The Shadow Over Portland: Horror/Sci Fi/Fantasy Calendar

Happening This Week

Live Attractions

Wyrd War Art Gallery (3505 NE Broadway in Portland, OR) is hosting an exhibition of the work of fantasy artist Richard Hescox (above is some of his work for the film The Howling) every weekend through April 28. The gallery is open from 3 to 7 pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

Hidden Worlds: The Films of LAIKA is open at the Museum of Pop Culture (located in the Seattle Center; 325 5th Ave N in Seattle, WA). The exhibit features never-before-seen artifacts from the Laika production studios, immersive set displays, character interactive and a sneak peek at the studio's next feature, Wildwood. The exhibit will be open through Summer 2024.

Back in Theaters

The OMSI Sci-Fi Film Festival opens today in the OMSI Empirical Theater (1945 SE Water Ave in Portland, OR) and runs through (checks the site) holy Cthulhu, Thursday, May 23! Nope, not listing everything, but I will say the selections are pretty strong. '78's Invasion of the Body Snatchers, three films from John Carpenter, Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, '53's The War of the Worlds, and the festival ends with a screening of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga! All on the Empirical Theater's four-story screen!! Visit the link for all the details.

OH MY GOD! It's an entire week (okay, six days) of the epic bad movie Troll 2 in Hecklevision at Central Cinema (1411 21st Ave in Seattle, WA; scheduled through Wednesday, April 24).

The Olympia Film Society series Reel Oddities Hungarian animator Marcell Jankovic's Son of the White Mare, described on the site as a "swirling, color-mad maelstrom of mythic monsters and Scythian heroes," at the Capitol Theater (206 5th Ave SE in Olympia, WA) at 7 pm on Wednesday, 24.

Hayao Miyazaki's latest animated feature, The Boy and the Heron, is playing at the Ark Lodge Cinemas (4816 Rainier Ave S in Seattle, WA; scheduled from Thursday, April 25, through Sunday, April 28). Please check the link to find out when the dubbed or subtitled version is playing.

First Run Features

The sci fi/comedy With Love and a Major Organ is playing at The Grand Illusion Cinema (1403 NE 50th St in Seattle, WA; scheduled through Saturday, April 27).

A group of crooks kidnap the 12-year-old ballerina daughter of an underworld figure, only to discover the kid's a pissed off vampire, in Abigail, opening tonight at the Metro Cinema (888 Willamette St in Eugene, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), the Sandy Cinema (16605 Champion Way in Sandy, OR; scheduled through Wednesday, May 1), the St Johns Twin Cinema (8704 N Lombard St in Portland, OR; scheduled through Wednesday, May 1), the Tracyton Movie House (1520 NE Riddell Rd in Bremerton, WA; scheduled through Wednesday, May 1), the Yelm Cinemas (201 Prairie Park St SE in Yelm, WA; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), Studio One (3945 SE Powell Blvd in Portland, OR; scheduled through Thursday, April 25), and the Laurelhurst Theater (2735 E Burnside St in Portland, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2). And I thought my day job was rough.

Okay, I've stopped mentioning superhero movies on the site, but I'll make an exception for this one. Vera Drew's parody The People's Joker, featuring a transgender Joker and being somewhat autobiographical of the filmmaker's journey, opens at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), the Darkside Cinema (216 SW 4th St in Corvallis, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2) and The Grand Cinema (606 Fawcett Ave in Tacoma, WA; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), and The Beacon (4405 Rainier Ave S in Seattle, WA; scheduled through Thursday, May 2). The film faced legal challenges from DC for using characters from the Batman Universe, but seems to be coming to theaters now. Guess the power of parody compels it... to be released.

Sasquatch Sunset, which follow a family of Sasquatches for a year as they struggle with the changing world around them, opens tonight at the Metro Cinema (888 Willamette St in Eugene, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), the Laurelhurst Theater (2735 E Burnside St in Portland, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), SIFF Cinema Uptown (511 Queen Anne Ave N in Seattle, WA; scheduled through Wednesday, May 1), Cinema 21 (616 NW 21st Ave in Portland, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), the Living Room Theaters (341 SW 10th Ave in Portland, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), the Darkside Cinema (215 SW 4th St in Corvallis, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), and Studio One (3945 SE Powell Blvd in Portland, OR; scheduled through Wednesday, April 25).

The Beast, a sci fi romantic drama loosely based on Henry James' The Beast in the Jungle, is playing at Cinema 21 (616 NW 21st Ave in Portland, OR; scheduled through Wednesday, May 1).

The film opens on Saturday, May 4, at The Grand Illusion Cinema (1403 NE 50th St in Seattle, WA; scheduled through Thursday, May 16).

The prequel The First Omen is playing at the Yelm Cinemas (201 Prairie Park St SE in Yelm, WA; scheduled through Thursday, April 25).

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is playing at the Yelm Cinemas (201 Prairie Park St SE in Yelm, WA; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), the Sandy Cinema (16605 Champion Way in Sandy, OR; scheduled through Wednesday, May 1), the Granada 3 Theatre (1311 Adams Ave in La Grande, OR; scheduled through Thursday, April 25), the Tracyton Movie House (1520 NE Riddell Rd in Bremerton, WA; scheduled through Wednesday, April 25), McMenamins Olympic Club (122 N Tower Ave in Centralia, WA; scheduled through Thursday, May 2) and Grand Lodge Theater (3505 Pacific Ave in Forest Grove, OR; scheduled from Friday, April 26, to Monday, April 29), and the Mt Hood Theatre (401 E Powell Blvd in Gresham, OR; scheduled through Wednesday, May 1).

The found footage horror film Late Night with The Devil is playing at the Joy Cinema (11959 SW Pacific Highway in Tigard, OR; scheduled through Thursday, April 25), and the Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR; scheduled through Thursday, April 25).

Film Festival and Stage Performance Submission Information

The third annual Stage Fright Festival, possible the world's only queer horror theatre festival, is accepting applications through April 30 for performers, vendors, volunteers and sponsors. The show takes place from Thursday, October 3, to Sunday, October 13.

The H. P. Lovecraft Film Festival and CthulhuCon is accepting submissions for the 2024 festival in Portland, OR. Visit the link above for all the details, as there are multiple deadlines (the final one is on August 1 for limited films).

The 16th Annual Guignolfest 72 Hour Horror Film Contest is taking applications for 2024 now. You can also watch the trailer on YouTube.

The Northwest Flying Saucer Film Festival returns to McFiler's Chehalis Theater (558 N Market Blvd in Chehalis, WA) this September, and will begin accepting submissions of UFO themed shorts, documentaries, animations or music videos from Northwest filmmakers on January 1. Deadline is August 18, 2024.

April, 2024

Friday, April 26

Paranormal Cirque II invites you to face your fears as they invade the Deschutes County Fairgrounds (3800 SW Airport Way in Redmond, WA) through Monday, April 29. Please note, no one under 13 years of age will be admitted. Those 13 to 17 years of age must by accompanied by an adult.

The 1985 series at CineMagic (2021 SE Hawthorne Blvd in Portland, OR) includes screenings of Re-Animator (in GLORIOUS 35mm), Fright Night, and The Stuff. The series runs through Monday, May 6. Visit the link for showtimes.

The 99W Drive-In (3110 Portland Rd in Newberg, OR) celebrates the 25th anniversary of the 1999 Universal remake of The Mummy with screenings of it and The Mummy Returns tonight and tomorrow night.

The Cameo Theatre (304 E 1st St in Newberg, OR) is screening The Mummy through Monday, April 29.

The sci fi/horror classic Alien is playing at the Ark Lodge Cinemas (4816 Rainier Ave S in Seattle, WA; scheduled through Sunday, April 28), the Yelm Cinema (201 Prairie Park St SE in Yelm, WA; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), the Sandy Cinema (16605 Champion Way in Sandy, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), the Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR; scheduled through Thursday, May 2), and the Liberty Theatre (315 NE 4th Ave in Camas, WA; scheduled through Thursday, May 2).

The Mel Brooks classic Young Frankenstein is playing at the Kiggins Theatre (1011 Main St in Vancouver, WA; scheduled through Monday, April 29).

Weird Elephant at The Grand Cinema (606 Fawcett Ave in Tacoma, WA) will screen George Romero's classic Dawn of the Dead tonight and tomorrow at 10 pm.

The Sense of Wonder series at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) brings the 1994 film Stargate back to the big screen tonight at 7:30 pm.

David Lynch's Dune is playing at 11 pm tonight at the Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC).

Hundreds of Beavers invade The Grand Cinema (606 Fawcett Ave in Tacoma, WA; scheduled through Thursday, May 2).

Saturday, April 27

The indie horror film Black Mold, with writer/director John Pata in attendance for a Q and A after the film, plays at 2 pm today at the Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre (508 S Main St in Moscow, ID).

The Portland Horror Film Festival presents a screening of Return of the Living Dead 3, with a Q and A with screenwriter John Penney. Before the film, you can check out Zombie Drag-lesque and a preview of short film coming to the festival. The show starts at 6 pm at the Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton St in Portland, OR). Doors open at 5 pm.

Poor Things is playing at the Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) today at 2:30 pm, and on Monday, May 1, at 6:20 pm.

Fathom Events Studio Ghibli Fest kicks off today with Spirited Away, playing in both dubbed and subtitled formats through Wednesday, May 1. Visit the link to find a theater near you.

Sunday, April 28

The Community Benefit Screenings series at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) brings Guillermo Del Toro's Hellboy back to the big screen today at 3 pm. Proceeds will go to the Northwest Museum of Cartoon Arts and their mission to build a museum celebrating the art form. And stay after the film for a panel discussion on the world of Hellboy, featuring moderator Mike Russell, artist/writer Michael Avon Oeming and writer Chris Roberson.

Caitlin Cronenberg's (David's daughter) first film, Humane, a family drama taking place after a global ecological collapse forces world leader to take drastic action to reduce the world's population, plays at 6:30 pm tonight at the Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC).

The sci fi comedy Paul, with Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Seth Rogan, is playing at the Tracyton Movie House (1520 NE Riddell Rd in Bremerton, WA) today at 1:30 pm and Wednesday, May 1, at 6 pm.

The Roxy Bremerton (270 4th St in Bremerton, WA) will screen the fantasy classic The Princess Bride tonight at 6 pm.

Tuesday, April 30

The Blaxploitation Horror classic Blacula, starring the AMAZING William Marshall, plays at 7 pm tonight at the Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton St in Portland, OR).

Wyrd War's Ninth Annual Walpurgisnacht Film Festival brings the folk horror film Alison's Birthday to the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) tonight at 7:30 pm. Oh, and there will be cake.

The animated feature Kiki's Delivery Service is playing at the SIFF Cinema Egyptian (805 E Pine St in Seattle, WA) tonight at 7:30 pm, and on Saturday, May 4, at 11:30 am. Screenings will be shown with English subtitles.

May, 2024

Thursday, May 2

Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is playing at the North Bend Theatre (125 Bendigo Blvd in North Bend, WA; scheduled through Sunday, May 5). Your ticket will also get you into a screening of the documentary William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill, scheduled from Friday, May 3, to Sunday, May 5.

The conclusion to George Romero's original zombie trilogy, Day of the Dead, is playing at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) tonight at 7:30 pm. Adam Charles Hart, author of Raising the Dead: The Work of George A. Romero will be in attendance, and copies of his book will be for sale in the lobby. And Tom Savini's FX will look AMAZING on the big screen.

Friday, May 3

Crypticon Seattle takes place this weekend at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport (18740 International Blvd in Seattle, WA). Director Joe Dante (The Howling, Piranha, Gremlins, Billy Zane (Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight, The Phantom, Dead Calm), Stephen McHattie (Pontypool, Orphan Black, The Strain), Robert Brian Wilson (Silent Night, Deadly Night), Bonnie Aarons (The Nun), Ken Force ('78 Dawn of the Dead), Jeffrey Combs (Re-Animator, From Beyond), Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator, Suitable Flesh), Heather Matarazzo (Scream 3, Scream 5, Hostel Part II), Zach Galligan (the Gremlins and Waxworks series), and Quinn Lord (Sam in Trick 'r Treat), William Butler (many credits, including appearances in the Friday the 13th, Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Nightmare on Elm Street series), are scheduled to appear. You can get updated details by following the con's Facebook page.

UPDATE: Julie Brown (Earth Girls Are Easy) is scheduled to appear.

Saw the Musical, an unauthorized parody of the film, is coming from New York to the Alberta Abbey (126 NE Alberta St in Portland, OR) through June 9. As you might guess, the Abbey is issuing a parental advisory for explicit content. Oh, and there is a "splash zone!" Visit the link above for tickets.

Paranormal Cirque II invites you to face your fears as they invade the Clackamas Town Center (12000 SE 82nd Ave in Happy Valley, OR; maybe it'll become Unhappy Valley during the event) through Monday, May 6. Please note, no one under 13 years of age will be admitted. Those 13 to 17 years of age must by accompanied by an adult.

VHS Night at CineMagic (2021 SE Hawthorne Blvd in Portland, OR) will show Trancers II: The Return of Jack Deth tonight at 10 pm in GLORIOUS VHS. VHS trailers start at 9:30 pm.

Animay at the Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) kicks off tonight with the dubbed version of Cowboy Bebop: The Movie, playing through Thursday, May 9.

PAMCUT presents The People's Joker, featuring live stand-up before the film, at the Tomorrow Theater (3530 SE Division St in Portland, OR) tonight at 7:30 pm.

The Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) will show Star Wars: A New Hope tonight at 11 pm.

Saturday, May the Fourth (be with you)

The Admiral Theatre (515 Pacific Ave in Bremerton, WA) celebrates May the Fourth by screening the original Star Wars Trilogy today starting at 2 pm.

The original Star Wars Trilogy is also playing at the Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) starting at 5:15 pm.

The Egyptian Theatre (229 S Broadway in Coos Bay, OR) celebrates May the Fourth by screening the movie that started it all, Star Wars: A New Hope tonight at 7 pm.

The filmed-in-Oregon horror film New Life, about a young woman fleeing a mysterious facility while evading an agent tasked to capture her, has its official Oregon premiere at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) tonight at 7:30 pm. Filmmakers will be in attendance.

According to the Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton St in Portland, OR), Portland can't get enough of beavers (they said it, not me). So Hundreds of Beavers will re-invade the theater today at 3 pm.

The film is also playing tonight at 8 pm tonight at The Grand Illusion Cinema (1403 NE 50th St in Seattle, WA).

It may not be from a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, but E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is playing at Cinema 21 (616 NW 21st Ave in Portland, OR) today at 11 am.

Sunday, May 5

PAMCUT celebrates the 70th anniversary of 1954's Godzilla with a screening of the film at the Tomorrow Theater (3530 SE Division St in Portland, OR) today at 4 pm.

The celebration of Godzilla's 70th anniversary continues at the Tomorrow Theater (3530 SE Division St in Portland, OR) with a screening of Destroy All Monsters tonight at 7 pm.

George Romero's The Crazies is playing tonight at 7 pm tonight at The Grand Illusion Cinema (1403 NE 50th St in Seattle, WA). Romero scholar Adam Hart will be in attendance to introduce the film and for a Q and A after.

The Rio Theatre (1660 East Broadway in Vancouver, BC) is showing Late Night with the Devil tonight at 9 pm.

Robert Egger's The VVitch is playing at the Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton St in Portland, OR) tonight at 7 pm.

Wednesday, May 8

The Whiteside Theatre (361 SW Madison Ave in Corvallis, OR) will show Cowboy Bebop: The Movie tonight at 7 pm.

Thursday, May 9

PAMCUT presents I Saw the TV Glow, about a boy introduced to a mysterious late-night TV show, only to find his view of reality begin to crack, at the Tomorrow Theater (3530 SE Division St in Portland, OR) tonight at 7 pm. A Q and A with director Jane Schoenbrun (We're All Going To The World's Fair) will follow the film.

Friday, May 10

Book of the Dead: The Evil Dead Saga Returns to CineMagic (2021 SE Hawthorne Blvd in Portland, OR) through Thursday, May 16. All five films will be playing, with The Evil Dead and Army of Darkness being shown in GLORIOUS 35mm! Visit the link for the schedule and advance ticket sales.

The restoration of George Romero's zombie classic Dawn of the Dead is playing at The Grand Illusion Cinema (1403 NE 50th St in Seattle, WA; scheduled through Sunday, May 12).

Animay at the Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) continues tonight with the dubbed version of the sci fi/psychological thriller Paprika, playing through Thursday, May 16.

The Egyptian Theatre (229 S Broadway in Coos Bay, OR) is showing Tron: Legacy tonight at 7 pm.

Saturday, May 11

The Inland NW Toy Show Classic takes place today at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center-Bay 3 (at the corner of Broadway and Havana in Spokane, WA). Early Bird admission, from 9 to 10 am, is $10. General admission from 10 am to 4 pm is $5. Kids 12 and under are admitted free.

Sunday, May 12

The Animayhem OVA Festival takes place at 7 pm tonight at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR). Expect some deep cut anime masterpieces on the big screen and a mini anime convention!

Tuesday, May 14

Burlynomicon - A Darkly Decadent Burlesque Revue returns to The Coffin Club (421 SE Grand Ave in Portland, OR) for another evening of diabolic delights. Doors open at 7 pm, show starts at 8 pm, and there is a two drink minimum. Obviously, this is a 21 and older event.

Friday, May 17

Paranormal Cirque II invites you to face your fears as they invade the Tacoma Mall (4502 S Steele St in Tacoma, WA) through Monday, May 20. Please note, no one under 13 years of age will be admitted. Those 13 to 17 years of age must by accompanied by an adult.

Animay at the Academy Theater (7818 SE Stark St in Portland, OR) continues tonight with the dubbed version of the sci fi Ghost in the Shell, playing through Thursday, May 23.

Whoa! The Egyptian Theatre (229 S Broadway in Coos Bay, OR) is showing the sci fi classic The Matrix tonight at 8 pm.

Saturday, May 18

The Portland EcoFilm Festival at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) will screen the ecological, musical Afrofuturism film Neptune Frost today at 2 pm.

Tuesday, May 21

The Repressed Cinema series at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) will screen a rare print of Andy Milligan's film The Body Beneath in GLORIOUS 35mm tonight at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, May 22

V: The Final Battle Parts 1 and 2 screens at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) tonight starting at 6:30 pm. If you're wondering about Part 3, scroll down to Wednesday, May 29!

Thursday, May 23

The Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) will screen David Lynch's Blue Velvet, with the Black Lodge Burlesque presenting a preshow cabaret inspired by Lynch's works. The show starts at 7:30 pm.

Friday, May 24

Paranormal Cirque II invites you to face your fears as they invade the The Outlet Collection Seattle (1101 Outlet Collection Way in Auburn, WA) through Monday, May 27. Please note, no one under 13 years of age will be admitted. Those 13 to 17 years of age must by accompanied by an adult.

Cinema of Horrors Haunted House (1301 Grade St in Kelso, WA) invites you to battle the undead during the Zombie Outbreak-Live Action Horror Laser Experience. The event runs from 7 to 10 pm tonight and tomorrow. Buy advance tickets at the link above.

A new restoration of Steven Spielberg's classic TV move Duel screens at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) tonight at tonight at 7:30 pm, and tomorrow at 3 pm. See if you can catch the reference to his feature film Jaws during the final act!

Saturday, May 25

I'm going to say it, one of the greatest sequels ever, Terminator 2: Judgement Day, is playing at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) in GLORIOUS 35mm tonight at 6:30 p[m, and tomorrow at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, May 29

V: The Final Battle Part 3, the conclusion to the epic sci fi series, screens at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR) tonight starting at 7:30 pm.

Stand by Me, based on the Stephen King novella The Body, is playing at the Admiral Theatre (515 Pacific Ave in Bremerton, WA) tonight at 7 pm.

June, 2024

Saturday, June 1

Wyrd War presents a Dead End Drive-In Double Feature at the 99W Drive-In (3110 Portland Rod in Newberg, OR) to celebrate cult Australian filmmaker Brian Trenchartd-Smith's 78th birthday. Check out two of his classics, Dead End Drive-In and Turkey Shoot (AKA Escape 2000), and Trenchard-Smith will be signing copies of his memoir Adventures in the B-Movie Trade before the films. Gates open at 6 pm, films start at dusk.

Sunday, June 16

The Boulet Brothers brings Dragula: The Official Season 5 Tour to the Wonder Ballroom (128 NE Russell St in Portland, OR) tonight at 8 pm. Doors open at 7 pm. You can purchase advance tickets at the link.

Tuesday, June 18

The Boulet Brothers brings Dragula: The Official Season 5 Tour to the Moore Theatre (1932 2nd Ave in Seattle, WA) tonight at 8 pm. You can purchase advance tickets at the link.

Friday, June 21

The Washington State Summer Con is back at the Washington State Fair and Events Center (110 9th Ave SE in Puyallup, WA) this weekend. Ron Perlman (Hellboy), Sofia Boutella (2017's The Mummy, Star Trek Beyond), Charlie Hunnom (Pacific Rim, Crimson Peak), and members of the Smallville cast are scheduled to attend. Stay tuned for more details or follow the event on Facebook! Tickets are on sale now.

UPDATE: Brent Spider (Star Trek: TNG) is scheduled to attend.

Saturday, June 22

OFS presents a screening of Blade Runner: The Final Cut with star Sean Young in attendance for a post-film Q and A at 7 pm (doors open at 6 pm) at the Capitol Theater (206 5th Ave SE in Olympia, WA). Tickets are on sale now.

July, 2024

Friday, July 5

The Centralia Fantasy Festival takes place this weekend at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds (1909 S Gold St in Centralia, WA). Follow the event on Facebook.

Saturday, July 20

The Porlandia Mermaid Parade and Festival brings the Sirens Ball 2024 to the Portland Armory (128 NW 11th Ave in Portland, OR). This fundraiser will go to fund the 2025 Portlandia Mermaid Festival. The event is for those 18 and older, and there is a dress code. You'll find all the details, and details on purchasing tickets, at the link above.

Friday, July 26

WasabiCon PDX, a celebration of anime, cosplay and gaming, takes place this weekend at the Hilton Portland Downtown (921 SW 6th Ave in Portland, OR). Details are coming soon. You can also get updated information on the Facebook Page.

Saturday, July 27

The Meadowlark Comic Con 2024 takes place today and tomorrow at Rogue X (901 Rossanley Dr in Medford, OR). Spencer Wilding (creature performer and Darth Vader in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story) is scheduled to attend. Keep up with all the detail on the Facebook page.

August, 2024

Thursday, August 1

Not sure of the date on this, but Laika Studios will commemorate the 15th anniversary of their film Coraline with Coraline's Curious Cat Trail, with 30 six-foot-tall cat sculptures placed throughout downtown Portland this month. The cats will be hand-painted by local artist, and will eventually be auctioned off, with proceeds going to OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital. The link gets you to the KGW article, which didn't include dates at this time.

Saturday, August 31

The Halloween Swamp Meet at Oaks Park (7805 SE Oaks Park Way in Portland, OR) takes place today from noon to 7 pm. You'll find vendors, displays and activities for the entire family. And admission is FREE!

September, 2024

Friday, September 6

The Rose City Comic Con takes place this weekend at the Oregon Convention Center (777 Ne Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in Portland, OR). Keep checking back for more details.

Friday, September 13

The Northwest Flying Saucer Film Festival returns to McFiler's Chehalis Theater (558 N Market Blvd in Chehalis, WA) today. Details to come.

October, 2024

Thursday, October 3

The third annual Stage Fright Festival, the world's only queer Horror theatre festival, takes place through Sunday, October 13, at the Chapel Theatre (4107 SE Harrison St in Milwaukie, OR).

Friday, October 4

The H. P. Lovecraft Film Festival and CthulhuCon takes place through Sunday, October 6, at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, OR). At least I assume so, unless cosmic madness has warp reality. More details to come. You can follow the event of Facebook.

Metalesquefest takes place tonight at the Star Theater (13 NW 6th Ave in Portland, OR) and tomorrow night at Dante's (350 W Burnside St in Portland, OR). Stay tuned for more details!

Foolish Mortals: A Haunted Mansion Burlesque Cabaret takes place tonight, tomorrow and Sunday at the Alberta Rose Theatre (3000 NE Alberta St in Portland, OR). Doors open at 7 pm, show starts at 8 pm.

Myers House NC invites you to watch The Goonies at the Lower Columbia Bowling Alley (a location in the film), tour the Goonies house, and more. Visit the link for details.

Villains and Vixens: Musical Cabaret (Volume 7) takes place through Sunday, October 13, at the Samaritan Odd Fellows Lodge (10282 SE Main St in Milwaukie, OR. Expect new villains, new songs and new treats!

Sunday, October 6

Myers House NC invites you to watch The Shining at the Timberline Lodge in Government Camp, OR, (used as the exterior of the Overlook). You can also stay overnight and partake in other activities. Visit the link for details.

Saturday, October 12

Tacoma Dance Studios presents Dracula: Alternative Dance Theatre tonight at 8 pm. The location will be announced sone. Doors open at 7 pm.

Friday, October 25

The Washington State Horror Con takes place this weekend at the Washington State Fair and Events Center (110 9th Ave SW in Puyallup, WA). And yes, Cassandra Peterson (The Mistress of the Dark herself, Elvia) is scheduled to attend. You can follow the event on Facebook for the latest details.

January 2025

Friday, January 24

Fan Expo Portland 2025 takes place this weekend at the Oregon Convention Center (777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in Portland, OR). More details to come. Follow the event on Facebook.

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