Another year has commenced, and you know what that means. It’s time to release my annual Odd & Macabre Events Calendar for 2024! This is always exciting for me to work on as it gives me a teaser of what devilish happenings I can look forward to in the coming months. And I hope it does the same for you, so you can fill your calendar with all sorts of spooky outings.
If you’re new here, allow me to explain the purpose of this page. It’s to be used as a helpful resource for anyone interested in attending events that are related to the worlds of horror, Halloween, alternative subcultures and the macabre in general. Many of these activities occur in Los Angeles because that’s where I’m based, but I don’t want anyone feeling left out, so I do my best to list affairs happening across the U.S. and worldwide. I do as much research as I can and am always open to suggestions. If you know about an event that would fit perfectly on this calendar, just drop your recommendations in the comments. This is a work in progress as new events pop up continuously throughout the year, so bookmark this page so you can easily refer back to it for updates. Here’s to another odd and macabre-filled year!
Table of Contents
January
2nd: World Introvert Day
A day dedicated to introverts! For my experience, read “Being an Introvert” and check out my podcast episode “Celebrating World Introvert Day & Being an Introvert.”
4th-February 19th: Paranormal Cirque
A wicked traveling circus show. There are performances lined up for Arizona, Florida, New Mexico and Texas.
9th-May 21st: Miskatonic Institute of Horror Studies 2024 Spring Season
Miskatonic kicks of its new season of horror studies at its institute in London. Visit the website for information regarding the class schedule lineup. Classes happen online and in the UK.
11th: Salon de Herzen Presented by The House of Red Velvet
An intimate event in Los Angeles that features dark art and surrealistic performances. Location is disclosed upon ticket purchase. I’ve attended other provocative events hosted by this organizer, which you can read about here and here.
11th- February 17th: Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy
This event is presented by The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy and is actually happening in various cities across the U.S., from Los Angeles to Miami.
13th-14th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in San Diego, CA.
19th: Edgar Allan Poe’s Birthday
Read about the famous gothic writer and poet in my blog post “Poe Pop Culture: A Birthday Tribute to Edgar Allan Poe” and listen to the podcast episode.
19th: Brew a Potion Day
Potions have a long and ancient history and have been used for spiritual and medicinal purposes. These elixirs have also been popularized by fairy tales and books such as Harry Potter. This is a day meant to explore the role of potions in reality and in pop culture.
20th-21st: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Los Angeles.
26th-28th: Days of the Dead Atlanta
As far as I know, this is the first horror con event of the year in the U.S. and it’s also a tattoo expo. There will be spooky vendors, panels and appearances by celebrities from iconic horror movies. This is taking place at the Sheraton in Atlanta, GA.
26th-28th: ‘Eat Your Heart Out’ Virtual Market of the Beast
February
1st: National Serpent Day
This day pays homage to the serpent, a creature that embodies much symbolism and mystery. Learn about powerful snakes in history and mythology in this article.
2nd-4th: Creep I.E. Con
Horror convention happening at the Ontario Convention Center in the Inland Empire, CA.
2nd-4th: ‘Love You to Death’ Virtual Market Presented by Darksome
3rd-4th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Louisville, KY.
14th: Valoween
The holiday of love just got spooky. Learn how to celebrate Valoween the macabre way in this blog post and listen to the podcast episode here.
15th-April 27th: Dita Las Vegas
Renowned burlesque performer Dita Von Teese is doing a residency in Las Vegas and performing at Jubilee Theater at Horseshoe. I’ve attended many of her shows. Read about my most recent experience in this blog post.
16th-18th: Mad Monster Party Carolina
A horror and pop culture convention. Happening at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa in Concord, NC.
17th-18th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Atlanta, GA.
18th: Endless Night Los Angeles Vampire Ball
The event will take place at the Globe Theatre from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Read about my time there in this blog post.
24th-25th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Charlotte, NC.
25th: Bloody Valentine Brunch Haunted Tea Party at The Vogel Victorian
Happening at this historic estate in Santa Ana, CA.
March
2nd-3rd: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Phoenix, AZ.
5th: National Absinthe Day
A holiday celebrating the alluring and often misunderstood spirit. Read my interview with absinthe connoisseur Adrienne LaVey to get the facts on this libation and listen to her song dedicated to it.
9th-10th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Albuquerque, NM.
12th-December 13th: Mysterious Adventures Tours
Mysterious Adventures is a tour company that specializes in mystical and obscure travel experiences. There are different excursions scheduled throughout the year and across the globe, exploring vampires, the supernatural, witchcraft and more. Visit the website for booking information.
15th: Rozz Williams Tribute at Hollywood Forever Cemetery
A documentary fundraiser featuring live performances by Eva O, music spun by DJ Dave Bats, and more. Tickets start at $40.
16th-17th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Houston, TX.
30th-31st: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Dallas, TX.
April
6th-7th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in St. Louis, MO.
6th-7th: The Oddities Flea Market: Chicago
Read about my time at the Los Angeles event here and here.
17th: International Bat Appreciation Day
These nocturnal creatures are beloved by many in the goth community. They’re also absolutely adorable and important to the earth’s ecosystem. Learn how you can help end bat extinction by visiting Bat Conservation International.
20th: Victorian Oddities Market Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Ferndale, CA.
20th-21st: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Columbus, OH.
26th: World Burlesque Day
A holiday paying homage to this tantalizing performing arts form. Check out my burlesque blog series where I interview different performers.
26th: Alien Day
A day celebrating the Alien sci-fi horror films.
26th: Phantasmagoria Las Vegas
Taking place at Plaza Casino Sand Dollar Downtown at 7 p.m. Featuring performances by Mourning Noise, Eva O, The Sixth Chamber, Vampiiria Belly Dance and more. Tickets are $25 online and $30 at the door.
26th-28th: Whitby Goth Weekend
One of the most notorious goth events in the world taking place in the UK. The festival features live music performances and a Bizarre Bazaar Alternative Market.
26th-28th: ‘Out of the Crypt’ Virtual Market Presented by Darksome
27th: The Arcane Vampire Ball Pre-Party at The Crypt Denver
Happening in Denver, CO. The event will feature The Sixth Chamber, Witchlands, Church Fire and Opium.
27th-28th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Indianapolis, IN.
28th: The Arcane Vampire Ball
A vampire ball event happening at The Church in Denver, CO. It’s a post-apocalyptic vampire theme and will feature performance art, role playing, dancing and more. Must be 18+ to attend.
May
3rd: National Paranormal Day
Do you believe in the paranormal? Check out my blog post “Destinations Surrounded by Paranormal Activity” and listen to the podcast episode.
4th: 4th Annual World Goth Day Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Alameda, CA.
9th-June 22nd: Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy
This event has resurrected! Happening in various cities throughout the U.S.
10th-11th: FrankenCon
Horror convention happening at the Hilton Knoxville Airport in Alcoa, TN.
11th: National Twilight Zone Day
A day celebrating the iconic horror TV series.
11th-12th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Tulsa, OK.
11th-12th: HorrorConUK
11th-12th: Sunshine City Scare
Happening at The Coliseum in St. Petersburg, FL.
12th: Mother’s Day Brunch Haunted Tea Party at The Vogel Victorian
Happening at this historic estate in Santa Ana, CA.
17th-19th: Spooky Empire
Happening at the Wyndham Orlando Resort in Orlando, FL.
17th-19th: Texas Frightmare Weekend
Happening at the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas in Irving, TX.
18th-19th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Minneapolis, MN.
22nd: World Goth Day
A day celebrating the music-based subculture. Click above to read how I got into the goth scene and listen to my Goth Day podcast episode.
24th-26th: Carolina Fear Fest
Happening at the NC Fairgrounds, Jim Graham Building in Raleigh, NC.
25th-26th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Milwaukee, WI.
26th: World Dracula Day
The iconic novel Dracula by Bram Stoker was published on this day in 1897! Read the blog post by clicking on the link above, read my interview with the author’s great grandnephew Dacre Stoker, and listen to my Dracula Day podcast episode.
30th-June 2nd: StokerCon
A convention celebrating horror authors. Happening at the San Diego Marriott Mission Valley in San Diego, CA.
31st-June 2nd: Monsterpalooza
Celebrating its 15th anniversary this year and happening at the Pasadena Convention Center in California! Read about my experience in this blog post.
June
1st: Marilyn Monroe’s Birthday
The birthday of the iconic blonde bombshell. For your reading and listening pleasure, check out my blog posts “Remembering Marilyn Monroe” and “Kissed by Marilyn Wines” and this podcast episode.
7th-9th: Living Dead Weekend: Monroeville
Horror con happening at Monroeville Mall in Monroeville, PA. This is where George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead was filmed.
8th: Preston Castle Oddities Show Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Ione, CA.
8th-16th: Love Your Burial Ground Week
A time commemorating the historical significance of burial grounds and the workers responsible for maintaining them. Pay respects by visiting your local graveyard or cemetery or reading up on the subject.
15th: Endless Night Tampa Vampire Ball
Happening at The Castle Ybor in Tampa, FL. Read about my time at the Los Angeles event in this blog post.
15th-16th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Toronto, Canada.
15th-16th: The Oddities Flea Market: Seattle
Read about my time at the Los Angeles event here and here.
22nd: Oddities Show Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Virginia City, NV.
22nd-23rd: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Providence, RI.
28th-29th: X-Files Fanfest
An event dedicated to the iconic show The X-Files. Happening at the Saratoga Springs City Center in Saratoga Springs, NY.
28th-29th: Tampa Bay Screams
Happening at The Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center in Pinellas Park, FL.
28th-30th: Horror on Main
A horror convention happening at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel in Harrisburg, PA.
28th-30th: Crypticon Kansas City
Happening at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Kansas City International Airport in Kansas City, MO.
28th-30th: Days of the Dead
Happening at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, AZ.
July
5th-7th: Days of the Dead
Happening at the Indianapolis Marriott East in Indianapolis, IN.
12th-14th: Mad Monster Party: Arizona
Horror and pop culture convention happening in Phoenix, AZ.
13th-14th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Detroit, MI.
20th-21st: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Chicago.
20th-21st: Nashville Horror Con
Happening at The Fairgrounds Nashville in Nashville, TN.
26th-28th: Midsummer Scream
Happening at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, CA. Read about last year’s event in this blog post.
27th-28th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Grand Rapids, MI.
27th-28th: OKC’s Horror Con
A family friendly horror-themed event happening in Oklahoma City, OK.
August
3rd-4th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Buffalo, NY.
4th: Psychic Day
A day recognizing clairvoyant abilities and raising awareness about tuning into our own. Read my interview with psychic and medium Richard-Lael Lillard.
5th: Marilyn Monroe’s Passing
Commemorating the memory of Marilyn Monroe who died on this day. To keep her spirit alive, watch any of her films. I also recommend Blonde on Netflix.
9th-11th: Monsterama
A retro horror and sci-fi convention happening at the Hilton Atlanta Northeast in Peachtree Corners, GA.
10th: Oddities & Curiosities Show Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Ashland, OR.
10th-11th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Richmond, VA.
16th-17th: Sci-Fi Horror Fest
A horror and sci-fi convention taking place at Vernon Downs Casino Hotel in Vernon, NY.
16th-19th: Erasmuscon
Although this isn’t primarily a horror convention, I had to include it because it’s happening in the Netherlands! The event will highlight horror, fantasy and science fiction.
17th-18th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Philadelphia, PA.
24th-25th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Pittsburgh, PA.
17th: National Black Cat Appreciation Day
Black cats often get a bad rap as harbingers of bad luck, but those of us with an appreciation for the macabre know these ebony-colored felines are nothing but beautiful and mysterious.
23rd-October 31st: Disneyland Halloween Time
Event happening at the theme park in Anaheim, CA. This is the earliest the California location has started its Halloween season!
27th: International Bat Night
Another day celebrating bats, creatures often associated with vampires and the night. Click the link above to support Bat Conservation International’s efforts to protect these animals.
30th: Frankenstein Day
The occasion marks the birthday of Mary Shelley who wrote the notorious gothic novel Frankenstein. Find out how you can celebrate Frankenstein Day and listen to my podcast episode!
30th: Camp Fear 2: Nightmares Presented by Horror Con Scotland
A horror movie camping experience taking place in Aden Country Park in Scotland.
September
6th-8th: Days of the Dead Houston (Horror Con)
10th: Marie Laveau’s Birthday
Marie Laveau was renowned as the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans. You can read more about her in my feature “History’s Most Formidable Occult Figures.”
14th: Horror Fiesta
A horror con happening at The Opera House at Exposition Gardens in Peoria, IL.
14th-15th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Las Vegas.
14th-15th: SC Horror
A horror convention happening in Columbia, SC.
14th-15th: HorrorCon Los Angeles
The name says it all. Happening at the LA Convention Center.
19th-November 2nd: Knott’s Scary Farm
Halloween event in Buena Park, CA. It’s happening two days longer this year! More info TBA.
21st: Horror Con Scotland
Happing in Glasgow.
21st: Endless Night Salem Vampire Ball
Happening at the Hawthorne Hotel in Salem, MA. Read about my time at the Los Angeles event in this blog post.
21st-22nd: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Salt Lake City, UT.
22nd: Nevada City Oddities Show Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Nevada City, CA.
27th-29th: Terror Con
A horror convention happening at the Royal Plaza Trade Center in Marlborough, MA.
28th: National Ghost Hunting Day
A day recognizing that some experiences are beyond human comprehension. Ghost hunting has become popularized in the 2000s with the emergence of a variety of ghost hunting TV shows. Visit the Society of Psychical Research, the first institution dedicated to paranormal studies.
28th-29th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Denver, CO.
28th-29th: FrightReads Book Festival
A festival highlighting horror, sci-fi, thrillers and more. Features authors, actors and other public figures. Takes place in Columbia, MD.
October (Black Cat Awareness Month)
1st-31st: Screams Halloween Theme Park
A Halloween event happening in Waxahachie, TX. It features five haunted houses and other spooky experiences. The dates are tentative. More details TBA.
4th: Anne Rice’s Birthday
To celebrate the memory of this astounding author, read my blog post “Author of Honor: Anne Rice” and listen to my podcast episode “Anne Rice: Her Vampires & Legacy.”
4th-6th: Monster-Mania 60
Horror con happening in Baltimore, MD.
4th-6th: Spooktobercon
A horror con happening at Fairmont State University, Falcon Center in Fairmont, WV.
5th: A Spookeasy Halloween Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Santa Rosa, CA.
5th-6th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Portland, OR.
5th-6th: The Oddities Flea Market: Los Angeles
Read about my time at the Los Angeles event here and here.
5th-6th: TerrorFest
A horror con happening at Southern Star Brewery in Conroe, TX.
12th: Aleister Crowley’s Birthday
The birthday of the notorious occultist and “the wickedest man in the world,” Aleister Crowley. Read more about him in my blog post about famous occultists.
12th: Horror Con Scotland
Happening at Eden Court in Inverness.
17th: Vamp Jenn’s Birthday
I’ll be celebrating all month long, attending as many spooky events as possible, so keep checking back on my blog for new posts about my Halloween adventures!
19th: Horror Con Scotland
Happening at Bonar Hall in Dundee.
19th: Haunted Halloween Tea Party at The Vogel Victorian
Happening at this historic estate in Santa Ana, CA.
19th-20th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Seattle, WA.
25th: Frankenstein Friday
A day commemorating the novel Frankenstein and its author Mary Shelley. It typically takes place every year on the last Friday of October. For your reading and listening pleasure: “How to Throw a Frankenstein Day Bash,” “12 Unusual Facts About Marh Shelley” and podcast episode.
25th-28th: Bram Stoker Festival
Dacre Stoker, the great grandnephew of Bram Stoker, helped get this event started. Happening in Dublin, Ireland.
26th: Howl at the Moon Day
This holiday pays homage to the powerful and mystical symbolism of the wolf. One also can’t help but think of lycanthropy and the role of lycans in horror stories and film. My suggestion is to have a werewolf movie marathon or book-a-thon. You can also help protect these precious creatures by visiting Wolf Haven.
26th-27th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Sacramento, CA.
28th: National Black Cat Day
No, you’re not having déjà vu. Besides National Black Cat Appreciation Day in August, there’s also this date celebrating these ebony felines. On a side note, October is also Black Cat Awareness Month. I think it’s quite fitting.
30th: National Candy Corn Day
Of course, there has to be a day during spooky season dedicated to one of the most popular Halloween treats. Although I’m not a fan of the candy, I do appreciate the nostalgia it stirs up during this time of year.
31st: Halloween
Happy Halloween everyone! Suggested reading and listening: “Celebrating Halloween Around the World” blog post and podcast episode.
November
1st-2nd: Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
A Mexican holiday celebrating the souls and memories of those that have passed into the next realm. The Hollywood Forever Cemetery holds an annual event commemorating the occasion. More details to be announced, but you can read my blog post about the festivities. And learn more about the holiday in Celebrating Halloween Around the World.
1st-3rd: Whitby Goth Weekend
One of the most notorious goth events in the world taking place in the UK. The festival features live music performances and a Bizarre Bazaar Alternative Market.
8th: Bram Stoker’s Birthday
The author of famed gothic horror novel Dracula was born on this day in 1847.
8th-10th: Monster-Mania 61
Horror con happening in Oaks, PA.
17th-19th: Mad Monster Party: Atlanta
Horror and pop culture convention happening in Atlanta, GA.
18th: Occult Day
A holiday dedicated to raising awareness around the occult and the dark side of spirituality. Read my blog post “History’s Most Formidable Occult Figures” to get started.
23rd-24th: The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Happening in Kansas City, MO.
23rd-24th: Preserve Halloween Festival
A Halloween and horror convention happening at the Savannah Convention Center in Savannah, GA.
December
5th: Krampusnacht (Krampus Night)
The night when Krampus, Santa’s evil counterpart, comes to punish bad children. The holiday is recognized in Alpine Austria and parts of Germany but is also appreciated by those who love a spookier holiday season.
7th: The Oddities Flea Market: New York
Read about my time at the Los Angeles event here and here.
7th: 6th Annual Holiday Shows Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Bay Area, CA.
11th: Anne Rice’s Passing
On this day in 2021, the literary and vampire worlds lost an amazing author, Anne Rice. She will never be forgotten and will live on in our hearts.
11th: Maila Nurmi’s, aka Vampira, Birthday
Maila Nurmi, who was famously known as Vampira, was born on this day in 1922. She’s the ultimate vamp who was the star of The Vampira Show and was featured in several horror films. Read my book review of The Vampira Diaries.
13th-15th: Colorado Horror & Pop Con
Happening at the Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver Conference Center in Aurora, CO.
14th: 6th Annual Holiday Shows Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Bay Area, CA.
15th: Ghost Town Brewing Presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market
Happening in Oakland, CA.
Vamp Jenn's Corner 
Happy New Year 🎆
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I’m sorry for not responding to this sooner. For some reason, this comment was in spam. Thank you so much, and Happy New Year to you as well!
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Thank you 😊.
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This is a very useful calendar. I will save it. I saw that you included Screams Halloween Theme Park in Waxahachie, next to where we live and the The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is in Albuquerque just on time for his birthday (he is a student there).
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Thank you! I remember you suggested Screams Halloween Theme Park last year, and, of course, I had to keep it on the calendar. And if you all check out the Oddities & Curiosities Expo, you’ll have to let me know what you think.
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Thank you for adding Screams and I will certainly tell you about The Oddities & Curiosities Expo if we make it. I should add that rereading my comment I realized that I never said whom I am talking about. It was my younger son, who is studying at the University of New Mexico.
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So jealous that you got to see The Boulet Brothers Dragula Titan tour! We saw the season 4 tour and it was incredible. We planned to see the Titans tour too but the tickets had jumped so much in price, it just wanted feasible at that time. What was your favorite part of the live show?
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Thank you for adding Screams and I will certainly tell you about The Oddities & Curiosities Expo if we make it. I should add that rereading my comment I realized that I never said whom I am talking about. It was my younger son, who is studying at the University of New Mexico.
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To be honest, it’s hard to choose one favorite part because I was in awe to see each of the performers live. It’s such a different experience compared to seeing them on the small screen. I hope to attend a show for the next tour they have!
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Honestly, that is a reasonable response to seeing greatness live. 🙂
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Dear Duchess of Darkness 😉
What 3 events are you looking MOST forward to attending in 2024 and why?
∞,
-Nai
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That’s a hard one. Midsummer Scream comes to mind first. It’s not on the calendar yet because no dates have been announced yet, but it’s an awesome horror con. And the events happening during spooky season because I love Halloween! That’s not exactly three but those are a few 🙂
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