Hot Topic Scare Fair 2026: Release Date, Reported Exclusives & Shopping Guide

There’s a particular kind of Halloween excitement that starts with an empty space on your horror shelf. You’ve already imagined what belongs there. Then the seasonal reveals arrive, and suddenly that one space doesn’t seem like enough.

Hot Topic Scare Fair 2026 is currently listed for Thursday, September 24, with horror collectibles taking center stage. Collector database hobbyDB’s event listing identifies both Funko and Thrilljoy as participating brands.

For Funko collectors, the immediate draw is a reported five-figure lineup—and an in-store tote promotion. Some launch details remain unresolved, though, so it pays to separate the available information from the speculation.

Here’s what to know before planning your shopping trip.

When Is Hot Topic Scare Fair 2026?

The date to mark is September 24, 2026. Both hobbyDB and Cop A Pop’s release guide list that date.

As of this update, I could not independently verify an exact online launch time, individual retail prices, or purchase limits through accessible official 2026 product listings.

The promotional details above are summarized from Cop A Pop’s Scare Fair guide. Check Hot Topic’s current announcements and your local store before traveling.

Which Funko Pops Are Reported for Scare Fair 2026?

Pops.Today’s September 21 coverage identifies these five figures:

• Scarecrow Ghost Face

• David (Vampire)

• Amanda Young

• Tarman

• Art the Clown

Treat these as reported character identifications, rather than verified final retailer listing titles. Early coverage conflicts: Cop A Pop identifies the seated clown as Twisty, while Pops.Today identifies Art the Clown. Official packaging and product listings should settle that discrepancy.

That distinction also matters when searching. A character name may help you find a listing, but it doesn’t establish the exact variant, box number, or finish.

Scarecrow Ghost Face

Pops.Today describes a scarecrow-inspired Ghost Face with burlap styling. It’s a fitting direction for an autumn display: familiar horror imagery with a harvest-season twist. See the reported Ghost Face reveal.

If you already own several Ghost Face figures, compare the actual sculpt and accessories before buying. The useful question is whether this version adds something you want to see on your shelf.

Amanda Young

Amanda is reported wearing the reverse bear trap, making the accessory a central part of the design. Cop A Pop’s preview identifies that treatment.

For this figure, close-up product photography will be more useful than a small group shot. Look at how clearly the headgear reads and how it frames the face.

David, Tarman, and the Reported Art the Clown Figure

David, Tarman, and Art round out the lineup identified by Pops.Today.

Before choosing between them, look for individual photographs rather than relying on heavily colored promotional lighting. Check the pose, paint details, and included accessories. Avoid assuming that an unusual color in a flyer means a blacklight or glow-in-the-dark finish.

How Does the Scare Fair Tote Offer Work?

According to Cop A Pop’s transcription of the promotion, the tote offer is:

• Free with a Scare Fair Funko Pop purchase.

• Available in stores only.

• Subject to remaining supplies.

• Distributed with the design selected at random.

The reported offer does not guarantee your preferred design—or a bag once supplies run out. Confirm the terms with your store, particularly if the tote is a major reason for your visit.

A bonus is most satisfying when it comes with something you already wanted. Choose the figure first.

Where Can You Buy Hot Topic Scare Fair 2026 Collectibles?

Shopping Online

Pops.Today reports an online and in-store release. For official listings, start with Hot Topic’s exclusive toys and collectibles section.

Ahead of the release, you can:

1. Check that you can sign in to your account.

2. Confirm your shipping information.

3. Write down your preferred characters in priority order.

4. Review each listing’s price, shipping estimate, and restrictions when it appears.

An exact online release hour was not independently verified for this article. Don’t build your plans around a time borrowed from an older Scare Fair event.

Shopping In Store

Contact your intended location before heading out. Ask whether it expects the figures you want, when it plans to sell them, and whether purchase limits or special queue instructions apply.

Keep the question specific: “Are you expecting the Scare Fair Amanda figure for September 24?” is more useful than asking whether the store has new Funkos.

If packaging condition matters to you, inspect the box before checkout. Look at corners, the window, and any visible creases.

[Inline graphic: Create a mobile-friendly shopping checklist: “Confirm store details • Rank your favorites • Set a budget • Check product condition • Ask about tote availability.”]

How to Choose Without Buying the Entire Lineup

A seasonal collection can make every figure feel like part of a set you need to finish. You don’t have to collect that way.

Try three simple questions:

• Would I want this without the exclusive sticker?

• Does it add something different to my collection?

• Do I already know where I’ll display it?

If you have one clear favorite, make that your priority. If two feel equally appealing, compare the designs rather than guessing which will become harder to find.

There isn’t enough verified information here to rank the figures by production quantity, future value, or likely sellout speed. A claim that one will “disappear instantly” should not make your decision for you.

Set a total budget that includes tax and any shipping costs. Then enjoy the hunt within it.

Hot Topic Scare Fair 2026 FAQ

What day does Scare Fair 2026 start?

The currently listed date is Thursday, September 24, 2026, according to hobbyDB’s event page.

What time do the exclusives release online?

An exact time was not independently verified as of September 21. Check Hot Topic’s current announcements before launch.

Is Scare Fair only a Funko event?

The 2026 hobbyDB listing names both Funko and Thrilljoy. This guide focuses on the reported Funko assortment.

Is the free tote available with online orders?

The reported tote promotion is in-store only and subject to availability. See the promotion summary.

Are prices and production quantities confirmed?

This article could not verify official individual prices or production quantities. Check the actual listings rather than treating reseller asking prices as retail prices.

Make Room for Your Favorite

Scare Fair is a good excuse to refresh a horror display, revisit a favorite character, and enjoy the seasonal side of collecting.

Pick the figure you’ll still be happy to see after the Halloween decorations come down. Check the release details, leave room in your budget, and let the rest be a pleasant surprise.

Start with Hot Topic’s official collectibles section and confirm local availability before September 24.