Friday, October 13, 2023
Aside from Halloween, Friday the 13th may be the next most-celebrated holiday for haunters. But, why? What inspired legions of folks to suffer from triskaidekaphobia and fueled an over 40-year old slasher franchise? Some say the history is rooted to the time of the last supper, and some say the middle ages, but the most popular origin story seems to be surrounding the attack of some Knights Templar on October 13, 1307. Fun Fact: The next Friday the 13th in October won't be until 2028; so let's live this night to the fullest! While most of us put in effort...
Haunts Open Tonight: Thursday, October 12, 2023
Haunt season is fully underway and ALL shows will be open this weekend! BUT, there are FIVE attractions that are open this evening, which will definitely have much shorter wait times. So, make your plans now to get your scream on! (Listed alphabetically) 13th Floor Haunted House in Schiller Park, IL Basement of the Dead in Aurora, IL Disturbia Haunted House in Downers Grove, IL HellsGate Haunted House in Lockport, IL Terror Roulette Horror Experience in South Barrington, IL AND stay tuned to all avenues of Haunted House Chicago for the latest happenings as we dive through another spooky season!...
Haunts Open Tonight: Monday, October 9, 2023
Today is one of those holiday Mondays that you MIGHT have off from work or school. What better way to celebrate than to join in some spine-chilling, frightening fun at THREE different haunted attractions that are open this evening! (Listed alphabetically) 13th Floor Haunted House in Schiller Park, IL Basement of the Dead in Aurora, IL The Old Joliet Haunted Prison in Joliet, IL Make sure you keep watching all of the Haunted House Chicago social media feeds for all the inside looks! #SupportYourLocalHauntedHouse #SpreadTheScream
Haunt Season is HERE!
Colder weather? Slight rain in the air? Some wind? Halloween movies all month on your favorite channels? Sounds like haunt season is officially here! That's right spooky kids; nearly all of your favorite Haunted Attractions are officially open for business! So, stay dry and screaming, as you support all the ghouls and goblins of the Chicagoland area. AND stayed tuned to our social media and website for the latest happenings as we cover the most magical time of the year! Make sure to look for us on your spooky travels for some free stuff! Check out our schedule here. #SupportYourLocalHauntedHouse...
Haunts Open Tonight: Thursday, October 5, 2023
October is here and nearly all shows will be open this weekend! BUT, there are FIVE attractions that are open this evening, which will definitely have much shorter wait times. So, make your plans now to get your spooky fix! (Listed alphabetically) 13th Floor Haunted House in Schiller Park, IL Basement of the Dead in Aurora, IL Disturbia Haunted House in Downers Grove, IL HellsGate Haunted House in Lockport, IL Terror Roulette Horror Experience in South Barrington, IL AND stayed tuned to all avenues of Haunted House Chicago for the latest happenings as we dive into another spooky season! #SupportYourLocalHauntedHouse...
Haunts Open This Weekend: September 29, 30, and October 1
Welcome back, Haunt Season! Can you feel the surge of haunts awakening from their off-season slumbers? October is just around the corner and there are 25 places open this weekend to get your spooky fix! (Listed alphabetically) Friday, September 29th 13th Floor Haunted House in Schiller Park, IL Abandoned Haunted House Complex in Mount Pleasant, WI Basement of the Dead in Aurora, IL Disturbia Haunted House in Downers Grove, IL Evil Intentions Haunted House in Elgin, IL Fear Fest in South Beloit, IL Hayride of Horror and Curse of the Bayou in Lockport, IL Heaps Haunted Corn Maze in Minooka,...