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Idaho Top Haunt: Haunted Mansions of Albion

Halloween fun in a real haunted building!

Haunted Mansions of Albion

Etched above the entrance of Idaho’s premier spooky experience, you’ll find the words: “Haunted Mansions of Albion: A School of Chaos”. Claiming the title of the biggest haunted attraction in the Northwest, the School of Chaos devilishly beckons. Visitors join as the fresh recruits at Albion State and commence a terrifying journey through haunted classrooms, ominous tunnels, and multiple levels of pure dread. As the unsettled spirits of Albion State remain unexorcised, this terrifying experience promises an unsettling journey from the moment you set foot on the premises, with a commitment to guaranteed scares even in the queue. Did we mention that this eerie attraction is ensconced within a genuinely haunted edifice?

FrightFind It: Haunted Mansions of Albion in Albion, ID

Runner-Up: Requiem Haunted House in Caldwell, ID

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Requiem Haunted House

1600 square feet of pure indoor terror!

Idaho Haunted Swamp

Haunted Swamp Haunted HouseIt’s a swamp, so bring witch spray.

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Georgia Top Haunt: Lake Joy – Trails of Terror

Take a dip in the lake they said! It will be fine.

LAKE JOY TRAILS OF TERROR

Lake Joy may sound like a serene retreat for solitude and peace, but the name is a deceptive lure into their chilling Trails of Terror! It’s an entirely outdoor fright attraction nestled in the bleakest of forests, home to a troupe of menacing clowns, maimed women, and potential werewolves that lurk beneath the brilliance of the full moon. This haunt in mid-Georgia consistently receives five-star reviews on social media, and now offers enhanced features such as fast-passes and glow sticks. Once you witness the horrors within these woods, you’ll appreciate any edge to escape unscathed. Doors open at twilight, and close when… the final victim is dragged away.

FrightFind It: Lake Joy – Trails of Terror in Kathleen, GA

Runner-Up: Netherworld Haunted House in Stone Mountain, GA

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Netherworld Haunted House

Netherworld Haunted HouseOne of the best haunts in the nation. See it!

Folklore Haunted House

Folklore Haunted HouseThe story goes,,, everyone dies.

Camp Blood

Camp Blood Haunted HouseWelcome To Camp, Kids!

Paranoia Haunted House

PARANOIA HAUNTED HOUSEDon’t worry so much. It will be fine.

13 Stories

13 Stories Haunted HouseLegend has it that there is a 13 Story tall haunted house so horrifying that you have to sign a waiver to get in.

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Hawaii Top Haunt: Haunted Plantation

Come for the pineapple, stay forever.

Haunted Plantation Haunted House

Recognized as one of MSN’s Top 20 Haunted Attractions and featured on networks like the SyFy Channel and The Travel Channel, the Haunted Plantation is not for the fainthearted. Not to mention its mention in Buzzfeed, this real-life haunted plantation located in Waipahu has made a name for itself as the most terrifying spot throughout the Hawaiian Islands. The plantation area is teeming with over sixty horrific and monstrous characters, each with a hair-raising agenda for unprepared visitors. If you find yourself anywhere in Hawaii, it’s worth making a detour to experience the Pacific’s most chilling thrill. However, be sure to bring along plenty of companions for moral support – you’ll need them for the post-visit trauma counselling.

FrightFind It: Haunted Plantation in Waipahu, HI

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Delaware Top Haunt: Frightland

Eight Levels of Pure Hell!

Frightland Haunted House

Renowned for its hair-raising haunted attractions, Frightland stands unrivaled in Delaware. Esteemed media outlets like Forbes and The Travel Channel have labeled it as one of the most fearsome across the nation. Beyond its thrilling haunted house, Frightland also offers an assortment of amusement park rides, ensuring a heart-pounding experience for horror park enthusiasts. The attention to detail in their horrifying special effects is evident as visitors shriek in The Attic, haunted by the echoes of elusive laughter from the depths of the shadows. The Zombie Prison poses a daring escape challenge, as visitors are confronted with the gory desperation of the undead striving to break free. With a range of ticket options for various attractions, Frightland remains Middletown’s best and most terrifying hidden gem.

FrightFind It: Frightland in Middletown, DE

Runner-Up: Nightmares Haunted House in Laurel, DE

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Nightmares Haunted House

Nightmares Haunted House in DelewareBringing all of your nightmares to life.

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Connecticut Top Haunt: Legends of Fear

Real Farm. Real Woods. Real Fear.

Legends of Fear

Step into the world of the eerie and uncanny at Legends of Fear in Connecticut! This haunted house is not for the faint-hearted, promising a thrilling journey into the spine-chilling realms of the supernatural. Ranked one of the best haunts in America, this is an attraction that’s sure to make your heart race and your skin crawl! Our biggest attraction, the chilling Haunted Hayride, takes you on a mile-long journey through the dark woods and fields, with more than 70 spooky actors and 30 terrifying scenes that are guaranteed to send shivers down your spine. Remember, fear is not an illusion here, but a terrifying reality. Visit Legends of Fear for a spooktacular experience that will stay with you long after you leave. But beware, you might just bring a few ghostly friends home with you!

FrightFind It: Legends of Fear in Shelton, CT

Runner-Up: Fright Haven in Stratford, CT

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Fright Haven

Fright Haven Haunted HouseFeatures a “Lights On” kid-friendly matinee and horror at night.

Evidence of Evil Haunted Attraction

EVIDENCE OF EVIL HAUNTED ATTRACTIONYour Nightmares Become Reality!

The Haunted Graveyard

The Haunted GraveyardNew England’s Largest Halloween Attraction!

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Colorado Top Haunt: 13th Floor Denver

Nothing bad ever happens on the 13th floor. Right?

13TH FLOOR HAUNTED HOUSE - DENVER

The 13th Floor Haunted House in Denver offers an immersive and spine-chilling experience that’s unmatched. As one of the most recognized haunted attractions in the nation, it’s not for the faint-hearted. The meticulously designed sets, professional actors, and state-of-the-art animatronics work together to create an environment that feels truly haunted. Each year, the team behind the 13th Floor Haunted House goes above and beyond to introduce new, heart-stopping themes and scares, ensuring that even frequent visitors are kept on their toes. It’s a must-visit destination for thrill-seekers and horror enthusiasts.

FrightFind It: 13th Floor Denver in Denver, CO

Runner-Up: Haunted Field of Screams in Thornton, CO

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Haunted Field of Screams

Haunted Field of ScreamsA ride to the Riverdake Gates of Hell

Hell Scream

HELLSCREAM HAUNTED HOUSEEveryone will hear you scream.

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Alaska Top Haunt: Fright Night Manor

It’s like visiting hell, only colder.

Fright Night Manor

For the sixth consecutive year, Fright Night Manor in Anchorage, Alaska, has been crowned the state’s top horror attraction! Established in 1985, this mostly family-friendly experience may currently be on the lookout for a new location, but rest assured, the frights will continue. Known for its clown-centric theme, with a specific focus on a gigantic clown room, it also offers separate zones dedicated to ‘Nightmare on Elm Street’ and Zombies, and a display of enormous spiders. Your ticket will immerse you in terrifying 3D effects, with spine-chilling surprises lurking around each corner, this is a thrill-seeker’s paradise. However, it might be too intense for the youngest family members.

FrightFind It: Fright Night Manor in Anchorage, AK

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Alabama Top Haunt: Nightmare at 3008

Intense and frightening haunted house. Wind your way through nearly 39,000 square feet of terror.

Nightmare at 3008

Nightmare at 3008, opened in 2012 in Fultondale, Alabama, is known for its dark and chaotic style. It has won many awards and it features an indoor and outdoor area. There are outdoor trails that are twisted and share some of the deepest and darkest frights. Every turn in the haunted house is even more terrifying than the last. For three years in a row, Nightmare at 3008 has been nominated as the top haunted house in Alabama. After you visit Nightmare at 3008, you will see just why it is one of the scariest places that you will ever go.

FrightFind It: Nightmare at 3008 in Fultondale, AL

Runner-Up: Sweet Dreams Haunted Attraction in Mobile, AL

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Sweet Dreams Haunted Attraction

Sweet Dreams Haunted HouseFalling asleep here would be a huge mistake!

Warehouse 31

Warehouse 31 - Haunted Attraction in Pelham, ALThis warehouse is waiting to store your soul.

Mountain Creek Trail of Fear

Journey the haunted trail throughout 35 acres of land, then wander through the darkness on a Haunted Hayride.

Arx Mortis

Arx Mortis Haunted HouseLocated in the town of Killen, Alabama. Killen is right.

Hellbilly Hollow

HELLBILLY HOLLOWDoes anyone hear that banjo?

Atrox Factory

ATROX FACTORY50,000 square feet of terror made every shift.

Insanitarium

InsanitariumThe doctor is in.

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Step aside, Menendez Brothers. Move out of the way, Mr Dahmer. Ed Gein has entered the building.  Monster: The Ed Gein Story is coming to Netflix, and nobody is safe from this chainsaw-wielding maniac. Let’s go!

Who Was Ed Gein?

Ed Gein didn’t just murder; he pretty much invented it! As the godfather of modern horror, he started his killing career in the fields of 1950s Wisconsin on a decaying farm where he hid his private house of horrors.

His first victim came in November of 1957. Bernice Worden disappeared from her hardware store in Plainfield, Wisconsin. She was found in a shed on Ed’s property, killed by gunshot, decapitated, and hung upside down. After a thorough search of the house, authorities found human bones, furniture made out of skin and bones, masks made of skin, and organs stored away.

Monster: The Ed Gein Story – Netflix Digs Up the Original Chainsaw Massacre

Not only was Ed a killer, but a grave robber and an obsessive mamma’s boy. His crimes birthed cinematic legends like Norman Bates from Psycho, Buffalo Bill from Silence of the Lambs, and of course, Leatherface from The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.

Monster: The Ed Gein Story – Netflix Digs Up the Original Chainsaw Massacre

Monster: The Ed Gein Story Plot 

This season dives deep into Gein’s twisted psyche, exploring how isolation, psychosis, and a disturbing devotion to his mother turned a quiet man into a cultural monster. Expect chilling flashbacks, psychological torment, and a farmhouse that makes Bates Motel look like a bed-and-breakfast.

Cast & Crew

  • Charlie Hunnam (Sons of Anarchy) transforms into Ed Gein himself
  • Suzanna Son (Red Rocket) plays Adeline Watkins
  • Tom Hollander (Feud: Capote vs. The Swans) joins as Alfred Hitchcock
  • Directed by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, the twisted minds behind Dahmer and American Horror Story

Netflix’s Monster: The Ed Gein Story Release Date

Mark your calendars: October 3, 2025, is when Netflix drops all eight episodes. The teaser posters already hint at a blood-soaked descent into madness, and the trailer (coming soon) promises to be a skin-crawling tribute to horror’s roots.

A Pit Stop into Horror: Visiting the Chainsaw Gas Station

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Gas Station

Want to walk in Leatherface’s footsteps?  Check out the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre Gas Station—a restored horror landmark where you can grab BBQ, shop for autographs, and even spend the night in one of four themed cabins. It’s the perfect pilgrimage for fans of Gein-inspired terror.

 

Stay in the Infamous Poltergeist House — Now on Airbnb!

Horror fans, your dream (or nightmare) getaway just became a reality.

The iconic house from the 1982 supernatural classic Poltergeist is now available to book on Airbnb — and it’s every bit as eerie as you remember.

A Cinematic Legend Reborn

Airbnb’s Most Haunted Stay Yet: The Poltergeist House Awaits

Located at 4267 Roxbury Street in Simi Valley, California, this home was the backdrop for one of the most chilling haunted house stories in film history.

Purchased in 2024 by a super fan for $1.28 million — a full $100,000 above asking — the house has been meticulously remodeled to match its on-screen appearance.

With an additional $165,000 invested in renovations, the new owner transformed the property into a fully immersive experience that transports guests straight into the world of Poltergeist.

What’s Inside The Poltergeist House?

This four-bedroom, three-bathroom home is more than just a place to sleep — it’s a portal into Poltergeist. Guests can expect:

  • A living room with a static-filled TV, just like the one Carol Anne stared into. Did we mention that there is a VHS copy of the film for your viewing enjoyment?
    Airbnb’s Most Haunted Stay Yet: The Poltergeist House Awaits
  • “Who’s messing with the kitchen chairs?”
    Real Poltergeist Movie House
  • “Honey, you are going to ruin your eyes.”
    Real Poltergeist Movie House
  • If this white railing doesn’t do it for you, then we don’t know what will.
    Real Poltergeist Movie House
  • The terrifying jester clown doll that haunted your childhood nightmares.
    Airbnb’s Most Haunted Stay Yet: The Poltergeist House Awaits
  • Period-accurate decor and eerie ambiance throughout.
    Airbnb’s Most Haunted Stay Yet: The Poltergeist House Awaits

Backyard Terror

The backyard features a large pool — the very one that played a role in the film’s climactic chaos — plus a jacuzzi for those brave enough to relax.

Airbnb’s Most Haunted Stay Yet: The Poltergeist House Awaits

“This House… Is Clean”

Despite its spooky reputation, the Airbnb listing assures guests that the house is clean (a nod to the film’s iconic line).

But don’t be surprised if you hear whispers or feel a chill down your spine.

Book Your Stay

Airbnb’s Most Haunted Stay Yet: The Poltergeist House Awaits

Whether you’re a die-hard horror buff or just looking for a unique vacation experience, this Airbnb offers a rare chance to live inside a cinematic legend. Just be sure to keep the lights on…

Book The Real Poltergeist Movie House Now!

🏚️Poltergeist Airbnb Booking Highlights 🏚️

  • Location: 4267 Roxbury Street, Simi Valley, California.
  • Owner: Purchased in 2024 for $1.28 million, adding $100,000 above asking to secure it.
  • Remodel Investment: $165,000 spent to recreate the home to match its 1982 film appearance.
  • Rooms:
    • 4 bedrooms
    • 3 bathrooms
    • Includes iconic rooms like:
      • Living room with a static TV
      • Bedroom with the “portal” scene
      • Creepy jester clown doll included!
  • Backyard Features:
    • Large pool featured in the film’s climax
    • Jacuzzi

Grab your walkie-talkies and break out the Eggo waffles, Stranger Things is back for one final trip to the Upside Down. Netflix has announced that the 5th and final season will premiere in three parts:

  • Volume 1: November 26, 2025 (Thanksgiving)
  • Volume 2: December 25, 2025 (Christmas)
  • Finale: December 31, 2025 (New Year’s Eve)

This holiday season is looking to be a busy one in Hawkins!

Stranger Things Season 5: What To Expect

  • Vecna Returns: Vecna is back, after narrowly escaping death in Season 4, and he is more powerful than ever.
  • Eleven vs. 001: The psychic showdown intensifies, but this time, Eleven may not be enough. Will Byers steps into a central role, hinting at a full-circle moment from his Season 1 disappearance.
  • Max’s Fate: Season 5 begins with Max still hospitalized and still super unconscious. Will she pull through?
  • The Final Battle: The Hellfire Club must reunite for one last stand against Vecna, not to mention dealing with the government hunting Eleven. Expect emotional farewells, epic confrontations, and maybe even a few tearjerking sacrifices.

Stranger Things Season 5 Trailer

It’s your favorite cursed day again… Friday the 13th has returned. And if you’re reading this, it’s probably already too late for you. But hey, let’s go over the rules anyway—just in case you want to survive until Saturday.

Things You Probably Shouldn’t Do On Friday The 13th

  1. Let’s get this one out of the way. Black cat crosses your path? No! Or any cat, for that matter. You should know this.
  2. Feel like a camping trip? Just go to the mall instead.
  3. I know the weather is warming up, and that rowboat on the foggy lake looks enticing. Don’t do it!
  4. Don’t be a camp counselor. If so, think more Meatballs and less Camp Crystal Lake.
  5. Stay together. Your girlfriend will split up with you after the summer, but for tonight, you are a team.
  6. Never say, “It’s fine, I’m just going to take a look around.” Prepare to meet your maker.
  7. Sex isn’t a good idea. You can wait.
  8. Drinking and getting high are a huge no-no. Unless you have given up. In that case, smoke them if you got them.
  9. Don’t run. The axe-wielding sociopath walks, but somehow gets wherever you are going first. Physics? Nope—Friday the 13th logic.
  10. Respect everyone in a mask. Everyone!
  11. Don’t be a jock. That letterman’s jacket is basically a bullseye.
  12. You hear something in the woods? Leave it there.
  13. Falling asleep may sound like a good idea, but it will end with you not waking up.
  14. Creepy local guy warning you about going into that house? You can trust him today and only today.

Friday the 13th Rules Recap

Cats are spawned from hell. Camping is bad. Most bodies of water are lethal. You are too old for sleepaway camp anyway. Groups are your friend. Looking around will find nothing you want. Just say no to sex and drugs, today anyway. Running will kill you. Hold people with masks in high regard.  Your athleticism is not to be advertised. Sleeping is your enemy tonight. The creepy neighborhood guy isn’t lying to you.

Wondering when the next Friday the 13th is? Or maybe you are wondering when the next Friday the 13th is through 2050? Find out here.

From the twisted mind that brought us Barbarian, Zach Cregger is back with Weapons, a horror mystery that will leave you shaken long after the credits roll. It promises to be bigger, stranger, and downright scarier than anything he has done before.

The Plot of Weapons: A Nightmare at 2:17 AM

Can you imagine waking up in the middle of the night to find the entire town’s children missing, minus one lucky youngster? At exactly 2:17 AM, an entire class of children just disappears into the night. But what evil force could have taken them? Why was only one child spared? The deeper the town investigates, the deeper the mystery becomes.

Cregger describes Weapons as “fun, scary, and inviting” but also “really messed up“, so you take that as you will. If Barbarian taught us anything, it’s that “fun” probably means agonizing dread, so we got that going for us.

Weapons Cast

Weapons Cast

Weapons delivers an all-star cast, for sure to bring us an unforgettable horror experience:

  • Josh Brolin (Dune: Part Two, Goonies) as Archer Graff, a father searching for his missing child.
  • Julia Garner (Ozark, Wolf Man, The Fantastic Four: First Steps) as Justine Gandy, a teacher whose class seems to have gone a missing.
  • Alden Ehrenreich (Cocaine Bear, Fair Play) as Paul, a police officer caught in the chaos.
  • Austin Abrams, Cary Christopher, Benedict Wong, and Amy Madigan round out the cast, ensuring plenty of terrifying performances.

Release Date: When Can You Watch Weapons?

Mark your calendars—Weapons hits theaters on August 8, 2025. That means you have enough time to watch Barbarians and mentally prepare for whatever horrors Cregger has cooked up.

Weapons Trailer

For decades, Stephen King‘s IT has terrified bibliophiles and cinephiles alike, starting with the first page of the classic 1986 novel, then the 1990 miniseries, and bookending with the 2017 and 2019 blockbuster films. But Pennywise isn’t finished just yet. HBO is taking us wayyyy back with IT: Welcome to Derry, a prequel series that explores the origins of Pennywise, the fun-loving neighborhood clown.

The Plot of IT: Welcome to Derry 

Long before the rainstorms of the 1980s caused the children of Derry to be ripped to shreds, there stood a sleepy town where people could live out the American dream. At least that’s what the community thought.  The series will dive into the origins of Pennywise and the sinister events that haunted Derry for centuries, including the catastrophic happenings that brought about that aforementioned fun-loving clown.

Cast & Crew: Familiar Faces and New Blood

IT: Welcome to Derry

IT: Welcome to Derry brings together a stellar cast and crew of veterans and newbies that will ensure a bloody good time.

Cast

  • Bill Skarsgård returns as Pennywise the Clown. We know you were concerned about that one.
  • Jovan Adepo of Babylon and Overlord.
  • Chris Chalk of Gotham.
  • Taylour Paige of Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and the upcoming Toxic Avenger reboot.
  • James Remar of Dexter and Oppenheimer.
  • Stephen Rider of Daredevil.
  • Joshua Odjick of the upcoming film, The Long Walk.
  • Andy Muschietti returns as writer and director.
  • Jason Fuchs, Barbara Muschietti, and Brad Kane are on writing duties.

When Can You Watch IT: Welcome To Derry?

HBO has confirmed that visiting the town of Derry will commence in the Fall of 2025. An exact date has not been announced, so stay tuned.

Trailer: A Glimpse into Derry

With an exceptional cast, an origin story that is to die for, and the return of Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise, IT: Welcome to Derry, is shaping up to be the “you cannot miss an episode and think you won’t hear about it at the around the water cooler” fall series. Thanks HBO! Don’t believe us? Check out this trailer and find out.

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You may want to invest in a hazmat suit because The Toxic Avenger is back, and this time it’s bloodier, more offensive, and oozing with radioactivity. The world will never be the same after this long-awaited reboot hits theaters on August 29, 2025, bringing plenty of screams, laughs, and maybe even a few tears in your popcorn.

The Toxic Avenger Plot

In this updated radioactive nightmare, Winston Gooze, a lonely janitor, falls victim to the worst on-the-job injury of all time – falling into a vat of toxic waste. Instead of dying a slow and horrible death, Winston mutates into a grotesque, mutated, yet lovable, vigilante. Only armed with a mop and a mission, our hero faces off with the filth of society, corporate greed, environmental decay, and a power-hungry villain hellbent on annihilation and carnage.

Cast: A Toxic Dream Team

This unhinged reboot stars an insanely stacked cast:

  • Peter Dinklage as Winston Gooze / The Toxic Avenger
  • Elijah Wood as the sinister Fritz Garbinger
  • Kevin Bacon as the villainous Bob Garbinger
  • Jacob Tremblay as Winston’s son, Wade
  • Taylour Paige as J.J. Doherty, a fierce Ally
  • Julia Davis, Jonny Coyne, and Sarah Niles round out the madness

The Toxic Avenger Trailer

Why You Should Be Excited

This unrated reboot will not be for everyone. Expect over-the-top gore, mutant nudity, and hilarious carnage. Director Macon Blair has promised a film that honors the original while injecting fresh mayhem, ensuring that fans and newcomers alike will revel in the radioactive insanity of The Toxic Avenger.