Halloweenapalooza Horror Film Festival

Schedule:

5:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m: Film Festival (Produce Iowa Theatre)
Short horror films from all over the world will be screened over the two days. Blocks A, B, and C will play Friday night. Block C is designated for adult content.

5:00 p.m - 11:00 p.m: Vendors and Celebs (Lobby)
Different vendors selling all sorts of fun and Halloween-related goodies will be set up throughout the lobby. Celebs will be taking pictures and signing autographs.

5:00 p.m: Special Fx Makeup Demo
Nero from Bat Brain Studios will be on hand to do a special makeup FX demo It's going to be a bloody good time In "7Cellars" Event Room

6:00 p.m: Book Reading
We're excited to announce that we're going to hear five awesome area authors read excerpts from their books We will be featuring Bret Royer, Harley Ramsey, Evan Clouse, Patrick McLaughlin, and Bryan Clark Come let them fill up your earholes with their spooky words, and then be sure to visit their vendor booths for signed copies In "7Cellars" Event Room
 
7:00 p.m: Cosplay Demo
Special guest Alys Belyn will host a panel discussion titled "Scary Cute Cosplay," where she'll dive into the art of blending fun, cutesy fashion elements with traditionally scary and iconic characters. Whether you're a seasoned cosplayer or just starting out, this is a panel you won't want to miss In "7Cellars" Event Room

8:00 p.m: Spooky Splatter Showdown
Assemble a team of four or find new friends to join your team for a thrilling paint relay Each team will have 5 minutes to strategize their painting masterpiece before each member takes a 10-minute turn to create their part of the artwork. The catch Each painter will work individually, unable to see what the others are creating until the final reveal. All supplies will be provided. Watch the teams' creative process unfold and witness the unique and surprising results.Sponsored by the Ottumwa Area Arts Council. In "7Cellars" Event Room

9:00 p.m - 10:30 p.m: Trivia With Insane Mike
Test your trivia knowledge with Insane Mike. He'll be leading trivia games and contests for about 90 minutes. There will be prizes and fun things. In "7Cellars" Event Room

11:00 p.m: After Party
To keep the party going, we'll be holding an after-party at Pallister Brothers Bar and Taproom, located at 116 N Market Street. Join celebrity guest Andras Jones and local rockers The Least Worst for a night of fun.

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