This is the convention where the people who actually build movie monsters set up shop: prosthetics artists, creature shops, mask makers and sculptors, selling and demonstrating in the same hall. Landing the weekend after the first week of October puts it in the thick of the season, and Burbank's proximity to the studios means the vendor floor skews toward working effects artists rather than general pop-culture merch. Friday is a short evening session; Saturday and Sunday are the full seven-hour
What to expect
A convention-centre exhibit hall with more than 150 vendor booths, live special-effects makeup demonstrations, panels and presentations, and tables where signing guests take autographs and photos.
Good to know
- Show hours per the organiser: Friday 6–11 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
- The organiser states there are no refunds and that tickets are non-transferable between days.
- Autograph fees are set by the guests, not the convention; the organiser says to expect roughly $40–$80.
- Autographs and meet-and-greets are not included with admission.
- The venue is on North Hollywood Way, a short distance from Hollywood Burbank Airport.
Going? Keep it.
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Common questions
What are the show hours?
Friday 6–11 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.–6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., per the organiser.
Can I swap my ticket to another day?
No. The organiser states tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to a different date.