Friday, November 22, 2019

Lights at the Farm - Vertuccio Farms' Christmas Celebration

Visit the 2019 Lights at the Farm - Vertuccio Farms' Holiday Lights Celebration!

Join Vertuccio Farms for a one of a kind Holiday Experience: Make Lights at the Farm a family Tradition.

Unlike many of the Christmas light attractions, this event is walk through rather than drive through.

Vertuccio Farms has decked the farm with 2 million brilliant and dazzling lights and light displays to create a unique Christmas walk through light show for your family. Each display is synchronized to a variety of Christmas songs and carols that will have you singing along.

Parking is Free.

A typical stroll through the giant 10 acres display will take about an hour. All walk through areas are handicap accessible.

Lights at the Farm is Arizona's largest Walk-thru Christmas Light show, with over 2 million LED lights and scenic displays. The operation is ran by over 12,000 computer channels synchronizing the displays to time honored christmas music.

See the Tunnel of Lights and the 30’ tall Christmas Tree. Taking pictures is encouraged. Immerse yourself and your family in the Giant Holiday Ornaments



Hot and cold drinks and snacks are available for purchase to enjoy during your stroll. They accept cash and Visa/MC. Outside food and drink are allowed (no alcohol).

Friendly pets on leashes are welcomed.

Opening Night November 22nd

Dates of Operation:

Open: November 22nd through January 10th
Closed: November 28th, December 24th, 25th and 31st

Hours:

Sun-Thurs 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Fri and Sat 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm

Ages 2 years and under free
Online Ticket Price: $10 per person Tickets on sale now
At Gate Ticket Price: $12 per person, last admission sold 1 hour before closing.

Take photos with Santa (December 7th, 8th, 14th-23rd) and while you write your Christmas Wish List you can show your appreciation for our Military by writing a ‘Thank You Letter’ that they will deliver to the troops.

There is Christmas Craft Kid's Events held every Monday Night from November 25th through January 6th

Skate on the Holiday Skating Rink.



No smoking or vaping allowed at farm


http://lightsatthefarm.com
Phone: (480) 882-1482
Address: 4011 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212


Wednesday, November 20, 2019

Glendale Arizona Holiday Festivities - World Of Illumination

World of Illumination, the drive thru Holiday light show (previously called Illumination Symphony of Light) is moving it's north Phoenix location to the Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale this year.

The owners, Yakir Urman and Simon Kreisberger, claim it is the world's largest drive through holiday animated light show in Arizona. Christmas in Color which was located in Goodyear last season has chosen not to return to Arizona stating "We had a great time in Arizona but we will be focusing our efforts in our other locations.".

The World of Illumination event will be nightly from November 20th to January 5th at 6797 N 93rd Ave. Tickets are available online for $22.99 per vehicle for Monday through Thursday, and $32.99 per vehicle for Friday through Sunday and holidays. Tickets purchased at the gate are $40.

Tickets at Costco are 19.99 and 29.99.

If you are not on the West side of the Valley: There is a second World of Illumination drive thru lights location at the Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W. Alameda Drive. As well as Lights at the Farm walk thru light show located at Vertuccio Farms, 4011 S Power Rd, in Mesa.

World of Illumination will have nearly 2 million lights fully-synchronized to holiday music and a 36-foot-tall animated snowman in Glendale.



The event will take place five miles from the free event in downtown Glendale, where every year the city hosts Glendale Glitters, a display of holiday lights strung across 16 blocks with a kick-off festival during Thanksgiving weekend.

In contrast to Glendale Glitters and Christmas at Westgate, World of Illumination is a good option for families with smaller children or people with mobility concerns, because you stay in your car. The show takes about 25 minutes to drive through.

World of Illumination can be seen as an extension to Westgate's festive holiday atmosphere and complements the walking events at the district which include a free Horse-drawn carriage ride from November 29th to December 21st.



Westgate's holiday events also include a tree lighting ceremony at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26 and there are Photos with Santa from November 26th to December 24th. It is free to attend.

Glendale Glitters will kick off with a festival on November 29th & 30th in the downtown area, near 58th Ave and Glendale ave. Visitors can expect holiday entertainment, food, fake snow and Santa Claus. It is free to attend.



The city will switch the lights on at 5:30 p.m. Friday, November 29th. The lights will be up nightly until Jan. 11, so visitors can experience the light show without the festival crowds.



Saturday, October 12, 2019

🎈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.


Saturday, September 28, 2019

Which is Scarier: 13th Floor VS Fear Farm

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

πŸ‘» Get Ready for a Terrifying Experience at 13th Floor Phoenix!

πŸ“ 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

  • πŸŽƒ 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.

  • πŸ“Έ 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.

πŸ‘» Dare to enter? The 13th Floor Haunted House is waiting!


Fear Farm – Phoenix’s Ultimate Haunted Attraction

πŸŽƒ Experience the Thrills & Chills of Fear Farm

πŸ“ 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

πŸ‘» Featured Mazes:

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

  • πŸ”ͺ Slaughterhouse – Enter at your own risk and witness pure carnage.

  • πŸŽƒ 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.

πŸŽƒ 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.

πŸ‘» 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!