Haunted Attraction Network

To put it mildly, 2020 has been a rough year and the haunt industry is no different. We're all struggling mentally, physically and financially.

However, as haunt season 2020 kicks off, the signs have not been good. Despite well-written COVID plans and what appears to be good intentions, the haunt industry is beset by crushing queue lines, multiple shootings and haunts being forced to close after opening.

This has had an impact around here. We canceled this season and are dealing with the depression from that. However, the blues this year go deeper than that as we're reflecting on not just our fate, but the industry as a whole.

Yes, this is a depressing episode, but likely an important one.

This Week's Episode Includes:

Intro
Winner From Last Week
Question of the Week
Intro Into the Topic
How the Current Haunt Season is Going
Our Recent Haunt visit
Why We're Going to No More Haunts in 2020
What We ARE Doing
Revisit Quesation of the Week
Conclusions
All in all, this is a heavy but likely important episode that you do NOT want to miss.

Scott discusses the challenges and excitement of opening night at haunted attractions while paying homage to those who are unable or chose not to open this season. He then visits opening night at both "Creatures of the Night" at ZooTampa and "UNDead in the Water" at American Victory Ship in Tampa. "

Shawn Morse, from Shawn Morse FX and Stalker Farms, takes you through his procedure on keeping his guests and staff safe in a world full of germs. Whether it's COVID or the seasonal haunt crud, we should always take precautions when applying makeup.

Join our next Haunt Master Class at HauntersToolbox.com

Shawn Morse, from Shawn Morse FX and Stalker Farms, takes you through his procedure on keeping his guests and staff safe in a world full of germs. Whether it's COVID or the seasonal haunt crud, we should always take precautions when applying makeup.

Join our next Haunt Master Class at HauntersToolbox.com

Interview: Darryl swaps places today and discusses the pivot at Deadmonton Haunted House & Halloween Store in Canada.

News:
Immersive Haunt & Film Experience ‘Joe Bob’s Haunted Drive-In’ Coming to SoCal this October
https://www.allhallowsgeek.com/immersive-haunt-film-experience-joe-bobs-haunted-drive-in-coming-to-socal-this-october/

Hulu Welcomes October With A Haunted Immersive Online Experience & Outdoor Drive-In Event
https://www.allhallowsgeek.com/hulu-welcomes-october-with-a-haunted-immersive-online-experience-outdoor-drive-in-event/

Disneyland and Universal Studios ask Newsom not to finalize theme park reopening plans just yet
https://www.ocregister.com/2020/10/01/disneyland-and-universal-studios-ask-newsom-to-not-finalize-theme-park-reopening-plans-just-yet/

This week on Green Tagged: Florida governor lifts restrictions as Disney lays off workers; the CDC and White House disagree on “no-sail” guidelines; associations worldwide continue to plead for assistance; guests are on-edge and attractions must respond; and pandemic-resistant ideas.

Show Notes: https://greentaggedshow.com/theme-park-industry-news-green-tagged-oct3/

This week on Green Tagged: Florida governor lifts restrictions as Disney lays off workers; the CDC and White House disagree on “no-sail” guidelines; associations worldwide continue to plead for assistance; guests are on-edge and attractions must respond; and pandemic-resistant ideas.

Show notes: https://greentaggedshow.com/theme-park-industry-news-green-tagged-oct3/

The Witch takes over to whisper some spooky stories and haunted poems - get into the Halloween Spirit!

Interview: Spencer from Fear Factory Salt Lake City offers a mid-season check-in and some advice for haunts going into this weekend.

News 10.2
Sesame Place Adds Drive-Thru Attraction For Halloween 2020:
https://patch.com/pennsylvania/levittown/sesame-place-adds-drive-thru-attraction-halloween-2020

Castle Park will open Ghost Golf Halloween attraction Oct. 2
https://www.pe.com/2020/09/30/castle-park-will-open-ghost-golf-halloween-attraction-oct-2/

Consumer Excitement for Halloween 2020 Jumps 17 Points Going into October
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/consumer-excitement-for-halloween-2020-jumps-17-points-going-into-october-301139107.html

NY's Haunted Attractions Still Putting on Frightfully Fun Shows for Pandemic Halloween
https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/new-york-haunted-attractions-psych-up-safe-spooky-season-heres-a-list-of-what-to-do-this-covid-halloween/2618805/

The Fright Nights to kick-off at a new 82,000 sq. ft. factory in DeWitt
https://cnycentral.com/news/local/the-fright-nights-kick-off-at-a-new-82000-sq-ft-factory-in-dewitt

Interview: The Hauntline gives us a rundown of everything haunt happening in Southern California.
Watch Reviews from The Hauntline on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheHauntline/
Listen to The Hauntline Podcast: hauntline.com
The SoCal Haunt List is here: http://www.socalhauntlist.com/

Top Stories:
Is Halloween 2020 Canceled? These Cities and States Have New Trick-or-Treating Regulations
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/halloween-ideas/a33985792/is-halloween-canceled/

Mom Suing Disney Over Face Mask Policy Speaks Out
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/09/mom-suing-disney-face-mask-policy-speaks-rwb1

Fright Ride looking to hire seasonal workers
https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/fright-ride-2020-haunted-attraction-opens-oct-1/

Fantasy Island in England to launch Fear Island Oct. 10: https://www.lincolnshirelive.co.uk/news/local-news/fantasy-island-ingoldmells-fear-halloween-4554315

Frontier City in Oklahoma to hold HallowFest beginning Friday:
https://okcfox.com/news/local/frontier-citys-hallowfest-kicks-off-oct-2

Looking for a spooky outing? Colorado haunted houses say there's no need to be scared off this Halloween: https://gazette.com/woodmenedition/looking-for-a-spooky-outing-colorado-haunted-houses-say-theres-no-need-to-be-scared/article_728cb162-ff51-11ea-9cd3-cf989b6c9e98.html