Video Tag
Every video tagged “convention” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
215 videos
Ed and Marsha Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited sit down with Scott Morris of Morris Costumes at the Transworld Halloween and Attractions Convention for a candid industry conversation. Scott reflects on growing up inside the family business, the legacy of his father Phil Morris, and the traveling Ghost Shows that were a cornerstone of early Halloween entertainment. The interview offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at decades of Halloween industry history through the eyes of one of its most enduring family-run companies. Distortions Unlimited and Morris Costumes share a working relationship stretching back to 1980, lending the conversation an authentic, insider warmth.
This video covers Day 1 highlights of Monster Con 2021, a Spirit Halloween-sponsored event held at the Wonderland of the Americas Mall in San Antonio, Texas. Attendees showed off elaborate Halloween costumes and cosplay, and the event featured costume contests for both kids and adults. Horror icon character photo opportunities — including Pennywise, Michael Myers, and Freddy Krueger — were among the crowd-pleasing attractions. The footage captures the festive, community-driven atmosphere of a large-scale Halloween party and retail event.
This short-form video captures cosplay and monster costume highlights from Spookala, a Halloween and horror convention held in Ocala, Florida. It showcases attendees dressed in elaborate creature and monster looks, celebrating the artistry of Halloween-inspired costuming. The clip appears to serve as a quick event highlight reel from the Haunted Attraction Network.
This short-form clip captured at Spooky Empire showcases an Exorcist-inspired cosplay, bringing the iconic look of the possessed Regan to life at one of the horror community's signature convention events. The Haunted Attraction Network spotlights the costume as a standout example of horror cosplay craftsmanship on the convention floor. With no additional source description available, details beyond the costume subject and event setting are limited.
A short clip capturing a Chucky-themed horror fan event held at the Wonderland of the Americas Mall in San Antonio, Texas. The gathering, organized by Kings of Horror Texas, brought together Chucky and Tiffany cosplayers and horror enthusiasts for what appears to be a lively pop-culture celebration. The video offers a quick glimpse of the event atmosphere and may feature appearances tied to the Child's Play franchise.
A short, comedic clip from the Kings of Horror and Dolls of Horror event at Wonderland of the Americas in San Antonio, Texas, leaning into Lone Star State humor. Classic horror icons — Chucky, Jason, Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, and Leatherface — are playfully placed in quintessentially Texan settings like Buc-ee's and Whataburger. The gag is tailor-made for Texas residents who will immediately recognize the beloved regional brands. It captures the fun, fan-driven atmosphere of the Monster Con San Antonio 2023 event.
A short showcase video from Monster Con San Antonio 2023 featuring an elaborate Freddy Krueger cosplay that the creator describes as among the best they have seen. The costume appears to incorporate a pimp-inspired twist on the iconic horror character. The clip is a brief, enthusiastic spotlight rather than a how-to guide.
This short-form clip from the Haunted Attraction Network captures a Stranger Things-themed moment at Spooky Empire, a prominent Halloween and horror convention. The video appears to showcase a rift or portal effect — likely a costume, prop, or experiential installation — tying into the iconic Upside Down aesthetic. With no additional description provided, the content seems geared toward fans of pop-culture horror crossovers at live events.
This video from the Haunted Attraction Network captures a Pet Cemetery-themed installation or activation at San Diego Comic Con. The footage likely showcases the set design, props, and atmospheric details of the experience. As a convention-based haunted attraction feature, it offers a look at how horror IP and immersive design intersect at major pop culture events.
A short first-day clip from the East Coast Haunters Convention in Philadelphia, captured by the Haunted Attraction Network. The video offers a quick look at the convention atmosphere and the haunt industry community gathered for the event. With no source description provided, specific details about exhibitors or sessions shown remain unknown.
This short clip spotlights a standout couples costume pairing spotted at Monster Con 2021 in San Antonio — a scary clown on a tricycle alongside a Leatherface cosplay. The duo reportedly turned heads on the event's second day and earned notable attention at the costume contest. A full-length video was teased as a follow-up to this quick preview clip.
A short clip captured at Monster Con in San Antonio showcasing Killer Klowns from Outer Space-themed costumes and characters taking over the convention space. Fans of the cult classic 1988 horror-comedy will appreciate the detailed clown character portrayals on display. The video has an enthusiastic, fan-forward energy celebrating the film's enduring popularity.
This short clip captures a droid-themed parade at Wondercon 2024, showcasing a variety of Star Wars droid costumes and props on the convention floor. While published by the Haunted Attraction Network, the content leans more toward cosplay and fan convention culture than traditional Halloween or haunt content. The video offers a fun, visually engaging snapshot of the event's pageantry.
A short-form video featuring someone dressed as Michael Myers at a San Antonio mall, likely connected to the Monster Con or Kings of Horror event. The clip plays up the humorous premise of running into the iconic slasher in a real-world public setting. It showcases a Michael Myers cosplay — appearing to reference both the classic 1978 and Halloween Kills looks — capturing audience reactions.
This short-form video showcases a Foxy cosplay from the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise spotted at MegaCon. It appears to be a quick convention floor clip highlighting the costume design and craftsmanship. Given its brevity and lack of a source description, specific build or tutorial details are unavailable.
A lighthearted short clip in which actor Anthony Daniels, best known for playing C3PO, playfully refuses to answer a question from the creator because of the Back to the Future shirt they are wearing. The moment is clearly good-natured, as Daniels called the creator back afterward. It is more of a fun celebrity anecdote than a Halloween or haunt-focused tutorial.
A short showcase clip from Burton Ball 2023 featuring a convention attendee dressed as the 'Living Dead Girl,' inspired by the iconic Rob Zombie aesthetic. The video highlights the costume as a standout example of gothic Halloween cosplay at a horror convention setting. No tutorial or build content is presented — this is purely a costume spotlight.
SpookYouLaterz captures Day 2 of Monster Con 2022, a free community Halloween convention held at Rolling Oaks Mall in San Antonio, Texas. The event marks the unofficial kickoff of the Halloween season with costume contests, horror icon appearances, and local vendors. A highlight of the video is a playful 'meet the dad' moment between a child dressed as Mini Michael Myers and a full Michael Myers cosplayer. The event signals Monster Con's relocation from its previous Wonderland of the Americas Mall home to Rolling Oaks Mall.
At Mask Fest 2025, Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds shares a newly sculpted mask with renowned sculptor Jordu Schell in a casual convention-floor moment. Ed also reveals a piece of company history: an original Fangoria advertisement for Distortions Unlimited that a fan brought to the event for Ed to sign. The short clip offers an intimate look at the camaraderie and legacy within the Halloween mask-making community.
A short-form clip shared by the Haunted Attraction Network from Spooky Empire, a well-known horror convention, featuring an elaborate cosplay costume. The title playfully riffs on the idiom 'cost an arm and a leg,' suggesting the outfit incorporates prosthetic or dismembered limb elements as part of the look. With no additional description available, specifics of the build or costume materials remain unclear.
This short clip appears to feature cosplayers dressed as Dabi and Toga from the popular anime series My Hero Academia, captured at Anime Expo. The content leans toward convention cosplay showcase rather than Halloween or haunt-specific material. With no source description and zero recorded duration, very little can be confirmed about the video's full scope or intent.
This short-form clip captures a Carnage cosplay spotted at Wondercon, shared by the Haunted Attraction Network. The costume appears to be Marvel-themed, featuring the Spider-Man villain Carnage. With no description or runtime to draw from, content details are limited beyond what the title suggests.
This short-form clip from the Haunted Attraction Network captures a Chica cosplay from the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise spotted at Spooky Empire, a major horror convention. The footage showcases the costume in a convention environment, highlighting fan creativity around FNAF's iconic animatronic characters. With no source description available, details beyond what the title conveys are limited.
Filmed at Megacon Orlando, this video features up-close interviews with two standout FNAF cosplayers who brought Foxy and Springtrap to life in impressive wearable costumes. The creators discuss their build process, the fan reactions they encounter on the convention floor, and their passion for the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise. It functions as both a cosplay showcase and a behind-the-scenes peek at the craftsmanship involved. The video leans more toward fan appreciation and interview content than step-by-step tutorial instruction.
