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HallowScreamCon 2026 Visitors — Stay at The Cal for Nightlife

Attending HallowScreamCon 2026 at Las Vegas Convention Center? California Hotel and Casino puts you in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip with easy access to the best nightclubs, pool parties, and entertainment after the show floor closes.

12 E Ogden Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Event Details

About HallowScreamCon 2026

Event

HallowScreamCon 2026

Venue

Las Vegas Convention Center

Dates

October 1, 2026 – October 4, 2026

Estimated Attendance

10,000+ attendees

The world's first global Halloween and horror entertainment convention, debuting at the Las Vegas Convention Center in October 2026. Produced by Screen Masters International, HallowScreamCon spans four days of film, TV, music, gaming, comics, animation, live attractions, and paranormal experiences — making Las Vegas the ultimate destination for horror fans during peak Halloween season.

Walking Distance

Nearby Venues from The Cal

You do not need to stay at a hotel to visit its nightclub. These venues are all within walking distance or a short rideshare from The Cal — perfect for a night out after HallowScreamCon 2026.

Hotel Overview

Why Stay at The Cal for HallowScreamCon 2026

California Hotel and Casino — known locally as 'The Cal' — is a Boyd Gaming property in the heart of downtown Fremont Street with a devoted Hawaiian following since the 1970s, making it the most culturally distinct budget hotel in Las Vegas. The 781-room property features a full casino, on-site dining including the legendary Aloha Specialties lunch counter, and is steps from Circa Resort's Stadium Swim — the best pool party venue in downtown Las Vegas. Commonwealth and Bauhaus nightclubs are within walking distance for visitors who prefer Fremont Street's growing nightlife scene over the Strip.

California Hotel and Casino is a budget-friendly choice that keeps you close to the action with a 3-star rating. It is 2.4 mi to LVCC from the Las Vegas Convention Center, making it a convenient base for HallowScreamCon 2026 attendees. Note that The Cal charges a $37/night daily resort fee, which covers WiFi, fitness center, and pool access.

The Cal is best for: downtown stays, Hawaiian visitors, budget travelers, Fremont Street nightlife, pool parties. Whether you are attending HallowScreamCon 2026 solo, with colleagues, or as part of a group, the combination of on-site amenities and proximity to nightlife makes it an excellent choice.

After Hours

After the Convention

The show floor closes, but Las Vegas is just getting started. Here are tips for making the most of your nights during HallowScreamCon 2026.

Submit Guest List 5–7 Days Out

HallowScreamCon 2026 draws industry professionals and conference attendees to Las Vegas — a crowd that moves fast on nightlife bookings. The same week that fills HallowScreamCon 2026's session rooms also fills Strip guest lists. Submit your NoCoverVegas request before the conference opens to lock your spot. Text (725) 999-9293 or use the form below with your night, group size, and venue preference.

Industry professionals and conference attendees: Dress Code Reminder

HallowScreamCon 2026's industry professionals and conference attendees arrive dressed for the show floor — which means badge lanyards, branded totes, and comfortable footwear that will not pass the nightclub door. Before leaving The Cal, swap the conference wear for dress shoes (men) or cocktail attire (women). Athletic wear, hats, and sneakers are turned away at OMNIA, XS, Hakkasan, and Marquee without exception.

Peak Night: Wednesday or Thursday

Convention attendees in Las Vegas split between nightclubs, casino entertainment, and strip clubs. Wednesday or Thursday is the highest-demand session — deals have been signed, speakers have wrapped, and the entire HallowScreamCon 2026 crowd is still in Las Vegas before weekend departures begin. If you want the full experience, wednesday or thursday at Commonwealth is it. The following nights thin quickly as early-flight attendees leave.

HallowScreamCon 2026: Dayclubs for Networking

Pool parties are an underused extension of HallowScreamCon 2026 networking — the informal outdoor setting at Encore Beach Club, OMNIA Dayclub, or Marquee Dayclub removes the formality of badge-scanning lobbies. When industry professionals and conference attendees step off the specialized exhibitions show floor onto a pool party terrace, the conversation dynamic shifts entirely.

Nightlife Calendar

What's On in Las Vegas During HallowScreamCon 2026

Las Vegas runs headliner nightlife events every weekend regardless of what convention is in town. Here is exactly what is happening at clubs near The Cal while you are in Las Vegas for HallowScreamCon 2026 — so you can plan your nights before you arrive.

Las Vegas October 2–3 Weekend 2026 — NASCAR Playoffs, Tiësto, Steve Aoki & Alesso

The October 2–3, 2026 weekend in Las Vegas coincides with the NASCAR South Point 400 Playoff race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway — the opening round of the NASCAR Cup Series Round of 8, drawing 75,000+ race fans to the north Las Vegas Valley and filling Strip hotels and nightclubs through Sunday. Nightclub programming delivers top-tier bookings on both nights: Tiësto headlines OMNIA Nightclub on Friday while Matroda takes LIV, Timmy Trumpet plays Marquee, and Mathame holds Zouk. Saturday escalates with Steve Aoki headlining OMNIA, Cedric Gervais at Marquee, Ray Volpe at Zouk, and afternoon pool party programming at Palm Tree Beach Club (Alesso), TAO Beach (Deorro), and LIV Beach (Disco Lines).

Full lineup →

Friday, October 2 — NASCAR Playoff Weekend Opening Night

10:30 PMNightclub
10:30 PMNightclub

Timmy Trumpet

Marquee Nightclub

10:30 PMNightclub
10:30 PMNightclub

House • Hip Hop After Hours

Drai's After Hours

1:00 AMAfter Hours

Saturday, October 3 — NASCAR Race Eve

11:00 AMDayclub
11:00 AMDayclub

Disco Lines

LIV Beach

11:30 AMDayclub

Steve Aoki

OMNIA Nightclub

10:30 PMNightclub

Cedric Gervais

Marquee Nightclub

10:30 PMNightclub
10:30 PMNightclub

Industry Night

Drai's After Hours

1:00 AMAfter Hours

OMNIA Nightclub October 2026 — Steve Aoki, Tiësto, Zedd & Martin Garrix Halloween

OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace runs a resident-heavy October 2026 schedule: Tiësto opens Friday October 2, Steve Aoki holds four bookings across October 3, 9, 16, and 23, Zedd headlines back-to-back Saturdays on October 17 and 24, Tiësto returns Friday October 30, and Martin Garrix headlines Halloween Night Saturday October 31. OMNIA's Halloween 2026 two-night anchor — Tiësto Friday and Garrix Saturday — is the venue's highest-profile fall booking. Free guest list at OMNIA through NoCoverVegas for all confirmed October dates. Source: Supabase event_listings (taogroup.com scraper).

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Friday, October 2 — Tiësto at OMNIA

10:00 PMNightclub

Saturday, October 3 — Steve Aoki at OMNIA

Steve Aoki

OMNIA Nightclub

10:00 PMNightclub

Zouk Nightclub October 2026 — RL Grime, Wax Motif, Alison Wonderland & Halloween

Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World Las Vegas books eight confirmed headliners across October 2026, spanning bass music, tech house, and hip-hop: Bolo opens Thursday October 1, Mathame headlines Friday October 2, Ray Volpe brings dubstep and riddim to Saturday October 3, RL Grime returns Thursday October 8, Wax Motif plays Friday October 9, Alison Wonderland headlines the peak Saturday October 10, Lil Wayne performs a special booking Saturday October 24, and Ian Asher closes out the pre-Halloween stretch on Thursday October 29. Free guest list at Zouk through NoCoverVegas for all confirmed October dates. Source: Supabase event_listings (zoukgrouplv.com scraper).

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Thursday, October 1 — Bolo at Zouk Nightclub

10:30 PMNightclub

Friday, October 2 — Mathame at Zouk Nightclub

10:30 PMNightclub

Saturday, October 3 — Ray Volpe at Zouk Nightclub

10:30 PMNightclub

LIV Nightclub October 2026 — Dom Dolla, Tiësto, Sidepiece & Metro Boomin

LIV Nightclub at Fontainebleau Las Vegas runs eleven confirmed headliner bookings across main room and LIV Beach for October 2026: Cassian opens Thursday October 1, Matroda takes Friday October 2, Metro Boomin headlines Saturday October 3, Max Styler plays Thursday October 8, Dom Dolla headlines Friday October 9 with Tiësto on LIV Beach Saturday October 10, Beltran holds Thursday October 15, Tiësto returns to headline LIV Nightclub on Friday October 16, Cloonee takes Saturday October 17 with Sidepiece at LIV Beach the same day, KETTAMA headlines Sunday October 18, and Layton Giordani closes the month Friday October 30. Free guest list through NoCoverVegas for all confirmed October dates. Source: Supabase event_listings (livnightclub.com scraper).

Full lineup →

Thursday, October 1 — Cassian at LIV Nightclub

10:30 PMNightclub

Friday, October 2 — Matroda at LIV Nightclub

10:30 PMNightclub

Saturday, October 3 — Metro Boomin at LIV Nightclub

Metro Boomin

LIV Nightclub

10:30 PMNightclub

Insider Guide

HallowScreamCon 2026 at The Cal: What to Know

About HallowScreamCon 2026. The world's first global Halloween and horror entertainment convention, debuting at the Las Vegas Convention Center in October 2026. Produced by Screen Masters International, HallowScreamCon spans four days of film, TV, music, gaming, comics, animation, live attractions, and paranormal experiences — making Las Vegas the ultimate destination for horror fans during peak Halloween season. The convention draws around 10K attendees to Las Vegas Convention Center each October, concentrated in the horror and halloween sector. Las Vegas venue operators recognize HallowScreamCon 2026 as one of the busier convention weeks of the year: guest lists fill 24 to 48 hours before target nights, and cover charges at walk-up are higher than on a standard weekend.

The Cal for HallowScreamCon 2026 attendees. California Hotel and Casino — known locally as 'The Cal' — is a Boyd Gaming property in the heart of downtown Fremont Street with a devoted Hawaiian following since the 1970s, making it the most culturally distinct budget hotel in Las Vegas. The 781-room property features a full casino, on-site dining including the legendary Aloha Specialties lunch counter, and is steps from Circa Resort's Stadium Swim — the best pool party venue in downtown Las Vegas. Commonwealth and Bauhaus nightclubs are within walking distance for visitors who prefer Fremont Street's growing nightlife scene over the Strip. The Cal sits 2.4 mi to LVCC from Las Vegas Convention Center — a standard 10-to-15-minute rideshare from the show floor without convention-week traffic. As a budget-tier option, The Cal attracts mid-level attendees and regional buyers attending HallowScreamCon 2026. The $37/night resort fee covers amenities including fitness facilities, and Wi-Fi.

Nearby nightclub access from The Cal. The Cal does not have a major nightclub on property, but its Strip location puts Commonwealth (0.6 mi) within reach. The nearest options: Commonwealth (0.6 mi), Bauhaus Las Vegas (0.8 mi). For HallowScreamCon 2026 groups, this still means one direct rideshare from the hotel without navigating the Strip on foot after a full day on the show floor. Guest list via NoCoverVegas is free at all of these venues — submit before the convention starts.

Pool parties during HallowScreamCon 2026. HallowScreamCon 2026 in October means the full Las Vegas pool party circuit is running. Encore Beach Club, OMNIA Dayclub, Marquee Dayclub, and TAO Beach operate Friday and Saturday from 11 AM. The typical HallowScreamCon 2026 schedule closes the show floor by 5 or 6 PM — making a post-convention Friday afternoon pool session logistically feasible. The closest dayclubs from The Cal: OMNIA Dayclub & Skybar and Stadium Swim at Circa. Guest list access keeps the cover charge off at all of them.

Dining and group coordination at The Cal. Coordinating a group dinner before a night out is one of the practical challenges during HallowScreamCon 2026 week. The Cal's restaurant lineup — Aloha Specialties, Redwood Bar & Grill — includes aloha specialties is the cal's most iconic offering — a hawaiian plate lunch counter serving loco moco, katsu curry, saimin noodles, and spam musubi at prices that transport you straight to honolulu. it's a genuine las vegas institution with loyal lines every day. redwood bar & grill covers classic prime rib and steak dinners in a cozy setting ideal for a sit-down meal before heading to fremont street for the night., all of which take reservations. For HallowScreamCon 2026 groups managing scattered show-floor schedules, a standing 7:30 or 8 PM dinner reservation provides a reliable gathering point after the convention floor closes. Book restaurant reservations and nightclub guest lists in the same planning window — both fill faster during HallowScreamCon 2026 week than on a normal Las Vegas weekend.

Strip clubs during HallowScreamCon 2026 from The Cal. Las Vegas strip clubs are the most convention-compatible late-night option because every major club — Sapphire, Hustler Club, Spearmint Rhino, and Peppermint Hippo — sends complimentary transportation directly to The Cal. No rideshare required, no cover charge, and a host at the door expecting your group by name. For HallowScreamCon 2026 groups with mixed preferences, Sapphire's 71,000-square-foot facility operates more like a nightclub — multiple bars, performance stages, and VIP sections that accommodate groups where not everyone is a strip club regular. The free limo from The Cal is available every night of HallowScreamCon 2026 week. Text (725) 999-9293 to confirm pickup.

Who attends HallowScreamCon 2026. HallowScreamCon 2026 draws industry professionals and conference attendees, giving it a distinct after-hours dynamic compared to other Las Vegas conventions. The show focuses on specialized exhibitions, education sessions, and networking events. Convention attendees in Las Vegas split between nightclubs, casino entertainment, and strip clubs. Guest lists fill fastest on the penultimate evening of the show — when deals are finalized and the full group is still in town. The Cal's Full-service casino with slots, table games, and sports book casino floor provides a natural decompression point between the convention center and the nightclub — the transition from badge lanyard to casino floor to nightclub is a convention-week ritual that becomes routine by day two. From The Cal, every nightclub on the Strip is a direct rideshare from a single hotel address, which simplifies group logistics after a full day at the show. Lock in your guest list before Wednesday or Thursday — that is the night HallowScreamCon 2026 demand peaks.

Book Before HallowScreamCon 2026 Opens

HallowScreamCon 2026 fills guest lists 24–48 hours before peak nights — faster than a normal Las Vegas weekend. Submit your NoCoverVegas request the same week you book The Cal, not the night before. Text (725) 999-9293 with your arrival date and group size to confirm.

Convention Attire → Club Attire

Industry professionals and conference attendees in Las Vegas for HallowScreamCon 2026 arrive ready for the show floor, not the nightclub door. Leave badge lanyard, conference footwear, and trade gear at The Cal before heading out — dress shoes and a collared shirt are the minimum at Commonwealth.

Peak Night at The Cal: Wednesday or Thursday

Convention attendees in Las Vegas split between nightclubs, casino entertainment, and strip clubs. For HallowScreamCon 2026 groups staying at The Cal, wednesday or thursday is the night that matters. The full convention crowd is still in Las Vegas, energy is at its peak, and the venues within reach of The Cal are fully programmed. Lock in your guest list for wednesday or thursday first.

The Cal Group Coordination

Convention groups scatter across the HallowScreamCon 2026 show floor all day — coordinating nightlife separately creates split parties and different entry queues. Text us your full group size and hotel once; we coordinate a single NoCoverVegas reservation that covers everyone staying at The Cal without individual sign-ups.

Common Questions

HallowScreamCon 2026 & The Cal FAQ

Where should I stay for HallowScreamCon 2026?

California Hotel and Casino is a top choice for HallowScreamCon 2026 attendees. While it does not have a major nightclub on property, Commonwealth and Bauhaus Las Vegas are within walking distance. Use our free guest list to skip the cover charge at any venue.

What nightlife is near The Cal during HallowScreamCon 2026?

The Cal puts you close to Commonwealth, Bauhaus Las Vegas, OMNIA Dayclub & Skybar, Stadium Swim at Circa. During HallowScreamCon 2026, these venues host special events and extended hours to cater to convention crowds. Get on our free guest list for no-cover entry.

How do I get on the guest list during HallowScreamCon 2026?

Use the free guest list form on this page or text us at (725) 999-9293. We will get you on the guest list at any club near The Cal with no cover charge — completely free, even during HallowScreamCon 2026.

Is there nightlife at The Cal or do I need to leave the hotel?

The Cal does not have a major nightclub on property, but the best clubs in Las Vegas are within walking distance or a short rideshare. Commonwealth is just 0.6 mi away. All strip clubs offer free guest list from The Cal. The Las Vegas Strip has dozens of world-class venues within a 10-minute walk or ride.

What should I wear to nightclubs during HallowScreamCon 2026?

Las Vegas nightclubs enforce a strict dress code, even during conventions. For men, wear a collared shirt or fitted designer tee with dress shoes — no athletic shoes, shorts, sandals, or hats. For women, cocktail dresses, heels, and fashionable attire are standard. If you are coming directly from HallowScreamCon 2026, swap your lanyard and conference badge for proper club attire. Business casual from the convention floor sometimes works, but it is best to change at The Cal before heading out. Pool parties during the day require swimwear — no jeans or street clothes poolside.

Is The Cal a good hotel for HallowScreamCon 2026 attendees?

The Cal is a strong base for HallowScreamCon 2026's industry professionals and conference attendees. The hotel is 2.4 mi to LVCC from Las Vegas Convention Center. The nearest clubs are Commonwealth (0.6 mi) and Bauhaus Las Vegas (0.8 mi). The budget tier and on-site casino make The Cal a self-contained base for the full HallowScreamCon 2026 week.

What do HallowScreamCon 2026 attendees typically do at night in Las Vegas?

HallowScreamCon 2026 brings industry professionals and conference attendees to Las Vegas. Convention attendees in Las Vegas split between nightclubs, casino entertainment, and strip clubs. Guest lists fill fastest on the penultimate evening of the show — when deals are finalized and the full group is still in town. The NoCoverVegas guest list provides access to every major nightclub and strip club from The Cal at no cost — submit at least 48 hours before Wednesday or Thursday, when HallowScreamCon 2026 demand is highest.

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Get on the Free Guest List

Attending HallowScreamCon 2026 and staying at The Cal? Skip the cover charge at every club near you. Submit your info below and we will get you on the guest list — completely free. Or text us anytime at (725) 999-9293.

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