top of page

The 25th Annual

CHICAGO

HorroR fest

SUBMIT YOUR FILM NOW!

SEPT 27-28-29 2024

submit_btn-red_lg.png

About

The 25th edition of the CHICAGO HORROR FILM FESTIVAL is set to illuminate the world of independent horror cinema.

​

​

OCT 2024 dates tbd

​

​

This extraordinary event, born from the passion of dedicated horror creators and enthusiasts, promises two days of captivating programming featuring a curated selection of both local and touring short films.

 

Get ready to experience the pinnacle of indie horror as we present only the most exceptional and spine-tingling works on not one, not two, but three screens!

​

​

Film Categories 

​

All winners receive a digital certificate, ready to print: Winners in attendance on OCT 2024 will receive The Golden Dead AF Award!  

​

Best Short*

Best Feature*
Best Director*

Best 1st Time Director
Best Cinematography  

Best Actor

Best Actress

Best Child Acting

Best Kill
Best Blood/Gore

Best Scare
Best Foreign

Best LGBTQ 
Best Animated

Best Comedy

Best Poster 

Best Screenplay

Best WTF Was That

Best Monster/Demon/Villain

Best Trailer (most liked on our YouTube channel)

Homegrown Horror Award (Chicago-IL filmmakers)

CHFF Fav Award (chosen by CJ Vecchio)
 

submit_btn-red_lg.png

Meet the Team

cfb447689e-poster (2).jpg
214fd8fca9-poster (1) (1).jpg
436f4cd02a-poster.jpg
4016ac1301-poster.jpg
98bca728e6-poster (1).jpg
bottom of page