While events such as the ArtMares exhibit and “Main Street Murder Mystery, along with the HallowEast Blood Drive and Trick or Treat, were big hits, the highlight was Sam Trammell’s appearance Friday.

The “True Blood” star and Charleston native met fans at the Cultural Center before headlining “Inside the Main Street Studio” at Kanawha Players. Host David Wohl asked intriguing and thoughtful questions, and the standing-room-only crowd offered a standing ovation after the 45-minute discussion.

We want to thank Suddenlink Business and all our HallowEast partners, as well as Sam Trammell, for making HallowEast a howling success. We can’t wait to do this again next October.

"True Blood" star Sam Trammell meets fans during the VIP Reception at the Cultural Center.

A fan who graduated with Sam has him sign her high school yearbook.

More than 100 people attended Friday's receptions.

More fans get pictures with Sam.

"True Blood" fans came from different regions and states to see Sam.

Sam and EEMS Program Director Ric Cavender hit the red carpet.

David Wohl talks with Sam during "Inside the Main Street Studio."

Sam receives an orginal piece of stained glass art as a thank you.