Are you a fan of horror and interested in attending comic conventions? Are you looking for some spooky events to attend at San Diego Comic Con? Well, you’re in luck because this list has you covered. Here are 10 thrilling activities you can check out during your time at SDCC:
1. Twilight Zone: The Movie 40th Anniversary screening
When: Wednesday July 19, 2023 7:00pm – 8:41pm PDT
Where: Grand 5, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Join the discussion about Twilight Zone: The Movie and its place in cinema history. Directors like Steven Spielberg, Joe Dante, and George Miller contributed to this anthology film, and controversies surrounding one segment will surely be explored.
2. Splattergore: The History of 90’s Horror Comics
When: Thursday July 20, 2023 7:00pm – 8:00pm PDT
Where: Room 25ABC
Frank Forte, Tim Vigil, David Quinn, and Joshua Sky will discuss the macabre and violent horror comics of the 1990s. Explore the influences from iconic horror movies and the impact these comics had on the genre.
3. Horror at The Library: Junji Ito
When: Thursday July 20th, 2023 11:00am – 12:00pm PDT
Where: Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library
Don’t miss the chance to hear Junji Ito, a grand master of horror, discuss his craft and the power of nightmares. This event is expected to be highly popular, so arrive early to secure your seat.
4. 35th Anniversary of Beetlejuice
When: Thursday July 20, 2023 6:00pm – 7:00pm PDT
Where: Room 25ABC
Join renowned makeup artist Ve Neill as she reveals secrets and discusses the creative process behind the iconic character Beetlejuice. This panel is a must-attend for aspiring makeup artists.
5. Queer Horror
When: Friday July 21, 2023 3:00pm – 4:00pm PDT
Where: Room 4
Explore the question of whether Queer Horror exists as a genre and the impact of queerness in shaping the horror genre. This discussion promises to be validating, enlightening, and essential for horror enthusiasts.
6. Jamie Lee Curtis’s Mother Nature: A Candid Discussion of Her All-New Graphic Novel/Movie
When: Friday July 21, 2023 1:00pm – 2:00pm PDT
Where: Room 6A
Horror icon Jamie Lee Curtis, along with Russell Goldman and Karl Stevens, will discuss their comic centered around humanity’s treatment of mother nature. This event is generating significant excitement within the horror community.
7. Horror Writers AMA (Ask Me Anything) with the Creators of Storm King Comics
When: Friday July 21, 2023 4:00pm – 5:00pm PDT
Where: Room 29AB
Join experienced horror creators from Storm King Comics for a lively discussion on breaking into the industry, staying consistent, and crafting scary comics. This is a great opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business.
8. Zombie Love Studios: Blood in Four Colors – A New Era of Horror in Comics
When: Friday July 21, 2023 6:45pm – 7:45pm PDT
Where: Room 6DE
Discover the captivating world of Rodney Barnes and Jason Shawn Alexander’s Killadelphia and explore the unique vampire-verse they have created. Expect exciting announcements and insights into upcoming projects.
9. A Scare is Born
When: Saturday July 22, 2023 12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT
Where: Room 7AB
Delve into the mechanics of scary writing with some of the biggest names in contemporary horror fiction, including Erin A. Craig, Johnny Compton, Silvia Moreno-García, Chuck Tingle, and Catriona Ward. Don’t miss this eye-opening panel.
10. Needful Things: Collecting Stephen King
When: Saturday July 22, 2023 3:00pm – 4:00pm PDT
Where: Grand 12 & 13
Join the discussion on collecting Stephen King memorabilia and celebrating his incredible body of work. This panel is a must for fans of the legendary horror author.
Make sure to mark your calendars and take part in these thrilling and hair-raising events at San Diego Comic Con.