Trigger warning: This article contains images featuring fake blood, horror-themed props, and cosplay that some readers may find unsettling.
The Ontario Convention Center hosted horror fans of all ages on Sept. 5-7 for the latest edition of Creep I.E. Con Aftermath, one of the largest scaled conventions in California dedicated to immersing fans in the world of horror and pop culture.
The three-day event brought together celebrity guests, haunted exhibits, photo opportunities, live music, a packed vendor hall, and an opportunity for fans to connect over their shared passion for the creepy and macabre.
Creep I.E. featured a vast line up of celebrity guests from film and television. Attendees got the chance to meet Alexa Blair Robertson (Terrifier 3), Jaime King (My Bloody Valentine 3D, Sin City), Shannon Kook (The Conjuring franchise), Frank Grillo (The Purge: Anarchy, Captain America: The Winter Soldier), Jenna Davis (M3GAN, Raven’s Home), Lochlyn Munro (Riverdale, Scary Movie), Madeleine McGraw (The Black Phone, Toy Story 4), Mark Duplass (The Morning Show, Creep), Sean Kanan (The Karate Kid Part III, General Hospital), Violet McGraw (M3GAN) and many more.
Fans had access to meet-and-greets, autograph signings and photo opportunities during the celebrity guest’s allotted time slots. Q-and-A sessions presented by ‘Bloody Disgusting’ showcased discussions with actors, directors and creators on everything from behind the scenes, special effects and exclusive insight on new upcoming projects.
Creep I.E.featured immersive exhibits and curated fan experiences including:
- The Horror Boodega, organized by Mystic Museum, recreated a horror-inspired marketplace filled with curated collectibles and displays.
- Art’s Sideshow Horror Prop Museum showcased screen-used props and replicas from iconic films, allowing fans to get close to horror history.
- Creep I.E. Comics, presented in collaboration with Outpost 31 Comics, We Can Be Heroes and Panick Entertainment, highlighted horror-themed comic books, graphic novels and original art.
- A cosplay contest, which drew costumed attendees into competition, showcased fan creativity with outfits ranging from classic horror icons to original creations.
These experiences positioned the event as more than a traditional convention floor layout, encouraging attendees to participate in the horror culture as much as observe it.
The Vendor Hall spanned a large section of the convention center, hosting independent artists, authors, local businesses and established brands. Vendors sold unique horror-inspired merchandise including apparel, posters, collectibles, handmade crafts and limited-edition artwork.
The event extended beyond indoor programming with concerts and live performances on the outdoor stage. Bands and artists were scheduled to perform across the three-day schedule. The concerts kept energy high after the exhibit hall closed, giving attendees an additional space to partake in entertainment in a festival atmosphere. Additionally, food trucks offered a range of dining options as well as concessions and pop-up bars inside the building.
Creep I.E. Aftermath has become one of the Inland Empire’s largest horror conventions, combining celebrity appearances, vendors, fan programming, and entertainment all under one roof.
The next Creep I.E. Con is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 30 through Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, also at the Ontario Convention Center. This event will mark its fifth year. Scheduled features include over 170 vendors, the Fear Farm Haunt, Creep I.E. Comics, panels hosted by Bloody Disgusting, Art’s Sideshow Prop Museum, outdoor food trucks, and professional photo opportunities and many more.
