Dates & times
All times are local to the venue · America/Chicago
- From 6:00 PM
- From 6:00 PM
- From 6:00 PM
- 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Check the organizer’s latest schedule ↗FischerFest FrightFest brings four Halloween films to Danville’s Fischer Theatre
A different kind of Halloween movie takes the screen each evening at FischerFest FrightFest. The four-night series at Danville’s Fischer Theatre runs October 26–29, 2026, with three horror selections followed by the Sanderson Sisters.
Choosing a night at the movies
Wes Craven’s Scream opens the series with Ghostface and a group of teenagers who know the conventions of scary movies. Jordan Peele’s Get Out offers psychological horror instead, turning a weekend visit into a disturbing experience.
It (2017) takes viewers to Derry, where young friends face the evil associated with Stephen King’s Pennywise. The final night changes direction with Hocus Pocus: the theater presents the Sanderson Sisters’ outing as a family-oriented choice. Parents can check each film’s rating and content when deciding which screening suits their group.
Further reading: FischerFest FrightFest at the Fischer Theatre - Danville Area Visitor's Bureau ↗ · FischerFest FrightFest — Fischer Theatre ↗
A downtown venue with a long history
The films play on the big screen at the Fischer Theatre, which opened in downtown Danville in 1884 as the Grand Opera House and adopted its current name in 1913. The building was renovated after a long closure, giving the movie series a setting with a history well beyond the films on its schedule.
Further reading: FischerFest FrightFest — Fischer Theatre ↗ · Fischer Theatre - Danville Area Visitor's Bureau ↗
The four-night lineup
Each evening features one film on the Fischer’s big screen.
2026-10-26 · Fischer Theatre
- Scream
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- Get Out
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- It (2017)
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- Hocus Pocus
Before the movie
Doors and showtime
Doors open at 6 p.m. and each movie starts at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door.
FischerFest FrightFest at the Fischer Theatre - Danville Area Visitor's Bureau ↗ · FischerFest FrightFest — Fischer Theatre ↗
Seating and listening
The theater lists accessible seating on the main floor and mezzanine, plus assisted listening devices. There is no elevator access to the balcony. Contact [email protected] for specific accessibility requests.
Plan Your Visit | Book Your Tickets Today — Fischer Theatre ↗
Concessions and outside food
The event mentions concessions. The theater does not permit outside food or beverages.
FischerFest FrightFest — Fischer Theatre ↗ · Theatre Policy | Discover Shows Today – Book Your Visit — Fischer Theatre ↗
Getting to the Fischer
Downtown Danville and parking
Fischer Theatre is at 158 N. Vermilion St., Danville, IL 61832, at North Vermilion and Harrison streets. The theater says nearby street parking is limited and identifies a free public lot one block west at Walnut and Harrison streets.
FischerFest FrightFest at the Fischer Theatre - Danville Area Visitor's Bureau ↗ · Plan Your Visit | Book Your Tickets Today — Fischer Theatre ↗
Before you make a plan
Is there a less scary night for families?
The theater describes the October 29 Hocus Pocus screening as a family-oriented finale. Check the film’s rating and content to decide whether it suits your group.
FischerFest FrightFest at the Fischer Theatre - Danville Area Visitor's Bureau ↗ · FischerFest FrightFest — Fischer Theatre ↗
Can a child attend without an adult?
Under the theater’s general policy, guests younger than 15 must be accompanied and actively supervised throughout their visit by an adult who is at least 18. Guests who appear 15 or younger may be asked for proof of age.
Theatre Policy | Discover Shows Today – Book Your Visit — Fischer Theatre ↗
How can I request accessible seating?
The theater lists accessible seating on the main floor and mezzanine and asks guests with specific accessibility requests to contact [email protected]. There is no elevator access to the balcony.
Plan Your Visit | Book Your Tickets Today — Fischer Theatre ↗
Location & Google Maps
Fischer Theatre
158 N. Vermilion St., Danville, IL 61832
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