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

Shown on a GIANT screen at the almost 200 person capacity in Haverhill, Massachusetts. featuring full kitchen and drink menu.

Short genre films will be accepted with a run time of 20 minutes or less. ALL FORMS OF HORROR ARE WELCOME. we want to see what you got! We shine the light on underground filmmakers regardless of budget.

Awards & Prizes

PRIZES PRIZES PRIZES!
BEST LOCAL (new England)
BEST NATIONAL (usa)
BEST INTERNATIONAL (any where the eff else)
BEST HORROR SHORT SCREENPLAY
BEST HORROR MUSIC VIDEO
BEST HORROR PHOTOGRAPHY
AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARDS in 5 different categories!
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 have to be under 20 minutes
all films must be in English or subtitled
all entries must be complete
ALL FILMS CONSIDERED REGUARDLESS OF BUDGET
Selected films will be featured at the Happenstance Horror Fest as well as other screenings and conventions throughout the year.

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  • Paul Kelly

    In a word--phenomenal. I was absolutely thrilled to have my short film, Fowl Fury, included in your horror fest. You "tickled my catastrophe!" Much appreciation.

    June 2019
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  • Rob Lee

    I had so much fun at Happenstance!! There’s music, performances, food and great films. I met some really cool people there too. I highly recommend submitting

    June 2019
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  • Jim McDonough

    I’m so psyched to have any association with The Happenstance Horror Fest! Great people great films and a great community!!! I can’t wait to submit again!

    June 2019
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  • Rakefet Abergel

    I highly recommend this festival! I had a blast. The films were awesome. The people, even better. Made a ton of new friends and connections and my film was very well received. This fest is a labor of love and it’s clear the moment you walk in. George James Fraser and his wife put their heart and soul into making it the best fest possible. I would attend every year if I could! Congrats on a successful festival and can’t wait for next year.

    June 2019
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  • Cynthia Bergen

    Thank you for selecting House For Sale to be part of your film festival. All stars film festival. Keep up the good work supporting Indie Filmmakers. Cynthia Bergen #nosleepfilms

    June 2018
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