Friday the 13th Memes – 2015
Since it’s that time of year, we wanted to share a few Friday the 13th memes with you. A couple of originals, and a few oldie, but goodies. One of these things is not like the other…. ch Ch CH CHhhh. ah Ah AH AHhhhh Got any you want to share? Send em our way and we’ll put em up. Happy Friday the 13th, 2015! Plan for the next Friday the 13th with our handy Friday the 13th Calendar.
Why is Friday the 13th Unlucky?
It’s well known that Friday the 13th is considered a bad luck day in Western culture. But why is Friday the 13th unlucky? As with many superstitions, the origin of Friday the 13th as a day to dread is shrouded in mystery, so there’s no definitive answer. There is much history that points to the origins of the Friday the 13th superstition, but they go back hundreds, if not thousands, of years. However, there are many clues, and even more fascinating theories. So go ahead and read on – if you’re feeling lucky. Fear Friday the 13th Most people only joke… Read more »
The True Story of the Conjuring
The True Story of the haunting at the Conjuring House. The Conjuring is based on what is believed to be a true story of the Perron family as told through the files of the paranormal investigators they hired, Ed and Lorraine Warren. The Conjuring movie, follows the Perron family’s move into the Old Arnold Estate Farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island. The Estate sat on 200 acres of farm land and was established in the 1700s. There were many deaths on the land since it was established. Many deaths that suggest the presence of the supernatural and even evil spirits. Starting with deaths… Read more »
How Different Countries Celebrate Halloween
Americans have long been accustomed to the staples of garish costumes, trick-or-treating, parties, and plenty of food and drink as a way to celebrate Halloween. But how is the holiday observed throughout the world? Some traditions may surprise you. Halloween in the United States It wasn’t until the 1950s that Halloween truly became what Americans see it as today. Considered a family-friendly holiday in many aspects, parents will accompany their children in costume for trick-or-treating, hayrides, and other fall activities. Adults also get in on the fun by dressing up in eccentric — and sometimes seductive — costumes to eat,… Read more »
Origin of Halloween
Today, Halloween conjures up images of candy, outlandish costumes, family activities, haunted houses, and ghostly spooky fun. But, where did Halloween begin? How did Halloween come about? You may not realize is that this festive holiday actually has ancient origins featuring beliefs in spirits roaming the night, the dead crossing over to the “otherworld,” rituals, and sacrifices. Are you properly creeped out, yet? Good. Let’s continue… The history of Halloween is muddled and piecing together the truth will never be complete. However, we start with the druids. Did the Druids Invent Halloween? Halloween began in Ireland about 2,000 years ago by… Read more »
Origins of Bloody Mary…..the drink.
When Halloween comes along, there’s no drink more thematic than the Bloody Mary. This iconic combination of tomato juice and vodka has been around for decades, and its origins can be traced back to Paris in the 1920’s. Fernaid Pitiot has the earliest claim of being the first to concoct the Bloody Mary. He claimed to have first made the drink at the New York Bar in Paris (which later became known as Harry’s New York Bar) and was a popular hangout for author Ernest Hemingway and other American expats at the time. Harry’s Bar has credited themselves with the… Read more »
Top Haunted Houses in America 2015
A Guide to the Scariest Attractions in Every State Be afraid! Because this is FrightFind’s inaugural list of the best haunted houses in the U.S. This state by state guide intends to help you find one haunt to visit in each and every state. Find the scariest and spookiest must-see attractions in your area, or any area of the country you plan to visit. We will be updating this list every year and we welcome your thoughts on any killer haunted houses we may have missed. So begin your tour of the best haunted houses in America below. But don’t say we didn’t… Read more »
The Real Story Behind the Bloody Mary Legend
The Bloody Mary Legend Considered one of the most macabre adolescent party games, the urban legend of Bloody Mary has been a scary staple for spooking children since its emergence long ago. One alleged incident occurred at a slumber party, where several school girls decided to try to conjure Bloody Mary — or “Mary Worth,” which was the version of the story they had been told — by turning the lights off in the bathroom and repeating the mantra “Mary Worth, Mary Worth, I believe in Mary Worth” According to the report: “About the seventh time we said it one of the… Read more »
2015 Top Haunted House in Arkansas
FrightFind reviewed haunted houses throughout the nation and is proud to announce its top haunted houses for 2015. We looked for unique experiences, enthusiastic performances, and quality of the scare. 2015’s Top Haunted House in Arkansas: Fear Factory 501 Located in Jacksonville, AR, this local favorite is updated annually with new frights, including 3D features that will freak you out. There’s also Skully’s Haunted Playhouse and an ultra-gory Halloween torture chamber that just might make you sick. Many of the features may not be appropriate for kids, but some kid friendly nights are available. FrightFind It: Fear Factory 501 Arkansas Runner Up: The Torture Chamber
2015 Top Haunted House in California
FrightFind reviewed haunted houses throughout the nation and is proud to announce its top haunted houses for 2015. We looked for unique experiences, enthusiastic performances, and quality of the scare. 2015’s Top Haunted House in California: Slipknot’s Scream Park Voted “Best in the West” by Forbes Slipknot’s Scream Park lives up to its billing as the “world’s most outrageous haunted house event.” Expect big here. There are three separate haunted houses, with new fright features added regularly to keep things interesting and terrifying. And when you need a break to collect your wits (or change your pants), you can catch some… Read more »
2015 Top Haunted House in Colorado
FrightFind reviewed haunted houses throughout the nation and is proud to announce its top haunted houses for 2015. We looked for unique experiences, enthusiastic performances, and quality of the scare. 2015’s Top Haunted House in Colorado: Ghouls Gulch Now in their 12th year, Ghouls Gulch employs a crack team of actors and technicians to create a terrifying world filled with ghouls, goblins, and 3D images that trick your mind as you scramble in fear through the two main attractions, Ghouls Gulch and the new Sanitarium haunted house. It’s a top-notch scare operation. They also sponsor Haunted Brewfest, also in Colorado Springs, a fun… Read more »
2015 Top Haunted House in Connecticut
FrightFind reviewed haunted houses throughout the nation and is proud to announce its top haunted houses for 2015. We looked for unique experiences, enthusiastic performances, and quality of the scare. 2015’s Top Haunted House in Connecticut: Dark Manor Haunted House #1 Haunted Attraction 8 years in a row in The Venue News readers poll Three dark scenes await you at Dark Manor in Norwich, CT – the Manor, the Cemetery, and the Catacombs. Along the way you’ll encounter ghosts, ghouls, chainsaw freaks, and rabid zombies on the loose, with enough screaming and macabre details to drive you mad. Be advised: those… Read more »
2015 Top Haunted House in Delaware
FrightFind reviewed haunted houses throughout the nation and is proud to announce its top haunted houses for 2015. We looked for unique experiences, enthusiastic performances, and quality of the scare. 2015’s Top Haunted House in Delaware: Scream at the Beach Located in Georgetown, there are five unique – and uniquely horrifying – attractions at Scream at the Beach: a haunted house, an asylum, a cemetery, a haunted forest, and a creepy section called Abomination Acres. Taken together, this is a nerve-wracking experience. Each feature has its own bone-chilling feel and focus, making for a good variety of scares. FrightFind It: Scream at… Read more »
2015 Top Haunted House in Florida
FrightFind reviewed haunted houses throughout the nation and is proud to announce its top haunted houses for 2015. We looked for unique experiences, enthusiastic performances, and quality of the scare. 2015’s Top Haunted House in Florida: The Shallow Grave Intense and disturbing, The Shallow Grave nails the creepy details. Located in Winter Haven, the attraction takes its victims through a maze of high quality sets filled with performers in incredible costumes and make-up, and creations that will scare you speechless. FrightFind It: The Shallow Grave Florida Runner Up: A Haunting in Old Town
2015 Top Haunted House in Georgia
FrightFind reviewed haunted houses throughout the nation and is proud to announce its top haunted houses for 2015. We looked for unique experiences, enthusiastic performances, and quality of the scare. 2015’s Top Haunted House in Georgia: Netherworld Nationally recognized haunted house Nationally-recognized Netherworld in Norcross has been selected to many different lists of the best haunted houses in the country. The big attraction is the team of more than 100 performers that transform themselves into monsters of all kinds to roam and incite fear and dread among visitors walking through. The costumes and make-up are remarkable, as are the spooky special effects. FrightFind It: Netherworld Georgia… Read more »