Creep It Real OC—Orange County’s premier Halloween and horror festival—has officially announced its 2026 dates. Fans of the macabre can mark their calendars for both the flagship September event and the holiday-themed “Festive” follow-up this November.
Creep It Real OC
As the annual “spooky season kick-off,” Creep It Real OC returns for a three-day residency from September 11 through September 13. While the 2026 lineup remains under wraps, the event has built a reputation for its high-energy mix of boutique spooky shopping, themed photo ops, live music, and roaming “creeps.” Last year’s festivities set a high bar, headlined by a rare appearance from legendary Goosebumps and Fear Street author R.L. Stine.
Creep It Real Festive
The pre-holiday season crossover event, Creep It Real Festive, returns November 20 through 22. This crossover event blends the horror aesthetic with winter holiday cheer, offering a spooky alternative to the traditional Black Friday rush. Following last year’s massive “Cullen Family Reunion” featuring Twilight stars Kellan Lutz, Peter Facinelli, and Ashley Greene, expectations are sure to be high for this year’s event.
No other details about the 2026 events were announced, though Creep It Real OC shared that they’ll release ticket and vendor information soon.
Since its debut in 2019, Creep It Real OC has grown into the largest event of its kind in the region. For more information and to sign up for updates, visit creepitrealoc.com.
