Sawdust City Fright Fest

Sawdust City Fright Fest is an independent horror film festival in Oshkosh celebrating the creativity, chaos, and imagination of the horror genre. Held at the historic TIME Community Theater, this annual event showcases a carefully curated lineup of independent horror films, with a special focus on Wisconsin filmmakers alongside standout indie horror from around the world.

More than just a movie screening, Sawdust City Fright Fest creates a gathering place for horror fans, filmmakers, and genre enthusiasts with feature films, short films, filmmaker appearances, Q&A sessions, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Whether you love creature features, psychological nightmares, supernatural scares, or strange underground cinema, this Oshkosh horror festival delivers a unique celebration of independent filmmaking during Wisconsin’s Halloween season.

Discover one of Wisconsin’s must-visit Halloween events for indie horror fans and experience a festival built by horror lovers, for horror lovers. Sawdust City Fright Fest continues to grow as a destination for fans searching for unique things to do in Wisconsin, scary movies, and unforgettable fall events.