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MAY 1st - 3rd 2026

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A Bremerton Krampus in a horned costume stands behind flames, holding a bundle of sticks.

Krampus Bremerton

May 1 - May 3
  Members of Krampus Bremerton will be bringing the ultimate Krampus Vibe your way to Crypticon Seattle 2026! Celebrating the...
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Face Painting ContoursFx

May 1 - May 3
Professional Face and Body Painting by the family of ContoursFx. Dutch Bihary, along with Arreah, Zayda and Brecky will be...
A neon sci-fi canvas painting shows an astronaut facing an alien creature on a vibrant alien landscape with 3D Chromadepth effects.

3D Chromadepth Canvas Painting Demo by Dutch

May 1 - May 3
Crypticon Seattle invites you to enjoy the airbrush process of creating 3D Blacklight art. Join Dutch on Friday and on...
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Franken-Figurines by Arreah

May 1 - May 3
  For the anticipated, terrifying sequel. Local Artist Arreah Bihary is back to provide the next generation of mad scientists...
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Pacific Northwest Ghostbusters and ECTO 360 – PKE Sweep

May 1 - May 3
The Pacific Northwest Ghostbusters and the ECTO-360 are on site and on the case at Crypticon Seattle! the largest PKE...
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The Haunted House

May 1 - May 3
Don't miss this Mini Haunted House sponsored by SCARE! Friday - 5-8pm Saturday - 12-3pm and 4-7pm Sunday -12 -...
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Seattle Thrillers

May 1 - May 3
  Seattle Thrillers would love to bring an electrifying, interactive, and fun experience to Crypticon Seattle by performing twice on...
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Wicked Harmonies

May 1 - May 2
Wicked Harmonies Where the cursed take center stage and the melodies bite back. Enter into a fairy tale gone deliciously...
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Crypticon Seattle Film Festival

May 1 - May 3
Get ready for a spine-chilling thrill ride at Crypticon Seattle Film Festival! We show the darkest, scariest, creepiest, bloodiest, and...
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Northwest Possessed Slider Team

May 1 - May 3
Seattle’s very own slider team, The NORTHWEST POSSESSED, are returning to Crypticon and this time they are bringing MORE slider...
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Cast of Thousands Studio Demo by TIM PEIRSON

May 1 - May 3
Tim Peirson has been a makeup artist for over 40 years. His talents cover a wide range of skills from...
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Grimstone Castle (VIP) 

May 1 - May 3
  VIP Macabre Mortuary Step into a beautifully twisted fairy-tale realm where shadows shimmer and magic feels just a little...
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Biohazard Party

May 1 - May 3
Step back into the 90's as Biohazard celebrates 30 years of convention parties! Come hang out and party with our...
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Deadly Darlings present: Whispers in the Woods

May 1 - May 2
  Deadly Darlings present: Whispers in the Woods Forget the castles and ballrooms. Tonight, the trees have eyes, the moss...
Skeletons dressed in costumes sit in a decorated coffin outside a hearse, with "HEARSES" above them.

Anubis Hearse Club PNW

May 1 - May 3
  The biggest horror event in the PNW - Crypticon Seattle - would not be complete without its iconic hearses....
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Labyrinth Circus Cabaret: An Aerial Arts Tribute to Jim Henson’s Labyrinth

May 1 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This show features all the main musical numbers of the beloved fantasy and family horror classic Labyrinth told through the...
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Camp Crypticon Seattle Writing 2026 Contest

May 1 @ 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  Award Ceremony FRI - MAY 1ST 7 PM   Winners/Prizes  1st Place:  $75, 2 Weekend Passes to Crypticon Seattle...
Cartoon zombie in a purple hat roasting a marshmallow over a fire, with text: "Crypticon Seattle Fireside Frights & chilling stories.

Crypticon Seattle Fireside Frights:

May 1 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
An Evening of Chilling Stories by Firelight Gather ‘round the fire for an evening of chilling takes, eerie imagination and...
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Rocky Horror Picture Show with Shadowcast

May 1 @ 11:30 pm
  The Blue Mouseketeers are bringing Rocky Horror to Crypticon Seattle Friday Night, it’s a must-see event! Tacoma's own Blue...
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Saphira Velociraptor at Crypticon Seattle 2026

May 2 - May 4
She took over Crypticon Seattle in 2019 ~ Saphira Velociraptor! With her first ROAR she stole out hearts and we...
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Paint and Take Bleach T-Shirt Class – by Zayda

May 2 - May 3
Bleach T-Shirt Class Try it yourself! Come create your own custom bleach T-shirts! Learn how contrast, timing, and technique bring...
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Body Painting Demo – By Dutch

May 2 @ 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Join Dutch Bihary from Skin Wars on the DEMO stage for a Crypticon Seattle themed body painting demonstration. Check in...
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Unbreakable Bonds: Blood Drive for Cancer Warriors

May 2 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
  Hosted by Scare Productions and Crypticon Seattle
A Saphira Velociraptor costume perches atop a car at Crypticon Seattle 2025, surrounded by trees and buildings.

FREE – SELFIE with Saphira Velociraptor at Crypticon Seattle 2025

May 2 @ 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
She took over Crypticon Seattle in 2019 ~ Saphira Velociraptor! With her first ROAR she stole out hearts and we...
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Bleach T-Shirt Demo by Zayda

May 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
See how an everyday T-shirts becomes wearable art in this live bleach painting demo by Zayda Bihary creating custom designs...
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Demo by Robert Buchta

May 2 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  Rob Buchta started exploring FX Makeup as a teenager while evading the hot Southwest summer times. For more than...
Dutch-inspired makeup application reveals a half-exposed robot skull, eyes closed, against a neutral background.

Partiers Makeup Application by Dutch

May 2 @ 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Just like back in the old days of Crypticon, renowned makeup and airbrush artist Dutch, will be setting aside time...
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FREE – SELFIE with Crypticon Seattle Creep

May 2 @ 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Stop by and meet the Crypticon Seattle Creep and get you photo with him
Costumed Krampus Bremerton participants gather outdoors at the festival, pausing for a quick group selfie.

FREE – SELFIE with Krampus Bremerton

May 2 @ 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
  Free Selfie with Members of Krampus Bremerton May 2nd Saturday 3pm - 3:30pm Northwest Ballroom 3 Celebrating the Bavarian...
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FREE – SELFIE with Pacific Northwest Ghostbusters and – PKE Sweep

May 2 @ 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Pacific Northwest Ghostbusters are on site and on the case at Crypticon Seattle! the largest PKE surge since the...
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Crypticon Seattle Costume Contest

May 2 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Crypticon Seattle 2025 Costume Contest May 2nd @ 5:00 Pm – 6:30 PM   1st Place Prizes From Cast of...
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Inferno-a-GoGo

May 2 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fire eating and fire spinning out by the hearses! We bring flow props like dragon staffs, fans, and fire palms...
Person in a demon costume holding a "Crypticon Seattle" sign behind a counter, with drinks and fairy lights in the background. Platinum ticket holders can enjoy exclusive perks and perhaps even a surprise Celebrity Meet and Greet during the event.

Celebrity Meet and Greet-Platinum ticket holders ONLY

May 2 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
        Join us in our EXCULSIVE Annual Platinum VIP *ONLY* ticket holder's party in the VIP Macabre...
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🩸CRYPT MONSTER SUPREME🩸

May 2 @ 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm
  🩸 CRYPT MONSTER SUPREME – A Goth, Horror, Monster Pageant 🩸 Presented by Drag Daddy Productions 📍 Crypticon Seattle – May 2nd...
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Sunday VIP Brunch

May 3 @ 10:00 am - July 5 @ 11:30 am
  SUNDAY VIP BRUNCH Start your Sunday in true VIP style with a hosted brunch where you can relax, mingle,...
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A Most Distressing Costume Workshop By Rob Buchta

May 3 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
  Join FX Artist Rob Buchta for a demonstration and application of distressing for costume and cosplay. We'll explore techniques...

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