The Haunted Attraction Association (HAA) has announced its 2025 Top Haunts, recognizing 67 attractions across the United States and beyond. The full certified roster now
Universal just announced it’s expanding its Horror Unleashed brand to Chicago—but the timing, location, and strategy raise more questions than answers. The company has yet
The Haunted Attraction Network’s annual Hauntathon is back for its 11th year—and your haunt could be part of it. Running from September 1 through October
The Midwest Haunters Convention (MHC) returns to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL, for three action-packed days on June 6-8, 2025. Produced by
The haunted attraction industry descended on St. Louis, Missouri from February 27 to March 2, 2025, for TransWorld’s Halloween & Attractions Show, the largest trade
LONG BEACH, CA – Horror legend John Carpenter will make an exclusive one-day appearance at Midsummer Scream on Saturday, August 16, 2025, as part of
Universal’s upcoming Horror Unleashed attraction in Las Vegas represents the company’s first foray into a permanent, year-round horror experience. Set to open on August 14,
The world’s largest Halloween and horror convention is making its highly anticipated return to the Long Beach Convention Center from August 15–17, 2025. Midsummer Scream
With tens of thousands of haunters and hundreds of hours of programming, TransWorld’s Halloween & Attractions Show can feel overwhelming. From networking events and free
Transworld Returns February 27th! Join Tens of Thousands of Halloween Professionals Will Gather February 27 – March 2, 2025, at America’s Center in St. Louis
2024 OSCARES Winners The Haunted Attraction Association recognized attraction owners, vendors, and others who have excelled in the haunt industry with the annual OSCARES awards ceremony on Saturday at TransWorld’s Halloween
Blumhouse and Lionsgate set up a freaky haunted house in LA for the “Imaginary” movie. Six scary rooms, live actors, and cool effects bring the villain “Chauncey” to life. From therapy sessions to facing Chauncey, it’s open until March 2, 2024.
Embark on epic journeys at Universal Epic Universe, the newest theme park in Orlando. Explore magical realms like Celestial Park and How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, where every moment promises thrilling adventures. Immerse yourself in a world of wonder and excitement, where epic journeys await at every turn.
A spooky celebration awaits fans of Disney’s Haunted Mansion! On February 25th, the immersive Ghostly Retreat near Disneyland welcomes former Imagineers, animators, and illustrators who crafted the beloved attraction. Meet & greets, autographs, and exclusive access to the Retreat await, along with limited-edition Haunted Mansion artwork and a chance to create your own ghostly photo memories. This unique event benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, so come dressed for the occasion and let the spirits guide you to an unforgettable afternoon!
Forget boring chocolates and candlelit dinners! This Valentine’s Day, dive into spooky romance with unforgettable haunted attractions across the nation. From California’s “WELCOME FOOLISH MORTALS” reunion celebrating the iconic Haunted Mansion to SoCal’s creepy axe-throwing gathering for horror content creators, there’s a unique thrill waiting for every adventurous couple. Ditch the clichés and embrace the chills – your unforgettable Valentine’s Day haunt awaits!
Hammond, Indiana’s iconic Reaper’s Realm haunted house is facing an uncertain future. After 34 years of chilling thrills, the beloved attraction sits precariously on the chopping block as the City of Hammond seeks to replace it with a riverfront development. Citing underutilization and a deteriorating building, the city filed an eminent domain lawsuit, but Reaper’s Realm owners cry foul, claiming the move would “devastate” their family business. With tensions high and emotions running as raw as the haunt’s spookiest scares, the question remains: will Reaper’s Realm rise from the ashes or be permanently laid to rest by progress?
Calling all haunt and horror fans! Join Ashland Library’s “Haunted Happenings” with “That Halloween Podcast” host Jeff DePaoli! Every 3rd Thursday, starting Jan 18th, dive into chilling talks with haunt creators, animatronics experts like Chucky creator Tony Gardner, and more! Free, interactive, global – register now and get spooked year-round!
Calling all haunt enthusiasts! Get ready for a season of screams and scares with the spooktacular lineup of Haunt conventions 2024. From TransWorld’s Halloween Show in St. Louis to Creep It Real OC in California, these events offer educational seminars, costume parties, vendor booths, and networking opportunities galore. Learn industry secrets, discover new products, and connect with fellow haunters to make your next haunted attraction the most terrifyingly thrilling yet! Don’t miss out on the fun!
Disney’s Hatbox Ghost has materialized at the Haunted Mansion in Florida, unnerving guests with his signature parlor trick! Brace yourselves for spooktacular fun as the iconic specter joins the endless hallway, bringing enhanced lighting and fresh paint to the queue and attraction. This marks his first visit to the East Coast haunt, while Disneyland’s version welcomes back the beloved ghost for another chilling season. Don’t miss your chance to encounter this eerie entity – he’s sure to add a wicked twist to your Haunted Mansion adventure!
Immerse yourself in the thrills and chills of Holiday Haunts this season. Experience haunted houses, festive frights, and unforgettable encounters that will leave you breathless. Embark on an adventure that will capture the essence of the season and leave you wanting more.
Dive into the heart of IAAPA and uncover the latest haunt vendor innovations that are set to transform the haunted attraction landscape. Explore Froggy’s Fog’s award-winning Thanos A-1 Fog Blaster and Poison Props’ groundbreaking Spider Animatronic. Elevate your haunt experiences with these cutting-edge products and stay at the forefront of industry trends.
Dive headfirst into the post-Halloween spirit at Creep It Real FESTIVE, happening this weekend at the Heritage Museum of Orange County! Shake off your Halloween hangover and get ready for a spooktacular blend of jolly and creepy festivities. Whether you’re a fan of the eerie or the merry, this event promises a perfect fusion of both worlds.
The Haunted Attraction Network’s “Hauntathon,” a 61-day celebration of haunted attractions, set new benchmarks in 2023, captivating over 140 million horror and Halloween fans worldwide. While the 2023 event has concluded, its impact continues to reverberate within the haunted attraction industry. As we look forward to Hauntathon 2024, we can anticipate even more thrilling content, featuring an expanded lineup of haunted attractions and engaging programming partners.
Happy Halloween from the Haunted Attraction Network! We’ve made it to the end of our 61-day Hauntathon, and we want to thank you for joining us on this spooky adventure. We covered haunts worldwide via podcasts, videos, and live events, and we hope you enjoyed all the scares and fun.
While the rising cost of living is putting a strain on many budgets, experts say that Halloween spending is expected to increase because it’s a relatively affordable holiday that doesn’t require the same level of familial expectations as other holidays like Christmas. Additionally, social media is driving sales by inspiring people to share their creative Halloween costumes and decorations.
Haunted Little Tokyo Returns for Spooktacular Halloween Celebration
Little Tokyo, Downtown Los Angeles’ vibrant historic neighborhood, is thrilled to celebrate the spooky season with the return of Haunted Little Tokyo. The frightful festivities commence with the inaugural Little Tokyo Ghost Tour from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 22nd. Get into the spooky spirit with sinister stories of Little Tokyo’s ghostly friends. The following weekend, on Saturday, October 28th, experience a family-friendly Halloween Scavenger Hunt hosted by Terasaki Budokan from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. followed by the 7th annual Haunted Little Tokyo Block Party presented by The Little Tokyo Ghost Club from 6:00 p.m. to midnight.
Dark Nights at Hersheypark is back for 2023 with a new haunted house, Auntie Mortem’s Abattoir, plus all-new dining options, RIP buffet dining experience, tasting cards, and Spirit’s Rooftop Bar. Get ready for scares, thrills, and delicious treats for the whole family!
The Haunted Attraction Network’s annual Hauntathon is back for 2023! This year, the event will feature over 60 haunted attractions from around the world. Visitors can learn about the creative process behind some of the world’s most famous haunted attractions, or get a behind-the-scenes look at how they are made.
Halloween Horror Nights Orlando 2023 is back with a terrifying lineup of new mazes, scare zones, and more. This year, guests can experience all-new mazes inspired by The Exorcist, Chucky, and Universal Monsters: Unmasked. They can also explore new scare zones inspired by Latin American folklore and the Conjuring. And of course, no Halloween Horror Nights event would be complete without its signature live entertainment, specialty food and beverages, and more.
Midsummer Scream 2023 is a Halloween event for horror fans. It takes place at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, California from July 28th to 30th. The event features over 350 vendors, panels, presentations, performances, and haunted attractions.
Halloween Horror Nights 2023 is coming to Universal Orlando Resort for 48 nights of terror! This year, the event will feature a new Stranger Things haunted house, as well as returning favorites like The Walking Dead and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.
The Texas Haunters Convention is the ultimate Halloween and cosplay experience. With over 50,000 square feet of family-friendly vendors, events, demonstrations, and classes, there’s something for everyone. Learn from the pros, meet the people who make Halloween happen, and get inspired for your own haunt.
The Mall of America (Bloomington, MN) and American Monsters are set to open a new haunt this Halloween season: “Onionhead’s Revenge”. The 45,000 square foot immersive haunt will bring together dozens of live scare-actors and legendary creatures in terrifyingly evocative sets, combined with media-based scare moments, theatrical lighting, special effects, and an original soundtrack that will transport guests into a never-before-experienced realm of horror. The attraction will also feature specialty bars with themed cocktails and food.
The Last of Us Halloween Horror Nights is a new haunted house experience coming to Universal Studios Orlando and Hollywood this fall. Based on the popular video game, the haunted house will take guests on a journey through an abandoned Pittsburgh, where they will face off against infected clickers and hunters. The haunted house is set to be one of the most immersive and terrifying experiences ever created at Halloween Horror Nights. With its realistic sets, special effects, and actors, The Last of Us Halloween Horror Nights is sure to leave a lasting impression on guests.
The Midwest Haunters Convention is the premier event for haunted attraction professionals and enthusiasts alike. Take part in educational seminars, meet with industry experts, and experience some of the scariest haunted attractions in the Midwest.
Get ready for Halloween Horror Nights 2023 auditions at Universal Studios Hollywood! Scareactor appointments available on May 31st and June 1st. Don’t miss out on the chance to showcase your scare abilities. Plus, check out the winners of the 2023 Scare Awards (SCARs) by ScareCON. Midwest Haunters Convention tickets selling fast, with Early Bird Discounts ending soon. Join the action-packed weekend of haunting fun, exhibitors, parties, and more. Dark Hour Haunted House yard sale coming up, and Centralia Halloween Parade announces the 2023 theme winner. Exciting times ahead!
Dark Night Halloween World, Long Island’s Haunted pop-up event, is set to return to the Bald Hill Amphitheater in Farmingville, NY, starting on Friday, October 13th. This highly anticipated event will run every Friday through Sunday until Halloween, featuring a thrilling lineup of haunted mazes, scareactors, and scare-zones. The organizers, Co-Owner & Marketing Director Aidan P. Finnegan and Co-Owner Mort Spuccenskrëm, have made significant investments to make this year’s event even more immersive and unforgettable.
The world of horror and haunts is bustling with activity, as various theme parks, events, and attractions gear up for the upcoming Halloween season. Universal Orlando Resort is currently seeking scareactors, stilt walkers, and puppeteers for Halloween Horror Nights, while Fear Factory SLC in Salt Lake City paid off outstanding school lunch balances for local children. Zombie Joe’s Underground Theatre Group in North Hollywood invites audiences to experience a full-contact, immersive show called Mother, exploring generational trauma and its effects on family. Meanwhile, The Abbey in Orlando will present a candlelit evening of Halloween classics, featuring the Listeso String Quartet. In other news, the Baldwin Asylum Haunted Attraction in Rantoul, IL, is now publicly listed for sale, and the Texas Haunters Convention has sold out all 138 vendor spaces. Lastly, the trailer for the upcoming horror film, Haunt Season, shot at Realm of Terror Haunted House in Round Lake Beach, IL, has been released.
Join the spooky festivities at the Southeast Hollows Haunt Convention from May 5th-7th in Savannah, GA, featuring exhibits, contests, seminars, and a Masquerade Ball. Get your tickets online starting at $20 for 1-Day passes and attend exciting seminars like Hot Wire Foam Factory – Basics of Foam Cutting and Pashur Body Paint Artist Presents – Glow to Hell. For Cleveland Haunt Club members, don’t miss the Halfway to Halloween Trivia Fun Night on May 18th, and for Haunted Attraction Association members, join the online mixer on May 27th focused on Youth Safety, hosted by Jim Werner. Details available in the HAA members-only Facebook group.
Don’t miss out on the Spooky Swap Meet happening this weekend at the Heritage Square Museum in LA. With over 60 vendors, fortune-telling, and a new walkthrough haunt by Fear Farm, it’s sure to be a spooktacular time. Trick-or-treat at the seven decorated manors and dance the night away with LVCRFT and Skeleton Sam. Get your tickets now starting at $18 for General Admission. And mark your calendars for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World Resort and Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure Park. The Halloween fun never stops!
Disney Parks are celebrating Halfway to Halloween with special events, including behind-the-scenes tours and limited-time Halloween treats at both the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Meanwhile, Disneyland Paris has canceled its traditional Halloween and New Year’s Eve parties, opting to extend park hours and offer “unique moments to share” for all attendees. The park’s general Halloween festivities will run from October 1st to November 5th, with Enchanted Christmas taking place from November 11th to January 7th.
Enter the dark and spine-chilling world of Paranormal Cirque – a mesmerizing fusion of circus, theatre, and cabaret. Don’t miss out on the 2023 tour, get your tickets now to witness jaw-dropping abilities and a truly unique experience!
Get ready for creepy Easter events across the US! Check out Rottentail’s Revenge, Hidden: A Haunted Egg Hunt Experience, and more in our “Sprint Haunt” section. Plus, experience the immersive art of Otherworld in Philly and the Crimson Carnival haunted house in Gainesville, FL. Reign of Terror Haunted House celebrates Half-Way to Halloween, and the Scarborough Renaissance Fest features the Mythical Monster Museum. Don’t miss out!
Hey, thrill-seekers! Looking for some spooky fun this spring? Check out Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Scream Break event, featuring haunted houses, scare zones, and more! Watch Philp & Emily from the Haunted Attraction Network take on every maze and scare zone to prepare you for your visit.
Escape IT offers fans two multi-room escape adventures that bring to life IT and its sequel, IT Chapter Two, through interactive rooms, special effects, lighting, animatronics, and live actors. The experience spans over 30,000 square feet and also includes carnival-styled midway games and an IT-themed retail store.
Experience a truly terrifying St. Patrick’s Day weekend at various haunted attractions across the US, from Dark Hour’s “Leprechaun Lights Out” to Brighton Asylum’s “St. Patrick’s Slay” and more. Will you survive encounters with banshees, leprechauns, and other sinister creatures lurking in the shadows? Get your tickets now for a chance to win prizes and exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences.
Get your passes now for Midsummer Scream 2023, featuring the new theme ‘Ghoulish Games’ celebrating horror in gaming, at the Long Beach Convention Center from July 28th to 30th. Explore creepy board games, toys, and video games that feature zombies, monsters, and terrifying creatures.
Add some vitamin SCREAM to your day at Six Flags Magic Mountain’s new after-hours “Scream Break” haunt event, with 2 haunted attractions, 3 scare zones, thrilling rides, delicious culinary treats and drinks, and exciting nighttime entertainment. Encounter ghouls and monsters with exclusive access to two haunted mazes and three scare zones, all with a chilling Spring Break twist.
The Midwest Haunters Convention (Rosemont, IL) announced the haunt destinations for the Pre-Convention Bus Tours, taking place on Thursday, June 8th, and Friday, June 9th.
Madd Hatters Haunt (Union Gap, WA) offers Scareytines – Valentine’s Day cards delivered by your favorite horror movie characters. These killer valentines are hand delivered by your choice of Sam (Trick ‘r Treat), Jason Voorhees, Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, Ghostface, or The Joker.
This past Saturday the Haunted Attraction Association rolled out the black carpet and recognized attraction owners, vendors, and others who have excelled in the haunt industry with the annual OSCARES awards ceremony.
