Buy Your Tickets for the Second Annual Hallow-Fest Today!
$80
$40
$25
Kids under 6 are free
Grab a Weekend Ticket and come to our Friday Night PJ Party
🎉 We're turning TWO — and it's all thanks to YOU! 🎉
To celebrate kicking off the excitement for 2025, we're throwing a Pre-Con Pajama Party you won't want to miss!
📆 Friday, October 10
🎧 Hosted by TJ the DJ
🎁 Pre-Reg Exclusive
Join us for a spook-tacular Friday night filled with:
🎶 Live music
🎮 Games
🎉 Prizes
🎭 Costume & Pajama Contests
So grab your comfiest PJs or your best spooky fit and come party with us for a ghoulishly good time. Who knows? You might just take home the Best Pajamas prize!
💀 Pre-register now for 2025 and get in on the fun! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Our Services
Karaoke
Step up to the mic and sing your heart out! Whether you're a shower soloist or a seasoned stage star, Karaoke is your time to shine. With an endless song list, good vibes, and zero judgment, it’s not about hitting the perfect note, it’s about having a blast. So warm up those vocal cords, the spotlight’s waiting!
Get ready to explore a vibrant world of creativity, flavor, and fun! From handcrafted treasures and one-of-a-kind art and locally made goods, our vendors are a celebration of community talent and small business magic. Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, treating yourself to something, or just soaking in the vibes, there’s something for everyone.
We have a diverse selection of Authors, Voice Actors, and Cosplayers who will be running panels at this years Hallow-Fest. Check out the Guests tab here on the website to learn more about them!
From thought-provoking discussions to intense fandom debates, our panels bring people together. Learn and discuss a wide range of topics with like-minded fans!
Welcome to the shooting star maid cafe, the ultimate maid café experience where whimsy meets warmth. We provide a family-friendly convention based experience. Come in and let our enchanting maids make your day a little brighter!
If you are an experienced Game Master looking to share your talents or a gaming newbie, come by our Tabletop Game room and make new friends.
You and your classmates are sentenced to detention! But things get much worse when you are trapped in the haunted classroom by a yurei, or tortured spirit. There is one way out: Solve the riddles within 50 minutes to free the ghost, or remain in detention for eternity!
PC, Classic Console, and Arcade Gaming
Our PC, Classic Console, and Arcade Gaming is Sponsored by the Shoufu-Con Team!
Activities
Unleash your imagination in our Activities Room! This is a hands-on space for all ages to get creative, make something magical, and take home a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! Drop in anytime during the weekend for a dose of color, creativity, and fun!
Welcome to The Mystic Mug Tavern, where medieval charm meets magical revelry! Our tavern is a haven for adventurers, nobles, and mystical beings alike. Gather your party, raise your tankards, and let the adventure begin!
Fun for all ages!
Our team works hard to make sure we have a little something for everyone! Is there something you would like to see at the con? Let us know!
Cosplaying!
Hallow-Fest celebrates creativity and costume magic. Come show off your cosplay creations and be part of the fun! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, we can't wait to see your style shine.
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Special Thank you to our Sponsors
Shoufu-Con
Chicago Steampunk Expo
Reach out to Newton@IronShieldEvents.com to Sponsor our Event