2nd Annual Inland Empire Zombie Beauty Pageant is Tonight in Redlands

The Inland Empire Comic Expo's 2nd Annual Zombie Beauty Queen Pageant is Sunday night in Redlands.

Zombie contestants will compete in swimwear, casual, evening gown, and talent categories, organizer A.J. Herrera said.

"The winner will receive $100, the complete ZKS collection, 1 ticket to Wondercon and SDCC with an invitation to sit at our booth, and more . . . ," Herrera said.

The event is scheduled at 7 p.m. Sunday Oct. 28 at the Fox Event Center, 123 Cajon St. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at http://iezombiebeautyqueen.eventbrite.com/.

Attendees are requested to come in formal attire and costumes, with one exception.

"Please, no zombies in the audience, it's for your own safety," Herrera said.

To view a slideshow from last year's inaugural Zombie Beauty Pageant, click here.

For more information, visit the 2nd Annual Zombie Beauty Pageant Facebook page or www.forbiddenpanel.com.

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