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Beetle House LA – Where Every Day is Halloween in Hollywood!

If spooky season lives in your soul 365 days a year, then Beetle House LA is calling your creepy little name. Nestled right on Hollywood Blvd, this Tim Burton-inspired restaurant & bar is the ultimate haunt for Halloween lovers, goth babes, horror fans, and misfit souls searching for their forever Halloween vibe.

What is Beetle House LA?

Beetle House LA is a one-of-a-kind Halloween-themed restaurant and cocktail bar where every day is Halloween. Inspired by all things Tim Burton, horror, and dark pop culture, this immersive dining experience blends creepy decor, character performances, hauntingly good drinks, and a 3-course meal worth dying for.

Located at:
7080 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028

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Why It’s a Must-Visit for Horror Fans

• Dark, moody, immersive decor straight out of Burton's wildest dreams

• Spooky live performers walking around during dinner

• Signature bubbling, glowing, magical cocktails

• Wildly fun & creepy vibes all night long

• Perfect for Halloween fanatics, horror lovers, or a wicked date night

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What’s On The Menu?

Reservations ($65 per person) include a 3-course meal and entertainment. Expect deliciously twisted options like:

• Edward’s Chicken (because… Scissorhands)

• Cheshire Mac & Cheese

• Jack Skellington’s Salmon

• Vegan & vegetarian options too!

And don't even get me started on the cocktails...

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Signature Spooky Drinks

• This is Halloween — Their signature smoking cocktail

• Bio-Exorcist — Beetlejuice-approved creation

• Corpse Reviver — A classic with a creepy twist

• The Beetle’s Juice — Fruity, spooky, and Instagram-worthy

The bar is also open for walk-ins 21+ — no dinner reservation required if you're just here to drink and soak in the weirdness!

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Entertainment, Performers & Nightlife Vibes

While you dine, you’ll be visited by live performers, spooky hosts, and maybe even a few strange and unusual characters lurking nearby. After 9:30 pm, Beetle House goes full 21+ nightlife with extra creepy energy, DJs, and often special themed nights.

Perfect for:

• Halloween date night in LA

• Birthday parties for spooky friends

• Goth or horror bar crawls

• Nights out in Hollywood with a haunted twist

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Stay Weird, Stay Spooky

Beetle House LA isn’t just dinner — it’s a dark little dream come true. Whether you're quoting Beetlejuice, sipping glowing cocktails, or just vibing in a place where weird is wonderful… this is the bar for YOU.

Reserve your haunt at:
www.beetlehousela.com

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Ghost Tours - Haunted & Interactive Attractions - Year-Round Frights in AZ

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Haunted & Interactive Attractions (Year-Round Frights in AZ)

Why wait until Halloween to get your scare on? Arizona has a thriving scene of haunted and interactive attractions that deliver thrills and chills all year long. From legendary haunted houses to eerie ghost tours and puzzle rooms that test your wits, here are the top picks for spooky and interactive fun in spring 2025 – plus an important update on a famed local haunt that’s found a new home.

Ghost Tours in Phoenix – Haunted Pub Crawl & Ghostly Histories

Phoenix may be sunny by day, but it has its share of ghost stories after dark. Spirit of Arizona Tours offers popular evening ghost tours that blend paranormal lore with city history. Two favorites:

• Haunted Pub Ghost Tour (Phoenix) – 21+ only. This 3-hour walking tour takes you to some of downtown Phoenix’s most haunted historic bars and hotels​. With a local historian guide, you’ll knock back a drink or two where restless spirits are said to linger. Stops often include the old Hotel San Carlos (a beautiful 1928 hotel reputed to have multiple ghostly guests), the Clarendon Hotel (site of a famous 1970s murder, with its rooftop bar now a tour highlight), and the storied George & Dragon Pub. As you enjoy the nightlife, your guide shares chilling tales of phantom bellhops, Prohibition-era murders, and unexplained happenings. It’s equal parts creepy and fun – and “spirits” are guaranteed, whether the ghostly kind show up or not!

• Phoenix Murders & Mysteries Ghost Tour – This tour (all ages, approx. 2–3 hours) focuses on downtown’s historic murders and eerie landmarks​. You’ll visit sites like the Rosson House Museum (a beautifully restored 1895 Victorian home – and yes, a few ghosts reportedly roam its halls), the Orpheum Theatre (an ornate 1920s theatre with a famous ghost called “Mattie” who loves the balcony), and even the old County Courthouse which has seen its share of Wild West justice. Guides share true crime tales and paranormal reports, sometimes even showing old photos as you stand on the very spots where the history happened​. It’s a fascinating way to learn the darker side of Phoenix history, and you might finish the night convinced that at least a few spirits still wander the city’s streets.

Both tours are small-group experiences led by enthusiastic storytellers. Expect goosebumps as you hear about ghastly crimes and ghostly sightings​. You’ll come away with a new appreciation for Phoenix’s past – and maybe a slight fear of flickering lights and empty hotel hallways. Remember to wear comfortable shoes (you’ll be walking through downtown), and feel free to bring ghost-hunting gadgets if you have them. Many tour-goers capture odd orbs or shadows in their photos, so keep that camera ready. These tours run year-round, so spring is a perfect time (nice weather for evening walks) to dive into Phoenix’s haunted history.

Haunted Houses & Year-Round Scares

Arizona is home to some top-rated haunted house attractions – and a few have off-season events so you don’t have to wait till October to scream your head off:

• 13th Floor Haunted House (Phoenix): This is the big one – consistently ranked among the best haunted houses in the U.S. The 13th Floor is a massive, movie-quality haunt that delivers an intense, blood-curdling experience each Halloween season​. While the main haunt runs in fall, they’ve started doing year-round special events. For example, in past years they’ve hosted a Valentine’s Day horror event (“Love Bites”) and a Halfway to Halloween haunted weekend in spring. The producers (13th Floor Entertainment Group) are masters of the craft, with Hollywood-style sets, animatronics, and an army of scare actors who will get in your face. Check their site for any spring 2025 events – if they open those ominous doors in April or May, dare to enter. Even if you visit outside the typical season, you can sometimes book behind-the-scenes lights-on tours or attend their off-season haunted mini-golf next door. One way or another, “Halloween lives here. Don’t wait till October to get your fix” is their motto​, and they mean it. (Note: Recommended for teens and adults; 13th Floor is too intense for young kids.)

• Sanctum of Horror (Mesa): An award-winning haunt on the east side, Sanctum of Horror is family-run but seriously scary. They usually open in fall, but keep an eye out – occasionally they’ve done a one-night special in spring (like Walpurgis Night in May). Their two haunted attractions, “Sanctum” (a twisted house of a madwoman) and “The Breach” (a zombie apocalypse scenario), are tight, dark, and filled with jump scares. If they’re not open in spring, put it on your calendar for October. Sanctum consistently gets great reviews for detailed sets and a passionate scare crew.

• Year-Round Haunted Attractions: While Arizona doesn’t have a permanent classic haunted house that’s open every week, it does have plenty of real haunted sites you can visit any time (see ghost tours above or the ghost towns below). And for a different kind of scare, try an escape room with a horror theme – those are open year-round. In Phoenix, there are several escape room companies that offer chilling scenarios: for example, the “Attic” or “Witching Hour” rooms where you and friends must solve puzzles to escape a dark, cursed chamber​. At Eludesions Escape Rooms, “Nora’s Nightmare” puts you inside a Victorian girl’s demon-infested dream​. The Nemesis Club offers an epic horror escape called “Scarab – Curse of the Pharaoh” (more adventure than gore, but world-class set design). These escape rooms are like mini haunted houses combined with brainteasers – the perfect activity for horror buffs anytime. Just remember, the clock is ticking… or is that your heart pounding?

Ghost Towns, Haunted Hotels & Spooky Sites

Arizona’s Wild West history left us with some seriously haunted locales that you can explore on your own or via tours. If you’re up for a day trip with a side of the supernatural, check these out:

• Jerome, AZ – “Wickedest Town in the West”: Jerome is a former mining town turned artsy tourist spot – also famous as perhaps the most haunted town in Arizona​. In the early 1900s it was so wild it earned that “wickedest town” nickname, and legends say many spirits stayed behind after the mines closed. You can visit the Jerome Grand Hotel, once a hilltop hospital now a hotel, where guests report phantom footsteps and a ghostly porter roaming the halls. The hotel embraces its spooky rep; they even have a “ghost register” for visitors to log any sightings. Down in the town, the Old Corner Brothel building and the spooky sliding jail (which moved downhill due to mining explosions) are other haunted spots. Jerome offers nightly ghost tours as well, where guides share stories of saloon shootouts and ladies of the night who still whisper in vacant rooms. Even if you don’t see a ghost, Jerome’s rich history and quirky vibe (plus cool mountain air) make it a great spring getaway.

• Hotel Monte Vista (Flagstaff): Up north in Flagstaff is the historic Hotel Monte Vista, open since 1927 and filled with stories​. This hotel has hosted Hollywood stars and perhaps some ghosts. Guests have reported an old bellboy who knocks on doors and vanishes, a woman who rocks in a lobby chair, and even phantom band music from the second floor. One infamous room is said to be haunted by two prostitutes who were killed there in the 1940s – men staying in that room have felt hands over their mouths at night. Spooky! Even under the hotel, there’s intrigue: a series of hidden tunnels under downtown Flagstaff (from Prohibition days) were partly accessed through the Monte Vista’s basement​. Today, you can grab a drink in the hotel’s lounge and see if anything supernatural happens. It’s a lively spot – you might be chatting with a local musician only for them to point out where they saw an apparition last week.

• Vulture City Ghost Town: About an hour northwest of Phoenix lies Vulture City, an old gold mining ghost town near Wickenburg. By day you can tour the remaining buildings (the assay office, cabins, a tiny “jail”) and learn about its successful – and sometimes deadly – mining past. By night, paranormal groups hold ghost hunts here because so many claim it’s haunted by prospectors and townsfolk long gone​. The isolation and crumbling shacks definitely give off eerie vibes as dusk falls. It’s a photographer’s dream if you like rustic ruins. And who knows – maybe you’ll catch a glimpse of Henry Wickenburg himself, the town founder, still checking on his mine.

• Globe & Miami, AZ: In the copper mining towns of Globe–Miami, you’ll find the Old Gila County Jail in Globe, built in 1910 and closed in 1981 – said to still be haunted by former inmates​. You can tour this old jail, where graffiti from long-ago prisoners adorns the walls and some visitors claim they’ve heard cell doors clanging on their own. Nearby, the Bullion Plaza Museum (in Miami, AZ) had a viral “ghost” video a few years back from a motion-sensor camera catching an unexplained figure. These small towns have big ghost tales – and they’re authentic slices of Arizona history too.

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Whether you’re a paranormal true believer or just seeking an adrenaline rush, Arizona’s got you covered. Tips for thrill-seekers: Many haunted attractions offer skip-the-line or fast passes – worth it on busy nights so your nerves don’t wear out while waiting. For ghost tours and outdoor sites, bring a flashlight and wear comfy shoes. And if you do encounter something otherworldly? Be respectful – you’re in their territory, after all. Happy haunting!

Fear Farm Haunted Fairgrounds & Corn Maze

Fear Farm Haunted Fairgrounds & Corn Maze 

• Opened Friday September 23rd, 2022
• Fear Farm Haunted Attraction Tickets Start at $27.99, 
• The haunted houses run until Halloween on October 31st, 2022.

General Admission: $27.99 - 28.99

Fast Pass: $37.99 - 38.99

• Limited Wait Approximately 1/3 the length of General Admission 

Skip the Line: $47.99 - 48.99

• No wait. Check-in upon arrival and enter next Limited Capacity. 

Upgrade to FLEX for an additional $5.00 extra per ticket

• Flexibility to arrive anytime during open hours on your selected date.

Platinum VIP: $99.99 - 100.99

• Unlimited access to the Haunts. Front of the Line Access. Free Lanyard. Includes access to the Haunted Corn Maze

Chop House

• A criminal outcast has wandered into the old meat processing plant. 

Nuke Town

• A controversial nuclear testing facility left abandoned in the 1950’s has been the center of strange occurrences. 

Legends of the Deep

• When an eerie call was heard across the decks, it was as if the sea came alive and infected everyone aboard. 

All Hallows Eve

• A cursed group of undead trick or treaters rise up from their shallow graves once a year on Halloween in search of blood, guts, and candy! 

Outcast Carnival

• After a failed carnival went bankrupt, the sideshow performers were shunned by society, after years of no interaction with the outside world, the performers have become rabid and feed on anything that wanders into their domain.

Haunted Corn Maze for an additional $10.00

• Can you survive 20 acres of pure terror? Navigate your way through the twisted paths with only the moonlight to guide your way, where creatures, psychopaths, clowns, and monsters lie in wait.

Win 2 Fast Pass Tickets to Fear Farm 

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Strawberry Creme Vampire Kisses For Halloween - HERSHEY'S

Hershey’s has announced its 2020 line up of new Halloween candy to get you ready for the Halloween season.

All four of Hershey’s new Halloween candies are available nationwide for a limited time this Fall (MSRP $3.79), along with returning favorites like Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins, Pumpkin Pie Kit Kat, Hershey’s Glow-In-The-Dark wrappers and Hershey’s Monster Milk Chocolate Kisses.

• Reese’s Franken-Cup Peanut Butter Cups have an eerie green chocolate shell.
• Kit Kat Witch’s Brew is covered in a ghostly green marshmallow flavor creme. 
• The Vampire Milk Chocolate Kisses are filled with a blood red strawberry cream, with purple and red bat-print foil.
• Cookies ‘N’ Creme Fangs: Mini Hershey’s Cookies ‘N’ Creme bar with the shape of Dracula’s fangs. 

And for more Hershey's fun, the Las Vegas strip is sweet! Visit HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD Attraction, located in the famous NEW YORK-NEW YORK Hotel & Casino, with more than 800 Hershey products. Address: 3790 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109

Haunted Halloween Tour: 7 days in Dublin, Edinburgh & London

Discover a spookier side of Dublin, Edinburgh and London

October 27th to November 4th 2021 or 2022

On this once a year "Hallowe'en" tour to the British Isles a local guide will show you landmarks of Dublin, Edinburgh, and London; Plus, you’ll experience special excursions showcasing the haunted side of these cities. What better way to celebrate All Hallows Even, than with Ghost tours through historic neighborhoods, murder mysteries, and attending the Samhuinn Fire Festival at Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.

Take a look at all available EF Go Ahead Tours, including the 2021 & 2022 Haunted Halloween Tour

Samhuinn (also called Samhain and Sauin) is a Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and beginning of winter. Celebrations beginning on the evening of 31st October and run through November 1st.

 

Tour package includes:

• 7 nights in handpicked hotels
• 7 breakfasts
• 3 dinners with beer or wine
• 3 sightseeing tours
• Expert Tour Director & local guides
• Private deluxe motor coach
• 1 on-tour flight from Dublin to Edinburgh
• 1 train ride from Edinburgh to London

See the full EF Go Ahead Tour Itinerary

Highlights:

• St. Patrick’s Cathedral
• Temple Bar district
• Edinburgh Castle
• Edinburgh ghost tour
• Halloween night at the Samhuinn Fire Festival on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
• Trafalgar Square
• Tower Bridge
• Buckingham Palace
• Jack the Ripper tour

Additional add-ons available:

• Hampton Court Palace Ghost Tour 
• The Tower of London’s Dark Past tour

Fully Refundable Booking Period: Book today and feel good about your decision. If you change your mind, you’ll receive a full refund of your payment through April 1, 2021 for your 2021 tour and May 1, 2021 for your 2022 tour.

Cancelled - AZ Halloween Marketplace - September 19th, 2020

The AZHaunters.com Haunted Swap Meet is now the AZ Halloween Marketplace and has been canceled for the 2020 Halloween Season.

FREE ATTENDANCE & FREE PARKING

The AZ Halloween Marketplace, formerly the Haunted Swap Meet, is a one-day annual marketplace held every September where you can buy, sell, and trade your homemade, gently used Halloween props and collectables to other haunters.The event is a gathering of Halloween enthusiasts that buy sell or trade props, costumes, decorations, and other Halloween related items. Buy, sell and trade till you have the perfect yard haunt.

Over 100 Vendors featuring Halloween wares

• Artisans selling hand-crafted or original wares 
• Home haunters selling thrift-sale-type items
• Entertainers 
• Make-up artists 
• This year they are adding a haunted house *$5 charge to enter haunted house
• Hearse Display
• Raffle with hourly prize drawings
• Special Appearances by:
• AZ Ghostbusters
• United Zombies
• Live Pumpkin Carving by Villafane Studios (master carver)

You will find creepy cupcakes, costumes, spell books, macabre original artwork, and so much more.

They are again in a nice air-conditioned venue at MetroCenter Mall. If you attended last year, you know how big the crowd was and will be happy to know that they are taking over the entire lower level of the mall instead of a single store space. That means you can use any mall entrance and should not expect any lines standing between you and your Halloween fun!

The AZ Halloween Marketplace is organized by The AZHaunters.com website, an online community of individuals of all ages that have come together celebrate Halloween Haunting by sharing and learning with each other. The HAunted Swap Meet began in 2015 with a half dozen members gathering on a lawn to trade props (hence the original name Swap Meet), and has since grown with over 6,000 attendees last year.

AZ Haunters gather together in person and online to share prop making techniques and ideas, chat about Halloween, and help each other out with haunting plans. They also hold "Make & Take" crafting events approx once a month, this is where they meet in person and you learn how to construct various Halloween props..

*********************UPDATE* CANCELLED *UPDATE**************************

With the closure of Metrocenter Mall, the event's location is now in question?

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Parking is free!

Tips:

• Wear comfortable shoes, anticipate walking up and down every aisle
• Stay hydrated, Water will be available for purchase.
• Bring Cash, many of the vendors will accept credit cards, some may not
• Restroom facilities will be available in the main mall area.

For More information Contact AZ Halloween Marketplace or Become a Vendor

2020 Season of The Queen Mary's Dark Harbor officially cancelled

2020 Halloween Season of The Queen Mary's Dark Harbor has officially been cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 concerns.

Dark Harbor normally runs in September, October and November at the The Queen Mary in Southern California. Dark Harbor is a terrifying haunted attraction based around the history of the haunted ship. The Queen Mary was named one of the top 10 most haunted places on Earth by Time Magazine in 2008.  Among the ghosts reportedly still haunting, are a sailor who died in the engine room, a "lady in white", and children who drowned in the pool. The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor brings the true haunted tales of The Queen Mary to life.

Epic Entertainment Group, the production company behind Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor in Long Beach, CA announced today that both Halloween attractions (Dark Harbor in Long Beach, CA and Dark Horizon in Orlando, FL) have been canceled for the 2020 season due to COVID-19.

In a statement released on Facebook the company shared the following:

"It is with heavy hearts that we can now confirm the 2020 seasons of The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor (Long Beach, CA) and Dark Horizon: Point of No Return (Orlando, FL) have officially been cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and in line with federal, state and local guidelines.

As always, maintaining the safety and security of our guests, actors and crew is of the utmost importance.

With the uncertainty that lies ahead in the coming months, these unfortunate decisions could not be avoided.

We look forward to the 2021 haunt season and will share more about the future when we are able.

In the meantime, please stay safe and be well."

The suspension of the ship’s hotel operation was effective May 7th. Prior to that the bars, restaurants and events on the ship had already shut down on March 16. So though sad, not really surprising that Dark Harbor Halloween Event was sunk amid coronavirus pandemic

 

RavenHearse Family Classic Haunt - CLOSING 12/26/19

The RavenHearse Family Classic Haunt in Tucson, AZ is one of the only haunted house attractions open year round.

Today they posted "With Heavy Heart and Great sadness we announce We are CLOSING our doors this Thursday, December 26th. We want to Thank Everyone who has Supported Us and enjoyed our Haunt Tours in the last four years and three months since we opened our doors October 1st, 2015."

That is the sad news...

The good news is they also continued to state: "We Feel Honored to have been part of Trail Dust Town and will miss being there very much. We are currently working on Purchasing an Amazing new location that will bring us more room for expansion and the ability to host RavenHearse special Events. We Hope to announce the New Location early next year."

Hopefully the new location will allow for even more as additional space and a new location may open up opportunity for even greater things.

For updates follow them on Facebook or visit RavenHearse Family Classic Haunt webpage.

For more on What they had offered in the past and a review of this haunted attraction, you can find more information here: RavenHearse Family Classic Haunt Review. I am looking forward to the Grand Re-Opening!

There are also plans for the old Trail Dust Town location at 6541 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85715 as well. As the post also stated "We have good friends who are looking to continue the fun at the current location and offer escape rooms set to possibly open in March 2020."


Check out my post with an Escape Room tips and tricks guide.

🎈Meet Jackson Robert Scott! - Georgie from IT - PHOENIX, AZ🎈

Jackson Robert Scott is best known for his role in the 2017 remake of Stephen King's IT as the character Georgie.

Jackson will be signing autographs and taking pictures with fans!

Beginning at 8pm, he will be at Fear Farm Haunted House on Saturday, October 12th!
     Address: 2209 N. 99TH AVENUE, PHOENIX, AZ 85037

Beginning at 8:30pm, he will be at 13th Floor Haunted House on Friday, October 25th!
     Address: 2814 W. BELL RD. PHOENIX, AZ 85053


Cash only:
🎈 $30 for an autograph
🎈 $30 for a picture
🎈 $40 for both


For additional information on both Haunted Attractions visit Fear Farm VS 13th Floor - Arizona Haunted House Review.

Which is Scarier: 13th Floor VS Fear Farm

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Looking for a haunted house in the Metro Phoenix Area, but not sure which to visit or which is Scarier?

Click Here for a review of Sanctum of Horror Haunted Attraction in Mesa.

This review will provide some pros and cons between The 13th Floor and Fear Farm. Click here for my past Fear Farm VS 13th Floor review.

Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group produces some of the world’s largest Halloween themed attractions, including Fear Farm and 13th Floor haunted houses in Phoenix. But which is scarier?

13th Floor Haunted House – Phoenix’s Premier Haunted Attraction

👻 Get Ready for a Terrifying Experience at 13th Floor Phoenix!

📍 Location: 2814 W. Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ

The 13th Floor Haunted House offers two spine-chilling haunted mazes that promise heart-pounding scares, terrifying animatronics, and immersive sets. This year's themes include a Creature Feature of Classic Movie Monsters and a Zombie Apocalypse Survival Maze.

What to Expect at 13th Floor Phoenix

• 🎃 Elaborate Haunted Mazes – Experience movie-quality sets, animatronics, and intense jump scares.

• 🧟 Zombie Apocalypse Experience – Navigate through a post-apocalyptic nightmare filled with the undead.

• 📸 Photo Opportunities – Capture memorable moments at themed photo booths.

• 🎟️ Ticket Prices: $24.99 – $32.99 (Fast Pass +$10)

Pros & Cons of Visiting 13th Floor

✅ Pros:

• Indoor attraction – No worries about weather conditions.

• Hollywood-style special effects & set design.

• More intense & interactive scares compared to Fear Farm.

• Free parking available.

❌ Cons:

• Metal detectors at entry may feel unnecessary.

• Longer wait times unless you purchase a Fast Pass.

• No carnival games or food vendors – Unlike Fear Farm, there’s little reason to stay after the haunts.

👻 Dare to enter? The 13th Floor Haunted House is waiting!

Fear Farm – Phoenix’s Ultimate Haunted Attraction

🎃 Experience the Thrills & Chills of Fear Farm

📍 Location: 2209 N. 99th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

This year, Fear Farm brings five haunted mazes plus a classic corn maze experience for those brave enough to enter. Unlike previous years, the attraction has removed the traditional hayride in favor of The Reaping corn maze, a decision met with mixed reactions. While the hayride drew long lines, the corn maze remains relatively quiet in comparison.

Fear Farm Haunted Mazes

👻 Featured Mazes:

• 🏚️ The Bunker – A dystopian nightmare filled with post-apocalyptic horror.

• 🔪 Slaughterhouse – Enter at your own risk and witness pure carnage.

• 🎃 Pumpkin Witch – Beware the sinister magic lurking within this eerie pumpkin patch.

• ☢️ Fallout – A radioactive wasteland of terror.

• 🦠 Plague – Escape the horrors of a virus-infested nightmare.

Ticket Prices & Fast Pass Options

🎟️ General Admission: $24.99 – $32.99 (varies by date)
⚡ Fast Pass Upgrade: +$10 (skip the lines!)

Pros & Cons of Fear Farm

✅ Pros:

• No need to purchase a Fast Pass – With multiple mazes, the wait times are spread out.

• Carnival games, food vendors & a mini escape room – Plenty of entertainment before and after the haunted experience.

• Reduced use of chainsaws in confined spaces – Enhancing the scare factor without overwhelming noise.

• Improved strobe light placement in Slaughterhouse – No direct flashes in guests’ eyes.

• Smoke-free environment – No smoking or vaping allowed, keeping the experience clean.

❌ Cons:

• Metal detectors at entry – Some guests feel it disrupts the haunted house atmosphere.

• Additional costs for games & activities – Expect to spend extra beyond ticket prices.

• Overcrowding with unsupervised teens – Some nights resemble a chaotic daycare rather than a haunted attraction.

• Paid VIP parking ($5) – No real added benefit given the parking lot’s size.

• No hayride – The biggest disappointment for many long-time visitors.

• Dusty environment – Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for dust clouds.

• Sparse scare actors in some areas – Some rooms and hiding spots remain vacant.

• Lack of jump scares – Many actors act more as part of the scenery rather than creating true shock moments.

• Uneven ground throughout the mazes – Visitors should watch their step to avoid tripping.

• Weather-dependent event – Fear Farm has been rained out in previous years, so check the forecast before heading out.

🎃 Is Fear Farm Worth It? For those looking for a full haunted house experience with multiple mazes and extra entertainment, Fear Farm offers a solid night of Halloween fun. While some elements have been removed or altered this year, it remains one of Phoenix’s top haunted attractions.

👻 Dare to enter? Fear Farm awaits you!

Overall I love Haunted Houses, even bad ones, but if you ask me which is scarier, which is more worth the money, go to 13th Floor!

Review of the Haunted Swap Meet - September 28th, 2019

This year, The Haunted Swap Meet event was held inside Metrocenter Mall in Phoenix on Saturday September 28th, 2019.

I do not have an estimate on the number of Halloween enthusiasts that gathered to buy sell or trade props, costumes, decorations, and other Halloween related items. However, what I do know is the turnout was far larger than I think anyone expected.

The lines wrapped around the stairs and outside the mall down around the old Sears and there was standing room only inside the space rented for the event.

On one hand it is extremely satisfying to see such a turn out of Halloween lovers, gives me hope the holiday is not as dead as some might think. For the last few years, when you walk into stores in October, you see Christmas, not Halloween. When you look for halloween events, you see churches running events in hopes of increasing attendance. Even in many neighborhoods, everyone has the lights out instead of handing candy out to the folks who put effort into dressing up and celebrating. But all that digresses from the subject at hand.

The huge turn out created an issue with ability to actually browse comfortably. As mentioned, there was standing room only and the space was not large enough for the thousands of people that showed up to find a bargain.

I do have some suggestions to improve upon on this issue which was posted to the Facebook Event's Page. Now some of these will increase the cost which may mean they will need to charge a nominal entry fee (which will also assist with head count).

Some of these suggestions are a bigger location, next year maybe rent out both floors of the old Sears and seperate the merchants/businesses from the home haunters/swap meet/used stuff. This will increase browsing space and make it easier to locate deals by identifying the used merchandise that may be cheaper or have the ability to be haggled over.

Do 2 days, Saturday and Sunday. This will help with overcrowding to some extent. Now, you should still expect opening on Saturday to be large as no one would really want to wait till near close on Sunday when most of the best deals would be gone.

Maybe even do March and September. Many Haunters work on their Halloween stuff year round, also having one in March would increase the deals as many are more apt to sell items no longer being needed at an off time of year.

Spreading vendors out more will allow buyers to access each vendor from all 4 sides for better less crowded browsing. This will increase the experience for vendor and buyer.

Maybe even Sanctum of Horror Haunted Attractions (who sponsors the AZHaunters Haunted Swap Meet) can have a mini haunted house in a store the size of the one the swap meet was in this year. This would not only increase the draw for people in the East Valley, but dilute the traffic at the Swap a bit by spreading the flow out. This haunted attraction could even be up the whole month, making it worth while for Sanctum of Horror to attempt the endeavour. Get a coupon to this haunted house here.

That is my two cents, lots of neat things to see, but little opportunity to purchase because of the crowds. Additionally, some of the merchants did not have signal and so could only accept cash.

I do think, this year's Haunted Swap Meet learned and improved from 2018, but I think some of the changes (being inside instead of outside) drew a bigger crowd which created other issues. I think they will take much of the insight given this year to make next year more enjoyable. In short, do not give up on them, we need this type of thing to help keep Halloween Alive.

I also liked the FREE picture with a Spirit!

Stay tuned for more information on The Arizona Haunted Swap Meet returning to Metro Center Mall on September 26th, 2020.

AZHaunters.com Haunted Swap Meet 2019 - Metrocenter in Phoenix, AZ

The AZHaunters.com website is an online community of individuals of all ages that have come together celebrate Halloween Haunting by sharing and learning with each other. AZ Haunters gather together in person and online to share prop making techniques and ideas, chat about Halloween, and help each other out with haunting plans. They also hold "Make & Take" crafting events approx once a month, this is where they meet in person and you learn how to construct various Halloween props.

AZ Haunters also holds an annual Haunted Swap Meet every September where you can buy, sell, and trade your homemade, gently used Halloween props and collectables to other haunters.

The Haunted Swap Meet event is a gathering of Halloween enthusiasts that buy sell or trade props, costumes, decorations, and other Halloween related items. Buy, sell and trade till you have the perfect yard haunt.

Along with Free Admission and Free Parking For Attendees, Last year they featured:

• Over 50 Halloween related business vendors
• Over 25 Private Sellers
• Live Demonstration booths, showing prop creations instructionals
• An 8 vehicle Hearse display
• “Photo Ops” for Attendees
• 4 Food Trucks

This year, the event will be held inside at Metrocenter mall in Phoenix on Saturday September 28th, 2019 from 10am to 4pm

9617 N. Metro Parkway W.
(between Sears and Dillard's)
Phoenix, AZ 85051

Parking is free!

Tips:

• Wear comfortable shoes, anticipate walking up and down every aisle
• Stay hydrated, Water will be available for purchase.
• Bring Cash, many of the vendors will accept credit cards, some may not
• Restroom facilities will be available in the main mall area.

Become a Vendor - Register to be a vendor

Artisan Exhibitor: for vendors who are selling their wares as a business.

Private Vendor: for members of AZHaunters.com that have personal props, costumes, etc. that they no longer need. Every day haunters looking to sell or trade Halloween stuff.

Sanctum of Horror Haunted Attraction Review

Finally had the opportunity to visit this Haunted Attraction. On 9/28/19 at the Haunted Swap Meet, Sanctum of Horror Haunted Attractions was offering a discounted ticket price of $13 dollars and you got a $10 shirt free. So essentially we visited this attraction for $3 each.

This Haunted House Attraction is 2 haunted mazes set up in the parking lot of the Superstition Springs Mall in Mesa, AZ.

Since 2012, Sanctum of Horror has been scaring the East Valley with incredible detail and great makeup that will surely frighten those daring enough to visit.

Discount tickets available on their website or Groupon.

Sanctum of Horror 

Enter the mind of Lenore as you experience the memories of her violent past and navigate her childhood home to witness the brutal murders of her family. If you survive you can make your way through an ancient graveyard filled with the undead and arrive at St. Charlotte Asylum. Be warned the inmates have taken over the compound and the only way out is through Lenore’s cell.

The Breach

In 1953, deep within the southern Arizona desert, lies a military research facility only known to the public as Bunker 16. With the discovery of a rare leech found within the waters of the Orinoco River, Bunker 16 began PROJECT: PESTILENCE. One night in October, the base abruptly sent a distress signal. Enter the base on that horrifying night and bear witness to the destruction caused by a creature focused on its own survival.

Blackout Event (November 1st and 2nd only)

Shadowy darkness will creep over the Sanctum of Horror. Enter Parallel domain in utter darkness and find a candle for light.

My Two Cents:

My first impression was, this looks a little small. I will tell you though, there was a lot of punch. They did great with the what appeared to be a small space. I believe I heard them say Sanctum of Horror had 22 rooms (was not counting when walking through).

There was great attention to detail in each room. The scare actors interacted well with those waiting in line (they focused on those who's screams entertained the rest of us). Not overly packed and the best part of all, they only send you in with your group and they pause you at the entrance with a small prologue allowing the group ahead to get ahead. This is one of the only attractions I have been to that is not a long conga line.

Hands down, you add that part of the experience to the detail and work that is put into the attraction itself and this place (though only 2 haunted mazes) gives great value vs cost, especially when comparing apples to apples with bigger attractions like Fear Farm and Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood.

In addition, there were 2 food vendor trucks, Both selling the bottles of water for $1.50, not $4-$6 like most places. My kids said the smoothie they got from MF Koffee was the best they ever had! French Me LLC is a Gourmet French Fry Food Truck, we just got plain fries, but they were good!

Here are the operating dates and hours of operation.

Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights - Throwback Thursdays

Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood - Throwback Thursdays Event

Enter a terrifying world of imagination at Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights: an intense, spine chilling event, now with more mazes than ever.

This year's Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood in Southern California time travels to the 1980s with it's Throwback Thursdays celebration.

The Haunted Mazes this year include classic 80s movies such as the Ghostbusters, Creepshow and Killer Klowns from Outer Space.

Some other Highlights Universal's Throwback Thursdays include classic '80s music from a live tribute band and a DJ dance party hosted by Beetlejuice. 80s songs and music videos playing throughout the event will make you want to dance! There is themed food and guests are encouraged to dress in their finest decade-worthy fashion. Don't forget the fanny pack, leg warmers and mullets.

Throwback Thursdays will take place every Thursday night during "Halloween Horror Nights" and is included as part of admission to the event.

Halloween Horror Nights starts September Friday the 13th.

Throwback Thursdays dates include:

• September 19th and 26th
• October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st (Halloween)
• November 1

Tickets options for Halloween Horror Nights include:

• Universal Express One-time priority access to all mazes and theme park rides.
• After 2 p.m. Day/Night Combo Experience the park's popular daytime attractions (Harry Potter), and remain for the terror that awaits at Halloween Horror Nights.
• R.I.P. Tour Groups featuring a VIP guide, unlimited Universal Express access to all mazes, attractions, private VIP trolley transportation to backlot mazes, interactive themed photo ops and special tour of the Universal backlot, gourmet buffet dinner at the VIP Dining Room and complimentary valet parking.

This year's Halloween Horror Nights maze and attraction lineup includes:

• Us ☆☆☆☆☆ - Kind of mind twisting
• Based on the blockbuster film from Universal Pictures
• Ghostbusters ☆☆☆☆ - Nostalgia, well done story, not scary (not meant to be)
• Sony Pictures' classic 1984 film comes to life for the first time ever
• Stranger Things ☆☆☆☆ - Never started the show, but well done
• Based on seasons 2 and 3 of Netflix's supernatural thriller
• Killer Klowns from Outer Space ☆☆☆☆ - Fluorescent and fun
• A popular 1980s horror sci-fi film 
• Creepshow ☆☆☆ - I liked this one more than the kids did
• Inspired by the 1982 cult classic movie directed by George Romero.
• Frankenstein Meets The Wolf Man ☆☆ - kind of boring, could have been great
• Inspired by Universal's original cinematic monster, Universal Studios invented the horror film genre
• House of 1000 Corpses ☆☆☆☆ - Very good scene I can't spoil made it go from 3 to 4
• Inspired by Lionsgate's 2003 cult classic film  directed by Rob Zombie
• Holidayz in Hell ☆☆☆☆☆ - I love this idea
• An original maze featuring demented versions of the seasonal holidays
• Curse of Pandora's Box ☆☆☆☆☆ - This was the best
• An original maze based on twisted Greek mythology
• The Walking Dead ☆☆☆☆☆ - This is a year round attraction
• Universal Studios Hollywood's permanent attraction inspired by AMC's popular television series

Holiday Specs Take Christmas Lights to the Next Level!

Whether walking the neighborhood with your kids or going to a Christmas event like Lights at the Farm, Glendale Glitters or World of Illumination American Paper Optics' 3D Holiday Specs will make it even more fun.

These special holographic lenses transform normal Christmas lights into visions of candy canes, Santa, snowflakes, gingerbread men, elves, reindeer, snowmen, and more. You simply look through the holographic lenses of the Holiday Specs glasses at any point of light and a beautiful holiday image appears.

HOLIDAY SPECS 3D Christmas Glasses are festively printed and inexpensive, making them a great stocking stuffer or party favor.



Looking to have fun year round? American Paper Optics has a great line of products including:

• 3D Fireworks Glasses that break light into amazing rainbow bursts. Great for New Year's Eve and July 4th.
• Wild Eyes Animal 3D Glasses which create floating animal images on any point of light. These would be great for Phoenix ZooLights or Lights of the World.
• Spooky Specs 3D Glasses (Bats, skulls, jack-o-lanterns) make great Trick or Treat gifts.

AMERICAN PAPER OPTICS can also help your business by making glasses that turn points of light into your company logo and can be used to promote your business the same way keychains, magnets or pens are.