Telluride becomes a hub for genre film every October. “If you’re going to enjoy a horror film festival, there is no better way than Telluride’s Horror Show.” — Playback Maybe you’re familiar with the Telluride Film Festival, one of the most famous stops on the American festival circuit. But not to be overlooked is the smaller, yet prestigious festival dedicated exclusively to horror movies. Every October, horror fans from across the country travel to Colorado for the Telluride Horror Show, the state’s first and longest-running horror film festival. Taking place October 10–12, 2025, this three-day celebration of genre filmmaking transforms the mountain town of Telluride into a hub for scary movies, filmmaker Q&As, and community events. If you’re a fan of horror, sci-fi, or dark fantasy, this is one of the best horror film festivals in 2025 to add to your calendar. Iconic venues, all within walking distance. What is the Telluride Horror Show? Since 2010, the Telluride Horror Show has been bringing new voices in horror to the screen alongside beloved classics. The festival showcases feature films, short films, and documentaries from around the world, giving audiences an early look at buzzworthy titles and international discoveries. More than just