Scream 2026 guideFrom official sources · checked Oct 14
at a glance
- Hours
- 7 PM – 3 AM daily
- Age
- 18+. 18+ with valid, non-expired government-issued photo ID, no exceptions. School IDs, health cards, temporary paper IDs and photos of IDs are not accepted.
- Re-entry
- No re-entry after leaving the building. Weekend pass holders can return the next night with an intact wristband.
- Bags
- Small bags up to 12 x 12 in; larger bags must be see-through. Fanny packs and empty hydration packs are allowed.
- Payments
- Cashless event; credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay are accepted.
- Water
- Hydration stations are provided as part of harm reduction services.
- Parking
- On-site parking at the Edmonton EXPO Centre; 2026 pricing and pre-booking had not been announced.
- Shuttles
- Official return shuttles cost $20 per person and run 02:30 to 04:00 after each night to the JW Marriott, the WEM overflow lot and Southgate Mall. Advance booking is required.
hours
| Day | Gates | Music | Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, October 30 | 7 PM | — | 3 AM |
| Saturday, October 31 | 7 PM | — | 3 AM |
what to bring
Allowed
- Phones and portable chargers
- Sealed cigarettes and lighters
- Disposable vapes without refillable liquid chambers
- Empty hydration packs
- Non-professional cameras under 6 in
- Prescription medication with the prescription
- Powder makeup
- Sealed gum, hand sanitizer, tampons and wet wipes
- Hula hoops and poi
- Totems under 4 ft tall and no wider than 12 in
- Up to 30 g of cannabis in sealed store packaging, for designated areas
Not allowed
- Aerosols
- Glass, cans, cups or coolers
- Outside food or beverages, including alcohol and candy
- Liquid makeup and eye drops
- Professional photo, video or audio equipment
- Toy or prop weapons, including water guns
- Laser pointers, whistles and air horns
- Drones
- Large chains or spiked jewelry
- Inflatables and helium balloons
- Tents, chairs and blankets
- Strollers
- Fire dancing equipment
getting there
Edmonton EXPO Centre
7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5B 0J2, Canada
- YEGEdmonton International Airport
- Parking
- On-site parking at the Edmonton EXPO Centre; 2026 pricing and pre-booking had not been announced.
- Shuttles
- Official return shuttles cost $20 per person and run 02:30 to 04:00 after each night to the JW Marriott, the WEM overflow lot and Southgate Mall. Advance booking is required.
- Rideshare
- Marked rideshare pick-up and drop-off zones at the venue; expect surge pricing and long waits after the event.
- Accessibility
- Main floors and GA viewing areas are on one level and wheelchair accessible, and the venue has accessible entrances, washrooms, elevators and parking. Some VIP elevated platforms are not wheelchair accessible; contact the team before the event with specific needs.
official faq
Where is SCREAM 2026 held?
Edmonton EXPO Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB.
What is the last entry time?
Entry is allowed until 01:00 each night with an unscanned ticket.
Are tickets still available?
Most tiers are sold out; the official site listed Friday VIP as the last ticket type remaining. Buy only through Showpass or links on screamhalloween.ca.
How do wristbands work?
Wristbands are issued at the gate, are non-transferable and cover both nights for weekend passes. Cut or tampered wristbands are refused.
Are tickets refundable or transferable?
Tickets are non-refundable; transfers are allowed only through the official ticketing platform.
What does VIP include?
Express entry, VIP areas and viewing spaces, VIP bathrooms and coat check. Stage access is now only included with Ultra VIP.
Are masks allowed?
Yes, but they must be removed at security or ID checks on request. Real or replica weapons are not allowed with costumes.
Is there a coat check or lockers?
Coat and bag check is available for GA and VIP; there are no lockers.
Is there seating?
It is a standing GA festival, but every stage except Monsterhaus has bleacher seating, plus seating in the main court.
Can I smoke or vape?
Only in designated outdoor areas.
Is there a pre-party?
A separate night market and pre-party runs Thursday, October 29 at Midway Music Hall, free before 22:00 for SCREAM ticket holders who RSVP.
Does the time change affect the schedule?
No. The event runs as if there is no time change.
sources
Collected from these pages on Wednesday, October 14. Festivals change policies close to the date, so check the official site before you travel.
plan scream
Pick your sets, see what clashes, and build one schedule with your crew. Works offline at the festival.
