No.

Awaken the Spirits! is an entirely different event a different venue and ticketing service and pricing levels. (Tickets to Awaken the Spirits! are lower that the list price of Midsummer Scream tickets).

However, if your funds are low, we are still honoring refunds for tickets to Midsummer Scream. If you still have tickets for the event, you can obtain a refund by clicking here. Do note that prices for tickets to Midsummer Scream will be higher next year, so if you’re planning to attend, you’ll be saving money by holding onto them!

Maybe?

We anticipate the event selling out prior to our event days, but if tickets are available we will be selling them at the door. 

Cosplay and costumes and makeup are absolutely encouraged!

Please note our policy on prop weapons.

What Is The Prop Weapon Policy?

No prop firearms of any kind are allowed inside the Pasadena Convention Center. No metal swords, axes, chainsaws, or anything with a sharp edge, pointy tip, or that is blunt and heavy (i.e. a wooden or aluminum baseball bat) that could cause harm.

If your cosplay weapon does not fit the safety guidelines you will not be able to bring it into the convention center. Our staff and security have full discretion to deny entry to anyone carrying a prop weapon they deem unsafe for any reason.

This policy is strictly enforced as safety is a priority for our guests.

Infants 12-months and under will be admitted free of charge; all other guests regardless of age will need paid admission.

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Yes, non-commercial photography and video is allowed throughout Awaken EXCEPT for select presentations and performances that will advise prior to the start or entry. Respect any vendor, guest, or other individuals who indicated they do not wish to be photographed.

You may not sell any photos taken at Awaken the Spirits! except at the permission of the event producers.

Please do take lots of pics and post them on social media with the hashtag #midsummerscream and #awakenthespirits .

Scale, content and capacity of venue.

Awaken the Spirits! will maintain the “spirit” of Midsummer Scream, with hundreds of vendors, a large gorgeous theatre for Halloween industry professionals can revealed their 2021 plans,speakers and guests ranging from horror celebrities to haunted attraction professionals, make-up demos, education, and more.

But due to a variety of factors, including the space available in the venue, certain features such as the Hall of Shadows, Black Cat Lounge, and other staples of Midsummer Scream can’t be replicated.

Because of the uncertainty of large event restrictions due to the pandemic, as well as venue constraints, we had to cancel Midsummer Scream 2021.

As it became clear large event gatherings were going to be allowed by the state more quickly than anticipated, we jumped at the chance to do something in MSS fashion to bring the community together and do what MSS does-kick off the Halloween season. So though Awaken won’t be as massive in scope, it will be filled with fun, community and our dark and creative hearts.

As of Thursday, July 22 the City of Pasadena requires all people, regardless of vaccination status, to wear mask indoors at public spaces including the Pasadena Convention Center.

We expect all guests attending Awaken the Spirits! to follow these guidelines or not attend the event. Guests who violate this guideline will be required to leave without a refund.

We also encourage all guests to get vaccinated prior to attending the event.

Be advised that if the State of California or City of Pasadena creates stricter rules around masks, social distancing, vaccination (including providing proof of vaccination), all attendees to Awaken the Spirits! will be required to follow any updated guidelines or rules.

Refunds for tickets to Awaken the Spirits! are available, minus ticketing fees, up until Saturday, August 7, 2021. For a refund please email creepyla@gmail.com — include your order number, and name and email used placing the order.

You can access all tickets ordered under your email by clicking here. If you did not set up an account upon your initial purchase, you will be asked to do so to access your tickets. If you’re still unable to find your tickets, please send an email to creepyla at gmail dot com with the name and phone number you ordered your tickets under, ticket number, or any other info that may help us retrieve your tickets.

Please email creepyla@gmail.com with any questions or issues.

While we try to respond to messages sent through social media, we can not guarantee a response.

When contacting us please provide as much info as possible – for example, if a ticketing issue, include your ticket number, email tickets were ordered under, etc.