Experience the unforgettable at Nightmare Weekend Raleigh as horror legends join together under one roof! Expect epic panels, jaw-dropping cosplay, and edge-of-your-seat unforgettable moments with your favorite celebs, voice actors, creators, and fellow fans. This will be an event to remember, so don’t miss out!
Click Here For TicketsJoin us October 10-11, 2026, for a frightfully good time at Nightmare Weekend Raleigh at the Raleigh Convention Center.
SATURDAY 10 AM to 1 AM
SUNDAY 10 AM to 7 PM
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S Salisbury St
Raleigh, NC 27601
(954) 231-0574‬
SATURDAY 10 AM to 8 PM
SUNDAY 10 AM to 5 PM
Our special events, featuring celebrity encounters, upgraded event packages, and more, will take your Nightmare Weekend experience to new heights!
Coming SoonExplore a galaxy of cosplay with contests, meetups, special guests, and so much more!
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Be more than an attendee! Find applications for volunteers, panels, fan groups, professional creators, entertainment, press, and more at the link below!
Get InvolvedCome in costume or come as you are! Take part in our legendary Costume and Cosplay Contests with awesome prizes & famous cosplay guest judges! Compete for over $4,000 in cash, plus medals, trophies, and bragging rights!
Bringing a PROP? Make sure to check our policy HERE for safety requirements.
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Please Note: Requests are not guaranteed. We wish we could work with all of the stars, but schedules and budgets don't always align.
