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Cryptid Expo 300

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All PREMIERE VIP PASSES INCLUDE ALL ACCESS TO CELEBRITIES, PANELS, & VENDORS
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Cryptid Expo 300

Where Paranormal, Alt, Fringe, and Sexy Merge April 25, 2026

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Come Explore The Things In Your Periphery April 25, 2026

Guests will be signing autographs throughout the day. Grab your all access pass and discount friend pass!

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Making It's Atlantic City New Jersey Debut!
Brian J. Cano's History of the Paranormal

History Of The Paranormal

Here's a sneak peek inside

"To move forward, you often must look back..."

Veteran paranormal investigator and featured commentator of the Travel Channel's "Paranormal Caught On Camera", Brian J. Cano is taking his HISTORY OF THE PARANORMAL exhibit on the road! Delve into the places, people, and concepts that poured the foundation for the sensation that's been getting people the world over to ask, "What happens to us after we die?"

The goal of the exhibit is to educate and entertain. Interactive elements and immersive displays including an EVP listening station, ESP testing table, community photo gallery, a tarot card reader and more, bring you up to speed on everything paranormal.

Look back to where we've been. Look forward to where we're going. Check it out when it rolls into your state, and discover something new in the paranormal.

Guests will be signing autographs throughout the day. Grab your all access pass and discount friend pass!

Premiere VIP Cocktail Party

Friday April 24, 2026 - Only For Premiere VIP Experience Pass Holders (Max 100), Celebrity Guests, & Exhibitors

(check in) 7pm  - 11pm End - Entertainment starts at 8pm

Madam Garbhaj, the most powerful cocktail whisperer in the world will treat you to something like a psychic reading and wow you with her guesswork as our special guest for the VIP Cocktail Experience.

Madame Garbhaj

Once you've laughed, it's time to get serious with Leah McKain and Irene Acehelois and a very special psychic sketch gallery experience.  There's no way of knowing what spirits are following you and who will come forward, but be prepared to find out as these two Fates dial in and connect with the unseen.

Psychic Sketch Gallery Session

VIP Guest Experiences

VIP Guest Experiences Include: The experience as listed with the guest, a DIY Spell Bottle courtesy of the Parlour Keyport, A limited Paranormal Avengers Event poster (12x18), a limited edition Great American Cryptid Expo (11x17), and a General Admission Ticket to the NJ 4th Annual Cryptids and Paranormal Conference.

11am - 11:45am 8 tickets left

Private tour starts at 10am 5 tickets left

11am - 11:45am 8 tickets left

11am - 11:45am 10 tickets available

11am - 11:45am 5 tickets left

Private VIP Readings throughout the day 5 tickets available

Two investigations only 10 tickets available per investigation

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Premiere VIP Ken Gerhard
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Jeff Headlee & Willy McQuillian Guest Card
Dave Juliano
Jenn Jacobs
Paranormal Princess Haley Michelle
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All Access Happenings - Saturday, April 25, 2026

Premiere VIP Experience & All Access Ticket Holders
Times, Locations, And Presentations Subject To Change

11am-11:45am

Communicating With Your Pets in The Afterlife

They are loving and loyal and they are probably still right by your side.  Rob Gutro discusses his connection and communication with our dearly departed fur babies,  Join us at this interesting and possibly heartbreaking discussion.

12pm-12:45pm

1pm-1:45pm

Paranormal Explorations - Hall 1

Gallery Reading

Join two of the most famous psychic mediums the world has ever known for a one hour gallery reading.  Will your sprits speak to these icons of the paranormal?  Will you be paid a visit from a dearly departed friend?  We don't know and this legendary duo is going to tap into the ether to see who's talking.

Cryptid Curiosities - Hall 2

Cryptid Evidence Panel

Join Ronny Le Blanc (Expedition Bigfoot) and Ken Gerhard (Monsterquest) for an hour long discussion on the evidence.  What evidence?  As much as we can fit into one hour, from Sasquatch to Mokele-mbembe we'll talk all things proof.  And maybe answer a few hard questions while giving you some great advice for your own expeditions.

Paranormal Explorations - Hall 1

Investigation Workshop

The one and only Godfather of the Paranormal walks you through investigation techniques that he not only pioneered but that set the standard for today's investigators.  Interested in learning from a master?  Consider this your chance to walk away enlightened, encouraged, and a better investigator going forward.

Cryptid Curiosities - Hall 2

Beyond The Footprints

Mike Familant, field researcher, investigator and national expedition organizers, delivers a powerful lecture on Sasquatch evidence.

2pm-2:45pm

3pm-3:45pm

Paranormal Explorations - Hall 1

What's The Waldorf Effect?

The initial aspect of the theory examines the external factors of a location. By thoroughly analyzing geological features, ancient anthropology, evolution, and cultural influences, we can gain a deeper understanding of how these components shape paranormal activity—often in ways that researchers might overlook. Various elements, such as rock compositions, waterways, and other geological characteristics, alongside ancient belief systems and cultural practices, frequently contribute to different types of hauntings  Come learn about the four key aspects that make up The Waldorf Effect and why you'll become a believer.

Cryptid Curiosities - Hall 2

Ask Us Anything

We're working on an exciting guest to educate and entertain.

Paranormal Explorations - Hall 1

Fireside Chat

Every modern paranormal YouTube is screaming DEMONS to get you to click on their video, but let's be real, a battle with a demon is not something to clickbait about.  In our fireside chat, host Eric Vincent will have a very real conversation with foremost authority, and demonologist Dave Juliano. Eric, not known for subtly or mincing words, is putting the marketing of demons to rest with this awesome opportunity to have the real and hard questions answered by an expert.  This isn't going to be a YouTube video filled with b/s, this is a real conversation about some really scary shit you don't want to get mixed up in.

Cryptid Curiosities - Hall 2

Cryptid Deep Dive

Ken Gerhard is one of the foremost experts on cryptids.  A recognized, sought after Cryptozoologist, Ken has been featured on History Channel's Monsterquest and other television series such as The Proof Is Out There and Missing In Alaska.  As an author, field investigator and researcher he brings the conversation to you to help you learn & understand more about what main-stream science is fighting so hard to keep hidden.  From the Montauk Monster to The Yeti and all mysteries in between, Ken enlightens you with what we can only define as hidden knowledge.

4pm-4:45pm

5pm-5:45pm

Paranormal Explorations - Hall 1

Paranormal Evidence Presentation

Barry Conrad isn't a regular on paranormal circuits, but he is not only a cinematographer, but a collector of evidence.  Once a skeptic, The San Pedro Haunting, changed his perspective forever.  With a long line of professional filmmaking under his belt, there is no getting around an expert with a camera capturing truly riveting and authentic evidence.  Barry is currently working on a 10 year long investigation, shooting, recording, debunking and proving the existence of things beyond what we can see.  Join Barry for this presentation and dive into the evidence that turned this skeptic into one of the foremost paranormal cinematographers in history.

Cryptid Curiosities - Hall 2

Paranormal Evidence Presentation

Barry Conrad isn't a regular on paranormal circuits, but he is not only a cinematographer, but a collector of evidence.  Once a skeptic, The San Pedro Haunting, changed his perspective forever.  With a long line of professional filmmaking under his belt, there is no getting around an expert with a camera capturing truly riveting and authentic evidence.  Barry is currently working on a 10 year long investigation, shooting, recording, debunking and proving the existence of things beyond what we can see.  Join Barry for this presentation and dive into the evidence that turned this skeptic into one of the foremost paranormal cinematographers in history.

Paranormal Explorations - Hall 1

Crafting A Proper Talisman

Learn the art of crafting the perfect Talisman.
This isn't a craft project, not another internet trend.  A talisman holds power, it lives and breathes a job.  Building the proper talisman for your protection, work, or other divine project is essential to achieving the best outcomes.

Cryptid Curiosities - Hall 2

The Jersey Devil

An in depth dive with one of the foremost researches on The Jersey Devil. From lore and myth to credible eyewitness testimony and journalistic reports, Professor B discusses his research and findings into one of the world's most enigmatic entities.

6pm-6:45pm

Living With The Dead

Soul Keepers (Living with the Dead).  Sophia and the team discuss the history of how The Convent acquired 1,000s of haunted artifacts and became America’s Most Haunted Tattoo Studio.  They will discuss their techniques for working (and living) with haunted objects and artifacts, not to mention how they communicate with the dead.

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PREMIERE VIP EXPERIENCES

Limited To Only 10 Tickets Per Guest Experience

All premiere VIP tickets include the Friday, Night Cocktail Party (Friday, April 24th) where you'll get to chill in style in the fourth floor lounge above the Atlantic Ocean.  You'll have an evening of networking with our celebrity guests, exhibitors, and staff as you are entertained by the one and only Madam Garbahj - Psychic Minimum, Card Warmer and Professional Cocktail Whisperer and our exclusive Spirit Sketch Gallery conducted by none other than The Fates; Leah McKain & Irene Acehlios. No autographs here, just memories to be made with your favorite paranormal pros.  Your first cocktail is on us.

Premiere VIP tickets will give you access to all panels, workshops and activities happening Saturday, April 25th, a special Premiere VIP goodie bag filled with great gifts including an exclusive Altercon Tee Shirt, an autographed celebrity photo, and some other stuff we're still figuring out...


Just select one of the Premiere VIP experiences at checkout and you're all set.

Lunch With The Godfather of The Paranormal, John Zaffis

Have an intimate chat and lunch with the one and only John Zaffis. Curator of haunted artifacts, paranormal investigator, television personality, author, and educator.

John, nephew to the late Ed and Lorraine Warren, is one of the earliest adopters of modern investigative practices and has pioneered some of the most important methods for gathering evidence. Your lunch will give you one hour with the Godfather, the OG, a legend of ghost hunting.

Experience includes lunch and non-alcoholic beverage.

Private Pre-Event Tour Of The Paranormal Museum With Curator, Brian J. Cano

Brian J. Cano is more than another investigator, he has worked with almost everyone in the field including the Godfather of the Paranormal, John Zaffis as well as authored several books on the subject and curates a mobile museum of paranormal artifacts. He is a keeper of paranormal history, an educator, and true researcher, seeking answers in the natural before defaulting to the paranormal.

Your tour takes place before the main event opening. You'll have an hour to speak directly to one of the foremost experts in all things para-scientific and have an opportunity to explore his collection of historic paranormal items before anyone else.

Private Seance with The Good Witch, Patti Negri

No smoke and mirrors, no pre staging here, no controls, cameras, or on-lookers, you won't know what to expect and who you might find.

This seance is an exclusive opportunity to sit with one of the most well known mediums in the industry. Everyone who is anyone in the paranormal community has worked with Patti and has been more than pleased with the results of her work.

Positivity, blessings, and your private seance with Patti will have you leaving the room, walking on air (or maybe carried out by a few ghosts). No guarantees you'll be talking to long gone relatives, no promises of riches and winning lottery numbers, but you will have a one of a kind experience with an incredible professional of the mystic arts.

15 Minute Private Reading With April Busset

Nothing planned, no lead-ins, on the spot, anything goes. Normally it takes months to book a session with April and for good reason. Have you seen her TikTok readings? Have you watched her guest appearances? The Psychic Housewife of New Jersey doesn't mess around. April brings it raw and real. Don't get this ticket if you have bodies in the trunk of your car... do get this ticket if you want a real experience, not some boardwalk parlor trickery.

You'll get 15 minutes with April on the eve of the event or during the event. Your call time will be sent to you via email before the event.

Evidence Reveal with Barry Conrad

Barry Conrad, originally a skeptic, was the cameraman for the famous San Pedro Haunting of Janice Hernandez. The San Pedro Haunting is one of the most famous cases in paranormal history and turned Barry into a believer. The final push came when his friend and fellow skeptic, Jeff Wheatcraft was hung by his throat in the attic by a powerful spirit.

There was no light in the attic and Barry heard the commotion, instinctively he hit his shutter button to quickly flood the room with light, so he could find his way towards his friend, thus snapping two of the most famous pictures in paranormal history.

Today Barry has produced documentaries of the paranormal and is currently working on a decade long project. He shares his adventures and some never before seen paranormal evidence with only 10 of our guests.

Lunch With Ronnie Le Blanc

Ronnie Le Blanc is a field researcher, investigator and author of all things unique. From UFOs to Cryptids, Ronnie has been cataloging and investigating for years. One of the foremost experts in the area of Sasquatch he was one of the original investigators on The History Channel's Expedition Bigfoot.

You'll have an hour long lunch with Ronnie to ask him about his adventures, evidence and what's next.

Lunch and a non-alcoholic beverage will be included.

Celebrity VIP Go-Cart Race

Challenge your favorite paranormal investigator, Ronny Le Blanc or Brian J. Cano to a thrilling go-cart race in the exclusive indoor track at the Showboat.
Only 6 slots are available for either celebrity guest. 6 of you will face Ronny, 6 of you will face Brian.  THATS IT!

Comes with the standard perks for our VIPs.  Choice of event poster delivered to your home fresh from the printer, a choice of an event keepsake, a spell bottle and a complimentary general ticket to Professor B's North Jersey Cryptid and Paranormal expo.  PLUS our Friday Night VIP Cocktail party.

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