduction by Director Tyler Hall
   
• 4:30 PM – International Film Competition Awards Ceremony
  • Wake (Best Cinematography)
  • We Joined a Cult (Best Editing)
  • A Prayer for My Father (Best Effects)
  • Scratch (Best Sound)
  • Juggernaut (Best Costume Design)
  • Les Betes (Best Production Design)
  • Floater (Best New Blood)
  • The Red Stone (Best of the Fest)
     
• 7:00 PM – Special Screening: Tales From the Hood and Live Q&A with Director Rusty Cundieff
   
• 10:00 PM – Heavy With Grief Official Selection Film Block
  • Naualli
  • Grandma, May I
  • The Seance
  • For When You Miss Me
  • Shiva
     
• 10:55 PM – Romantic Dismantlement Official Selection Film Block
  • The Harpies
  • Out of Body
  • The Oval Portrait
     
• 10:00 PM – 80’s Horror-Themed After-Party at Voodoo Brewery
   
• 12:00 AM – Special Screening: Lisa Frankenstein

Get your Tickets Today!

Ready for two days of horror magic? Tickets are on sale now. An all-access weekend pass is available for $45, while day passes are $25 for Friday and $30 for Saturday. Families can also grab a half-day pass for $15, which covers the morning kid-friendly programming. Children under 14 enter for free with a paying adult (up to two kids per adult).

This is your chance to experience one of the most exciting horror festivals of the year. From screenings and workshops to parties and special appearances, Eerie Horror Fest 2024 has something for every fan. Get your tickets now, and prepare for a weekend you’ll never forget!