Eerie Horror Fest

Erie, United States
Tier CTrusted
57
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

The Eerie Horror Fest is an annual horror film festival held at the historic Warner Theatre in Erie, Pennsylvania. It is notable for combining curated screenings of new, classic, short, and feature-length horror films with celebrity guests, Q&As, workshops, and community events, making it one of Northwestern Pennsylvania’s signature genre festivals. Its significance in the festival circuit comes from its role as a showcase for independent and international horror films and as a regional gathering point for horror fans, filmmakers, and industry guests.

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+22 pts)

  • 18 years of verifiable history
  • 2 verified pro signals
  • Verified trusted status

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • FF_GOLD_BADGE
  • Documented history with archived programs

Festival Details

Founded

2008

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Legitimacy Score57/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
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