Mothman Festival
2024-09-21 - 2024-09-22 | Mothman Museum, 400 Main Street, Point Pleasant, WV, 25550, United States
Mothman Festival is an annual event held every third weekend in September that commemorates the 1966 Point Pleasant, West Virginia Mothman sighting, which gave birth to the infamous red-eyed winged legend. People from all over the world gather around our charming Main Street to celebrate their favorite cryptid during this one of a kind event.

CryptidCon
2024-11-23 - 2024-11-24 | CLARION CONFERENCE CENTER, 1950 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY, 40511, United States
CRYPTID CON IS A WEEKEND-LONG ADVENTURE FOR ALL YOU CRYPTID ENTHUSIASTS! MEET TELEVISION PERSONALITIES. LEARN FROM SEASONED RESEARCHERS. SHOP FROM UNIQUE VENDORS. NETWORK WITH OTHERS IN SEARCH OF ELUSIVE CREATURES. TWO FULL DAYS OF MYSTERIOUS MAYHEM!

Frogman Festival
2025-03-01 09:00 - 2025-03-02 17:00 (America/New_York) | Oasis Conference Center, 902 Loveland-Miamiville Rd., Loveland, OH, 45140, United States
The original Frogman Festival continues in its 3rd year celebrating the legend of Frogman and other cryptids and legends in our region and beyond. Speakers from near and far including professors, authors and storytellers will present their research and passion. Vendors who all create their own art, merch and content will be set up in the giant ballroom we call The Terrarium. And the Frogman Parade will be back to bring together everyone who would like to participate.

Georgia Bigfoot Conference
2025-03-22 09:00 - 18:00 | Piedmont University- Commons, 1021 Central Ave, Demorest, GA, 30535, United States
Talks and Vendors.
2025 Conference Locations: Friday 3/21, our event will be held at R.M. Rose Distillery, 1896 Dicks Hill Parkway, Mt. Airy, GA. Saturday 3/22, the Conference will be held at the Student Commons, Piedmont University, 375 Georgia St., Demorest, GA. See you there!

Coast to Coast AM Radio Show appearance
2025-03-26 03:00 - 05:00 | Online
On hour 3 and 4 of the show.
In the latter half, sci-fi and horror author Mark Muncy shared his passion for Appalachian folklore, cryptids, and eerie legends surrounding the Smoky Mountains (view related illustrations). His research methodology involves collaborating with historians, Cherokee storytellers, and paranormal investigators, piecing together folklore with historical facts. “The Appalachians are probably one of the darkest places on the planet,” he stated, highlighting the mountains’ ancient history and the haunting stories that emerge from the region. He recounted the “Lightning Lady” tale from Cades Cove, where two brides in the same house were struck by lightning, and delved into various entities from Cherokee mythology, such as Spear Finger, a shape-shifting witch known for stealing livers and the “Moon-Eyed People,” a mysterious pale-skinned race said to live in caves.
Another captivating tale he shared was about the “Boojum,” a legendary wild man or Sasquatch who was said to have lived in the Smokies. The settler version tells of a creature who dug for gems to win the love of a hotel worker named Annie, while the Cherokee version adds depth, with the creature trading gems for moonshine, and wearing a hat given to him by the tribe. The discussion turned to ghost stories, including Dark Aggie, a terrifying entity with a skeletal face seen by many ghost hunters in the Old Gray Cemetery in Knoxville, the haunting of Lucy from the Roaring Fork area– a hitchhiking ghost who tragically died in a fire, and the apparition of Zelda Fitzgerald, who reportedly wanders the grounds of a former mental health facility in Asheville.

Great Florida Bigfoot Conference
2025-04-05 09:00 - 18:00 | World Equestrian Center, 1750 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL, 34482, United States
Uncover the Mystery Behind One of America’s Greatest Legends!
Prepare for an unforgettable experience at the fifth annual Great Florida Bigfoot Conference, happening soon at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL (Expo 2) April 5, 2025.

From 9 am to 6 pm, attendees will be treated to presentations from leading Bigfoot researchers, investigators, and authors, each sharing their latest findings, theories, and experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or new to the search for Sasquatch, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, engage in discussions, and network with others who share your passion.
To ensure you don’t miss out, we highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance. Your ticket provides all-day access to the conference, giving you the freedom to come and go as you please throughout the event.
For those seeking an even more exclusive experience, our VIP ticket holders will enjoy premium seating in the center of the front rows, along with access to a special Meet & Greet Dinner on the eve of the event. This intimate gathering is your chance to meet the speakers up close, ask questions in a relaxed setting, and enjoy a memorable evening with fellow Bigfoot enthusiasts.

Shadows and Spirits Paracon
2025-05-03 09:00 - 17:00 | The Thomas House, 530 E Main St, Red Boiling Springs, TN, 37150, United States

FrankenCon
2025-05-09 17:00 - 2025-05-10 20:00 | Hilton Knoxville Airport, 2001 ALCOA HWY, Alcoa, TN, 37701, United States
FrankenCon returns for its 4th year at the Hilton Knoxville Airport on May 9th & 10th 2025! This is the horror & movie event of the year with over sixty vendors, the most outrageous film fest around, a costume competition, movie screenings, celebrities from your favorite horror franchises and all sorts of activities to keep you entertained over the course of the event!
So make this your horror con destination by staying at the hotel where the event takes place and be a part of the FrankenFamily! Tickets go on sale August 30th @ 8:00pm Eastern and we have levels for all horror lovers including Super VIP, VIP, & General Admission Passes! & Kids 12 & Under are FREE! We will have after hours programming and one of a kind experiences you wont get anywhere else!
Be sure to follow this event page and www.frankencontn.com for all the info so you don’t miss out! Start planning now and get ready for the best event of 2025!

Carolina Fear Fest
2025-05-23 15:00 - 2025-05-25 18:00 | NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27607, United States

Smoky Mountain Terror
2025-05-30 08:00 - 2025-06-01 17:00 | Meadowview Convention Center, 1901 Meadowview Pkwy, Kingsport, TN, 37660, United States
Smoky Mountain Terror returns in 2025 for its first ever 3 day event! We’ll be back at Meadowview Convention Center in Kingsport, TN on May 30th, 31st, and June 1st!

ConCarolinas
2025-05-30 12:00 - 2025-06-01 15:00 | Hilton Charlotte University Place, 8629 JM Keynes Drive, Charloette, NC, 28262, United States
Join the celebration at the Hilton Charlotte University Place on the weekend after Memorial Day for the Carolinas’ longest running sci-fi and fantasy convention. It’s a weekend full of entertainment, gaming, costumes, authors, films, music, discussion panels, and workshops with professionals in the entertainment and creative community. Come celebrate geekdom and meet some of the region’s most creative minds.

Grafton Monster Festival
2025-06-13 17:00 - 2025-06-14 22:00 | Grafton Downtown Commercial Historic District, Grafton Downtown Commercial Historic District, Grafton, WV, United States
The 2nd Annual Festival to celebrate all things Grafton Monster, featuring movies, music, speakers, vendors, and more.

Spruce Pine Alien Festival
2025-06-14 09:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Spruce Pine, Oak Avenue, Spruce Pine, NC, 28777, United States
Join alien and UFO enthusiasts at the 4th annual Spruce Pine Alien Festival, also known previously as the (SPACE) Festival in Downtown Spruce Pine on Oak Avenue. The Spruce Pine Alien Festival is featured as a top 30 festival event in the month of June in North Carolina by NC tripping. Last year’s Alien Festival was enjoyed by over 50 thousand avid Alien and UFO lovers trekking through Spruce Pine looking for Alien life forms and is the largest UFO/Alien Festival in North Carolina!
Streets will be lined with over 200 unique UFO vendors selling and displaying alien & space related Art, Crafts and Commercial goods. Vendors merchandise will be featuring unique handmade merchandise and gifts celebrating our Galaxy including the Sun, Moon & stars, UFOs, Aliens, Paranormal, Big Foot & more!
Experience Fantastic food at the local Restaurants and Food trucks featuring Galactic menus designed with Out of this World dishes. Shop small at Spruce Pine’s Rustic downtown shops featuring special sales of UFO merchandise. Enjoy a free Alien Music Festival that will Rock your Universe!

Metrotham Con
2025-06-20 14:00 - 2025-06-22 17:00 | Dalton Convention Center, 2211 Tony Ingle Parkway, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
JOIN US FOR THE ULTIMATE BATTLE OF FANDOMS AT MC6. WE WILL BE STAR WARS VS STAR TREK THEMED THIS YEAR AND WILL HAVE CELEBRITY GUESTS, VENDORS, CONSOLE GAMING, TABLETOP GAMING, LIVE MUSIC, HAUNTED ATTRACTION, KID’S EVENTS, LIVE MUSIC, KAROAKE, MAGIC SHOW, COMEDY SHOW, COSPLAY, AND SO MUCH MORE!

The Orlando Oddities and Curiosities Market
2025-06-28 11:00 - 19:00 | Osceola Heritage Park, 1901 Chief Osceola Trail, Kissimmee, FL, 34744, United States
This is the Oddities event you have been waiting for! Over 200 curated and vetted vendors, all indoors, over 56,000 square feet of the best and weirdest the Oddities Community has to offer, in the sweet sweet air conditioning!
This year we have TWO workshops, a taxidermy rabbit class and an insect pinning class! For more information click the link here: Prometheusesoterica.com
This year we aim to go bigger adding more live entertainment, including a return of The Dead City Circus Sideshow, and a horrifying performance by this year’s featured guest, The Lizard Man himself Erik Sprague!
Anyone who attended last years event can tell you, this is the one not to miss!
Where:
Osceola Heritage Park Events Center
1901 Chief Osceola Trail
Kissimmee, Florida 34744
When:
Saturday June 28th from 11 am-7pm
Tickets:
Admission is $16 per adult, children under 13 are free!

Nashville Horror Con
2025-07-12 10:00 - 2025-07-13 17:00 | Farm Bureau Expo Center, 945 E Baddour Pkwy, Lebanon, TN, 37087, United States
Join us at Nashville Horror Con 2024 for a thrilling weekend of horror and pop culture. Meet celebrity guests, explore unique vendors, participate in panels, and immerse yourself in the horror community. Get your tickets now!

Smoky Mountain Bigfoot Conference
2025-07-26 09:00 - 18:00 | Gatlinburg Convention Center, 234 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738, United States
The Smoky Mountain Bigfoot Conference is renowned for bringing together some of the most knowledgeable and engaging voices in the world of Sasquatch research, cryptozoology, and the unexplained. Each year, our speakers share their expertise, incredible stories, and cutting-edge findings, offering attendees an unparalleled opportunity to learn from the best in the field. In addition to their presentations, our speakers host booths where you can meet them, ask questions, and explore their work up close, creating a truly immersive and interactive experience.

Creepy Con
2025-08-01 17:00 - 2025-08-03 17:00 | Knoxville Convention Center, 701 Henley St, Knoxville, NC, 37902, United States
CreepyCon is Knoxville’s largest convention dedicated to all things Halloween, Horror, and spooky pop culture. CreepyCon features dozens of panels/workshops/classes, celebrity guests, numerous performances all weekend long, hundreds of vendors, and interactive experiences that celebrate the darker side of entertainment. It’s more thrills and chills than you can pack into one weekend.

Farley Con
2025-08-02 10:00 - 2025-08-03 17:00 | Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, TN, 37412, United States
Join us for the monumental 10th year of FarleyCon

This year, we’re pulling out all the stops with an incredible lineup of celebrity guests, including iconic voices from your favorite shows, legendary comic book creators and more! As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we invite you to be part of the magic that has made FarleyCon a must-attend event for a decade. Whether you’re a long-time attendee or a first-time visitor, we promise this year’s convention will be our biggest and best yet! Tickets are on sale now here!

Monsteramacon
2025-08-08 14:00 - 2025-08-10 16:00 | Atlanta Marriott Northeast/Emory Area, 2000 Century Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA, 30345, United States
We are proud to be Atlanta’s only retro horror and sci-fi convention, and we focus on the fantastic in cinema, art, comics, literature, and media.
We are so happy to return to a 3-day convention in our newest hotel – Atlanta Marriott Northeast/Emory Area! We are back and better than ever! More room for panels, more room for vendors, and plenty of space for a fun-filled monster weekend!
Monsterama returns with screening, panel rooms, dealer hall, Monster Prom, and we have a few other surprises waiting for you.

TN Wildman and Cryptid Con
2025-08-16 09:00 - 19:00 | Milner Recreation Center, 500 Garfield Street, McMinnville, TN, 37110, United States
Join us, Saturday, August 16th 2025 for a day of Guest Speakers and Experiencers on many varied cryptid topics – ranging from Bigfoot to Dogman to UFOs and more, as well as our expansive Vendor Hall where you’ll be able to find all the Bigfoot and Cryptid related merchandise for your wants and needs!

Dark Side of the Smoky Mountains- Book Launch and Signing
2025-08-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Malaprops Bookstore, 55 Haywood St, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Join us in store when Erika Lance & Mark Muncy of Eerie Travels presents their new book, The Dark Side of the Smoky Mountains: A Travel Guide for Your Next Spooky Journey. They’ll be joined in conversation by the book’s illustrator, Kari Schultz.
The event is free but registration is required to reserve your seat.
• Click HERE to register. Note the important details on the RSVP form. There will not be a virtual attendance option.
This event includes a book signing. If you would like a signed book but can’t attend in person, you may order a signed copy online below. If you would like to have your book personalized, use the comments field to provide a name for personalization, e.g. “To Carla.”
When you purchase books from Malaprop’s, you make it possible for us to continue hosting author events and you keep more dollars in our community. Thank you!

ETP: Dark Side of the Smoky Mountains BOOK RELEASED
2025-08-23 | GA
Get it or ask for it wherever you get books! Or get it directly from our publisher!
https://4horsemenpublications.com/product/eerie-travels-presents-the-dark-side-of-the-smoky-mountains/

WNC Bigfoot Festival
2025-08-23 10:00 - 17:00 | Main Street Downtown Marion, Marion, NC, 28752, United States
Come a skeptic. Leave a believer.

DragonCon
2025-08-28 - 2025-09-01 | Downtown Atlanta, 240 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA, 30303, United States
Dragon Con is the largest multi-media, popular culture convention focusing on science fiction & fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music, and film in the universe. Call us a phenomenon, call us one of the most well attended pop-culture conventions in the country, call us the most fan fun you can have in five days:
Dragon Con is where you want to be on Labor Day Weekend.
Our host hotels will again include the familiar surroundings of the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, the Hilton Atlanta, Courtland Grand Hotel (formerly Sheraton Atlanta Hotel), and the Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel. The Hyatt, Marriott, and Hilton are connected by sky bridges to make trekking through the hotels a breeze.

Carter County Bigfoot Fest 2025
2025-09-13 12:00 - 19:00 | Olive Hill Welcome Center, 140 Railroad St, Olive Hill, KY, 41164, United States
The Carter County Bigfoot Research Group is excited to announce the first Carter County Bigfoot Fest. Come join us September 13, 2025, 12-7pm, at the Olive Hill Depo. Food trucks & Vendors can contact Nikki Middleton DeHart or me on Facebook.Hopefully we’ll have a good line up of guest speakers. Also live Music, Bigfoot costume competition, Bigfoot call competition, & more. So come out and share your Bigfoot sighting with Olive Hill.
140 Rail Road StreetOlive hill Ky 41164
FREE event, any proceeds will go to Meals on Wheels in Carter county.

Eerie Storytelling Author Event
2025-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Cicada Books, 604 14th St W, Huntington, WV, 25704, United States
Who’s ready for murder mysteries, eerie sightings, and spooky stories? Join us on Tuesday, September 16th at 6pm for a frightening multi-author storytelling event and open mic!
We have an awesome lineup of special guests, including:Mark Muncy & Kari Schultz, authors of “Eerie Appalachia”, “Eerie Florida”JD Byrne, author of “Moore Hollow”, “Gods Of The Empire”Amanda Hooser, author of “The Savage Jukebox”, “A Shade Of Winter”Connie Kinsey – WV Writer/Blogger
…and more!
Email us at Cicadabks@gmail.com or send us a DM to sign up for a 5-minute time slot. Entries should be horror-themed. Local storywriters/authors encouraged to sign up!
Drinks and food will be available for purchase until 6pm, and light refreshments will be provided past 6pm. Due to the nature of Eerie Storytelling, this event will be PG13. This is a FREE EVENT!

Mothman Festival
2025-09-20 08:00 - 2025-09-21 17:00 | Main Street, 400 MAIN ST, Point Pleasant, WV, 25550, United States
CELEBRATE THE LEGEND
WHAT IS MOTHMAN FESTIVAL?
​Mothman Festival is an annual event held every third weekend in September that commemorates the 1966 Point Pleasant, West Virginia, Mothman sighting, which gave birth to the infamous red-eyed winged legend. People from all over the world gather around our charming Main Street to celebrate their favorite cryptid during this one-of-a-kind event.

Bigfoot ComiCon Franklin
2025-10-04 10:00 - 18:00 | The Factory, 1024 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC, 28734, United States
Great fun with Bigfoot Talks and Comicon Vendors!

Goatman Festival
2025-10-10 - 2025-10-11 | Legend at Pope Lick, 4002 S Pope Lick Rd, Louisville, KY, 40299, United States
The Midwest’s premier cryptid and monster event taking place at the home of the legendary Pope Lick Monster. Enjoy expert cryptozoology celebrity meet and greets, seminars, special tours, vendors, movies, music, and so much more. There is even a haunted attraction featuring the legendary Pope Lick Monster! This is a cryptid event unlike any other you will find and it is only in Kentucky.
GENERAL ADMISSION: FREE!
PARKING: FREE!
