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Get ready! “Salem Horror Fest” returns October 2020

By BREANNA WHIPPLE

Heading into their fourth year, Salem Horror Fest returns this October with a lineup so stacked that I’ve been struggling to pick my jaw back up off the floor. The two-week horror celebration kicks off on October 1st through to the 11th, 2020 at Murray Hall – The Bridge at 211, a 19th century church repurposed to provide a hub for artistic expression while simultaneously honouring the landmark’s rich history.

If the location of the event wasn’t rad enough, wait ’til you get a load of what’s happening. If seeing fan favourites such as Demons, Prom Night, Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight, and Prince of Darkness within the confines of what used to be a house of worship isn’t enough to truly tickle your fancy, than perhaps the inclusion of live podcasts from both The Faculty of Horror and Shock Waves might.

Y’all fans of Vincent Price? Who isn’t! Why not come witness both classics House of Usher and The Last Man on Earth hosted by his very own daughter and legendary public speaker, Victoria Price. If for some god-forsaken reason you’re still not entirely convinced, why not wrap up a stellar two week venture with a two hour lecture from everyone’s favourite horror host, Joe Bob Briggs?

If you’re anything like me, you’re probably wondering where you can buy tickets for this unbelievably stacked event. I got ya covered! For more information/tickets head on over to www.salemhorror.com

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