There’s something beautiful about the way October air settles over St. Augustine — warm enough to wander, cool enough to wear black velvet without regret. And just when the nights begin to feel longer, Scream City Con returns to breathe life (and a little death) into the historic city. It happens October 25–26, 2025, at the Renaissance St. Augustine Resort at World Golf Village, and it promises two days of pure horror bliss.
This isn’t your average convention. It’s a gathering of kindred spirits — the ones who still prefer flickering candles to LED lights and feel most at home under a full moon. Horror icons like Tyler Mane from Halloween, Kim Coates of Sons of Anarchy, and Khary Payton from The Walking Dead will be there, ready to share stories from the darker corners of their worlds.
The vendor hall will tempt you with all manner of eerie treasures — handmade art, gothic jewelry, vintage collectibles, and creations only the brave would bring home. Between panels, photo ops, and after-hours mischief, there’s a pulse that hums through the whole weekend — a reminder that horror isn’t just a genre, it’s a community.
Those staying at the resort can drift from costume parties to late-night gatherings without ever leaving the haunted atmosphere. And honestly, why would you want to? St. Augustine carries enough ghosts of its own to make even the most jaded horror fan feel right at home.
So if the sound of chainsaws, laughter, and echoing screams fills your heart with joy — you’ll find your people at Scream City Con. Just remember to bring a touch of black and a love for the beautifully strange.
Jenna Zombie
Rotting in Florida. I game, watch horror movies, and scream at idiots who split up in haunted houses. If your story doesn’t ruin my sleep, don’t bother.
