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HellmouthCon
A Buffy Celebration at Sunnydale High
Presented by Fandom Charities Inc. & Hellmouth Events
A look back at the magic, mayhem, and memories from when the last time the Hellmouth opened.
In June 2025, HellmouthCon returned to Torrance High School in Los Angeles, California, the real filming location of Sunnydale High in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. A total of 1,262 fans attended, gathering from across the United States and beyond to celebrate the legacy of the series where it was originally brought to life.
Evoking “the center of mystical convergence” our event includes fandoms and travelers from all over the world. Like the Hellmouth itself, “things gravitate towards it . . . that you might not find elsewhere.”
WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
At Torrance High School in Los Angeles, California - the filming location for Buffy the Vampire Slayer - fans gathered for a full weekend of immersive experiences, panels, and celebrations of the Buffyverse and Angelverse.
3 Days In Sunnydale
Panels, photo ops, fan experiences & more.
Dozens of Guests
Cast from Buffy, Angel, and beyond
Supporting Great Causes
Rainbow Spaces, Wooten Center, PanCAN
WHAT WE DID ALL WEEKEND
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Panels & Conversations
Fan Experiences
Photo Ops & Specialty Photo Ops
Sunnydale Mall (Vendors)
Assorted
OUR 2026 GUESTS
HellmouthCon ’26 brought together an extraordinary mix of performers, creators, and storytellers whose work has shaped the Buffyverse and the wider world of genre television. Cast members from Buffy and Angel joined writers, artists, and fan-favorite creators at Sunnydale High for a weekend of stories, laughter, and genuine connection with the community that keeps these worlds alive.
For many attendees, it was a rare chance to stand in the same space with the people behind characters, moments, and stories that have meant something deeply personal for years. Together, our guests helped create a weekend that felt less like an event and more like a shared homecoming rooted in fandom, fueled by creativity, and powered by the joy of celebrating it all together.
CHARITY IMPACT
HellmouthCon continues its tradition, through the Martin Katz Memorial Auction
“Our Charity Auction honors the memory of Martin Katz, a beloved family member of Fandom Charities since its inception. From 2007 until his passing in 2020, Martin was a dedicated and passionate member of our team and an unforgettable fixture at all meetings and events.”
Rainbow Spaces creates inclusive, free, and joy-filled environments for LGBTQIA2S+ youth right in the communities where they live. Their mission centers on purposeful equity - meeting young people where they are, celebrating who they are, and giving them spaces to thrive. From
monthly Dungeons & Dragons gatherings to their Inclusive Prom and annual camping trip, Rainbow Spaces builds comfort, confidence, and community for hundreds of young people who deserve to move through the world with pride.
Ron Glass Memorial Scholarship Fund Part of The Al Wooten Jr. Youth Center which fosters a safe, nurturing environment for academic excellence and good citizenship, preparing youths in grades 3-12 for college and career readiness.
PanCan / Pancreatic Cancer Action Network: In memory of Camden Toy: In honor of Camden Toy, Fandom Charities is supporting PanCAN’s vision to create a world in which all patients with pancreatic cancer will thrive. Their mission is to take bold action to improve the lives of everyone impacted by pancreatic cancer by advancing scientific research, building community, sharing knowledge, and advocating for patients.