2019 Preseason Primer

Welcome back, haunters and hauntees! September has returned and with it all the amazing indicators of the impeding season ahead. Just like you, we await the doors of our favorite attractions to creak open and awaken the spirits from their long off-season slumber. Soon, the air will be filled with the sound of shrieks and screams; a symphony, indeed. As we prepare to embark on another exciting journey this Halloween season, here’s some news, updates, recaps, and a little preview of what to expect for 2019. Queue up the Fear Inoculum, grab two scoops of USS Butterscotch, and strap-in for...

This Summer, get a dose of Halloween in June! Haunted Hills Hospital presents: “The Vile Bros. Summer Circus of Sin!”

JAX and his crew have decided to create a Battle Royale to recruit new clowns to join his twisted Circus of Sin! What better place to find the craziest of the crazy than the cursed halls of Hills Hospital. Travel through and watch the mayhem unfold. Who knows, maybe you will get to join in on the fun. Just be sure to not lose yourself to the insanity of the clown hijinks! The Summer Circus of Sin is a clown haunt like you've never seen! Don't miss your chance to face some of the most terrifying clowns out there! This...

Spring Haunting 2019

    The snow is finally melting, and the temps begin to climb out of the cellar. As the deep freeze releases its hold on Chicago, local Haunts are springing back to help their monsters and patrons warm up with some good-ol-fashioned fear! Pick your poison: un-Lucky Leprechauns or eerie Easter Bunnies? Here’s a listing of all the attractions within 100-miles of Chicago that are producing special Spring haunting experiences.(Listed in alphabetical order)   Basement of the Dead presents: “Leprechaunted House” Aurora, Illinois Friday, March 15th, and Saturday, March 16th https://basementofthedead.com/ Haunted Hills Hospital presents: “St. Patrick’s Revenge: Curse of...

St. Patrick’s Revenge: Curse of the Celtic Witch at Haunted Hills Hospital, March 9 & 16, 2019

On March 17, 1819, a woman by the name of Abigael McDougan was burned at the stake by the early settlers of Hills Hollow, due to their belief that she was a witch. As she burned, she put a curse on the town of Hills Hollow that she would return. Time passed and the community forgot about Abigael and her curse. Hills Hospital was eventually built on the ancient grave yard that she was buried in. The evil energy from the torture of the patients has awakened her spirit and she has returned to seek her vengeance and has brought...

Haunted Valentines 2019

The love of fright fills our hearts! As ice covers our land, Cupid’s zombie cousin flutters from its crypt once again for another holiday season of love and screams. Here’s a listing of all the attractions within 100-miles of Chicago that are producing special Valentine’s Day haunting experiences. Grab that special someone and get ready to share the love! (Listed in alphabetical order) 13th Floor Chicago presents: “Love Bites: A Valentine’s Haunted House” Melrose Park, Illinois Friday, February 15th, and Saturday, February 16th https://valentineshauntedhouses.com/chicago/ Basement of the Dead presents: “Valentine’s Day in Wonderland” Aurora, Illinois Friday, February 15th, and Saturday,...

Midwest Haunters Convention 2019 Haunt Tours Announced!

Join us in Chicagoland for the Midwest Haunters Convention this June! MHC is excited to announce the haunted houses that will be on the 2019 MHC Haunt Tours, June 6th & 7th (Thursday & Friday); final details and pricing will be announced soon, and the following attractions will be on the tour: Thursday, June 6 D.E.A.D. Rising https://www.deadrisinghauntedhouse.com Dead Rising Haunted House is an old school, in-your-face haunt. They build all of their own props and sets for a uniquely terrifying experience. Midnight Terror Haunted House http://midnightterrorhauntedhouse.com Midnight Terror Haunted House is a company with 20 years experience in the...