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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
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?
💰 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?
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 ⭐
🧐 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.
