Stained Glass and Blood Bath productions presents the annual Happenstance Horror Fest! Searching for the most beautiful of the bloody all around the world.

This year we are teaming up with MonstahXpo! Featuring 140+ curated artists, creators, movie makers, vendors, and special celebrity guests.

genre films will be accepted ALL FORMS OF HORROR ARE WELCOME. we want to see what you got! We shine the light on underground filmmakers regardless of budget. Story and passion carry more than a price tag around these parts

Awards & Prizes

PRIZES PRIZES PRIZES!

AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARDS in ever changing categories each year!
All films will be judged by an unbiased motley crew of local horror enthusiasts including award winning authors, bloggers, and filmmakers

Rules & Terms

all films must be in English or subtitled
The weirder the better.
HORROR IS AN OPEN ENDED LETTER TO WHAT LIVES IN YOUR NIGHTMARES. THERE ARE NO RULES.
all entries must be complete.
Is the world still on fire?
ALL FILMS CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF BUDGET
Selected films will be featured at the Happenstance Horror Fest as well as other screenings and conventions throughout the year with the filmmakers permission.

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  • Rachel Thomas-Medwid

    Thrilled to be the recipient of the Women in Horror Award for Penny...thank you so much! Sadly I was unable to attend but I heard wonderful things about the festival from those who did...will definitely be submitting again and hope to get there and soak up some amazing horror next year!

    November 2023
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  • Anna & Alex Liakos

    What a great fest! George did an amazing job with Literally everything! He curated a great line up of movies! Having our film AMATEUR NIGHT screen at the fest was truly an honor. Will ABSOLUTELY be submitting again for years to come. If you’re a filmmaker you have to submit to this fest!!! & and if you a movie lover get you a** to the next happenstance and see movies you will no see anywhere else!!!

    October 2023
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  • Lee Copeland

    I was thrilled to have my screenplay "What's Eating You?" As a selection at this years festival. Unfortunately due to unforseen circumstances I wasn't able to attend. They still make me feel welcomed and valued and the communication was great and appreciated. I still definitely submit my work again to this festival.

    October 2023
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  • Michael Dorfman

    Honored to have our film VAN IN SPACE screened at the Happenstance Horror Fest! Great communication and a fantastic collection of films. Highly recommended!!

    October 2023
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  • Kevin Lucero Less

    Amazing! Thank you so very much HH for selecting my film "Teacher's Pet" into your professional, amazing, and beautiful festival. It was a great opportunity - I truly appreciate it. Highly recommended for all. Cheers!

    October 2023
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