2010 Transworld Halloween and Haunted Attraction Tradeshow
Here is a look at all the events, seminars, tours, and more for this
year’s show in St. Louis, Missouri March 25-28, 2010. We strongly suggest you
plan your hotels and events NOW as some events, seminars and tours
sell out fast. Education is very critical to the success of any
business, and the Transworld show provides education in the form of the industry’s
best seminar speakers, social events, and haunt tours!
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Pre-Show Speed Seminars & Bowling Party
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 • 12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Pre-Show Seminars: The Tradeshow kicks off with TransWorld’s
innovative ALL DAY SPEED SEMINARS! Industry experts will share
their knowledge in multiple power-packed 30 minute seminars that focus
on a precise subject. These seminars will get right to the
meat of a topic, exposing attendees to an amazing amount of new ideas
in a very short time. Hosted by Rich Hanf
Bowling Party: Unwind after your day of Pre-Show Speed Seminars with a
party at the Flamingo Bowl! Mix it up with drinks, dinner
and bowling.
$50 For All 10 Pre-Show Speed Seminars $50 For Bowling Party Only
$100 For Pre-Show Speed Seminars & Bowling Party!
Insane Shane’s Haunted Attractions Kick Off Party
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
This is a must-attend event for anyone participating in the TransWorld
Halloween & Attractions Show in St. Louis! Connect with friends
old and new, and network with other Haunts in a fun atmosphere!
• All-you-can-eat hors d’oeuvres, Cash bar, DJ with music, video screens and dance floor, Costume Contest with over a $1,000 in cash prizes and Door Prizes provided by the Haunt industries top vendors
Thursday, March 25, 2010 - Show Floor Open 9:30am to 5pm
TRANSWORLD’S HALLOWEEN & ATTRACTIONS SEMINAR SERIES
Adding Revenue – 3 Seminars – 9am – 12:30pm
Sideline Businesses – 3 Seminars – 1:00pm – 4:30pm
Haunt Tours:
The Darkness Behind the Scenes Tour.
Thursday, March 25, 2010 • 7:30pm to 10:30pm
One of the nation’s best haunted houses opens its doors to the
industry. Explore The Darkness World Class actors room, learn about the
security systems, explore the haunt, take photos and video.
Cost: $100.00 and includes a ticket to return either Friday or
Saturday to experience The Darkness with live actors.
Purchase tickets online at www.thedarkness.com
The Dubliner Opening Night Celebration
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Celebrate a successful opening day with your colleagues while you
enjoy dinner, drinks, raffles
and DJ at the Dubliner. The Dubliner is an authentic European gastro
pub serving high quality Irish inspired food.
Party Location: The Dubliner
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Cost: Free with Registration
Friday, March 26, 2010 - Show Floor Open 9:30am to 5pm
TRANSWORLD’S HALLOWEEN & ATTRACTIONS SEMINAR SERIES
Marketing Your Event – 3 Seminars – 9am-12:30pm
Operating Your Event – 3 Seminars – 1pm – 4:30pm
The Haunted House Association’s “Ultimate Brainstorm”
Friday, March 26, 2010 4:30 – 6:00 P.M.
Some of the country’s most successful and creative haunted attraction
owners will gather together to share secrets,
successes and sure-fire tips from their decades of experience. This
fast-moving, moderated discussion will cover the
topics that matter most to haunted attraction owners, such as design,
construction, operation, and promotion.
Admission is limited to current HHA members only!
The Haunted House Association Party
Friday, March 26, 2010
7:00 P.M.
It’s an annual TransWorld tradition! Join us Friday night as haunters
catch up with friends, share insights from their
seasons and celebrate the haunted attraction industry. This year’s
event will be a night full of music, fun and food unlike
anything ever seen before. There are no long-winded speeches and no
boring business meetings, just a casual night full
of surprises and socializing hosted by the HHA!
Haunt Tours:
The Darkness Live Actor Tour
Friday, March 26, 2010
7:30pm to 11:30pm
The Darkness LIVE ACTOR TOUR starts at 7:30pm until 11:30pm. The
Darkness is located less than 2 miles from the
convention center. Experience one of the best haunted houses in the
WORLD with live actors. Cost: $50.00 if purchased
online prior to March 1st, 2010. For more information visit www.TheDarkness.com
The Fearfest and Necropolis Haunt Tour
Friday, March, 26, 2010 7pm until 12am
Fearfest and Necropolis haunted houses tour in Columbia, Missouri
approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes from the
convention center. Transportation will be provided on Motor coaches, food and drinks will be provided. Departure time 7pm pick up will be the front of the convention center.
Price $40 for both Haunted houses if you drive to the event or $70 for Motor coach combo which also
includes entrance to both haunted houses, food and motor coach transportation. Purchase tickets online at www.columbiahaunttour.com. Seating is limited dues to bus availability.
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Saturday, March 27, 2010 - Show Floor Open 9:30am to 5:30pm
TRANSWORLD’S HALLOWEEN & ATTRACTIONS SEMINAR SERIES
Turning Actors Into Monsters – 3 Seminars – 9am-12:30pm
Production Design – 3 Seminars – 1pm – 4:30pm
HHA Auction
Saturday, March 27, 2010 4:30 P.M.
Looking for great deals on brand new props, animatronics and services?
The HHA Auction starts at 4:30, with items from the industry’s leading
vendors, suppliers and artists. There is no cost to participate and
bidding is open to everyone.
IAHA Awards Banquet
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Join the International Association of Haunted Attractions in
recognizing the leaders in the Haunted Entertainment Industry at the
3rd Annual IAHA Awards Banquet!
Haunt Tours:
The Darkness Live Actor Tour
Saturday, March 27, 2010 7:30pm to 11:30pm
The Darkness LIVE ACTOR TOUR starts at 7:30pm until 11:30pm. The
Darkness is located less than 2 miles from the
convention center. Experience one of the best haunted houses in the
WORLD with live actors. Cost: $50.00 if purchased
online prior to March 1st, 2010. For more information visit www.TheDarkness.com
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Sunday, March 28th, 2010 - Show Floor Open 9:30am to 2pm
No seminars or events planned.
Here is a look at all the events, seminars, tours, and more for this
year’s show in St. Louis, Missouri March 25-28, 2010. We strongly suggest you
plan your hotels and events NOW as some events, seminars and tours
sell out fast. Education is very critical to the success of any
business, and the Transworld show provides education in the form of the industry’s
best seminar speakers, social events, and haunt tours!
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Pre-Show Speed Seminars & Bowling Party
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 • 12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Pre-Show Seminars: The Tradeshow kicks off with TransWorld’s
innovative ALL DAY SPEED SEMINARS! Industry experts will share
their knowledge in multiple power-packed 30 minute seminars that focus
on a precise subject. These seminars will get right to the
meat of a topic, exposing attendees to an amazing amount of new ideas
in a very short time. Hosted by Rich Hanf
Bowling Party: Unwind after your day of Pre-Show Speed Seminars with a
party at the Flamingo Bowl! Mix it up with drinks, dinner
and bowling.
$50 For All 10 Pre-Show Speed Seminars $50 For Bowling Party Only
$100 For Pre-Show Speed Seminars & Bowling Party!
Insane Shane’s Haunted Attractions Kick Off Party
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
This is a must-attend event for anyone participating in the TransWorld
Halloween & Attractions Show in St. Louis! Connect with friends
old and new, and network with other Haunts in a fun atmosphere!
• All-you-can-eat hors d’oeuvres, Cash bar, DJ with music, video screens and dance floor, Costume Contest with over a $1,000 in cash prizes and Door Prizes provided by the Haunt industries top vendors
Thursday, March 25, 2010 - Show Floor Open 9:30am to 5pm
TRANSWORLD’S HALLOWEEN & ATTRACTIONS SEMINAR SERIES
Adding Revenue – 3 Seminars – 9am – 12:30pm
Sideline Businesses – 3 Seminars – 1:00pm – 4:30pm
Haunt Tours:
The Darkness Behind the Scenes Tour.
Thursday, March 25, 2010 • 7:30pm to 10:30pm
One of the nation’s best haunted houses opens its doors to the
industry. Explore The Darkness World Class actors room, learn about the
security systems, explore the haunt, take photos and video.
Cost: $100.00 and includes a ticket to return either Friday or
Saturday to experience The Darkness with live actors.
Purchase tickets online at www.thedarkness.com
The Dubliner Opening Night Celebration
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Celebrate a successful opening day with your colleagues while you
enjoy dinner, drinks, raffles
and DJ at the Dubliner. The Dubliner is an authentic European gastro
pub serving high quality Irish inspired food.
Party Location: The Dubliner
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Cost: Free with Registration
Friday, March 26, 2010 - Show Floor Open 9:30am to 5pm
TRANSWORLD’S HALLOWEEN & ATTRACTIONS SEMINAR SERIES
Marketing Your Event – 3 Seminars – 9am-12:30pm
Operating Your Event – 3 Seminars – 1pm – 4:30pm
The Haunted House Association’s “Ultimate Brainstorm”
Friday, March 26, 2010 4:30 – 6:00 P.M.
Some of the country’s most successful and creative haunted attraction
owners will gather together to share secrets,
successes and sure-fire tips from their decades of experience. This
fast-moving, moderated discussion will cover the
topics that matter most to haunted attraction owners, such as design,
construction, operation, and promotion.
Admission is limited to current HHA members only!
The Haunted House Association Party
Friday, March 26, 2010
7:00 P.M.
It’s an annual TransWorld tradition! Join us Friday night as haunters
catch up with friends, share insights from their
seasons and celebrate the haunted attraction industry. This year’s
event will be a night full of music, fun and food unlike
anything ever seen before. There are no long-winded speeches and no
boring business meetings, just a casual night full
of surprises and socializing hosted by the HHA!
Haunt Tours:
The Darkness Live Actor Tour
Friday, March 26, 2010
7:30pm to 11:30pm
The Darkness LIVE ACTOR TOUR starts at 7:30pm until 11:30pm. The
Darkness is located less than 2 miles from the
convention center. Experience one of the best haunted houses in the
WORLD with live actors. Cost: $50.00 if purchased
online prior to March 1st, 2010. For more information visit www.TheDarkness.com
The Fearfest and Necropolis Haunt Tour
Friday, March, 26, 2010 7pm until 12am
Fearfest and Necropolis haunted houses tour in Columbia, Missouri
approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes from the
convention center. Transportation will be provided on Motor coaches, food and drinks will be provided. Departure time 7pm pick up will be the front of the convention center.
Price $40 for both Haunted houses if you drive to the event or $70 for Motor coach combo which also
includes entrance to both haunted houses, food and motor coach transportation. Purchase tickets online at www.columbiahaunttour.com. Seating is limited dues to bus availability.
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Saturday, March 27, 2010 - Show Floor Open 9:30am to 5:30pm
TRANSWORLD’S HALLOWEEN & ATTRACTIONS SEMINAR SERIES
Turning Actors Into Monsters – 3 Seminars – 9am-12:30pm
Production Design – 3 Seminars – 1pm – 4:30pm
HHA Auction
Saturday, March 27, 2010 4:30 P.M.
Looking for great deals on brand new props, animatronics and services?
The HHA Auction starts at 4:30, with items from the industry’s leading
vendors, suppliers and artists. There is no cost to participate and
bidding is open to everyone.
IAHA Awards Banquet
Saturday, March 27, 2010
Join the International Association of Haunted Attractions in
recognizing the leaders in the Haunted Entertainment Industry at the
3rd Annual IAHA Awards Banquet!
Haunt Tours:
The Darkness Live Actor Tour
Saturday, March 27, 2010 7:30pm to 11:30pm
The Darkness LIVE ACTOR TOUR starts at 7:30pm until 11:30pm. The
Darkness is located less than 2 miles from the
convention center. Experience one of the best haunted houses in the
WORLD with live actors. Cost: $50.00 if purchased
online prior to March 1st, 2010. For more information visit www.TheDarkness.com
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Sunday, March 28th, 2010 - Show Floor Open 9:30am to 2pm
No seminars or events planned.