BEYOND THE CRIME Convention 2026

The BEYOND THE CRIME Convention is an immersive, two day, event that brings together survivors, prosecutors, detectives, advocates, true-crime podcasters and fans .

The convention will feature over 30 guest panelists including the defense attorney for John Wayne Gacy and the family of Gabby Petito. We've also partnered with an expo hall full of vendors, true crime podcasters, self defense demonstrations, a mock crime scene and more! Want more out of the convention? Purchase one of our experiences and join a courtroom sketch artist for an evening of drinks and art -- or join a prison tour to Santa Fe's 'Old Main' prison, where you can learn the history behind the New Mexico prison riot.

BEYOND THE CRIMES mission is to bring together the true crime community for a day of inspiration, education, empowerment, advocacy and fun. Purchase a Platnium tiered ticket and cap off the night with complimentary food, games, a cash bar and a private showing of Beyond The Case.

BEYOND THE CRIME is presented by BEYOND THE CASE, an online true-crime show where a seasoned journalist, Crystal Gutierrez, and retired detective, Louis Carlos, actively re-investigate missing persons cases, in hopes of helping their families' find answers.

Doors will open at 8am on April 11th, 2026 for all ticket holders to pick up their badges, gift bags, and event schedules. Attendees may also buy or upgrade tickets at the check-in table upon availibility.

DURATION: This is a two day event with optional, seperatley ticketed, excursions the day before (Friday, April 10th)! Doors for the convention will offically open on Saturday, April 11th, at 8am and the first panel will begin around 9:30am. The day will begin to wind down at 4pm MST with an optional excursion event from 5:30pm to 6pm. Doors for our VIP dinner will open at 6:30pm. Day two will run from 9:00am and end at 4:00pm. Both days will have a scheduled lunch break in which we encourage you to take advantage of Isletas food court and resturants.

Gold & Platinum ticket holders -- your badge gives you access to our podcaster mingle & kickoff party on Friday, April 10th. You will also be given discount codes to purchase all other excursions at a discounted rate. Please check your email for more details!

Platinum ticket holders are also invited to join Beyond The Cases exclusive VIP dinner event from 6:30pm to 9:00pm. This event includes a catered dinner, games, a cash bar an exclusive episode of our show.

If you would like to exhbit at the event, or become a sponsor please complete the exhibitor or sponsor application on our webpage: @beyondcrimeconvention.com.

Please be aware that all ticket sales are final.