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HorrorCon India 2026 will return for its third edition on October 31 and November 1 in New Delhi. The two-day festival expects to attract more than 30,000 visitors and will feature live music, horror-themed activities, cosplay competitions and Halloween celebrations.
According to a HorrorCon India press release, the event is organised by TMV (The Mad Virus) and Khooni Monday, a horror and thriller community.
This year’s festival will feature performances by hip-hop duo Seedhe Maut, girl pop band W.i.S.H., singer-songwriter Bharat Chauhan and MTV Hustle 2026 artists Ansh4Sure, Whysokai and Parv.
Mumbai-based electronic music DJs NKSHTRA and NOIZX will also perform at the event.
The festival will feature eight major attractions, including a Halloween parade, a horror cosplay competition, a family cosplay showdown, a gaming arena, a Horror Geek Zone, a Trick or Treat Zone, a horror film festival featuring Indian and international films, and a Halloween party.
Visitors can also enjoy live horror storytelling, creator-led experiences, themed photo opportunities and food stalls.
A new addition this year is HallowVille, a dedicated Halloween celebration for children and families.
It will feature activities such as Monster Academy, bouncy and kids’ gaming arenas, children’s and family cosplay competitions, magic and puppet shows and a Monster Rave.
The event will also bring together more than 500 creators and influencers, along with surprise appearances by filmmakers, producers and celebrities.
Divay Agarwal, founder of TMVand HorrorCon India, and creator of Khooni Monday, said the festival aims to bring horror, music, creativity and community together and provide a platform for people to experience the genre in different ways.
