Write a commentPrepare for a frightfully glamorous evening as The Oswego Zombie Fashion Show returns for its third annual event on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Curtis Manor, 10 Mark Fitzgibbons Drive, Oswego, NY 13126.
The evening begins at 5:00 PM with a chillingly curated "Nightmare Market" Vendor Fair, featuring Halloween-themed decor, spooky treats, and eerie accessories. The main runway event kicks off at 7:00 PM, promising a spine-tingling display as zombies of all ages saunter—and stagger—down the catwalk.
Admission & Registration
- General Admission: $7 (spectator entry)
- Kids under 13: Free
- Participant Zombies: Free registration for Youth (ages 5–15), Adult (15+), and Group Horde (3–10 participants) categories. Registration is available at: oswegozombiefashionshow.com
- Upgrade to the exclusive "R.I.P. Package" for $30 — includes priority runway seating, a R.I.P. lanyard, a free drink voucher, entry into the 2025 raffle, and a swag bag full of undead goodies.
Categories & Prizes
Competitors vie in three judge‑evaluated categories—Youth, Adult, and Zombie Horde—with prizes awarded for first, second, and third place. A First Place cash prize is also up for grabs, sponsored by local businesses and event supporters.
Entertainment
A "killer" Halloween‑inspired soundtrack spun by the region's finest DJ—DJ Kidd Drip—will accompany the undead strut down the catwalk, ensuring bone‑chilling beats all night long.
Event & Community Impact
Organized by John Grouber, the show is designed to bring together Oswego's creative community— Halloween Lovers, Costume Designers, Makeup Artists, Cosplayers, and Zombie Enthusiasts—for an unforgettable evening blending horror, fashion, and local fun. Grouber's vision channels a mash‑up of George Romero meets Fashion Week meets community spectacle in Oswego, NY
Quick Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| What | 3rd Annual Oswego Zombie Fashion Show |
| When | October 3, 2025 – Vendor Market opens at 5 PM; Show begins at 7 PM |
| Where | Curtis Manor, 10 Mark Fitzgibbons Dr, Oswego, NY 13126 |
| Admission | General: $7; Kids <13: Free; Zombies: Free to register |
| VIP Upgrade Option | R.I.P Package $30 – includes perks like priority seating & swag |
| Categories | Youth (5–15), Adult (15+), Group Horde (3–10) |
| Entertainment | DJ Kidd Drip on the turntables |
| Organizer | John Grouber, local community & fashion‑horror enthusiast |
About The Oswego Zombie Fashion Show
Conceived and hosted by local horror enthusiast John Grouber, The Oswego Zombie Fashion Show is a unique community event that welcomes fall with theatrical flair. Zombies walk, vendors hawk eerie wares, makeup artists and designers bring rot couture to life, and audiences crowd the catwalk for a night that celebrates Halloween spirit with creativity and community impact.
