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Learn More About Our Halloween Themed Events, Merch & More!
Shop Show Floor!
Our show floor is the beating heart of our show! Shop 150+ Exhibitors & Artists selling a variety of arts, crafts, collectibles, props, toys, & more!!
Floor Plan Posted to "EXHIBITORS" tab.
Attend Panels
With two rooms hosting an hourly program of events both days ranging from instructional, entertainment, guest interviews, podcast, book readings & more.
Click Link Below or View the "PROGRAM" tab.
Exclusive Merch!
Visit Halloween X-SPO Info/Merch booth in the main lobby to purchase show merch with 25% of all sales benefiting local scholarship fund at SFCC.
Exclusive Merch Below.
Call for Donations!
How You Can Help:
Bring Canned Food & Non-Perishable Food items to our Peace Bonding Tent (located outside Main Entrance) for a chance to win valuable prizes! The more donated items, the more tickets you get for a chance to win prizes, the more it benefits families in need in the West Central Neighborhood via "Our Place Community Outreach".
All Food items must be new and unopened. Any expired food will not be accepted.
How it Works & Incentives:
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1 Donation Item = 1 Ticket for a chance to win Grand Prize drawn on Sunday 10/6 at 2pm.
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If you go above and beyond with you donations you could get even more for your efforts:
INSTANT PRIZES:
1. The First person to bring 100 donations will receive 100 tickets for entry & Instant Prize of Certified Autograph of "Art the Clown" from David Howard Thornton! Limit 1 FCFS. Valued at $60.
2. Bring 75 items for donations & receive 75 tickets for entry & instant Prize $75 Gift Certificate to "Triple Play" in CDA. Offer valid for the first 6 people who participate FCFS.
3. Bring 50 items for donations & receive 50 tickets for entry & instant Prize $50 Gift Certificate to "Petunia & Loomis" in Spokane. Office valid for the first 2 people who participate FCFS.
Grand Prize:
Grand Prize winning ticket for the Ghostbusters Replica Proton Pack ($250 value) will be drawn on Sunday 10/6 at 2pm. You do not have to be present to win but must be able to come back by 4:30pm on 10/6 to collect your prize. No prizes will be mailed or delivered.
Exclusive Merch!
Visit Halloween X-SPO Info/Merch Booth (Main Lobby) for these Exclusive Merch items & other fun surprises!
Supplies are limited & we will sell out so act fast!!
Merch Menu:
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Enamel Cat-Bat Pin $13
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Cat-Bat Hoodie $45, Plus Size $50
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Cat-Bat Beanie $13
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11oz Mug $10
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16oz Glass Tumbler w/ Lid & Straw $15
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Assorted Logo Stickers $3 each or 2/$5
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Large Logo Black Tote Bag $5
25% off all Sales go toward "Jesse Acosta Memorial Scholarship Art Fund" at SFCC!
Exclusive Print "Zombart"
Free Print:
The first 100 General Admission Ticket holders through the door on Saturday 10/5 will receive 1 print "Zombart" by guest artist Dave Warren! FCFS
Print for Sale:
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If you miss out on the free print, fear not! Visit Dave Warren at his table where he will be selling and signing the print!
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Price: $10
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Size: 8.5"x11"
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limited to 50 prints on 100 lbs card stock.
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Booth: WC Collectibles #804
Exclusive Made to Order Screen Printed Shirts!
About:
Visit "Fingers Duke Screen Printed Goods" Booth (Main Lobby) to get your very own custom Made to Order Screen Printed Shirt!
Print for Sale:
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Location: Main Lobby
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Price: $28 each or 2 for $50
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Choose from a variety of shirt colors & sizes
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Select one design per shirt and watch it made right before your eyes...it's practically like magic.
"Nevermore" by Dave Warren. "X-SPO TV" by Brendon Bracewell.
"Skeleton Cat-Bat" by Ara Gotham. "Spooky Friends" by Jackie Croft.
What's in the Box?!
Free Enamel Pin Trading:
Bring any type of Enamel Pin(s) to Trade 1:1 for FREE from a selection of pins on our Pin Trading Board! Also Rare Disney Pins will be on Sale $5 each while supplies last.
Mystery Box:
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Adults ages 13 & up can bring an enamel pin to trade 1:1 either from our pin trading board or by selecting a box for a "mystery pin".
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Kids- Kids 5-12 years old do not need a pin to select a box from the "mystery box". Only one choice per day.
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The Mystery Box could contain a Mystery Enamel Pin or Random Prize!
Live Painting Demo
for Charity!
ABOUT:
Visit Professional Artist Colton Worley's table (just inside Hall C) as he creates an original Oil Painting to be raffled off for Charity! Colton will be Painting on this original art piece both Saturday and Sunday so keep checking back to see his progress!
A donation of $350 will made by Halloween X-SPO benefit 'The Jesse Acosta Memorial Art Scholarship Fund' at Spokane Falls Community College.
DETAILS:
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Get Your FREE Raffle Ticket for a chance to win the original oil painting at X-SPO Info/Merch Booth (Main Lobby).
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Only 1 ticket per Person.
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Original Painting Valued at $350!
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Winning Ticket will be Notified via Phone on Sunday 10/6/24 at 2pm.
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Winner must be able to return by 5pm on Sunday to pickup the Painting in-person. Painting will not be mailed or delivered.
Exclusive Print "Icelynn"
Print for Sale:
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Exclusive "Icelynn" art print by Sveta Shubina!
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Price: $10
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Size: 8.5"x11"
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limited to 25 prints on 100 lbs card stock.
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Sold at X-SPO Info/Merch Booth (Main Lobby)
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Spooky Themed Photo Booths!
On our show floor you will be greeted by different themed photo booths that are FREE to take picture in! Each photo booth will be handcrafted by local businesses.
There will be many photo ops located throughout the show floor to be explored and shared with your friends online!
Live Magic Show - Saturday Only!
Live Magic Show ft Magician Matthew VanZee!
Saturday October 5th, 2024
Time: 11:30 AM
Location: Main Stage (Hall B)
About:
Matthew VanZee has amazed and entertained multitudes of people across the country and around the world. He has delighted audiences with his diverse and deceptive talents at fairs, festivals, grand openings, nightclubs and restaurants as well as countless numbers of corporate functions and private parties around the Pacific Northwest, and across the United States. Matthew specializes in close-up and street magic, stage shows, illusions, technical consulting, stilt walking, and improvisational theater.
Live Music!
We are excited to have Elektro Grave Entertainment provide the beats as everyone enters the convention center.
About:
The premier source for dark music and culture events in Spokane, WA, Elektro Grave Entertainment has been filling dance floors and hosting events with bands, DJs, and artists since 2013. We specialize in goth, industrial, EBM, synthpop, post-punk, darkwave, synthwave, and other adjacent alternative or electronic music.
Location: Main Lobby
House lights will remain on & No strobe lights will be present.
Costume Contests
Obviously we have to have a Costume Contest for both Adults (ages 13 & up) on Saturday & Kids (ages 5 to 12) on Sunday. Remember it's a Costume Contest meaning it doesn't have to be hand made. Store-bought costumes are acceptable. More details coming soon.
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Adult (ages 13 & up) Costume Contest -
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Saturday Time at 4:00pm
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But you must sign up by 3pm.
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Kids (ages 5 to 12 years old) Costume Contest -
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Sunday Time 2:00pm
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But you must sign up by 1:30pm.
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Professional Tarot Card Reading!
Join professional tarot card reader Doug aka Lovecraft Tarot with almost a decade of practice under his belt.
Doug will help you reach your highest potential but understand the news you are delivered may not be the message you want to hear. Readings are FCFS both days of the show and are FREE with donation.
Happening on both Saturday and Sunday.
FAQ
Ticket FAQ:
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All ticket sales are final.
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Tickets are only sold at endorsed locations in Spokane, WA or online via Ticketswest.com. Anyone else who is "selling" tickets are not affiliated with Halloween X-SPO and can not be trusted.
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All tickets are non-transferable.
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If you buy your tickets in-person you are responsible for keeping track of your ticket.
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Lost or damaged physical tickets will not be replaced or refunded.
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If you buy online or the day of the show you are subject to fees.
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The box office will open up 2 hours before the start of the show on both Saturday and Sunday to buy tickets for walk-ups.
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If you buy your ticket online via Ticketswest and have questions or concerns contact Ticketswest at https://www.ticketswest.com/customer-service/request-customer-service
Show FAQ:
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Will there be food available on site?
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Yes, there will be concessions with food and drinks for purchase both days of the show.
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Do I have to Pre-Register Online to participate in the Adult Costume Contest?
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No. Not this year. Only by checking in at our Info Booth (lobby) by 3pm.
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Are store bought Costumes allowed to wear in the Adult & Kids contest?
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Yes. Store bought and hand made are both allowed at Halloween X-SPO.
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What time is the Adult Costume Contest on Saturday?
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Saturday at 4:00pm.
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Can I compete in a Group?
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Yes, but no additional prizes will be awarded if your group wins.
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What age do I have to be to compete in the Adult Costume Contest?
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Ages 13 and up.
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What age do I have to be to compete in the Kids Costume Contest?
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Ages 5 to 12 years old.
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Will a wheelchair ramp be available for me to get on and off stage?
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Yes.
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(For the Kids Costume Contest) Is Parental Assistance allowed?
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No. Kids must be able to get on and off stage by themselves.
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Are Pets Allowed Inside the Show?
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Only Service Animals are allowed.
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What time is the Kids Costume Contest on Sunday?
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Sunday at 2pm.
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Do I have to Pre-Register Online to participate in the Kids Costume Contest?
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No, Not this year. Only by checking in at our Info Booth (lobby) by 1:30pm.
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Are Handmade Costumes Allowed?
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Yes but not required.
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Is this a family show?
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Yes, this is an all ages show but parents need to use their best judgement when brining little kids as subject matter could be scary to little kids.
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Will there be any strobe lights?
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No strobe lights, no flashing lights.
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Will there be any jump scares?
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No jump scares will be allowed.
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Will this event be in the dark like a haunted house?
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No, the lights will remain on at all times.
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What is the recommended age for my kid(s) to attend on their own?
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Ages 13 & up but Convention Center and Show Staff are not responsible for babysitting or supervising your kids. We recommending at least one adult attend.
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Questions?
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Email us at lilaccitycosplay@gmail.com
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QUESTONS?
Email us at halloweenxspo@gmail.com