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Haunted Houses, Hayrides, and All Things Frightening in the Area

August 18, 2023


We have put together a list of some of the best haunts in and around the Wiregrass Area. As with our all our Halloween list, we will be updating as more become available. Please bookmark our site HERE and check back often. 

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Greenville - Greenville Haunted Firehouse
Founded in 2003, the Greenville Haunted Firehouse is the brainchild of the firefighters of Greenville, Alabama. Grown through hard work and passion for the scaring every soul that enters the house, the men and women of this haunt crew spend all year preparing for the scare season. The attraction is open from 7 - 11 every Friday and Saturday night in October. The ticket prices are $7 and the t-shirts are $15. For those interested in an extra fright, we offer a teaser ball that includes up to 7 additional scare points throughout the house.
Voted the best Haunt in Alabama


 
COLUMBIA - Columbia Manor @ Columbia
Originally built in 1864, in Columbia, Alabama, which is recognized as one of the oldest surviving towns in Southeast Alabama, this structure has seen some major history. We invite you to travel back in time as former residents return from the afterlife accompanied by some familiar friends as you travel through their past abode now known as COLUMBIA MANOR.
N O T I C E: During peak times, Columbia Manor's wait time can be very extensive. Please be patient. We refuse to rush visitors through the haunt. We want each visitor to have the best experience possible. We provide entertainment to the extent possible including outside characters, movies, and the clown house tour


DOTHAN - Frightmares @ Dothan
Opens Mid Oct.   Doors open at 8:00 pm all the way through Halloween we will be open nightly. Ticket sales begin at 7:30. Come on out and finish the season out with us. Open Oct. 17, 18, 19,22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30 and 31st. 


DOTHAN  - RADIOAXTION @ AXTION AIR DOTHAN
Oct. 18  Radioaxtion will take place inside of Axtion Air, the 2nd largest trampoline park in the US. The Royal Valley Tribe moves tables and chairs to transform Axtion Air's concession area into a dance arena in the middle of the facility! We will also be hosting a few memorable moments, including a costume contest for your early worms.

 

ENTERPRISEZombie Hunt @ Brother In Arms Paintball
The Carroll High School JROTC Battalion is hosting a spooky Halloween fundraiser along with our sponsor, Brother In Arms Paintball. The event will take place at 4197 W US-84 Enterprise every Friday and Saturday from Oct. 4th to Oct. 27th. Armed with customized weapons that fire glow-in-the-dark paintballs, you and the other zombie hunters will make your way through the woods where there are confirmed reports of zombies. We invite you to join us under the light of the October moon for an entire evening of fun for only $15 per person! Bring your friends and escape the dead while supporting your local JROTC!  Cost  $15.00


ENTERPRISE -  ENTERPRISE - 2ND ANNUAL "A HAUNTING ON COLLEGE STREET @ ECTC
Oct 18 - 19 7:00 PM - 11:59 PM Get ready for the 2nd Annual "A Haunting on College Street" is an adult and teen haunted house in the basement of Enterprise Career & Technology Center.  Admission will be $10.00 per person.Snacks and drinks will be available to purchase. All proceeds will go to the continued restoration of the Enterprise Career & Technology Center building.


ENTERPRISEHalloween Corner
We're open tonight and from here on out until Halloween. 6-10 PM weekends and 6-9 PM during the week.


FORT RUCKER - Haunted Barn  
For a frighteningly good time, join us for the Haunted Barn at the Fort Rucker Riding Stables on October  25 - 26 from 7 pm – 10 pm. This spooky haunted barn will thrill those adventurous ones, so keep your eyes open as you never know what’s around the corner. Open to the public. There will be food and beverages including water, soft drinks, beer, and wine. Not recommended for children 13 and younger.  For more information, please contact the Fort Rucker Riding Stables at +1 (334) 255-0021.  Cost  $5 per person (cash only)


DOTHAN - FRIGHT NIGHT: A HAUNTING NIGHT AT THE THEATER @ PATTI RUTLAND JAZZ
Fright Night: A Haunting Night at the Theater is a Patti Rutland Jazz production, October 14th- 19th at the Patti Rutland Jazz Dance Center. Werewolves howl by the moon’s pale light, Patti Rutland Jazz has planned quite a fright! The award-winning dance company, Patti Rutland Jazz, is thrilled to announce the return of their sold-out hit, Fright Night! This dance concert is like no other as audience members will be given a tour through a haunted house of dance where each room transports you into another world of haunted cinema. Fright Night is an invitation to be amazed as PRJ brings back something one of a kind to the Wiregrass with this creative and clever event, a haunted house of dance! Recommended for audiences ages 12 and up.



TRAVEL WORTHY - Montgomery - Humane Society's Annual Haunted House @ Montgomery Humane Society
Opening Days October 18, 19, 25, 26 and 31st 2019. All shows start at 7:30 pm to 11:00! Disclaimer: There is no age limit, however, is not wise to bring very young children such as toddlers or younger. If you bring young children or if anyone cannot make it through the entire event there are no refunds. The suggested age is 10 and over!



TRAVEL WORTHY - PCB - Haunted Walking Tour @ Historic Downtown Panama City
Join us for mystery, fun, murder, and hauntings. Come explore the darker side of Historic Downtown Panama City on Friday, October 18 and 19, 2017. This one hour guided tour combines spooky history, paranormal evidence, and Halloween fun! Tours will run every 15 minutes starting at 6 pm and be ending at 10 pm. Tickets are $10 and will be available for purchase on the day of the event at the tour starting point at 413 Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL 32401. Ticket will include: - Armband - One Hour Haunted Tour - Discounts at various Historic Downtown Panama City Merchants



Haunted Hayrides

NEWVILLE -   NEWVILLE - HAUNTED HAYRIDE, TRICK OR TREAT, EXOTIC ANIMALS @ OUTSKIRTS OF HEAVEN EXOTIC ANIMAL PARK
Are you brave enough? If you think you can handle it you can load up in a trailer take a hayride, and get a tour of the back 20 acres.  Legend is that what we keep seeing and hearing back there are patients that escaped from a mental hospital.  You decide for yourself...if you make it through the tour.  We will also have other family-friendly activities!  General admission - FREE    Haunted hayride - $7.00   Pony ride - $5.00   Petting zoo large animals - free   Petting zoo baby/small animals "allowed to enter enclosure" - $1.00   Animal feed - $1.00 
Games - FREE    Face painting - varies  Oct. 19, 25, 26, and 31 at 7:00 PM


TRAVEL WORTHY - Montgomery - Zoo Boo @ Montgomery Zoo
ZooBoo: Haunted Hay Ride and Pumpkin Pull. Event Description: Join us for 11 nights of horror and fun at Zoo Boo. Climb aboard the thrill ride of a life time Haunted Hay Ride or mosey on over to the Pumpkin Pull for a good, old fashioned, non-scary, traditional hayride. Enjoy games, bouncy castles, concessions and much more at Zoo Boo. Gates open nightly at 6 pm, and the first Haunted Hay Ride will pull out at dusk.


 
TRAVEL WORTHY - Blakely, GA
Hay Ride and Haunted House @ Kolomoki Mounds State 
Meet at the Visitor Center for a hayride around the park and trick or treating in the campground starting at 5 - 8 pm, Oct 26th. Then at 8 pm join us for our haunted hayride. Meet at the Visitor Center as we load up for a hayride to trick-or-treat around the campground. As you wait enjoy fall crafts and games. Concessions will be sold. Admission includes hayride, train rides, face painting, games, and crafts. $1 per parent and $5 per child. Parent fee is waived if you bring a canned good for the food bank.  Admission: $1-$5 Parking fee: $5
Event Phone: 229-724-2150


Happening One Time Only

ASHFORD  TRICK OR TREAT @ ASHFORD RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Come and enjoy a safe and family-friendly Halloween event with trick or treating and fellowship at the Ashford Recreation Park! There will be bouncy houses, live entertainment, music, a haunted house, costume contests, games and concessions available.

BRUNDIDGE - HAUNTED LIBRARY @ TUPPER LIGHTFOOT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Oct 29th. Admission: $1   Through the doors into the screen Hold your breath Try not to be seen In the dark, they’re trying to find you Don’t turn around something’s behind you Join us, Tuesday, October 29th at 6 pm, for a Haunted Library that will chill you to the bone.

ENTERPRISE - HAUNTED TRICK OR TREAT @ WEST GATE SHOPPING CENTER ENTERPRISE
October 31st join us out at West Gate for our haunted trick or treat!

OZARK2ND ANNUAL TRUNK OR TREAT BLOCK PARTY @ THE RACETRACK Haunted Train Ride Oct. 31st
This is a Free Fun Safe Event for the kids on Halloween!!! Bring the kids!!! Haunted Train Ride, Truck or Treat, Inflatables, Candy Drop, Costume Contest and MORE