Night Frights LA Horror Film Festival 2026

Welcome to Night Frights LA Horror Film Festival 2026. SICK IN THE HEAD. BLOOD ON THE SCREEN. TERROR IN OUR HEARTS.

View the FULL 2026 Schedule Here (Keep watch for updates)

Horror wins again as we take over the historic Gardena Cinema this October 2–4 for Night Frights LA 2026. Forget the copy and paste blockbusters. We’re unleashing a brutal lineup of indie horror’s most brilliant, twisted minds.

FRIDAY: SCREEN SHOCK | Psychological Horror at its Finest.

SATURDAY: BLOODRUSH | A Bloody Motherf*cking Mess.

SUNDAY: NIGHT TERRORS | Supernatural, Uncanny, and Dreadful.

What does Night Frights LA offer?

• Killer Indie Premieres (Los Angeles, World, and United States Premieres)
• 2100films World Premiere of Horror Short FilmToo Tight to Move
• Red Carpet Media, Interviews & Filmmaker Q&As
• Deadly Collectible Wristbands/Event Badges
• Awards and Recognition with New Activation Reveal
• Afterparty (Filmmakers, Media, and VIP Only)
• Guaranteed Chaos

Please see which films are screening on each day HERE.

Pure genre film festivals are the new way for horror to be recognized on a wide scale. Secure your badges or tickets today! We have many options listed in our ticketing section. Have questions? Email contact@nightfrightsla.com for more information.

Passes do not guarantee seating; Early arrival recommended.