The Family Secret Is Out: Amber Benson Joins HellmouthCon 2026 in Los Angeles

Some magic was never meant to stay hidden.

Amber Benson, best known to fans as Tara Maclay from Buffy the Vampire Slayer ,will be appearing at HellmouthCon, the fan convention held at the Sunnydale High School filming location in Torrance, California.

We’re enchanted to welcome the beloved witch who changed the Buffyverse forever.

Tara Maclay was more than a powerful practitioner of magic. She was a grounding force, a character defined by compassion, quiet strength, and the courage to live authentically. Her presence helped shape some of the most emotionally meaningful storylines in the series and continues to resonate deeply with fans around the world.

Through Tara, audiences saw that real power doesn’t always arrive with spectacle. Sometimes it looks like kindness. Sometimes it looks like resilience. Sometimes it looks like love that refuses to disappear even in the darkest moments.

Amber Benson’s portrayal created one of the most enduring and heartfelt legacies in genre television, and now fans will have the opportunity to connect with the artist behind the character.

Throughout the weekend, Amber Benson will participate in guest experiences including autographs, photo opportunities, and live fan engagement. These moments offer more than memorabilia, they create lasting connections between the stories that shaped us and the people who brought them to life.

The circle is open.

And don’t worry, no Lethe’s Bramble permitted. Memories made here are meant to last.

HellmouthCon, produced by Fandom Charities, is a fan convention dedicated to celebrating the legacy and cultural impact of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, and the wider Whedonverse. Hosted at the filming location of Sunnydale High School in Torrance, California, the event brings together cast members, creators, scholars, and fans for immersive programming, panels, and community experiences rooted in shared storytelling. Amber Benson HellmouthCon 2026