Chicago Krampus World Oddities Expo — Des Plaines, IL

Chicago Krampus World Oddities Expo — Event Details

📍 Venue: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center — 5591 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018
📅 Dates: TBA — 2026 dates not yet announced
🕐 Hours: Sat 11 AM – Sun 7 PM
🎫 Price: Paid admission (varies by day & pass level)
👶 Ages: All ages
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: See official event page

🎃 Local Insight Ratings

Best for: Horror superfans, cosplayers, and collectors.

💡 Know Before You Go

🎃 Budget for photo ops — celebrity photos and autographs are priced separately and add up fast.

🎃 Cosplay? Check the weapons policy — prop rules are strict and enforced at entry.

🎃 Plan your panel schedule — popular panels fill rooms; arrive 30 minutes early.

🎃 Bring cash for the vendor floor — rare finds go to whoever pays first.

🎃 Buy weekend passes early — they sell out and single-day tickets cost more at the door.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When is Chicago Krampus World Oddities Expo?
Chicago Krampus World Oddities Expo runs TBA — 2026 dates not yet announced — full schedules drop a few weeks before showtime.

Who are the guests?
Guest announcements roll out over the months before the show; the official page keeps the current list.

Can kids attend?
Yes, though some content skews adult. Kids 10 and under are often free with a ticketed adult — check the policy.