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"One of the top five Halloween Horror film festivals worth traveling for."
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"One of my favorite festivals in the state."
Al Topich - Film Critic
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"Among the most prestigious horror celebrations in the US."
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 22 - 25, 2025 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.
The venue
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.
984 seats
Main floor & Balcony
Official Merchandise
Get your official Nightmare in the Ozarks merchandise before the festival.
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