sept 26-27th 2026 Welcome to the Logan Theatre, a cherished landmark in Chicago's Logan Square since 1915. Renowned for its Art Deco charm and modern amenities, the Logan Theatre is excited to host the 2026 Chicago Horror Film Festival. This annual event features a thrilling selection of horror films from around the world, including indie masterpieces and major releases. Join us for a spine-chilling week of films, engaging discussions, and unique opportunities to connect with filmmakers and horror enthusiasts. Experience the best of horror cinema at the Logan Theatre - where nightmares come to life on the big screen. Filmmaker - producerS - Actors - mediA - vip weekend PassholderS onlY Best Horror Feature Best Horror Short Best Horror Chicago/IL - Manifest - PELACARAS WINNER Best Horror 1st Time Director - O. Ivan Delgado Elevated WINNER - Nick Bankhead & Brian Redmond Murder Cabin - Wenzler Powers Drink Up - Jack Seibert Annie's Perfect Teeth - Kaitlin Culucundis-Parry The Knock - Christopher A Perna '77 Best Horror Director - Taylor Martin The Showffeür & Underbelly WINNER - Hannah Walls-Scott - Bumbo - Cameron A. Tubbs Acolyte - Gabe Kimpson, Christina Alexandra Tongue - Ben Arndt - Breakups Suck - P Patrick Hogan - Blindsided Best Horror Director - Chicago/IL - Andrew Gibbs - Manifest WINNER - Jeph Porter Close Encounter.
