Dead Northern Horror Film Festival 2026
Join filmmakers and horror fans from around the world for three unforgettable days of independent horror cinema in York. Discover world premieres, cult classics, filmmaker Q&As, live events and unforgettable festival experiences.
Named one of Dread Central's "Top Festivals on the Planet" (2025)
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25-27 Sept 2026
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13-17 Coney St, York YO1 9QL
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City Screen Picturehouse
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3 days of Features and Shorts
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Horror Movies
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Parties, Q&A's, Quizes, Music
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Live Events
VIP FESTIVAL PASS
Enjoy all the benefits of the Screen Pass, plus a Dead Northern 2026 Festival T-shirt and exclusive access to our VIP festival awards party.
SCREEN PASS
Gain access to all film showings, receive a personalised lanyard, and five entries into our annual raffle featuring signed horror merchandise and films.
Day Passes
Available after the schedule release August 25th 2026.
Individual tickets
Available after the schedule release August 25th 2026.
Ticket Type Comparison
| Features & Perks | VIP Festival Pass - | Full Screen Pass - | Day Pass | Single Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | From £61.50* | From £86.00 | From £41.00 | From £8.00 |
| Access | Fri - Sun | Fri - Sun | Single Day | Single Event |
| All Feature Films | | | On chosen day | - |
| All Shorts Movies | | | On chosen day | - |
| Official 2026 T-Shirt | | - | - | - |
| VIP Special Edition Pass | | - | - | - |
| Parties | | - | - | - |
| Concession tickets are available for full-time students, individuals over 60, and CEA cardholders. Valid ID required upon entry. | ||||
AGE RESTRICTIONS
This event is strictly for attendees aged 18 and over
ID VERIFICATION
Please bring valid photographic ID for entry.
TICKET POLICY
All tickets are non-refundable. Each e-ticket is unique and will be verified upon entry
SEATING
Seating is unallocated and first come first served. Seats will always be available - early arrival is recommended if you've got a favourite spot!
Celebrated by Horror's Finest
Dread Central
"Definitely deserving of its place in the Best Genre Festivals in the world"
Fangoria
"One of the UK's biggest horror festivals... packed with everything horror fans could dream of."
Starburst
"A marvellous look at the genre... moments of genuine horror that have a real impact."
BBC
"An immersive experience... where filmmakers and fans come together to celebrate the strange."
The York Press
"York's ultimate destination for horror storytellers, turning the city into a hub for the macabre."
Nerdly
"A brilliantly curated celebration of horror. Dead Northern has carved out a distinct identity on the festival circuit, and it shows in every event they run"
The Independent Horror Society
"Dead Northern has become a standout event for UK horror fans a festival built on passion, community, and a genuine love for the genre."
Horror Cult Film
"Dead Northern continues to champion independent horror with passion and authenticity — a festival that truly supports the genre."
HORROR DNA
"A bold and original celebration of genre cinema — Dead Northern continues to push UK horror forward with every event."
BLOODY FLICKS
"A festival with real identity. Dead Northern champions indie horror with passion, energy, and a genuine love for the macabre."
LOVE HORROR
"A brilliantly run festival that showcases the very best in independent horror. A must‑attend for genre fans."
TOP GENRE FILM FESTIVALS 2026
"Recognised as one of the Top 65 Genre Film Festivals of 2026 based on international festival rankings compiled by filmmaker and festival analyst Adrian Tofei."
Prepare yourself for a weekend of thrills, chills, and unforgettable experiences at the Dead Northern Horror Film Festival 2026. We can't wait to welcome you to a festival that truly puts the 'festive' in film festival.
Step into the darkness and experience the horror that everyone is raving about.
Julien Allen
Producer - Short Film - The Wyrm of Bwlch Pen Barras
Adam Jordan
Director - Music Video - The Fungus - Voodoo
Sangeet Prabhaker
Director - Short Film - Dinghy
J Taylor-Jone
Director - Student Short - Dead Body
Julien Allen
Producer - Short Film - The Wyrm of Bwlch Pen Barras
Adam Jordan
Director - Music Video - The Fungus - Voodoo
Sangeet Prabhaker
Director - Short Film - Dinghy
J Taylor-Jone
Director - Student Short - Dead Body
Tape End Productions
Write/Director/Producer
Alix Austin
Director - Feature Film - Kill Your Lover
Sarah Michelle Durrant
Writer/Director - Music Video - Courthouse - 50 shades
Jude Brownhill
Writer/Director/Editor - Student Filmmaker - Did you get that?
Tape End Productions
Write/Director/Producer
Alix Austin
Director - Feature Film - Kill Your Lover
Sarah Michelle Durrant
Writer/Director - Music Video - Courthouse - 50 shades
Jude Brownhill
Writer/Director/Editor - Student Filmmaker - Did you get that?
Julien Allen
Producer - Short Film - The Wyrm of Bwlch Pen Barras
Adam Jordan
Director - Music Video - The Fungus - Voodoo
Sangeet Prabhaker
Director - Short Film - Dinghy
J Taylor-Jone
Director - Student Short - Dead Body
Julien Allen
Producer - Short Film - The Wyrm of Bwlch Pen Barras
Adam Jordan
Director - Music Video - The Fungus - Voodoo
Sangeet Prabhaker
Director - Short Film - Dinghy
J Taylor-Jone
Director - Student Short - Dead Body
Tape End Productions
Write/Director/Producer
Alix Austin
Director - Feature Film - Kill Your Lover
Sarah Michelle Durrant
Writer/Director - Music Video - Courthouse - 50 shades
Jude Brownhill
Writer/Director/Editor - Student Filmmaker - Did you get that?
Tape End Productions
Write/Director/Producer
Alix Austin
Director - Feature Film - Kill Your Lover
Sarah Michelle Durrant
Writer/Director - Music Video - Courthouse - 50 shades
Jude Brownhill
Writer/Director/Editor - Student Filmmaker - Did you get that?