Salem Horror Fest kicks off with a special opening night ceremony at the Peabody Essex Museum featuring Kathy Najimy (Hocus Pocus, Sister Act) in a moderated discussion with Andrea Subissati, editor of Rue Morgue Magazine.

The program opens with a keynote speech from Alexandra West, author of the new book Gore-Geous: Personal Essays on Beauty and Horror, followed by remarks from Suzanne Romero-Desrocher (George A. Romero Foundation), legendary scream queen Linnea Quigley, festival director Kay Lynch, and drag performances by Miz Diamond. The evening will conclude with a screening of Hocus Pocus.

VIP includes priority seating, meet and greet, signed item and professional photo. Additional autographs are available for $60 each.