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MAY 1st - 3rd 2026

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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...
Person with dramatic, cracked doll face makeup and dark eye shadow channels Arreah’s eerie Franken-Figurines, hand near their cheek.

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...
Vintage haunted house drawing with eerie broken windows under a full moon, framed by "Scare Productions, Inc." text above and below.

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 -...
Eerie red background with bare branches sets a chilling horror mood for Deadly Darlings' "Whispers in the Woods," Room 1363.

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...
This is a metallic badge showcasing the phrase "biohazard party" along with an emblem of the biohazard symbol.

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...
A dark castle under a twilight sky, with a child reading on the grass. Text above advertises the VIP Macabre Mortuary event.

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...
A bald man with tattoos posing for a photo.

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...
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....
A group in costume poses at a themed event, flaunting "Slide Area" signs, representing the spirited Slider Team.

Northwest Possessed Slider Team

May 1 - May 3
  Seattle’s own slider team, The NORTHWEST POSSESSED, are returning to Crypticon Seattle and this time they have gathered a...
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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...
A frightened man faces a swarm of small, eerie creatures beneath the text: "Wicked Harmonies Karaoke.

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...
Group of people in zombie makeup with wild expressions, reaching toward the camera at a Seattle thrillers event.

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...
A Saphira Velociraptor costume perches atop a car at Crypticon Seattle 2025, surrounded by trees and buildings.

Saphira Velociraptor Returns to Crypticon Seattle 2026

May 1 - May 3
Saphira Velociraptor took over Crypticon Seattle in 2019 ~with her first ROAR she stole our hearts!  Come see her as...
Poster for "Labyrinth of Horrors" featuring aerial performers and circus art, with event and production details.

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...
Black and white drawing of a sinister figure in a hat holding a book titled "Crypticon Seattle 2025 Contest Anthology.

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 2026,...
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...
A group in costume poses on stage, some sitting, some standing, with playful and dramatic expressions.

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...
A man in a straw hat and Zayda smile and pose for a photo outside on a sunny day.

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...
A Dutch man showcases a colorful Frankenstein-style body painting demo against a steampunk-themed background.

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...
Smiling Zayda poses with two black bleach t-shirts featuring hand-painted monster designs and price signs.

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...
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...
Performer eating and breathing fire, surrounded by flames; text reads "Inferno-a-GoGo: A Fire Spectacle.

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...
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Crypticon Seattle Costume Contest

May 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Crypticon Seattle 2025 Costume Contest May 2nd @ 6:00 Pm – 7:30 PM   1st Place Prizes From Cast of...
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...
A dark, gothic pageant poster with a queenly figure and bold "SUPREME Crypt Monster Pageant" text.

🩸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 for...

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