Prizes Worth Screaming For!
Check out our current and past competitions—free to enter for all newsletter subscribers.
Dead Northern isn't just a celebration of horror—it's a stage for standout creativity. Whether you're submitting a film, volunteering, or joining one of our spine-tingling competitions, there's more than just glory on offer. Winners receive exclusive awards, festival recognition, industry exposure, and ghoulishly good goodies. So don't linger in the shadows—sign up and seize your chance to shine!
WIN VIP FESTIVAL TICKETS FOR DEAD NORTHERN 2025
Win a limited-edition Dead Northern mystery T-shirt—designed exclusively for the brave and bold. Each shirt is a surprise slice of festival horror, crafted to turn heads and summon envy. Sign up for your chance to uncover what lurks in the wardrobe.
WIN A DEAD NORTHERN MYSTERY BOX
Win a Dead Northern Mystery Box packed with exclusive merch, eerie surprises, and festival secrets—if you dare to unlock it.
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WIN A DEAD NORTHERN MYSTERY T-SHIRT
Win a limited-edition Dead Northern mystery T-shirt—designed exclusively for the brave and bold. Each shirt is a surprise slice of festival horror, crafted to turn heads and summon envy. Sign up for your chance to uncover what lurks in the wardrobe.
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WIN A DEAD NORTHERN MEGA MERCH BUNDLE
Unleash the ultimate prize with the Dead Northern Mega Merch Box—stuffed to the brim with exclusive festival gear, collector-worthy horror swag, and limited-edition surprises. It's the biggest box we've ever summoned… and it's yours to win if fate (and your signup) align.
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WIN A DEAD NORTHERN GIALLO AND CHILL
Slip into murderously good style with the best-selling Giallo and Chill T-shirt—our cult classic tee inspired by blood-red lighting, vintage screams, and late-night rewatch marathons. A must-have for fans of knives, neon, and noir, it's bold, comfy, and dangerously collectible. Wear it. Fear it. Love it.
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WIN A DEAD NORTHERN MYSTERY T-SHIRT
Channel the unknown with a Dead Northern Mystery Tee from our Ouija Collection—each shirt a spectral surprise conjured from beyond the veil. Whether it's cryptic, classic, or chillingly stylish, it's a message from the other side… straight to your wardrobe. Sign up and let the spirits decide your look.
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WIN AN OLED TV WITH TALK TALK
Win big with Dead Northern and TalkTalk—our headline sponsor is giving one lucky horror fan the ultimate viewing upgrade: a stunning OLED TV. Perfect for blood-red marathons and scream-worthy cinema nights
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WIN A FANGORIA MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION
Win a subscription to Fangoria—the legendary horror magazine that's been celebrating blood, guts, and cinematic gore for over four decades. Packed with exclusive interviews, deep-dive articles, and behind-the-scenes horrors, it's your all-access pass to genre royalty. Enter now and join the cult.
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WIN A DEAD NORTHERN HALLOWEEN HORROR BUNDLE
Enter for your chance to win the ultimate Halloween Horror Bundle—packed with terrifying treats, spooky surprises, and Dead Northern exclusives to haunt your October in style. Whether you're planning a horror movie marathon or conjuring up a costume party, this bundle is your ticket to seasonal screams and eerie elegance.
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WIN 2 TICKETS to see Killer Klowns from Outer Space
Step right up for a night of cosmic carnage! Win two tickets to our cult screening of Killer Klowns from Outer Space at the PictureHouse in York—hosted by the Nasty Video Club. Expect twisted laughs, popcorn panic, and pure '80s madness. This one's not for the coulrophobic
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WIN A DEAD HAPPY HOODIE
Wrap yourself in darkness with a Dead Happy Hoodie—designed for comfort, rebellion, and killer style. Bold, iconic, and unmistakably festival-approved, this hoodie is perfect for chilly screenings and haunted hangouts. Enter now for your chance to claim the look.
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WIN A SET OF HORROR CONTACT LENSES
Win a set of funky contact lenses—designed to turn heads and twist stares. Whether you're channelling demon eyes, cosmic patterns, or full-blown creature couture, these lenses add instant impact to any spooky look. Sign up for your chance to see horror through a whole new lens.
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WIN A T-SHIRT with FILM-NEWS.CO.UK
Win a T-shirt courtesy of Film-News.co.uk—a stylish shout-out to cinema lovers everywhere. Whether you're a collector or just craving something cool to wear to your next horror night, this prize brings movie fandom straight to your wardrobe. Claim yours by signing up now.
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Win VIP Festival Tickets — 2024 Edition
This year's Dead Northern was our most immersive yet. VIP ticket holders unlocked secret screenings, met genre legends, and walked away with killer swag. Want to be next in line for the ultimate horror experience? Subscribe and stay tuned.
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Win VIP Festival Tickets — 2023 Edition
From cult classics to cutting-edge indie horror, 2023 was a scream. Our VIPs got front-row seats to the fear, plus exclusive merch and backstage access - don't miss your chance to be part of it.
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Win VIP Festival Tickets — 2022 Edition
2022 brought bigger scares, bolder screenings, and unforgettable guests. Our VIP winners didn't just attend—they experienced Dead Northern from the inside. Want in next time? Sign up and stay close to the shadows.
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Win VIP Festival Tickets — 2021 Edition
Step into the chaos of 2021's horror revival with exclusive VIP access to Dead Northern. From blood-soaked premieres to eerie encounters, this was the year we came back swinging. Relive the madness—or claim your place in the next chapter.
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