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October 21-24, 2026

Eureka Springs, Arkansas

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October 21-24, 2026 Eureka Springs, Arkansas ~~~~~~~~

  • "One of the top five Halloween Horror film festivals worth traveling for."

    The New York Times

  • "Nightmare in the Ozarks and its surrounding environs feel like its very own Halloween world."

    The Pitch

  • "the top of many festival-goers and filmmakers’ wishlists"

    Rue Morgue

  • "One of my favorite festivals in the state."

    Al Topich - Film Critic

  • "Among the most prestigious horror celebrations in the US."

    NWA Democrat Gazette

Deep in the Ozark Mountains lies the haunted Victorian town of Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

At the heart of the town sits the historic City Auditorium with its 984-seat grand theatre — the home of the Nightmare in the Ozarks Film Festival.

Join us October 21 - 24, 2026 in The Halloween City for an exclusive showcase of the horror genre’s most anticipated new films, Halloween festivities, and one of the largest zombie parades in the country.

Poster for 'Nightmare in the Ozarks' film festival, taking place October 21-24 at the City Auditorium in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, featuring a colorful illustration of a bear, a snake, and a woman in a forest scene with dark background.

Known to locals as “The Aud,” the historic City Auditorium is located in the heart of downtown Eureka Springs. For nearly 100 years, The Aud has welcomed national and international stars to its stage, from BB King to Willie Nelson. Now, it serves as the home of the Nightmare in the Ozarks Film Festival.

Films are shown on a 26 foot screen in front of nearly 1000 seats.

The venue

A stone building at night under the moon, with illuminated windows and moving vehicle light streaks in front.

984 seats

Main floor & Balcony

Black circle with a white outline on a black background.

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