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What is ScareLA?
ScareLA the Los Angeles Halloween convention celebrates the West Coast’s Halloween, haunt, and horror community and fans with exclusive presentations, industry panels, hands-on workshops, onsite attractions and an exhibitor show floor designed to inspire and promote play. Opening its doors for the first time in 2013 as the first-ever Southern California Halloween convention, ScareLA attracted nearly 4,000 passionate Halloween fans, professionals and members of the media. The excitement the event generated carried well into the fall resulting in new collaborations, boosted attraction attendance and an invigorated scare entertainment community.
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What are the dates and times of the event?
ScareLA takes place on August 9th and 10th, 2014. The times of the event are 11:00am till 7:00pm on Saturday and 11:00am till 6:00pm on Sunday.
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Where can I park and how much will it cost?
Public parking for the event will be located onsite for $10.00 per car. In the event that this lot becomes full, downtown Los Angeles also has a wide variety of street parking and other public lots that may be available (parking prices will vary.) Please be advised that there are no ins and outs from the onsite parking lot – if you leave the lot, you must pay the $10.00 again for re-entry.
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What public transportation is near the convention location?
Metro Lines 14, 35, 37, 38, 40, 45, 48, 55, 355, 603, 745, and Metro Blue Line all have stops within walking distance of the location. Visit Metro.net to find the best route for you. Biking to ScareLA? Please bring your own lock and ride safe, scary friends!
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Are there any hotels in the area that I can stay at while in town for ScareLA?
ScareLA has exclusive rates at LA Downtown Hyatt Hotel in downtown Los Angeles starting at $159.00 per night! Book online http://losangelesdowntown.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html/> or call (213) 617-1133 (discount reservation code: ScareLA) to check availability.
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What kind of Exhibitors & Vendors will be at ScareLA?
We have a diverse list of over 100 exhibitors and vendors attending this year’s show including artists, filmmakers, top haunted attraction manufacturers, and many more! To see all the current attendees, please visit our Exhibitor Page.
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How do I buy things at the convention?
Each vendor has their own policies regarding methods of payment. Be sure to ask what forms of payment they accept before agreeing to any purchases.
Tip: Some vendors offer cash and carry offers which are a great way to save on Halloween merchandise so bring some bills!
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How can I get tickets to ScareLA?
Tickets are on sale now at the ScareLA ticketing page <http://scarela.com/tickets2014/>. Order your tickets, print them out, and bring them with you on the weekend of the event. Tickets will also be on sale at the door from 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., however they are subject to availability – so don’t wait until it is too late to secure your spot at the event!
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What is the difference between “Fear Freak” and the “Scare Student” tickets?
“Fear Freak” tickets include all general admission benefits plus faster registration, front-of-the-line access to panels and presentations, free entry to Terror Trucks haunted attraction, and a collectible ScareLA credential. “Scare Student” tickets includes all “Fear Freak” perks and unlimited access to classes and workshops. In order to take classes or workshops, you must purchase the “Scare Student” ticket. For more information on tickets, visit our Ticket Page. Some workshops may require an additional material fee. Pre-registration required for guaranteed seating for select classes. All tickets sales are final and non-refundable.
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Can I upgrade my pass?
Yes, you can upgrade onsite at the Box Office anytime between 10:00am – 5:30pm. on both days of the convention. Please note, pre-registration is required to guarantee seating in select classes. Advance purchase is highly recommended.
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What do I do if I want to take a class?
To take a class or workshop, order a “Scare Student” ticket level and pre-register online to reserve your spot. Sign up sheets will be available onsite on a first-come first-serve for any additional spots, however due to the popularity and high demand for these classes, we strongly recommend that you pre-register online to guarantee your admittance to the classes you want to take the most.
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Do I have to pay an additional fee for any of the classes or events?
Most of our classes and programs are at no additional cost, however a limited number of make-and-take workshops may require an additional materials fee. All fees will be posted on our class schedule.
Depending on your ticket level, you may also encounter nominal costs if you want to attend the ScareLA Ghostly Gala, take one-off classes or enjoy the onsite walk-through attractions.
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Will I be able to purchase tickets at the event, or do I have to buy them in advance?
Tickets will be available at the door, however they are subject to availability. To guarantee your entrance to the event, it is best to buy the tickets online in advance.
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If I am buying my tickets at the door, can I buy Sunday tickets on Saturday?
Yes, you may buy tickets for either day while our box office is open (10:00 a.m. – 5:30p.m.).
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I bought my tickets but now I am unable to attend – can I get a refund?
Unfortunately, all tickets sales are final and non-refundable. For any ticketing questions or concerns, please contact tickets@scarela.com
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How do I receive the tickets I bought online?
Once you have placed your online order, you will be sent your tickets through e-mail. For any ticketing questions or concerns, please contact tickets@scarela.com
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I can’t print out the ticket! I lost the e-mail confirmation! Will I not be allowed into the show?
Don’t worry! Bring a photo ID with the name of the person who made the reservation and we can look you up in our system at the Box Office.
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What is the deadline for ordering tickets online?
There is no deadline for online tickets, we will sell them continuously throughout both days of the convention.
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Will the tickets sell out?
Although we have many available tickets, there is a chance that we may reach capacity on one or both of the days. To ensure your entry to the event, it is best to buy the tickets in advance.
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What are your age restrictions?
Per our name, ScareLA celebrates the scary side of Halloween. Children are welcome so long as they are chaperoned by an adult, and little trick r treaters aged 12 and under are also welcome to come in free of charge. (please note that only ticketed patrons may be admitted to certain seated presentations).
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I have a small child, do I have to buy him/her a ticket?
Children under 12 years of age may enter ScareLA for free, but they must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Any unattended children will be fed to the monsters.
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Can I bring my children to ScareLA? Will there be any child-friendly events?
Yes, all are welcome to the event! Children under 12 years of age can attend ScareLA for free on both days, as long as they are accompanied by an adult at all times. Although there will be much to see on both days, be sure to bring them on Sunday, August 11th from 11 – 1:00 p.m. to enjoy a multitude of exciting events sure to entertain guests of all ages.
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Can I wear my costume to ScareLA?
Of course you can! We love to see what creative costumes our guests can come up with! From Ghouls, Ghosts, and Scary Clowns to whatever you can imagine – bring your Halloween best! Just remember that there are children present, so PG-13 please. Couple of simple rules to make this as safe and fun as possible for all:
1) please do not have anything that will drip off your costume (keep all blood and slime on your person at all times!).
2) Absolutely no weapons, fire crackers or anything that has projectiles or makes loud noise. Violating our weapons policy can result in your imminent peril or being escorted off the premises.
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Can I bring a camera or video camera?
Cameras and video cameras are allowed and encouraged. Please share your photos and videos! However, please be respectful of the artists, vendors, and exhibitors, and refrain from shooting if a presenter states that it is a camera free time.
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Can I re-enter the show if I leave?
Yes you can! Saturday or Sunday tickets are good for that entire day of ScareLA, and Weekend Passes good for the entire weekend. Though, with all our vendors, panels, food trucks, and events, you might find yourself not wanting to leave at all! Please keep your wrist band on at all times and note, however, that there are no ins and outs allowed for the onsite parking – if you leave the lot, you will need to pay again for re-entry.
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Will there be food on site?
YES! We will have an assortment of delicious food trucks, coffee, ice cream, and refreshments at the event on both days.
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Will alcohol be served onsite?
No. Alcohol will not be served or allowed on the premises during convention hours. Alcohol will only be served during our Ghostly Gala party Saturday night for patrons 21+. Anyone wishing to consume alcohol must present a valid I.D. to show proof of age. Please drink responsibly or you will be escorted out of the event without a refund.
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Does ScareLA give out press passes?
Yes we do. Contact inquiry@genieeffect.com and send information about your outlet, credentials, readership, and anything else you think we should know about.
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How can I volunteer to work at the show?
To volunteer at ScareLA you can fill out our Volunteer Application. To be considered for a volunteer opportunity you must be 18 year or older as of August 9th, 2013. You must have a valid driver’s license and your own means of transportation.
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