ScareLA

FAQs

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Exhibitor Questions

We have a diverse list of over 200 exhibitors and vendors attending this year’s show including artists, filmmakers, top haunted attraction manufacturers, and many more! For a list, check out our Exhibitors tab.
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Each vendor has their own policies regarding methods of payment. Be sure to ask what forms of payment they accept before agreeing to any purchases.
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Yes, there is an ATM located in the Convention Center lobby and showfloor, but we encourage you to bring cash to be safe. We cannot guarantee operation of the ATM or length of lines.
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Applying to exhibit at ScareLA is easy! Please take a couple of minutes to tell us about your business by filling out our Exhibitor Application form and someone from our team will be in touch with you shortly. Please note, our booths will likely sell out so early application is highly encouraged.

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General Questions

ScareLA™ premiered in 2013 as the first fan convention dedicated to celebrating Halloween. Situated in the entertainment capital of the world, it combines the city’s top talent and unique cultural setting with a twist! Drawing fans and haunt entertainment professionals, the event features top attraction designers and operators, manufacturers, artists, filmmakers and more. The weekend-long Halloween season teaser celebrates California’s hottest scary faire with attraction unveils, workshops and classes, top industry panels, haunt tours, screenings and activities. Share, inspire, play – ScareLA.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

  • 200,000+ sq. ft. of Halloween mayhem in the middle of the SoCal summer
  • Curated collection of 200+ exhibitors showcasing scary goods, services & job opportunities
  • Celebrity and expert panels on the haunt business, horror entertainment and more
  • Sneak peaks and unveils of the top and most anticipated upcoming local haunts and theme parks
  • Performances by local horror themed theatre companies and musicians
  • Professional demos of makeup, set building, costume creation, animatronics
  • Hands-on workshops taught by top industry professionals for all skill levels and ages
  • Screening room to show over 75 original horror films, documentaries and shorts
  • Mini-haunts, interactive experiences, games, roaming monsters, costume party and more!
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ScareLA takes place throughout over 200,000 sq ft at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Conveniently located off the 110, 10 and 101 freeways at 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015. Take the Metro Expo Line for easy access a block away and skip the traffic altogether.

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ScareLA takes place on August 5th and 6th, 2017. The times of the event are: Saturday Convention (11:00am – 7:00pm) Saturday Costume Party ( 8:00pm – 2:00am) Sunday Convention (11:00am – 6:00pm) Registration and Box Office open at 10:00am on both days.

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Yes – monsters of all ages, shapes and sizes are welcome to ScareLA! Children 12 years of age and under enter FREE. Be sure to visit our Kid Crafts Area for children-friendly crafts, activities, storytelling, and games. Please note some of our programming may be restricted to adults 18 and over, parental discretion advised. All children must be registered upon arrival and are be accompanied by an adult at all times.

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Yes – dress to impress and bring your scary best! Costumes are highly encouraged and multiple costume contests will take place throughout the days of the convention. Rules: Please note that there will be children present, so keep costumes PG-13. Also, we ask that you do not have anything that will drip off your costume (keep your blood on your person at all times!). WEAPONS POLICY While common sense prevails, some basic rules on costumes and props you may be thinking of bringing to ScareLA: All costume weapons must conform to state and federal law. Projectile costume weapons must be rendered inoperable. Any weapon or prop with a real blade must be tied to your costume so it can’t be drawn. ScareLA reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone carrying a weapon or wearing a costume deemed unsafe at our sole discretion.

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All prop weapons must adhere to the ScareLA weapons policy. No functional weapons are allowed at ScareLA. If you do not abide by these rules, you will be asked to leave the premises with no refund. WEAPONS POLICY While common sense prevails, some basic rules on costumes and props you may be thinking of bringing to ScareLA: All costume/prop weapons must conform to state and federal law. Projectile costume weapons must be rendered inoperable. Any weapon or prop with a real blade must be tied to your costume so it can’t be drawn. No operating of prop chainsaws allowed, absolutely no real chainsaws allowed. ScareLA reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone carrying a weapon or wearing a costume deemed unsafe at our sole discretion.
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Yes, but be prepared for a routine check on entry – no flasks, flammable materials, sacrificial daggers, or weapons etc. allowed.
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Cameras and video cameras are allowed and encouraged. However, please be respectful of the artists, vendors, and exhibitors, and refrain from shooting if a presenter states that it is a camera free time. Also, please refrain from flash use during presentations. Please share your photos online via email or social media and #ScareLA!
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Concessions will be open in the convention hall along with themed food trucks. There are also numerous restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance of the venue.
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There will be no alcohol served during convention hours. A bar will be available for qualified patrons 21+ at the Saturday evening party only. Anyone wishing to consume alcohol at the party must present a valid ID. Please drink responsibly or you will be escorted out of the event without a refund.

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To volunteer at ScareLA, please fill out our application. To be considered for a volunteer opportunities you must be 18 years or older by the time your first shift begins. You must have a valid government-issued ID and have your own means of transportation.

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ScareLA works hard to secure exclusive offers from quality local hotels. For availability and rate information please see our Hotels page.

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Metro provides Bus and Rail transportation to and from ScareLA with the Expo Line Flower & 12th Street Station conveniently located near the venue. For routes and more info, visit the Metro Trip Planner or call (323) Go Metro (323-466-3876). More information can be found at our Directions & Parking page.
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According to the ADA, service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Examples of such work or tasks include guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person having a seizure, reminding a person with mental illness to take prescribed medications, calming a person with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during an anxiety attack, or performing other duties. Service animals are working animals, not pets. The work or task a dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA. Please feel free to visit the ADA website for additional information.
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Party Questions

Yes! Get ready for the Saturday night costume party! It features performances, a costume contest, mingling, and more. For more info refer to the ScareLA ticketing page.
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No, there is an additional ticket fee for the party, except for VIP Monster ticket holders.
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Get ready for the Saturday night costume party! It features performances, a costume contest, mingling, and more. For more information refer to the ScareLA ticketing page.
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No, the after party is a strictly 21-and-older event. Leave the little ones at home and come out to enjoy some adults-only fun!
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Ticketing Questions

Tickets are on sale now at ScareLA.com. Order your tickets, print them out, and bring them with you on the weekend of the event. Tickets will also be on sale at the door from 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., but are subject to availability – don’t wait until it’s too late to secure your spot! All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
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General Admission tickets provide access to the show floor, stage panels and presentations, and on-site activities and experiences.
Fear Freak tickets provide access to the show floor, front-of-line admission at the entrance, panels, and presentation, and a collectible ScareLA credential.
VIP Monster tickets include all of the above plus reserved seating at all stage panels and presentations, free entry to the Saturday night party, a ScareLA t-shirt, and personalized support by our concierge.
Please note: Classes are free to all attendees except for Make & Take workshops which require a “materials fee.” Sign-ups for make ant takes must be made in advance of the show due to the popularity and high demand for many classes and so our educators can prepare.  Registrations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit the ScareLA ticketing page for more information. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
Register for make & takes HERE >> 
For a full list of classes click HERE >>
Interactive class schedule HERE >>
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Yes – passes can be upgraded at the box office any time between 10:00am – 5:30pm. Upgrades are subject to availability and pre-registration is required to guarantee seating in select classes. We highly recommend advance purchase for interested guests.
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Lecture-style classes are available for ALL attendees at no additional cost. Make-and-take classes do have a small materials fee. Some on-site experiences and activations may require an additional fee. Visit the ScareLA ticketing page for more information. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
Register for make & takes HERE >> 
For a full list of classes click HERE >>
Interactive class schedule HERE >>
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Classes are free to all attendees except for make & take workshops which require a “materials fee.” Sign-ups for make ant takes must be made in advance of the show due to the popularity and high demand for many classes and so our educators can prepare.  Registrations are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Register for make & takes HERE >> 
For a full list of classes click HERE >>
Interactive class schedule HERE >>
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Yes, press passes are available for qualified members of the press. To apply for a press pass, please fill out the Media Inquiry form.
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Once you have placed your order online, your tickets will be sent via email. If you do not receive an email containing your tickets, please check your spam folder first. For any other ticketing concerns, please contact ScareLA Customer Support at tickets@scarela.com.
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Don’t worry! Bring a photo ID with the name of the person who placed the reservation and we can replace lost tickets.
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Unfortunately, all ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
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Tickets will be available at the door, but are subject to availability. To guarantee your entrance to the event, we recommend you purchase tickets online in advance.
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There is no deadline for ordering tickets online. We will continue to provide online tickets throughout the convention while supplies last.
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Yes. Tickets may be purchased for either day of the event during the box office’s open hours 10:00am – 5:30pm or online while supplies last.
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Although we have many available tickets, there is a chance we may reach capacity on one or both days. To ensure your entry to the event, we recommend purchasing tickets in advance.
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Children 12 and under may enter ScareLA for FREE, but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Unattended children will be fed to the monsters.
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No, admission to mini-haunts and most experiences is included in your admission ticket.
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Yes – you can! Saturday or Sunday tickets are good for the entire day, and weekend passes are good for the entire weekend. Though, with all our vendors, panels, and events, you might find yourself not wanting to leave at all… Please note, there may be no ins and outs allowed for on-site parking – if you leave the parking lot, you may need to pay again for re-entry. You must keep your credential and wristband on at all times.
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