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On the hunt for some terrifying scares? Look no further than right here in Eastern North Carolina where there are tons of haunted attractions lurking right around the corner!

1620 Loop Rd. Clayton

Open every Friday and Saturday until October 22 from 7 – 10 pm and October 27, 30, and 31 from 7 – 9 pm.

Tickets are $25.

A haunted Halloween scream park at a local farm. Every year new horror features are added, this year’s attractions include The Black Hole, Fear Forest Haunted Hayride, Slaughterhouse, and The Academy.

Dress comfortably, you may need to run, crawl, and get through tight spaces.

11875 NC HWY 222 W Middlesex

Open every Friday and Saturday until November 5 as well as Halloween night from 7 – 10 pm. October 30 from 7 – 9 pm and October 29 from 2 – 4 pm for low scare fun.

Tickets are $25 for adults, and children 12 and under are $12.

Over 20 years of haunting attractions, this year featuring: The Bundie Hotel, Skully’s Inlet ft. The S.S. Sea Hag, Mayhem Hayride, The Slaughterhouse, Clown Town, Insane Asylum, Fright Trail, The Lost Crypt, The Forgotten Cabin, RottenKorr Cemetary and Hatchet’s Fish Cannery.

Saturday, November 5 is Lights Out, come experience Darkside in the Dark, face your fears with only one glow stick.

544 Falcon Rd. Lillington

Open Fridays & Saturdays in October 7:30 – 11 pm including October 30 and 31.

Original haunted house that takes you on a mind-bending trip through hellfire and back again. Zombie Tag arena, carnival-style games, axe throwing, concessions.

Customized haunt experiences are available. First class upgrade is an interactive experience, first-class passengers will be touched, might get bloody, dirty, wet, and possibly separated from the group and thrown back in alone or with strangers. A VIP Upgrade allows you to skip the line and get to the scares faster.

401 Fairgrounds Rd. Kinston

Open every Friday – Sunday until Halloween. Fridays and Saturdays 8 pm – midnight. Sundays October 9 – 30 from 8 – 11 pm.

Tickets are $20 for general admission, $40 for a fast pass, and $60 to skip the line.

Sunday, October 23 is blackout night with no lights and only one glow stick. Saturday, October 29 is a Halloween Festival with kids Trick ‘R Treat from noon – 4 pm.

“Eastern North Carolina’s Newest and Scariest Haunted Attraction.” The theme is “Fear at The Fair” featuring three attractions: Nixon Asylum where you navigate the halls of an asylum, Mayhem traps you in a carnival where the clowns are wreaking havoc, and Insanity the newest attraction that just when you think you’ve escaped the asylum you become trapped in a seemingly endless maze.

3100 Freedom Way Hubert

Open every Friday and Saturday in October including October 21 from 6:30 – 10:30 pm.

Tickets are $12 for the hayride, $9 for the walking trail, and $18 for both attractions.

The 7th annual Fishstrong Fright Night Haunted Hayride and Walking Trail. Every year is different with new scares and attractions. Concessions stand available, carnival games, and a pumpkin patch.

Proceeds from the hayride go towards helping NC families dealing with life-altering illnesses.

2115 Everetts Rd. Williamston

Open every Friday & Saturday in October including October 30 and 31.

Tickets are $21 online. Regular admission is $26.

A haunted house including 20+ different scenes, both indoor and out. Not recommended for the faint of heart.

Children under 14 require an adult.

2808 Cedar Creek Rd. Youngsville

Open every Friday – Sunday until November 5. Open Halloween. Times vary per day, check the website for exact ticket times.

Tickets are $30 for general admission and $50 for VIP.

“The highest rated haunted attraction in North Carolina.” Features 5 unique attractions: Haunted Forest over a half-mile long, Dark Trail, Haunted Hayride, Killers in the Corn, and The Stalkers farm. While waiting between frights there is a sit-down carnival area with fire pits, concessions, and carnival games.

4064 Mountain View St. Gastonia at the Mountain View Golf Center

Open every Friday and Saturday until October 29 dark to midnight. Open October 9, 16, 20, 23, 26, 27, 30, and 31 from dark to 10 pm.

Tickets are $20.

In operation for almost 30 years, “one of the original and oldest haunted attractions in the Gaston County area.” Top rated Haunted Attraction in NC for 2016 and 2017. Concessions offered.

2914 Bud Johnson Rd. Clinton

Open 8 – 10 pm October 16, 20, 23, 27, 30, & 31. Open 8 – 11 pm October 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, and November 4-5.

Tickets are $30 per person or $40 for all three attractions. $5 parking.

“Number 1 Haunted Hayride in North Carolina.” A 7/10 of a mile Haunted Hayride, shoot at zombies with paintballs on a double-decker trailer pulled by a bus for Zombie Hunt. Or take a terrifying walk through pitch black where you must feel your way through for The Darkness.”

2289 Garner Chapel Rd. Mount Olive

Open Fridays & Saturdays 7 – 11 pm. Open October 31 from 7 –10 pm and November 5 from 7 – 10 pm.

Tickets are $25.

World famous Haunted House that the owners say is quite possibly haunted, Bubba’s Bloody Bucket, and a trip through the Hell Raising Hay Field.

Craven County Fairgrounds, 3700 US-70 New Bern, NC 28560

Open every day beginning October 26th – 31st from 6:30 pm to 10 pm.

Tickets are $10 (cash only or online) and 1 can of food per person. A portion of ticket sales and all food donations will benefit RCS.

“Scaring away hunger since 2001”. This haunted attraction brings together fun and terror all for a good cause. Terrifying clowns, jump scares, a fortune teller, a claustrophobic room, and a unique feature that will have guests running for the exit.

This event is too scary for younger children.

29 Park Ln. Havelock

Open every Friday and Saturday 7 pm – midnight through November 5. Rated R hours begin at 9 pm.

Tickets are $25 but go up to $30 for October 28-29 and November 4-5.

Open for the 16th year of fear! Featuring 4 attractions: The Dead Zone outside attraction, Clowns in 3D, Haunted Factory, and The Psych Ward. Also featuring a rage room and Christmas Haunted House on November 4-5.

PG-13 experience 7 – 9 pm. Rated R experience begins after 9 pm.

2100 NC HWY 33 East Chocowinity

Open starting October 7 Fridays & Saturdays 8 – 11 pm.

Tickets are $25, fast passes are $35 to skip the lines.

Voted among the top-rated North Carolina Haunted Houses in 2017, 2018, and 2019. Walk the Haunted Trails at Raised in a Barn Farm.

Recommended age is 13 and older.

6701 Good Hope Church Rd. Cary

Open every Friday and Saturday through October 29 from 7:30 – 11:30 pm.

Tickets are $25 cash, and $27 credit card.

Four attractions that will “haunt your dreams” include: The Field of Lost Souls, The Rebellion Trail, Big Top Terror, and The Gore House.

Children 12 years and younger are not recommended.

Frightland at Dreamland Escapes Haunted Halloween Trail

9271 NC 903 in Ayden

Open every Friday and Saturday in October, including Oct. 30-31. 7:30-11 p.m.Children 12 and under $10, Adults $15

Call with questions (252) 414-1382 or email them by clicking here.

107 Railroad St. Ahoskie

Open every Friday & Saturday through November 6 from 7 – 11 pm.

Tickets are $25. VIP is $60 which allows entry to The Hotel by yourself for a more personalized haunt experience, it also allows you to jump to the front of the line.

An intense interactive haunted attraction designed to take you to the limits of your own fear. The attraction is located inside a REAL haunted location (The Garrett Hotel) with numerous instances of documented paranormal activity. There are tight corridors and disturbing scenes. You will be touched.

Recommended for ages 16 and older. Not appropriate for young children.

Paranormal ghost tours and psychic readings are also available at The Garrett Hotel.

October 20-22 throughout downtown New Bern

Click here to get tickets for the 32nd Ghostwalk. Learn more about the city and its people in a family-friendly environment. Click here for a schedule, tickets and much more. Click here to learn more about the tour and what it entails.

490 Frizzelle Farm Rd. Hookerton

Open 7:30 – 11 pm October 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 29-31

“Reputation for being one of North Carolina’s most intense haunts.” A very hands-on, in-your-face haunting experience. 2,400 square foot haunted house and one-and-a-half acre haunted woods trail.

Offers PG-13 and Rated R experiences.

201 South Pine Street Pink Hill

It's weird, right? All year we avoid fear, hiding from the things that lurk in the darkness. But boom, October hits and suddenly we stay up all night binge watching slasher films and seeking the things we try our hardest to avoid--our biggest fears.

Why do we do it? Does anyone actually enjoy watching a scary movie and then having to shower with their eyes darting about while quickly turning around and scrubbing their face as if someone is about to pull back the curtain and recreate a scene from "Psycho."

But we seem to love it anyway.

If you want to feel like you're in a horror movie or just want a really good scare, these are the best haunted houses in our area to do just that while not costing you a fortune.

Editor's note: When I go to a haunted house I want more than just predictable jump scares and a masked creature chasing me with a chainsaw, which obviously doesn't have the blades attached. I mean let's be real, with all of the gore we see in movies and television nowadays, fake blood and a man following me down a dark hallway aren't going to cut it. I want something that preys on my fears. And that is what these haunted houses will give you.

5. Clayton Fear Farm

Clayton Fear Farm has been a favorite of locals for years, which is no surprise because it's close, cheap, and has something for the whole family.

During the day, the little ones can enjoy hayrides, a corn maze, a pumpkin patch, and more. But when night falls, the ghouls come out to play.

The one downside for an adult would be that it seems to be overrun with high schoolers.

I spent most of the night trying to avoid a high school jock running into me because he was about to pee his pants rather than enjoying the attraction. So, if you're an adult looking to take a break from the teens, I'd go as late as possible.

Location: 1620 Loop Road, Clayton, NC 27527

Price: $27

Number of attractions: 7

Highlight: The food! This haunted attraction actually started off as a produce farm, so it's no surprise Clayton Fear Farm offers up some scary, delicious treats. As soon as you take your first few steps from the parking lot, the scent of caramel popcorn and all the other goodies wafts through the air!

4. The Original Hollywood Horror Show

This haunted house has one thing others lack: It's produced by real Hollywood filmmakers.

Dean Jones and his brother Starr Jones have long résumés including works such as "Star Trek: The Next Generation," "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides," and "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1."

The pair has put their movie skills to the test and brought some real Hollywood scares to their home state.

The men have built one giant haunted house, which features several movie-like scenes, that features some of your favorite serial killers with scares at every turn.

But one of the attraction's best features, other than the handcrafted and unappreciated sets that go unnoticed, is The Last Ride.

It's a casket ride which mimics you being carried off to the grave. You lie down inside a casket as two men take you to your final resting place.

But be aware, the casket actually moves and it has some rather unpleasant smells. It will be The Last Ride you'll ever take.

Location: 6333 Bass Mountain Road, Snow Camp, NC 27349

Price: $25

Number of attractions: A haunted house which features 30 different scenes and the last ride.

Highlight: The museum. In addition to the two attractions, there is a museum that displays the pair's work in the film industry and a Wall of Fame featuring signed portraits of actors and actresses they've worked with. This is great for horror buffs, as it brings history and behinds the scenes to life.

3. Panic Point

Panic Point has become a top pick among locals, which is not surprising.

This haunted attraction is tucked away in the forest and at night, you lose all sense of sight and direction, allowing fear to set in and ultimately, leaving you vulnerable and let's face it, a little scared -- the perfect situation for the ghouls lurking in the dark.

You can take a trip through the Dark Trail or Haunted Forest, but whichever one you take, don't let go of the guiding rope.

Also, be sure to look behind you. These creepy creatures love to follow you.

Location: 2808 Cedar Creek Road, Youngsville, NC 27596

Price: $35 for general admission ($30 online)

Number of attractions: 6

Highlight: The Haunted Forest. This attraction is what Panic Point is known for and it's for obvious reasons. Their forest is packed with scary attractions, making it perfect for everyone in your group.

2. Kersey Vally Spookywoods

Kersey Valley Spookywoods is one haunted house you don't want to miss.

It's like a house party, haunted house, and escape room all rolled into one.

From the moment you enter the property, you become fair game to the haunted creatures, meaning they can mess with you -- and they will taunt you.

During your trip, you'll come across zombies, monsters, and creatures that look like something from your nightmares except you aren't asleep and the freaking thing really is walking toward you.

The best part is this place isn't all scares. Club Spooky features live music, lasers, lip sync battles, and more.

So, whether you're doing the monster mash or screaming your lungs out, you'll be sure to have a great time.

Location: 1615 Kersey Valley Road, Archdale, NC 27263

Price: $30 for general admission ($5 for parking)

Number of attractions: 12

Highlight: Village of the Damned. While this attraction isn't super scary, it's super fun! You're given a laser gun and are asked to help the military fight zombies who have taken over a Puritan community. The mission is based in a foggy cornfield, but what really makes this great is the ambiance which makes it feel like authorities are really flying above you.

1. Woods of Terror

Woods is Terror is one haunted attraction that truly lives up to its name.

History says when many died during the Great Depression their spirits were left to linger on Earth, and after they began terrorizing the living they were ultimately trapped on the grounds by the current owner's great-great-grandfather Father Eddie Howie McMillan.

Through the years, owner Eddie McLaurin said he learned how to capture other spirits that were among the living and not among the dead and release them into the same plot of land, McMillian once did, which are now known as the Woods of Terror.

That may be why many actors say unexplainable things happen in the attractions after hours.

But if you're not buying the spooky history, it doesn't matter because this place doesn't need it.

This attraction feeds on your fears and worst nightmares.

And they have it all. Whether it's darkness, clowns, spiders, or just a madman in a mask, you can sure it will be chasing after you.

The best part is that this place puts you in the action.

Whether it's being chosen as a victim or choosing your own fate, this place will have you asking yourself one question: "Why on Earth am I doing this?"

Also, keep in mind most of this place is interactive, so all of your actions have consequences.

Location: 5601 N Church St., Greensboro, NC 27455

Price: $20-32 for general admission ($5 for parking)

Number of attractions: 13

Exploring local hiking trails and waterfalls amid the chilly temperatures of fall in North Carolina is one way to give yourself goosebumps and make the hair on your arms stand up.

But visiting any of the various haunted attractions and haunted houses in NC can also offer chills, thrills, and a pulse-pounding adventure you won’t soon forget!

With October just around the corner, the time for mysterious and spooky scares is almost upon us. And sometimes horror movies alone aren’t enough to do the trick.

Visiting haunted houses for Halloween is a favorite fall activity for many people, and there are plenty of haunted houses in North Carolina happy to help provide a “fright night” to remember.

With so many to choose from, finding the perfect one to suit your own nightmares (and preferred level of scariness) can be a daunting task.

Read on for our list of the 10 Best North Carolina Haunted Houses to visit, including haunted attractions in Asheville, Charlotte, Greensboro, Hendersonville, and various other small towns in NC.

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85 Expo Dr, Asheville NC • 828-808-3341

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Located at The Adventure Center in Asheville NC, the Haunted Trail will be open for those who dare to enter on weekends in October (Oct 7-8, 14-15, 21-23, and 27-30). Show times are from 6:30-9:00PM.

The 10th Annual Haunted Trail is ideal for younger thrill-seekers, particularly those ages 3 to 12. General admission for guests ages 3+ is $18.

The family-friendly attraction allows visitors to walk through the Asheville trail, with relatively gentle scares provided along the way via live actors and spooky effects.

This NC haunted attraction opens early, for those who prefer a scare-free tour before it gets dark. Their Sensory Friendly Night is also an option for youth and adults with sensory issues who want to experience The Haunted Trail.

The attraction is proud to partner with the Manna Food Bank‘s “Boo To Hunger” campaign, donating $1 from every ticket to help provide meals to less fortunate members of the Asheville community.

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562 Main St, Canton NC • 828-670-8228

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Voted one of the best haunted houses in North Carolina, Pinhead’s Graveyard is the best Asheville haunted house for anyone who’s ever dreamed of being scared by Pennywise, Freddy Kreuger, or Michael Myers.

Presented by Otice Productions, the attraction is located inside an old building in Canton NC that’s rumored to be one of the genuinely haunted places in Western North Carolina.

The interior features new and elaborate sets, animatronics, and the occasional orb or two, not to mention the list of famous horror icons waiting to scare the dickens out of you!

Pinhead’s Graveyard opens September 30, with special dates and times throughout November. 2022 ticket prices had not been announced for this haunted attraction as of our deadline, but parking is free.

Note that this NC haunted house accepts cash only, but there are multiple ATMs around downtown Canton NC.

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624 Townsend Rd, Hendersonville NC • 828-702-7911

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Voted “Best Haunted House in North Carolina,” The Haunted Farm in Hendersonville NC purportedly has a long history of deadly scares.

Locals date the blood feud back more than 100 years, to the time when the deranged, brokenhearted Missy Mae Lively disappeared into the forest after the death of her lover.

Afterwards, countless individuals went missing after being seen around the Lively family’s farm. It ultimately became a forbidden place known as the Haunted Farm.

Visitors to the farm today can choose to visit one or all of the haunted attractions offered, including The Meathouse, The Farm, The Woods, The Demon Hay Shed, The Slaughterhouse, and the Deathyard Attraction.

The 12th season of the Haunted Farm is set to open October 1, with 11 weekend dates set throughout the month. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate starting at $35, with Fast Pass Admission and group rates available online.

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520 Carolina Ave, Hickory NC • 828-212-1442

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Not just another NC haunted house, Lake Hickory Haunts is a spooky theme park attraction centered around one of the smaller North Carolina lakes in the area.

The fright-filled fun includes the Midway of Mayhem section of the property, whose endless entertainment options include live music, a 4D Asylum Simulator, a horror-themed scary escape room, and much more.

For 2022, Lake Hickory Haunts has added several new attractions to its already long list of frightful attractions, such as “Shipwrecked 2.0” and “Voodoo Bayou”.

Horror fans can test their limits with spooky attractions like Descent, a 100-foot-long cave buried 12 feet underground, which visitors can explore and crawl around in.

Their 2022 season of scares starts September 17, with nights open through November. Ticket prices start at $32, with Fast Pass and VIP passes available for purchase as well.

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2745 Toney Rd, Lawndale NC • 704-477-6783

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Located in Lawndale NC, the Haunted Pyramids boasts myriad chilling attractions for visitors to explore.

Known for their special effects, this NC haunted house has 6 indoor attractions as well as outdoor attractions like The Carnival of Terror, The Abandoned, and Dr. Venom’s Snake Pit.

Their biggest attraction is the Haunted Pyramid itself, which is widely considered the scariest haunted house in NC. We love that it’s ever-changing, with professional actors and effects that leave visitors screaming in delight (and fear).

The Haunted Pyramids were created by Special Effects master Ray Bivins, who worked on Hollywood sets for movies like Children of the Corn II and Talladega Nights.

In their 25th season, The Haunted Pyramids promise that 2022 will be better than ever, with more celebrity guests, famous cars, and live musical performances at the haunted attraction.

This year’s season is set to open on September 25, with general admission tickets starting at $25 per person, and VIP Fast Passes starting at $40 per person.

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4064 Mountain View St, Gastonia NC • 704-201-4762

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For over 20 years now, the Hickory Grove Haunted Trail has been a haunted attraction in NC that’s well worth taking a day trip to visit.

It has been voted one of the top haunted houses near Charlotte for two years in a row!

Located in Gastonia NC, the haunted trail leads visitors down the dark, windy trail into a forest full of “deep, eerie” suspense (not to mention a few crazy clowns and monsters here and there).

What started as an idea among a couple of friends has now turned into a popular local tradition. Members of the community show their support by contributing time and effort to making each year’s attraction better than the last.

The Hickory Grove Haunted Trail’s 2022 season runs from September 24 through Halloween night, open on weekends and select weeknights.

Tickets can only be purchased at the gate on the night you visit, and cost $20 for adults and $15 for kids ages 12 years and under.

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3718 Plyler Mill Rd, Monroe NC • 704-709-7000

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Located at the back of the Aw Shucks Farm and Corn Maze in Monroe NC, The 13th Acre is a haunted trail where fear fanatics can experience their worst nightmares and see how far they can make it through the forest.

Those brave enough to enter the woods will encounter the deadly creatures that reside there and discover the chaos that lies in the 13th Acre… all while trying to find their way off the haunting hiking trails.

With only one chance to exit, The 13th Acre is a true test of courage for all who dare to enter.

Opening night for this haunted North Carolina attraction is September 23, and it runs on weekends and select weeknights through October 31st.

Tickets to The 13th Acre start at $20 per person, or $28 for combo tickets to the farm. Fast Pass tickets are available for an extra $15.

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6333 Bass Mountain Rd, Snow Camp NC • 336-513-6938

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Voted “Scariest Haunted Attraction” by the Travel Channel, The Original Hollywood Horror Show is one of the NC haunted houses that deserve be on every horror-lover’s bucket list.

Created by Hollywood producers in 1989, this one-of-a-kind haunted attraction (the largest in NC) ranks among the best haunted houses in North Carolina.

Located in Snow Camp NC, the attraction includes award-winning effects and sets. Visitors can explore areas featuring the Hellraiser Vortex, American Horror Story’s Twisty the Clown, and Ghosts from Pirates of The Caribbean.

The attraction also presents annual events such as the Hollywood Horror Show Festival and the Bad Ass Hearse Show.

The opening night for 2022 is September 29, running on select weeknights and weekends through Halloween.

Visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets online via their website. But they’re also available at the gate, starting at $30. Fast Pass tickets are only available to be purchased at the gate.

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1615 Kersey Valley Rd, Archdale NC • 336-431-1700

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This haunted attraction near Greensboro NC has been rated one of the Top 5 Haunted Attractions in America for 38 years running. Spookywoods has even been featured on the Travel Channel due to the frighteningly good time they offer.

As soon as guests drive on the property, they become fair game to all the creepy creatures that reside there.

Brave visitors can roll down their windows to experience the eerie atmosphere, but beware of the questionable liquid substances you may also come into contact with along the way!

Spookywoods boasts a full-time art department, and the theme of the attraction evolves annually to fulfill their wildest, most horrifying dreams.

This year’s spooky season runs on specific weekends and even some weeknights from September 24 through November 6. Visit their website for more details.

Guests are encouraged to purchase their tickets online, and prices start at $30 for General Admission. Other ticket options include VIP and Immediate Access.

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5601 N Church St, Greensboro NC • 336-643-3558

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Presented by McLaurin Farms, Woods of Terror is a haunted trail in the forest of Greensboro NC.

This haunted North Carolina attraction starts each night with a Monster Parade at 7PM before opening up for chilling experiences such as Arachnophobia, Night Stalkers, The Blood House, Blackout Terror, and more.

New for 2022, visitors can add to their experience and go to the haunted Brookhaven Memorial Hospital.

On the nights of November 4 & 5, they’ll be presenting “Terror In The Darkness” a totally light-free experience.

The Woods of Terror will be open for haunting on weekends and select weeknights from September 16 through November 5.