It's that time of year again - the time when all those spooky haunted attractions start popping up to celebrate the season of Halloween.
This year, Boston is starting a new tradition when it comes to such things. It's called the Wicked Haunt Fest, an immersive experience for the whole family.
“With a variety of state-of-the-art theatrical elements, Wicked Haunt Fest is going to impress even the most discerning Halloween enthusiasts," the festival's creative director, Carl Rugato, said in a written statement. "From intricate set designs and professional scare actors to state-of-the-art animatronics and immersive lighting, every aspect of the spirited experiences have been crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail. Visitors can expect to be transported to a fully realized festive world. Wicked Haunt Fest is poised to redefine what a Halloween event can be, setting a new standard for immersive, high-production-value haunts in Boston and beyond."
Here's what you need to know about the event.
When is Wicked Haunt Fest?
The event starts next week, running from Sept. 29 through Nov. 3.
Where will it be held?
It will be held at Hood Park in Charlestown.
A release on the event states, "Spanning two-acres, the property will come to life with over 300 skeletons, 20-foot props, suspended de?cor, lighting, themed music and projection imaging."
What are the hours?
The festival will be open weekdays from 4-11 p.m. and on weekends from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
What are some more details on Wicked Haunt Fest?
According to a release on the event, "the festival's centerpiece will be three Hollywood-caliber haunted experiences, each with its own distinct storyline and theme. Each haunt will feature detailed pre-entry facades setting the scene before visitors step inside the walk-through enclosures, filled with 16-foot towering animatronics, atmospheric scare actors, and terrifying scares.
Aside from the haunted attractions, visitors can experience:
Will there be not-so-scary things to do at the festival?
Yes. The following activities at the festival are geared toward families:
Where is the parking for the festival?
Visitors can park at the Hood Park Garage, located at 100 Hood Park Dr.
How much are tickets for the event?
Ticket options include general admission ($25-30); general admission and "Haunt Access" ($50-60); or Spectral Speed Fast Passes ($70-90), "which allows guests to skip the line and head right to the scare," according to a release on the event. Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.bostonswickedhauntfest.com/bostons-wicked-haunt-fest.
Where can more be learned about the Wicked Haunt Fest?
For more information, visit www.bostonswickedhauntfest.com or follow along on social at @bostonwickedhauntfest on Instagram and TikTok.