New Delhi NCR : For the first time in the country, India is gearing up for its largest-ever Halloween celebration as HorrorCon India 2025. The massive pop-culture festival will take place on October 25 and 26, 2025, at NSIC Grounds, Okhla, New Delhi.
Touted as India’s biggest Halloween-themed pop culture festival, this year’s edition promises to be grander, scarier and more electrifying than ever before. The event will be blending horror, music, art and creativity into an immersive experience. With 20,000+ expected visitors, 400+ creators and influencers, and nearly 2 billion digital impressions, HorrorCon India is poised to script a new chapter in India’s entertainment and pop-culture landscape.
A First-of-Its-Kind Halloween celebration in India
Inspired by Western traditions but rooted in Indian storytelling, HorrorCon India aims to offer a uniquely spooky and creative experience for the country’s youth and families.
The NSIC Grounds will transform into a lively “Halloween Town,” featuring:
- Haunted houses
- Mystic zones with tarot readers and astrologers
- Paranormal talks
- Horror podcast sessions
Families can enjoy a dedicated Trick-and-Treat Area and Kids Play Zone, hosting cosplay, science activities, and engaging workshops. Meanwhile, adults can participate in a separate cosplay competition showcasing creativity and eerie artistic flair. Attendees can also explore the Bizarre Bazaar and Hallowville Food Zone, offering horror-themed merchandise, décor items, and specially crafted spooky delicacies.
India’s first-ever Halloween parade
Adding to the excitement, HorrorCon will feature India’s first Halloween parade, creating a visual spectacle that blends thrill, costumes, and celebration. The evenings will conclude with high-energy live performances by artists offering an exhilarating fusion of music, magic and madness.
A celebration of fear, unity and creativity
More than just a horror fest, HorrorCon focuses on imagination, artistry, and community. It serves as a cultural bridge where creators meet fans, passion meets performance, and fear becomes fun. The festival positions horror not merely as a genre but as a creative force capable of connecting people through stories and shared experiences.