Pumpkin & Chili Party - Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek AZ

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
• Pulled Pork Meal: Pulled pork sandwich, Chips, cole slaw, Brownie & drink $12.00

Fright Dome - 2017 - Circus Circus - Las Vegas Nevada

Fright Dome is taking over The Circus Circus Adventuredome in Las Vegas the entire month of October.

• Fright Dome features 250,000 'scare' feet of fear.
• Six new haunted houses and four all new scare zones
• 4-D Panic House 
• Thrill Rides and Attractions
• Live shows and much more. 

Spread throughout five acres, this haunted house and theme park attraction features dark, fog-filled attractions with ghoulish scare actors.

Hours of Operation: 7pm – Midnight
Address: 2880 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Phone: (800) 634-3450

Buy Tickets - Prices From: 

• Prices vary depending on day.
• General Admission - $37.95, $41.95, $49.95
• Fast Pass - $57.95, $61.95, $69.95
• VIP Tour - $89.95, $99.95
• Private Tour - $139.95, $149.95

Restrictions:

• Not recommended for children 12 and under. 
• 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

RIDES & ATTRACTIONS

• Midway Games 
• Arcade 
• Highway 66 
• Canyon Blaster 
• El Loco 
• Canyon Cars 
• Sand Pirates
• Disk’O 
• Inverter 
• Sling Shot
• Chaos

Halloween Review - Knott's Scary Farm VS Halloween Horror Nights

Knott's Scary Farm at Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park   

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Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood

👻 Which Haunted Theme Park Is Worth Your Money?

This past weekend, my daughters and I experienced both Knott’s Scary Farm and Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights, and I want to share my first-hand comparison of these two top Southern California Halloween attractions.

From ticket prices and haunted houses to scare zones and overall experience, here’s everything you need to know before choosing the best Halloween event for you and your family!                                                                                                                                                                                                  

🎟️ Price Comparison – Which Offers the Best Value?

🎬 Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights – Cost & Hidden Fees

💰 Total Cost Per Person: $229 (After 2 PM Day/Night Combo Front-of-Line Pass)

❌ Cons:

• Front-of-line access doesn’t start until 7 PM, meaning you wait in lines from 2 PM to 7 PM.
• Does NOT include parking – Costs $25-$50 (we paid $35 for preferred parking).
• No food included – You’ll need to eat before arriving or pay high park prices.
• Front-of-line pass is one-time use per attraction – No re-entry for favorites.
• Total for 3 people: $779 (excluding food costs).
• Upgrade to the R.I.P. Tour: Another $100 per person.

🎢 Knott’s Scary Farm – Cost & Benefits

💰 Total Cost Per Person: $153.99 (All-Inclusive Scary Farm Pass)

✅ Pros:

• Unlimited front-of-line access from 6 PM until closing.
• Includes FREE parking ($18 value).
• Includes FREE Boo-fet dinner ($28.99 value) with monsters for entertainment.
• Unlimited re-entry to haunted houses and rides.
• Total for 3 people: $461.97 (including parking, food, and admission).

🔥 Verdict: Knott’s Scary Farm offers more value for less money. The included dinner, free parking, and unlimited front-of-line access make it a far better deal compared to Halloween Horror Nights.

👀 Haunted Houses & Attractions – Which Delivers More Scares?

🎬 Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights (2023 Lineup)

👻 Haunted Houses (8 total):

• American Horror Story: Roanoke – 3/5 ⭐
• The Shining – 3/5 ⭐ (Good, but not as impressive as expected).
• SAW: The Games of Jigsaw – 5/5 ⭐ (Best maze—immersive and intense).
• Ash vs Evil Dead – 1/5 ⭐ (Lacked creativity and wasn’t scary).
• Insidious: Beyond the Further – 3/5 ⭐
• Titans of Terror – 4/5 ⭐
• The Horrors of Blumhouse – 3/5 ⭐ (Purge, Sinister, Happy Death Day).
• Terror Tram (Bates Motel & Friday the 13th theme) – 3/5 ⭐

🎡 Rides Open: Transformers, Jurassic Park, The Simpsons, The Mummy.

⚠️ Disappointments:

• Too many people at once – Actors couldn’t reset between scares.
• Costumes & makeup felt rushed – You could see actors' real necks under masks.
• Less attention to detail than previous years – 2016’s Krampus maze was far superior.

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🎢 Knott’s Scary Farm (2023 Lineup)

👻 Haunted Houses (10 total, including Timber Mountain Log Ride transformation):

• Dark Ride – 5/5 ⭐ (Creepy abandoned amusement park theme).
• Paranormal Inc. – 5/5 ⭐ (Great intro sequence).
• Pumpkin Eater – 5/5 ⭐ (Surprise scare element that stops people in their tracks).
• Shadow Lands – 5/5 ⭐ (Hard to find entrance, but solid maze).
• Special Ops: Infected – 5/5 ⭐ (Interactive laser tag against zombies!)
• The Red Barn – 4/5 ⭐
• The Tooth Fairy – 4/5 ⭐ (Dark and disturbing theme).
• Trick or Treat: Lights Out – 5/5 ⭐ (Interactive flashlight maze that dies out).
• Voodoo – 5/5 ⭐ (Only maze that made me physically jump!).

🎡 Rides Open: 10 total (with priority front-of-line access).

🔥 Verdict: Knott’s Scary Farm wins again. The mazes were more immersive, scarier, and had more hidden passageways for scare actors to interact with guests.

🎭 Overall Experience & Final Verdict

Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights

🎥 Movie-Themed Mazes – Great for fans of horror films, but execution felt rushed.
💰 Overpriced – Too expensive for what you get.
🚶‍♂️ Long Waits Even with Front-of-Line Pass – No re-entry to haunted houses.

⭐ Final Rating: 3/5 ⭐

Knott’s Scary Farm

🎃 More Attractions – More haunted houses, scare zones, and rides.
💵 Better Value – Lower cost, free food, and unlimited front-of-line access.
😱 Scarier Experience – More effort in costumes, themes, and scare tactics.

⭐ Final Rating: 5/5 ⭐

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🧐 Knott’s Scary Farm vs. Halloween Horror Nights – Which Should You Choose?

👉 Choose Halloween Horror Nights if:
✔️ You’re a die-hard horror movie fan.
✔️ You want to see movie-accurate sets and characters.
✔️ You’re okay with paying more for a shorter experience.

👉 Choose Knott’s Scary Farm if:
✔️ You want more haunted houses & better scare zones.
✔️ You want unlimited front-of-line access to houses and rides.
✔️ You want a full Halloween experience for a lower price.

🔥 Winner: Knott’s Scary Farm! 🔥

For less money, more attractions, better scares, and unlimited front-of-line access, Knott’s Scary Farm outshines Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights.

Check out other Haunted houses around the country!

Fear Farm VS 13th Floor - Arizona Haunted House Review

👻 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.

🎃 13th Floor Haunted House – Phoenix’s Ultimate Indoor Horror Experience

📍 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!

🌽 Fear Farm – Phoenix’s Iconic Haunted Corn Maze & Hayride

📍 Address: 2209 N 99th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85037
📞 Phone: (623) 866-5378
🎟️ Admission: Prices vary by date: $26.99, $29.99 & $33.99 (+tax)
🗓️ Operating Dates: September 22 – October 31, 2023
🎃 Special Event: BLOOD HARVEST (November 3 & 4) – Experience Fear Farm in the Dark!

🔥 What to Expect at Fear Farm

• 5 Haunted Houses + A Massive Corn Maze spread over acres of farmland.
• Phoenix Haunted Hayride: Add $10 to experience a 10-acre haunted tractor ride.
• Friday the 13th Fest (October 13th) – Includes themed actors, giveaways, and more!

⚠️ My Recommendations:

• Skip front-of-line passes – Separate lines for each house reduce wait times naturally.
• Go on a weeknight or early in the season for shorter lines and better value.
• Expect loud chainsaws and lots of screaming actors, but less jump scares compared to 13th Floor.

🎭 Special Events – Which Haunted Attraction Has the Best Experience?

🔦 13th Floor’s BLACKOUT Event (November 4th) – Total Darkness!

• One night only! Navigate the haunted house with just one glowstick per group.
• The monsters have night vision – they see you, but you can’t see them!
• Perfect for thrill-seekers looking for an extra terrifying experience.

🌽 Fear Farm’s BLOOD HARVEST (November 3 & 4) – Haunted Corn Maze

• Explore acres of cornfield with only a glowstick and the moonlight to guide you.
• Back to Fear Farm’s original horror roots – More natural scares, fewer animatronics.
• If you love the classic haunted farm experience, this is a must-try.

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🆚 13th Floor vs. Fear Farm – Which One Should You Choose?

Feature	13th Floor Haunted House	Fear Farm
Scare Level	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (High-intensity jump scares, immersive sets)	⭐⭐⭐ (More atmospheric but predictable scares)
Best For	Horror fans who love detailed sets & animatronics	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!

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📌 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!