Media Invitation to the First -Ever Spooky Awards

MT LAUREL, NJ (December 5, 2024) – The Halloween & Costume Association (HCA) is excited to unveil the winners for the inaugural Spooky Awards, a celebration of Halloween’s most innovative and creative designs in costumes, accessories, and decor. The Spooky Awards recognize outstanding artistry, craftsmanship, and marketable creativity, honoring creators who have captured the true essence of Halloween.

The 2024 Spooky Awards will be hosted at The Halloween & Party Expo in Las Vegas, taking place on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 5:00-6 p.m. at The Expo and World Market Center. This exclusive ceremony will bring together industry icons, trendsetters, and visionaries who shape the Halloween experience for millions each year. Media representatives are invited to cover this premier event and witness firsthand the thrilling announcement of this year’s winners.

As the industry’s most anticipated awards event, the Spooky Awards received entries from the most imaginative minds in Halloween throughout the summer. Judged on criteria including Innovation, Marketability, and Trendsetting Potential, these entries set a high bar for excellence, ensuring only the most exceptional creations made the finalists list. The selection showcases a spellbinding variety of products, from captivating costumes that transform wearers into beloved characters to enchanting decor and accessories that add an irresistible touch of fright and whimsy to Halloween celebrations.

The Halloween & Party Expo is a must-attend for industry professionals, bringing together the latest trends, product releases, and networking opportunities for leaders in Halloween and celebration merchandise. Attendees at the Spooky Awards will experience a unique celebration of creativity, marking a pivotal moment for Halloween's future.

We invite select media to join us in Las Vegas to celebrate this landmark event. The Spooky Awards promise an unforgettable evening of innovation, collaboration, and festivity—a true testament to the magic and excitement of Halloween.

For media inquiries or media registration, email caitlin.pinkerton@clarionevents.com or call 475-273-9602. For this event, please email info@halloweencostumeassociation.org or call 856-380-6839.

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About the Halloween & Costume Association (HCA): 

Known as the industry source for Halloween, with cumulative sales of $3 billion, the HCA has earned the title of “EXPERT” in all things costume-related and serves as a non-profit voice in the industry.

About the Halloween & Party Expo (HPE)

The Halloween & Party Expo, North America’s premier trade-only event, gathers the best in Halloween and party products from January 13 - 15, 2025, at the World Market Center in Las Vegas. This unique event is the ultimate destination for networking, innovation, and trade industry engagement, where seasoned professionals and new creators unite. For more information, email info@halloweenpartyshow.com or call 203.242.8712.