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Parking, Transportation, Directions
HellmouthCon takes place at Torrance High School, the filming location of Sunnydale High from Buffy the Vampire Slayer, located in Torrance, California.
Because the convention weekend overlaps with major events happening throughout the Los Angeles area, including FIFA-related activities nearby, attendees should plan ahead and allow extra travel time when arriving on campus.
Arriving at Sunnydale High
Most attendees will enter campus through the main glass doors at the front of the school.
During HellmouthCon, the existing Torrance High School sign will be transformed with a large “Sunnydale High” banner welcoming guests onto campus.
Registration & Will Call will be located just inside the entrance, where attendees can pick up wristbands, badges, and convention materials before entering the Hellmouth.
Attendees bringing cosplay props or costume weapons will proceed through the Costume Prop & Weapons Check area immediately after Registration & Will Call for inspection and approval before entering the main convention areas.
Parking on the Hellmouth
Think you’re brave? Faced down demons, vampires, and awkward fan panels? Cool. But parking at Sunnydale High?
That’s the real apocalypse.
Torrance High is deep in a residential neighborhood where the parking gods are not merciful. Street spots are scarce, the school lot vanishes faster than Angel at sunrise, and the neighbors? Let’s just say they’ve seen some things…
Parking can become extremely limited during convention hours. The main school parking lot is small, nearby street parking fills quickly, and additional crowds are expected throughout the weekend due to nearby FIFA-related events taking place across from campus.
Street parking along Del Amo Boulevard behind the campus is often easier to find, though attendees parking there should expect a longer walk around the school to reach the main entrance at the front of campus.
We strongly encourage attendees to:
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Arrive early
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Carpool whenever possible
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Consider Uber, Lyft, Connect Torrance, or other rideshare options
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And please, read those parking signs like they’re written in ancient Sumerian. Ignore them and you risk the wrath of the Tow Truck Council (they make the Watchers look cuddly).
Uber, Lyft & Drop-Off
Do yourself a favor: Summon a rideshare.
Uber, Lyft, Connect Torrance (see below), broomstick: whatever gets you there without needing a map, a sacrifice, or a parking incantation. Even if you drive partway, drop the car and teleportation spell the rest of the way.
And read those parking signs like they’re written in ancient Sumerian. Ignore them and you risk the wrath of the Tow Truck Council (they make the Watchers look cuddly).
Slay your travel costs (and not just vampires) - ride Connect Torrance!
Connect Torrance is your on-demand Slayer-mobile. Rides are just $5 a trip - extra Scoobies ride for half off. First-timers? Your first six rides are free, like finding a stash of holy water in the weapons chest.
Pile in with your coven, your werewolf pack, or your favorite vengeance demon and split the cost. Just download the Connect Torrance app (ancient spellbook of transport) or call 424-688-9251 (your Watcher’s hotline) to summon a ride.
SPECIAL FOR HELLMOUTHCON WEEKEND: Times have been extended on Friday and Saturday nights to 11pm
For the full scroll of prophecies, visit: city.ridewithvia.com/connect-torrance
Campus Map
HellmouthCon takes place across multiple indoor and outdoor areas throughout the Sunnydale High campus.
For room locations, entrances, food areas, registration, and programming locations, please visit the Campus Map page.
Accessibility & Walking Info
Because the convention takes place across a historic school campus, attendees should expect outdoor walkways and moderate walking throughout the day.
Attendees requiring accessibility assistance are encouraged to visit the Accessibility page before the event weekend.