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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.
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..
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.
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.
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.
Saturday, Sept 29, 2018 - Event hours are 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
What is a Haunted Swap Meet? Think giant multi-person yard sale with a Halloween theme.
Expected to have over 50 tables and booths selling everything from custom crafted items, old props and costumes to Halloween themed trinkets. Definitely something for anyone looking for a deal on Halloween items and decorations.
It's an opportunity for commercial sellers and Halloween enthusiasts to buy, sell or trade props, costumes, decorations, and other Halloween oriented stuff.
If you are a Halloween Enthusiast anywhere near Phoenix, AZ, you should Check it out.
Free admission - No restroom facilities.
Looking forward to seeing everyone getting some great stuff!
Event hours are 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Saturday, Sept 29, 2018.
There are also makeup demonstrations, prop building workshops, and a few other extras for those interested in more than just buying cool stuff.
- Kaos Funeral Cars will have 9 custom hearses for viewing.
This event is being held in the Phoenix College parking lot on 15th Avenue North of Thomas in Phoenix, AZ. There will be plenty of room for vendors and plenty of room for parking.
Happy Halloween!
If you want to help plan and organize, volunteer at AZHaunters.com.
"Yard Sale" type tables will be assigned areas as the sellers arrive. However, if you do not pre-register, you will not be allowed to set up.
If you have a business and want to sell
DEADLINE IS AUG 31
Contact AZHaunters, to get the vendor agreement outlining the terms.
PM AZHaunters with your info:
Real Name
Business Name
Business page
Description of what you sell
Email
Contact phone number.
Setup is from 8AM to 9AM the day of the event. At 9 AM the event opens and no one may set up after that.
If you DO NOT have a business
To sell your Halloween related items at the Swap meet, You must be a member at www.AZHaunters.com. Message AZHaunters with your:
AZHaunters.com login name
Real Name
Email
Contact phone number
Be sure to mention you are NOT selling as a business
Setup is from 8AM to 9AM the day of the event. At 9 AM the event opens and no one may set up after that.
Residents of Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale and Glendale here are some of the local area haunted houses for 2018. Prepare to enjoy some frightful fun this Halloween season with Haunts like corn mazes, Halloween hayrides and haunted houses.
* Jack and Jill’s Haunted Hill in Phoenix, AZ
Address: 3401 W Greenway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053
Now entering it’s 8th Halloween Season, Jack and Jill’s Haunted Hill operate from Noon until 5PM a family friendly attraction.
Then as night falls, Jack and Jill’s relies on their live and story driven cast to play on your fears. Originally a ‘home haunt’ turned commercial, Jack and Jill’s refuses to let go of its underground roots in its attempts to scare. BUY TICKETS HERE
Stop by early and experience the 100,000 square foot building that offers BLACK LIGHT Go Karting, Video Game Arcade, Pool Tables, Dance Floor and Full Service Bar and .
Haunt visitors that wear costumes, can trick or treat the haunted hill! There will be candy given out at the front desk, when you check in with creepy Grandpa, and at the entrance to the mine.
* Sanctum of Horror in Mesa, AZ
Address: 6555 East Southern Avenue Mesa, AZ 85206
Sanctum of Horror is a breeding ground of fear and evil. Those who enter succumb to madnes, including Lenore. 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. Get your $2 discount coupon here.
They are also sponsoring the 2018 Haunted Swap Meet organized by AZHaunters.com
*Scarizona Scaregrounds in Scottsdale, AZ
Address: 1901 N Alma School Rd, Mesa, AZ 85201
Phone: (480) 444-2590
Scarizona Screampark features three terrifying houses of terror: Startled Darkness, Slayer’s Slaughter House, Epic Fear.
There is also an interactive paintball event to take a shot at killing zombies in Operation Zombie Storm.
* Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group Presents The 13th Floor Haunted House Phoenix AZ
Address: 2814 W Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053
Phone: (602) 456-2250 Last Year's Review
In the United States, the number 13 is considered unlucky and building owners will sometimes purposefully omit a floor numbered 13. However here in Phoenix, you can step inside one of these forbidden floors. Step inside, take a ride on the elevator and get off at the 13th Floor.
This Haunted Attraction is one of the largest haunted house in Phoenix. There are two haunted attractions in this huge 60,000 square foot building. The first is your trip through the 13th floor of a building and the second scary attraction is The Frenzy Haunted House where you experience a zombie apocalypse.
The two attractions are combined for one price with various upgrade options available. BUY TICKETS HERE There are NO REFUNDS or exchanges of any kind.
* Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group Presents Fear Farm Haunted House Phoenix AZ
Address: 2209 N 99th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85037
Phone: (623) 866-5378 Last Year's Review
Fear Farm is 26 acres with 4 haunted maze attractions and a separate corn maze for a combined price with various upgrade options available. They also have a Haunted Hay Ride, which is $10 extra. BUY TICKETS HERE There are NO REFUNDS or exchanges of any kind.
*The Crypt Haunted Attractions - Mesa, AZ
Address: 1445 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202
Phone: (480) 332-8095
Located just off US 60 in the Fiesta Mall parking lot is The Crypt which also features The Asylum and Chaos Mazes.
All 3 attractions $25 Get your $3 off coupon for a discount on the Ultimate Fright Pass, also available: Military Discount to all active and military veterans.
* Tolmachoff Farms presents AZ Field of Screams in Glendale, AZ
Address: 5726 N 75th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85303
Phone: (602) 999-3276
Open every Friday and Saturday night starting October 6th and on Halloween. Walk through a dark Haunted corn maze with new spine chilling scenes every year. For the added haunt, arrive with the knowledge that the corn field that was planted over an old forgotten cemetery. Tickets are $20 and the Haunted Attraction is open from 7 pm until 11 pm.
Tolmachoff farms also has a pumpkin patch and other farm activities during the day.
One of the only haunted house attractions open year round. They offer a unique experience (Green, Yellow, Orange and Red Tours), different from the normal commercial haunted house attractions. Additionally, they cater a haunting experience to the needs of sensitive children or children with disabilities by having opted out of using smoke machines or strobe lights.
Check out their Halloween Tour starting September 28th 'Into the Shadows and Into the Dark'.
* Golfland Sunsplash Presents Golfland Fright Nights in Mesa, AZ
Address: 155 W Hampton Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210
Phone: (480) 834-8319
THE GAUNTLET WILL BE CLOSED IN 2018 DUE TO SOME TEMPORARY CHANGES AT GOLFLAND-SUNSPLASH, THE HAUNTED HOUSE WILL NOT BE OPERATING. THE GAUNTLET WILL RETURN IN 2019!
SPOOKTACULAR GOLF, A FAMILY FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN EVENT WILL STILL BE HELD NIGHTLY IN OCTOBER.
18-hole mini golf course is full of spooky decorations, Spooktacular Golf is fun for the whole family. Admission is the standard golf rate: Adults: $9.99/Kids: $7.99
This Labor Day Weekend: September 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 2018
Activities will include Free street entertainment and gunfight skits from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Come in your best Gunslinger or Saloon Lady attire, because there is an 1880's costume contest on Sunday 9/2/18 around 1:00 PM following the Showdown at Territorial Days Parade.
While you are enjoying the festivities you can be hung or have some hung at the Hanging scaffold, makes a great photo memory oppurtunity.
They will also be raffling off a single .44 caliber black power pistol and display case. Tickets will be on sale for $1.00 or 6 chances for $5.00. The drawing will be held about 3:30 PM on Monday September 3rd.
For more information and a schedule of events, visit the Tombstone Vigilantes website.
Every October since 2003, the Adventuredome Theme Park has changed into Fright Dome, a Halloween-themed theme park.
However this longtime Halloween tradition will not be happening at Circus Circus Hotel & Resort Casino this year. Sadly it will not happen at all this year.
Circus Circus has not released a reason.
Egan Productions, which produces the Fright Dome event, did release a statement that ultimately gives hope of finding a new venue for the 2019 Halloween Season: "We look forward to many successful Halloween events in the future.".
"Circus Circus has informed Egan Productions that it will not move forward with Fright Dome for 2018. While we regret this bad news, we are grateful to the people of Las Vegas for supporting Fright Dome over the past fifteen years. We look forward to many successful Halloween events in the future."
-Egan Productions
Jurassic Park Ride Closing & Transformation into Jurassic World Ride
🦖 Universal Studios Hollywood Announces Major Jurassic Park Ride Update
On May 10, 2018, Universal Studios Hollywood revealed that the beloved Jurassic Park: The Ride would close on September 3, 2018, to undergo a nine-month-long renovation. The revamped attraction is set to reopen as the Jurassic World Ride, bringing new technology, unseen dinosaurs, and an even more immersive experience.
What Was Jurassic Park: The Ride?
📅 Opened: June 21, 1996 🌊 Type: Water-based thrill ride 📖 Inspired by: Michael Crichton's novel & Steven Spielberg's blockbuster film
Guests boarded a boat to journey through a prehistoric world, encountering life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, before the adventure turned into a thrilling escape from a rampaging T-Rex. While the ride has remained a fan-favorite, aging animatronics and technological advancements have led to this highly anticipated transformation.
What to Expect from the New Jurassic World Ride?
Park officials promise a “whole new experience” with the introduction of:
🦖 New, Previously Unseen Dinosaurs – Expect lifelike creatures straight from the Jurassic World films.
🌊 State-of-the-Art Effects – Enhanced animatronics, water effects, and immersive storytelling.
🎢 A Tribute to Jurassic Park – While updated, the ride will still honor the legacy of the original attraction.
Why This Update is Exciting
🔥 More Immersive Experience – Cutting-edge technology will elevate the thrill factor.
🎥 Ties into the Jurassic World Franchise – Fans of Jurassic World & Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom will love the updated storyline and new creatures.
🏆 One of Universal’s Most Popular Attractions – A must-visit ride for theme park and dinosaur fans alike.
📅 Ride Closure Date: September 3, 2018 📅 Expected Reopening: Summer 2019 📍 Location: Universal Studios Hollywood
🦕 Prepare for an Adventure 65 Million Years in the Making – Jurassic World Ride is Coming Soon!
Halloween Horror Nights officially launched at Universal Studios Hollywood October 9, 1997, it ran through the 2000 Halloween season and then returned in Halloween 2006. It has continued since.
Last year was my first year and I can not wait to return this year, with my kids this time.
Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2017: Prepare for what is promoted as the scariest and most intense Halloween event in Southern California (100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608) and is created by the same minds and studio that bring many of your favorite blockbuster horror films.This year Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights features 8 terrifying mazes based on some of the most frightening television shows and movies.
The Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2017 line up includes The Walking Dead, Ash vs Evil Dead, Titans of Terror (Leatherface, Jason Voorhees and Freddy Krueger), the Roanoke chapter of FX's American Horror Story and Stanley Kubrick's The Shining. The one I am looking forward to SAW: The Games of Jigsaw and others still to be announced.
Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Night 2017 hours and dates of operation: September 15th through November 4th 2017 Hours: 7:00pm - 2:00am Terror Tram line closes at 11:15 p.m. on Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays and at 11:45 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and on Halloween.
Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2017 ticket prices and admission varies based on day and type of tickets purchased.
RIP Tour: Unlimited Front of Line, gourmet buffet dining, guided walking tour, valet parking. R.I.P. Tour $269-319
Front Of the Line Ticket: Cut to the front one time at each maze, show, ride and Terror Tram.
Front of Line Ticket $169-219
Day Night Combo: Enjoy The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and more during the day and Halloween Horror Nights that night!
General Admission tickets $95-115
Front of Line $199-245
Universal Studios Hollywood 2017 Halloween Horror Nights Houses, Mazes, Scare Zones and Terror Tram:
SAW: The Games of Jigsaw
The SAW series is one of the highest grossing horror franchises of all time and this maze will bring his twisted traps to life. It might also feature a bit of a sneak peek at the upcoming eighth SAW film (Jigsaw, in theaters Oct. 27 2017). This maze will test you as you come face-to-face with mastermind Jigsaw and his collection of infamous traps.
The film franchise revolves around John Kramer, AKA the "Jigsaw Killer" or "Jigsaw". He was introduced only briefly in initial Saw movie and his character was developed in more detail in Saw II. Jigsaw traps them in situations that he calls "tests" or "games" to test their will to live through physical and psychological torture, rather than killing his victims outright.
American Horror Story: Roanoke
There is an isolated farmhouse Deep in the backwoods of North Carolina that will allow you to witness its centuries of horror. Legend says this house was built close to the site of the infamous "Lost Colony of Roanoke", an English settlement that mysteriously vanished back in the late 1500's.
The Shining
Welcome to The Overlook Hotel, an isolated century old hotel with a tragic history of murder and madness. During the harsh Colorado winter Jack Torrance a writer and former teacher who has agreed to be the caretaker for The Overlook Hotel. Be there to experience his descent into madness that will put his family and yours in grave danger as Jack slowly gets more violent and angry. See if Danny can use his special talent, the "Shining", to inform your group what is going on in the hotel before it is too late.
Ash vs Evil Dead
Witness an epic battle between the chainsaw-wielding Ash Williams and the Deadites in Ash vs Evil Dead.
Titans of Terror
Fall victim to some of the most deplorable slashers and killers in film history who need no introduction. See Leatherface (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre) wielding his chainsaw, Jason Voorhees (Friday the 13th) with his machete, and Freddy Krueger (A Nightmare on Elm Street) with his trademark glove.
Enter AMC's vision of a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies "The Walking Dead", presented by Universal Studios Hollywood. A fully immersive navigation through a world overrun by hungry walkers (you can call them biters if you want). This attraction is available year round, so make sure you get the other mazes done first.
The Titans of Terror Tram will be hosted by Good Guy Doll Chucky. You will be transported into a nightmare of carnage pitting you against the same characters you escaped from in the Titans of Terror Maze, you will be led by infamous serial killer doll Chucky as you navigate a portion of the world-famous back-lot.
As usual the Terror Tram includes being dropped off near the Bates Motel set from Psycho where you can get a picture with Norman Bates.
Scare Zones
Halloween Horror Nights 4 was the first year to introduce the scare zones. These are specific outdoor areas that feature themed costumed characters intent of scaring people who walk through the areas, it is necessary to travel through these scare zones to get to certain areas of the park.
Urban Inferno
Encounter Burnt Lost Souls, Half-Goat Executioners, Mad Monks, Blacksmiths Forging the chains of Purgatory and demons including the towering King and Queen.
Hell o ween
Witches, ghosts, vampires, werewolves and zombie children have come out to roam New York Street in celebration of Halloween.
Toxic Tunnel
Utility workers were doing repairs inside the tunnel and accidentally burst a pipe with toxic gas, everyone has been infected by the gas and turned into zombie-like sub-humanoids.
Rides
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, Studio Tour and other select attractions will not be open during Halloween Horror Nights. To experience all our daytime attractions, check out our Day/Night Combo Ticket.
Some rides that will be open are:
Transformers™
Jurassic Park™
The Simpsons™
Revenge of the Mummy™
Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood R.I.P. Tour: The Ultimate VIP Experience
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood is one of the most popular Halloween events in Los Angeles, packed with terrifying mazes, scare zones, and thrilling attractions. If you don’t have Front of the Line Passes, expect to spend a significant portion of your night waiting in long lines—which means you may not get to experience everything. (See my HHN survival guide)
How to Skip the Long Lines at Halloween Horror Nights
Many visitors opt for the Front of the Line Pass, which costs $169 to $219 per person depending on the night. However, this pass only allows one-time front-of-the-line access per maze—and doesn’t cover parking or dinner. (compare to Knott's Scary Farm)
For a next-level horror experience, consider the R.I.P. Tour, a premium VIP package that offers unlimited front-of-the-line access and exclusive perks.
What’s Included in the R.I.P. Tour?
💀 Cost: $269 - $319 per person (varies by night)
🔥 R.I.P. Tour Perks:
🎟️ Universal Studios Hollywood Admission ($169 - $219 value)
🚗 Front Gate Valet Parking ($50 value)
🍽️ Dinner & Two Drinks (21+) ($50 value)
🎭 Unlimited Front-of-the-Line Access to all mazes and rides
👻 Guided Walking Tour of Halloween Horror Nights
🎟️ Reserved VIP Seating at Jabbawockeez Show
Is the R.I.P. Tour Worth It?
If you calculate the costs—Admission, Front of the Line Pass, Parking (Frankenstein Lot Rate), and Dinner—you’ll find that the R.I.P. Tour offers unbeatable value, with exclusive VIP perks included at no extra cost.
For a family of four, this experience costs $1,076 - $1,276, which isn’t within everyone’s budget. However, if you’re a die-hard horror fan who wants to experience every haunted maze and attraction with zero wait times, this VIP horror night is worth every penny.
🎟️ Book Your R.I.P. Tour Now!
Halloween Horror Nights sells out fast, and R.I.P. Tour slots are limited. If you want to experience Hollywood’s scariest event without the long lines, secure your R.I.P. Tour tickets today!
🔥 Don’t miss out—prepare for the horror of a lifetime!
This really is a pretty good family time, especially with younger children. I suggest paying the additional cost for the spooky train ride as well. Starts: October 5, 2017 Ends:October 29, 2017 Place:24610 S. Rittenhouse road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Hours: Every Thursday – Sunday in October beginning October 5th, October 29th is the last day. Thursdays 10am - 9pm Fridays & Saturdays 10am - 10pm Sundays 10am - 9pm
Regular Admission:$20.00 (includes tax) at the gate Discount Tickets:$15.00 at any FRY’S beginning September 14th Children 2 & under:Free
Admission Includes:
Hayrides
Roller coaster
Swinging lady bugz
Honeybee adventure
Flying farmers ride
Carousel rides
Jumping pillows
Petting zoo
Cornhole games
Country road rally
Rock climbing wall
Miniature golf
Bonfires
Marshmallow roasting
4 acre corn maze
10 acre corn maze
Forest ZIP LINE
Lil Farmers Play Yard
Mountain Slides
Entertainment:
Extreme Canine Dog Show
BMX Show
GYPSY Time Travelers
Pumpkin Launch
Fireworks (Friday & Saturday nights)
Country Air
Farmhouse museum
Hillbilly Bob’s Pig Races
Admission Does NOT include:
Train Rides: $3 during the day $5 for the Spooky train ride beginning at 6:30
Food: $4-$16 for a full dinner
Pumpkins: Sold by the size $3, $6, $9, $12, $15
Main Grill Menu
Chili Dinner: Bowl of Chili, Grilled Corn on the Cob, Home made Corn Bread, Fudge oreo Brownie and drink – $13.00 incl tax
Chili & Chicken Dinner: Bowl of chili, Grilled chicken breast, roasted corn on the cob, corn bread, fudge Oreo brownie & drink – $16.00 inc tax
Hot dog Dinner: All beef hot dog, bag of Chips, Oreo Brownie and Drink $7.00
Chili Dog Dinner: Chili Dog, Corn on the cob, chips, Oreo brownie & drink $12.00
Farm Grill Menu
Succotash:sweet onions, peppers, sweet corn. okra, garden squash, potatoes grilled on our custom 20’griddles. Bowl $11.00 (Add chicken is $3)
Grilled Pizza: Margarita (cheese with fresh basil) or pepperoni $10.00
Burger Shack Menu
Hamburger or Cheeseburger Meal:Burgers, Chips, Brownie & Drink $10.00 (comes with fresh lettuce, tomato)
Hot Dog Dinner: Hot dog, Chips, Brownie & drink $7.00
Height requirements of at least 42" to experience mazes.
Celebrating its 15th Anniversary in 2017 it is one of the top haunted attractions in the nation, this terrifying experience has been making people scream since 2003.
HAUNTED HOUSES
Lights Out
Zombie City
Chainsaw Massacre
Hex
Happy Hellidays
Killer Clowns in 4D
SCARE ZONES
Infectious Point
Marionette Madness
New World Disorder
Clown Havoc
4D THEATER
Horror fans will experience another dimension of terror in Friday the 13th™ 4-D
👻 Which Haunted House in Phoenix Delivers the Best Scares?
If you’re looking for the best haunted house experience in Phoenix, two names stand out: 13th Floor Haunted House and Fear Farm. Both offer terrifying attractions, immersive sets, and spine-chilling special events, but which one is worth your time and money?
In this guide, I’ll break down ticket prices, attractions, scare factor, and overall experience to help you decide which Phoenix haunted attraction is right for you.
📍 Address: 2814 W Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053 📞 Phone: (602) 456-2250 🎟️ Admission: Prices vary by date: $26.99, $29.99 & $33.99 (+tax) 🗓️ Operating Dates: September 29 – October 31, 2023 🚨 Special Event: BLACKOUT (November 4th) – One Night Only!
🔥 What to Expect at 13th Floor Haunted House
Highly detailed, Hollywood-style sets inside a massive indoor building.
Animatronics, special effects, and immersive props that outshine Fear Farm.
Dancing mummies & entertainment to keep you occupied while waiting in line.
⚠️ My Recommendations:
Buy your tickets online in advance to avoid waiting in multiple lines.
Consider front-of-line access if you don’t want to wait for hours.
Prepare for REAL scares – This is one of the scariest haunted houses in Phoenix!
Those who enjoy outdoor haunted attractions & corn mazes
Wait Times
Long lines – Get front-of-line pass if possible
Multiple haunted houses = Faster lines
Special Effects
Hollywood-style animatronics, lighting & sound
More natural & farm-themed
Best Special Event
BLACKOUT – Haunted house in TOTAL DARKNESS
BLOOD HARVEST – Haunted corn maze with no lights
Price & Value
A bit more expensive, but worth it for the scares
Best if you love variety & open-air attractions
🚀 My Verdict:
If you want the SCARIEST haunted house in Phoenix, choose 13th Floor.
If you prefer an outdoor haunted farm experience with variety, go to Fear Farm.
👻 Looking for the ultimate scare? Try BOTH!
📌 Final Thoughts – Which Haunted Attraction Should You Visit?
13th Floor Haunted House is the undisputed winner for fear factor. If you want high-intensity scares, Hollywood-level props, and realistic haunted house experiences, this is your best bet.
Fear Farm, on the other hand, is great for groups who prefer open-air haunted attractions, corn mazes, and haunted hayrides. While less scary overall, it offers a unique rural horror vibe that 13th Floor doesn’t have.
🔥 For the ultimate Halloween experience in Phoenix, visit BOTH attractions!
📢 Have you been to 13th Floor or Fear Farm? Drop your reviews in the comments below!
Get ready to trick-or-treat at this not so scary event on select nights in September and October 2017. The Anaheim, CA Disneyland Halloween event features Trick-or-Treating, a Halloween Parade, spectacular fireworks, and photo ops with some popular Disney Villains.
Sold Out: Tickets for this event are no longer available for online purchase.
Purchase of a separate event admission ticket is required to join the Halloween fun.
(NEW in 2017) Your ticket lets you enjoy both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park for up to 3 hours before Mickey’s Halloween Party starts.
Then you’ll be treated to 5 hours of Trick or Treating fun at Disneyland Park with Halloween themed attractions, Character Greetings, fireworks, the Ride of the Headless Horseman and more.
Ride of the Headless Horseman: The haunted herald leads a Frightfully Fun Parade down Disney's Main Street, U.S.A..
Halloween Screams: Fireworks celebration.
Trick-or-treat stations: Offer a safe and fun environment to Trick Or Treat for candy and healthy goodies (loved the apple crisps treats when went).
Meet Disney Villains: A chance to meet, greet and pose with some Disney Characters decked out in Halloween costumes.
Watch the zombie barbershop quartet perform a host of spook-tacular hits. Ghosts ‘n’ Guests alike can sing.
From September 15, 2017 through early January 2018, the Haunted Mansion will be transformed with jack o’ lanterns and wreaths, terrifying toys and kooky characters from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.
New for Mickey’s 2017 Halloween Party: Souvenir Disney PhotoPass photos taken during the event.
Trick-or-Treating at Mickey’s Halloween Party
At Mickey’s Halloween Party, you’ll be handed a small souvenir treat bag to collect your night’s candy collection. Use a special map or the Disneyland app and follow along designated Treat Trails to locate the trick-or-treat stations and claim your Halloween treats, no costume required.
Disneyland Halloween Parade
The Headless Horseman will rise from the shadowy depths of Sleepy Hollow this Halloween Season as he holds a flickering jack-o-lantern to lead a procession of Halloween festive friends down Main Street, U.S.A..
Mickey’s Halloween Party Dates and Times
6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Friday, September 22, 2017
Monday, September 25, 2017
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Friday, September 29, 2017
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Friday, October 6, 2017
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Friday, October 13, 2017
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Friday, October 20, 2017
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Friday, October 27, 2017
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2017
If you’re a horror fan looking for the ultimate Halloween experience, Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2017 is the must-visit haunted event in California. With movie-quality haunted houses, terrifying mazes, scare zones, and the infamous Terror Tram, it’s a spine-chilling adventure you don’t want to miss.
This Halloween Horror Nights survival guide covers ticket prices, crowd tips, must-see mazes, showtimes, and insider hacks to help you maximize your experience and avoid long wait times.
One of the most terrifying parts of Universal's Halloween Horror Nights
is the fear of not getting to experience all of the mazes due to long
lines. So here are some tips.
🗓️ Halloween Horror Nights 2017 – Dates & Best Times to Visit
📍 Location: Universal Studios Hollywood, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608 🎟️ Event Dates: Select nights from September 15 – November 4, 2017 ⏳ Event Hours:7:00 PM – 2:00 AM (Arrive by 5:00 PM for early entry)
📅 Least Crowded Days to Visit:
✅ Best days to go: Sundays & Thursdays (lowest crowds & cheaper tickets). ✅ Best month to go:September & early November (discounted tickets & fewer visitors).
🚫 Peak Nights to Avoid:
❌ Most crowded nights: October 7, 14, 21, 27, 28, 29, 31 ❌ Saturdays & Fridays – Expect maximum crowds & highest ticket prices.
Halloween Horror Nights requires a separate ticket from regular park admission.
👻 General Admission Tickets
💰 Price Range:$65 – $95 🕰️ Includes: Admission to all haunted houses, scare zones & rides.
🎟️ Front of Line Pass (Express Pass)
💰 Price Range:$169 – $219 ✅ Skip the line ONCE per maze/ride – Highly recommended for crowded nights. ⚠️ Limited availability – Sell out FAST! Buy in advance.
🎫 Day/Night Combo Ticket
💰 Price Range:$95 – $139 (General Admission) | $199 – $259 (Front of Line) 🌞 Enter Universal Studios at 2:00 PM, explore daytime attractions, then stay for Halloween Horror Nights. 🚨 Must-see before 5 PM: Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem (CLOSED at night).
Universal Studios is famous for movie-themed haunted houses that bring iconic horror films to life.
👹 2017 Haunted Maze Lineup:
🎥 The Shining – Experience Jack Torrance’s madness in the Overlook Hotel. ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) 🔪 SAW: The Games of Jigsaw – Face twisted traps straight from the SAW movies. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 – Best maze!) 👻 Insidious: Beyond the Further – A psychological horror experience. ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) 🧛 American Horror Story: Roanoke – Inspired by the AHS Roanoke season. ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5) ⚔️ Titans of Terror – Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, Leatherface & Chucky all in one maze! ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) 🧟 The Walking Dead – Year-round attraction, do this last. ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5) 🧙 Ash Vs. Evil Dead – A mix of comedy & horror. ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (2/5 – Least scary maze) 🧛 The Horrors of Blumhouse – Features The Purge, Sinister & Happy Death Day. ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5)
📢 Pro Tip: Start at the Lower Lot first—mazes fill up fast.
😈 Scare Zones – Where You Can’t Escape the Fear
Universal Studios Hollywood has three terrifying scare zones.
🔥 Urban Inferno – Hellfire & demonic creatures. 🎃 Hell-O-Ween – A twisted Halloween-themed nightmare. ☣️ Toxic Tunnel – Radioactive mutants in an underground tunnel.
🚨 Warning: There’s no safe zone at Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights—monsters can chase you anywhere!
🚌 Terror Tram – Titans of Terror Take Over the Backlot!
🔪 Hosted by Chucky, featuring Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees & Leatherface. ⏳ Experience time: ~1 hour (not recommended as first attraction). 🚨 Last ride times:11:15 PM (Sun-Thurs) | 11:45 PM (Fri, Sat, Halloween Night).
📢 Pro Tip: Visit the Terror Tram later in the night when wait times drop.
🎤 Halloween Horror Nights Show – Jabbawockeez
🔥 Jabbawockeez Dance Show – High-energy dance, music, and visual effects. ❌ Skip this show if you’re short on time—focus on the mazes first!
🎡 Open Rides During Halloween Horror Nights
✅ OPEN RIDES:
Jurassic Park: In the Dark
Transformers 3D
Revenge of the Mummy
The Simpsons Ride
🚨 CLOSED RIDES: Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Minion Mayhem, Studio Tour.
📢 Pro Tip:Do NOT waste time on rides until you’ve finished the haunted houses!
🚗 Parking at Universal Studios During Halloween Horror Nights
💰 Parking Costs:
General Parking: $25 before 6 PM, $10 after.
Preferred Parking: $35
Front Gate Parking: $50
🚶 Walking Distance From Parking Lots:
Curious George & E.T. Garages – 15-20 min walk (General Parking).
Jurassic Park & Woody Woodpecker – 8-10 min walk (Preferred Parking).
Frankenstein Garage – 5 min walk (Front Gate Parking).
📢 Pro Tip:Arrive early to park closer & avoid long walks late at night!
📌 Final Halloween Horror Nights Survival Tips
✔️ Arrive by 5 PM for early entry. ✔️ Start with Lower Lot Mazes before moving to Upper Lot. ✔️ Buy Front of Line Pass if visiting on a busy night. ✔️ Skip rides until after haunted houses. ✔️ Wear comfortable shoes – You’ll be walking a LOT. ✔️ Stay hydrated & eat before you arrive (no outside food allowed).
🔥 Don’t Miss Universal Studios Hollywood’s Biggest Halloween Event!
Halloween Horror Nights 2017 is one of the best Halloween events in California! Whether you're a horror movie fan, thrill-seeker, or just love a good scare, Universal Studios delivers an unforgettable Halloween experience.
👻 What’s your favorite haunted house at Halloween Horror Nights? Let us know in the comments below!
Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2017 just released the last 2 Haunted Maze themes! All 4 Chapters of Insidious are coming to Halloween Horror Nights as well as the Horrors of Blumhouse which is a combination of 3 films: The Purge, Sinister, and the soon to be released Happy Death Day.
Insidious: Beyond the Further
This Haunted House is based on all 4 films in the Insidious franchise, including the upcoming "Insidious: The Last Key". I have personally never seen the movies. So for those of you in the same boat, here is a short synopsis of the movies:
Chapter 1: A family is in search of help for their son (Dalton) who fell into a coma after a mysterious incident in the attic, there is much more to this endless sleep than meets the eye.
Chapter 2: The haunted Lambert family seeks to uncover the mysterious childhood secret that left them dangerously connected to the spirit world.
Chapter 3: A prequel set before the haunting of the Lambert family that reveals how gifted psychic Elise Rainier reluctantly agrees to use her ability to contact the dead to help a teenage girl in danger from a supernatural entity.
This maze takes you deep inside the past of Dr. Elise Rainer, a brilliant parapsychologist from the 3rd movie. The story of this maze includes some story from her childhood when her paranormal abilities first emerged and takes you through her mother's untimely death by a demonic entity.
Find yourself troubled by the same evil supernatural spirits Elise spent a lifetime with. Go on an ominous journey back in time to experience the depraved and intimidating beings that have tormented Dr. Rainer since the 1950s.
The last maze to be announced for Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2017 is...
The Horrors of Blumhouse
Get ready for three of Blumhouse Productions' films in one twisted and bone chilling experience. Be face-to-face with the some of the iconic scenes from the blockbuster movie 'The Purge' franchise as well as Sinister film series and the soon to be released Happy Death Day (Release date: October 13, 2017).
Attempt to survive Halloween Horror Nights while you face The Purge in a depraved world where all crime is declared legal in the government's annually sanctioned 12-hour cleansing of society. Join in on a sneak peek of what is described as a living trailer for Happy Death Day where you will encounter the déjà vu scenario and be forced to relive the last day of your lives over and over again while trying to escape a mysterious masked killer. Then encounter an ancient pagan deity, Sinister who is determined to trap you for eternity in a sordid shadow world of the dead.
