MASS ParaCon

Well, that’s a wrap for MASS ParaCon 2026!

And I have to say, I’m still jumping for joy over the turnout this past weekend at the Taunton Conference Center. It was AMAZING!

Sure, we had a few hurdles and some last-minute cancellations, but the people who showed up absolutely shined. What could have been a challenging weekend turned into one of my favorite convention experiences of the year.

To quote John Zaffis: “This was a good one, Sam.” And I have to agree with the Godfather of the Paranormal.

From Friday night’s investigation with Sam and Patti at the Lizzie Borden House to Saturday’s event, lecture series, incredible panel discussions and out-of-this-world vendors, MASS ParaCon 2026 truly delivered.

A huge thank you to John Zaffis, Patti Negri, Heidi Kemper, Leanna Renee Hieber, Victoria Jaye, Rob Thompson, Amelia Cotter, J.W. Ocker, the Radikals, Dustin Ryan Crowley, Ron & Lourdes, James Annitto, Carl & Keith Johnson, Bobbie “Rezneck” Calkins, Keli Kane, Andrew Warburton, Angela Artuso, Nathaniel Elwell, Jenny Lea and Frosty from The Witching Hours podcast, John Santa from Splintered Spirits, Thomas D’Agostino, and everyone who brought their time, talent and energy to the weekend.

And an especially huge thank you to the people working behind the scenes who helped make everything shine: the ParaClauses, Candy & Derick, JamieLynn and Chris. And, most importantly, I wanted to thank my group, Spirit Squad, for having my back this weekend. You know who you are, and I couldn’t have done it without you.

Thank you to our amazing sponsors, including Heidi Kemper, Marion from the SK Pierce Victorian, Ghost Daddy, Wadruna, Mystery Control and the Symposium of Spirits, coming to Santa Ana, California, in January 2027.

MASS ParaCon is more than a convention. It’s a family gathering, and I’m incredibly grateful for everyone who showed up, supported us, participated, vendored, lectured, investigated, laughed and made memories with us.

Thank you all for making MASS ParaCon 2026 one for the books..On October 2-3, 2026, join “Lizzie Borden & the Family Curse” author Sam Baltrusis for a paranormal weekend at the Taunton Conference Center located in the heart of the Bridgewater Triangle.

MASS PARACON 2026: After scouting multiple locations, I secured the location for MASS ParaCon 2026. The dates are Oct. 2-3, 2026. I decided to go with the Taunton Conference Center located at 700 Myles Standish Drive. The theme is “Monsters of New England” which is both a hat tip to the upcoming season of “Monster: Lizzie Borden” on Netflix and the location is a stone’s throw to Hockomock Swamp in the Bridgewater Triangle which is allegedly home to some of the Bay State’s more colorful cryptids.

RECONNECTING WITH SPIRIT: An Evening with TV Psychic Mediums Patti Negri & Rob Thompson

Someone you love may have a message just for you. Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reconnecting-with-spirit-an-evening-with-rob-thompson-patti-negri-tickets-2001390533963

Join TV Psychic Mediums Rob Thompson and Patti Negri for an unforgettable evening of spirit communication, heartfelt messages, laughter and connection.

In this intimate live gallery experience, Rob and Patti will connect with Spirit and deliver messages and validations to members of the audience. Some connections bring tears, others laughter, and some arrive when you least expect them.

Come with an open mind, bring a friend, or family and experience an extraordinary and heartwarming evening where you never know who might come through.

Advance Tickets: $45 | *Door: $60 (*subject to availability)

Limited seating — advance booking strongly recommended.

Individual readings or messages cannot be guaranteed

The attached hotel portion of the Taunton Conference Center will not be ready in time for the event on October 2-4, 2026. We have room blocks for several hotels near the Taunton Conference Center. We will also have dedicated ambassadors at each hotel to help with any questions.

There’s Fairfield Inn, which is a bit pricey, but very nice for $229 per night. The second, less expensive option, is Red Roof closer to Middleborough for $104 per night plus tax. The hotel has recently been renovated, so it’s an excellent option for those on a budget.

Tickets are available now—don’t wait, as space is limited! Tickets here: https://massparacon.square.site/product/mass-paracon-2026-october-2-4-2026-/46

MASS PARACON ANNOUNCEMENT: We’ve decided to make a change to the Saturday night investigation at MASS ParaCon. On Saturday, October 3, from 8 PM to midnight, we’ll be staying at the Taunton Conference Center, which is attached to an allegedly haunted hotel that is currently under construction, and transforming the evening into more of an immersive “paranormal experience.”

Inspired by an event we’re doing with our sponsors at the Symposium of Spirits, we’ll explore a variety of methods of spirit communication in an attempt to connect with my distant cousin, Lizzie Borden, as well as other women connected to my family’s history and bloodline, including Sarah Maria Cornell, Eliza Borden, and Aileen Wuornos. Could there be a family curse? Throughout the evening, we’ll explore that question while attempting to communicate with these spirits and, hopefully, find answers and offer a sense of post-mortem peace.

My goal isn’t to retraumatize or sensationalize these spirits, but rather to approach the experience ethically and thoughtfully, giving a voice to the women in my family line whose stories have often been shaped by tragedy, folklore, and popular culture.

Heidi Kemper will introduce the group to the concept of “soul retrieval,” and we’ll combine that approach with a variety of other paranormal techniques, which will be announced soon.

Because of this change, we are no longer investigating the Historic Abbey during MASS ParaCon. We felt like it was too far of a trek for attendees to go from Taunton to Fall River. I am, however, planning a book-signing event at the Historic Abbey and the new home to Miss Lizzie’s Coffee, which is featured in my upcoming book, “Lizzie Borden & the Family Curse.”

As for the other Lizzie Borden experiences: the Friday night investigation with Sam & Patti is essentially sold out, with only one ticket remaining. The Tea with Lizzie & Emma currently has six tickets available. If you’d like to investigate the Lizzie Borden House on Saturday, October 3, from 10 PM to midnight, you can arrange that experience directly with the Lizzie Borden House.

More details about the Saturday night paranormal experience will be announced soon! Visit MASSParaCon.com for updates.