First Day of Fall
Haunt Fans! Can you believe we had a harvest moon this week, the weather finally dipped below 70, the rain started, AND today is the first day of Fall? This can mean only one thing: Haunt Season is here! Here's all the haunted attractions open this weekend to get your spooky fix! Friday, September 24th 13th Floor Haunted House Chicago in Schiller Park, IL (Opening Night!) Basement of the Dead in Aurora, IL (Opening Night!) Disturbia Haunted Attraction in Downers Grove, IL (Opening Night!) Evil Intentions Haunted House in Elgin, IL (Opening Night!) Hoppers Haunted House in Rockford, IL (Opening...
Sneak Peek Weekend
Haunt Fans! Are you ready for the season to begin? Well, consider your wish granted! This weekend, there are THREE places to get your spooky fix! Friday, September 17th Niles Haunted Scream Park in Niles, MI Twisted Crypt Haunted House in Rockford, IL Saturday, September 18th Niles Haunted Scream Park in Niles, MI Twisted Crypt Haunted House in Rockford, IL Six Flags Great America Fright Fest in Gurnee, IL Sunday, September 19th Six Flags Great America Fright Fest in Gurnee, IL #SupportYourLocalHauntedHouse #SpreadTheScream
2021 Preseason Primer
(Last Updated: 9/13/2021) Great Caesar’s Ghost! Has it really been two years? While we gear-up annually to serve the haunted house community of Chicago since 1999, COVID-19 certainly had other plans for us and caused us to sit-out 2020. We have missed you, are definitely sick of our couches, and are beyond excited to be back! We can’t wait to join you screaming at the best attractions anywhere! As we prepare to embark on another exciting journey this Halloween season, let’s catch-up on some news, updates, recaps, and a little preview of what to expect for 2021. Queue up the...
HellsGate Open House AND Vaccination Site
Zombie Army Productions & HellsGate Haunted House have teamed with the Will County Department of Health to host a pop-up COVID-19 vaccination site! They are inviting all haunters, cast, crew, friends and family, to an open house on Saturday, September 4th, from 3:00pm-7:00pm at HellsGate Haunted House for games, food, backstage tours, and a quick jab from a medical professional! Zombie Army’s goal is to have the MAJORITY of their paid staff vaccinated for the Halloween season, as they are striving to do everything possible to ensure the safety of guests and staff. Fun Fact: HellsGate is even offering a...
Haunted House Chicago remembers Jason Ciszewski
We are heartbroken to hear of the sudden passing of one of the best humans we have had the honor of meeting and calling a friend. Jason Ciszewski, co-operator of The Catacombs of St. Pascal's Church in Chicago, IL, was a true delight to all and easily brightened-up any room he entered, simply with his presence. He was a dedicated volunteer and haunter, a deeply passionate friend, husband and father. He was loved and will be missed by all. On behalf of the entire team at Haunted House Chicago, we send our sincerest sympathies to Jason’s family and friends, Michelle,...
Looking for a Spectacularly Spooky Wedding Venue? HellsGate Haunted House Has You Covered!
Wedding Dates are Filling Fast! It’s Wedding Season and HellsGate Haunted House has everything you need to make your special day extra memorable. Invite your guests to our 1920’s mansion on the hill and celebrate the night away in our 3,000 sq ft. party space. Our party planners will help you design your unique event, but don’t wait to long as dates are filling fast! For more information: https://www.hellsgate.com/private-events.html