Calling all horror fans, movie buffs, and pop culture collectors! Florida Horror-Fest, the premier single-day touring horror convention, is officially making its way to Southwest Florida. On Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, the DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops will transform into the ultimate regional hub for all things spooky, offering an immersive day of buying, selling, and community fandom.
Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Florida Horror-Fest is a dedicated mecca designed for every tier of fan, from vintage horror memorabilia seekers to modern thriller buffs. The convention features a sprawling marketplace packed with vendors, local artists, and exhibitors showcasing a massive variety of comic books, magazines, toys, movies, movie posters, artwork sketches, apparel, and more.
Event highlights include:
- The Horror Marketplace: Dozens of specialized vendors buying, selling, and trading rare horror collectibles, hard-to-find movie posters, and retro monster toys.
- Celebrity Meet-and-Greets: Fan-favorite industry professionals and celebrities will be in attendance for exclusive signings and photo opportunities throughout the day, featuring actor Warrington Gillette (Jason from Friday the 13th Part 2) and actor James C. Leary (Clem from Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
- Family-Accessible Pricing: General admission is $20. Kids 11 and under are free to enter (limit 1 child per paid adult admission), and additional children 11 and under are $10.
“Florida Horror-Fest is built by long-time collectors, for collectors,” says the promotional team. “Our goal is to give the Fort Myers community a focused, high-energy environment where they can hunt for their favorite memorabilia, meet industry professionals, and share their passions with thousands of local peers.”…