Crypticon 2025 Welcome to the greatest pop cultural experience on the planet. Where all things symbolic in Film, Television, Anime, fantasy, Sci Fi, Horror and/or just all around… family fun reside. The best and most unique in indie films from around the globe are shown in the Crypticon Indie Film Fest & Cryptic Awards.

Come meet the Iconic with the best in celebrity guests to be gathered in one amazing setting and or event. Also unique vendors and artist from around the world with Toys, Comics, DVD, Blu Ray, VHS, Posters, Models, Make Up, Props, Effects, Art, Magazines, Apparel, Jewelry, Collectibles Galore and so much more.

We offer all our attendees a chance to enter and participant in any or all of our sponsor driven competitions in Tattoos, Costume and Cosplay and Makeup & Effects. We have many different categories and are open to all levels of experience. We offer an amazing plethora of prizes for all from our wonderful sponsors and brands. For each contest, feel free to contact the person in charge listed under our contact page. Stick around for the after party with TORCHLIGHT PARADE

🚨 Torchlight Parade at Quincy Speedway - Battle of the Bands! 🚨

Get ready for a wild ride! Torchlight Parade is hitting the stage at Quincy Speedway on Saturday, May 31st for the ultimate Battle of the Bands at 2 PM! 🔥🎸

We'll be bringing our hard-hitting rock, circus-like energy, and maybe even a few surprises, as we go head-to-head with some of the best bands around! It’s going to be an electrifying afternoon filled with great music, fierce competition, and the kind of performance only we know how to bring.

Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and let’s make this day one to remember! 💀🔥

Date: Saturday, May 31st Time: 2 PM Location: Quincy Speedway

Let’s take this battle to the stage and show them what Torchlight Parade is all about! 🖤 #TorchlightParade #BattleOfTheBands #QuincySpeedway #RockAndRoll

Two Original Bands One Epic Night 8:30-Midnight $5.00 @ The Door

Join us for a family friendly event! The 5th Annual Concert for a Cause for St Baldrick's Team Brett Tickets - $20 Drink Bracelets - $20 Food Available for Purchase Basket Raffle 50/50 Raffle Guest Emcee - Cat Mues, STLRoar Performances include - The Nightmare Alice Cooper Experience JoJo Matea Aragon Torchlight Parade

ADMISSION @ DOOR $12 * OR * BRING A TOY & ADMISSION IS $6

GRANITE CITY'S "GHOSTLY GLOW PARADE" kicks off at 6pm. Parade route travels down Madison Avenue, ending at CIVIC PARK.

We will be performing in THE DISTRICT at 7PM.

This year's theme is "FAIRYTALE FRIGHT" - Turn your favorite fairytale into a SCARYtale! 😈

The Garage is an all-ages, substance-free music venue, recording studio, and educational center located in Burnsville, MN. The Garage is operated by the 501c3 nonprofit Twin Cities Catalyst Music.