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\"\"Kansas City, MO \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Across the country, people are finding that a good scare can be surprisingly good for the soul. In a world of constant stress and screen overload, many are forgetting what it feels like to truly be alive. Between news cycles, government shutdowns, social media algorithms, and daily pressures, people are moving through life like zombies.<\/p>\n

America Haunts \u2014 the association of the nation\u2019s premier haunted attractions \u2014 says its members are reviving the human spirit, moving thrillseekers from stress and screentime to screams that heal.<\/p>\n

Mental health professionals agree that when we engage with\u00a0safe fear<\/em>\u00a0\u2014 such as the adrenaline spike from a haunted house \u2014 it can serve as an emotional reset. The sympathetic nervous system floods the body with adrenaline and cortisol, sharpening focus and heightening emotion. According to a\u00a0Wall Street Journal<\/a>\u00a0article on the benefits of scary experiences, \u201cwhen we\u2019re scared, our sympathetic nervous system \u2026 floods our body with adrenaline\u201d \u2014 a physiological jolt that, in the right context, can be cathartic.<\/p>\n

Mental health experts note that controlled fear releases endorphins, creating a sense of relief and exhilaration long after the screaming stops.<\/p>\n

As the Halloween season nears its end, America Haunts highlights some of the nation\u2019s most accessible and unforgettable haunted attractions \u2014 one (or more) within reach of nearly every major metro area. These are the 17 states where fright meets fun, fear becomes therapy, and visitors rediscover the joy of being alive.<\/p>\n

Top Haunts Reviving the Spirit of Halloween (and Humanity)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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CALIFORNIA:\u00a0<\/strong>Haunted Trail of Balboa Park<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 San Diego\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Closing Nov. 1<\/p>\n

A mile-long outdoor screamfest through the twisted trails of Balboa Park, where visitors face scenes so real it feels like stepping into a slasher film.<\/p>\n

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GEORGIA:\u00a0<\/strong>NETHERWORLD Haunted House<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Atlanta Metro<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 8<\/p>\n

Known for Hollywood-level special effects and monstrous animatronics, NETHERWORLD continues to set the bar for professional haunting nationwide.<\/p>\n

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KENTUCKY:\u00a0<\/strong>Talon Falls Scream Park<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 \u00a0Paducah Metro<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 1<\/p>\n

Combining haunted woods, horror sets, and live actors, Talon Falls delivers an immersive fright experience across a massive scream park to have fun while fueling nightmares.<\/p>\n

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LOUISIANA:\u00a0<\/strong>13th Gate<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Baton Rouge<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 8<\/p>\n

Famous for its movie-quality sets and bone-chilling realism, 13th Gate dares guests to journey through realms of terror that are like no other.<\/p>\n

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MARYLAND:\u00a0<\/strong>Bennett\u2019s Curse Haunted House<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Baltimore Metro<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 8<\/p>\n

A visual spectacle of gothic horror and creature design, Bennett\u2019s Curse is celebrated for its monstrous scale and electrifying energy.<\/p>\n

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MICHIGAN:\u00a0<\/strong>Erebus Haunted Attraction<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Detroit Metro\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Closing Nov. 2<\/p>\n

A record-breaking haunted house, Erebus\u2019 mad scientist traps guests in a four-story labyrinth of fear that is terrifyingly immersive, especially when they realize they\u2019re the experiment.<\/p>\n

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MICHIGAN:\u00a0<\/strong>Niles Scream Park<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Niles<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 8<\/p>\n

More than a haunted house, Niles is a Halloween theme park that reinvents its massive attractions each year with new nightmares \u2013 creating the unexpected at every turn.<\/p>\n

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MINNESOTA:\u00a0<\/strong>Dead End Hayrid<\/strong>e<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Minneapolis Metro\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Closing Nov. 2<\/p>\n

A terrifying trek through forest trails and ghostly barns, Dead End Hayride delivers a heart-pounding journey straight into the dark woods of terror.<\/p>\n

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MISSOURI:\u00a0<\/strong>Beast Haunted Attraction<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Kansas City Metro\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Closing Nov. 1<\/p>\n

MISSOURI:\u00a0<\/strong>Edge of Hell Haunted Attraction<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Kansas City Metro<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 1<\/p>\n

Located in the West Bottoms historic district alongside Macabre Cinema, these legendary haunts allow thrillseekers to prolong the fright by exploring all three \u2014 a Halloween rite of passage in Kansas City.<\/p>\n

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NEW HAMPSHIRE:\u00a0<\/strong>SpookyWorld<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Boston Metro \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Closing Nov. 1<\/p>\n

As one of New England\u2019s largest scream parks, SpookyWorld combines haunts, rides, and twisted fun for every flavor of fear for the best of times.<\/p>\n

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NEW YORK:\u00a0<\/strong>Headless Horseman Hayrides & Haunted Attractions<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 NYC Metro<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 1<\/p>\n

Experience the legend of the Headless Horseman with relentless scares, cinematic hayrides, and haunted villages that bring folklore to life.<\/p>\n

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NORTH CAROLINA:\u00a0<\/strong>Spooky Woods<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Greensboro\/High Point Metro<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 1<\/p>\n

A pioneer in the haunted attraction industry, Spooky Woods turns its natural forest into an eerie stage of immersive fear and larger-than-life storytelling.<\/p>\n

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OHIO:\u00a0<\/strong>Dent Schoolhouse<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Cincinnati<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 8<\/p>\n

This real abandoned schoolhouse turned haunted attraction tells the grisly legend of a murderous janitor, blending history and horror to perfection.<\/p>\n

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OHIO:\u00a0<\/strong>Factory of Terror<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Canton\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Closing Nov. 8<\/p>\n

A world record holder for size, Factory of Terror\u2019s sprawling corridors deliver industrial-sized scares and endless exhilarating screams.<\/p>\n

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PENNSYLVANIA:\u00a0<\/strong>B<\/strong>ates Motel & Haunted Hayride<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Philadelphia Metro<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 2<\/p>\n

Combining unbelievable haunt and hayride experiences with high-energy performances, Bates Motel combines the classic and cutting-edge to be at the top of frightful fun.<\/p>\n

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TEXAS:\u00a0<\/strong>Cutting Edge Haunted House<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Fort Worth<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Closing Nov. 1<\/p>\n

Set inside an abandoned meat-packing plant, Cutting Edge uses real industrial machinery for a relentless sensory overload and zombie drumline that drives the pulse of the show.<\/p>\n

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TEXAS:\u00a0<\/strong>Thrillvania<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Dallas Metro \u2013 Closing Nov. 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hidden among rugged landscapes and moonlit woods, Thrillvania turns fear into theater \u2014 with roaming monsters, haunted mansions, and outdoor scare zones that blur the line between reality and nightmare.<\/p>\n

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UTAH:\u00a0<\/strong>Nightmare on 13th<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Salt Lake City, U\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Closing Nov. 7<\/p>\n

Renowned for its elaborate sets and immersive storytelling, Nightmare on 13th transforms classic nightmares into new, terrifying experiences each season.<\/p>\n

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These attractions are more than just places to get scared \u2014 they\u2019re places to let go, embrace the darkness, and reconnect with the people who make life worth living.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe spend so much of our lives in fear of things we can\u2019t control,\u201d added Arnett-Bequeaith. \u201cHaunted houses flip that \u2014 they give you control over fear. You walk in, face it, and walk out stronger, lighter, and smiling. That\u2019s good for your mental health.\u201d<\/p>\n

Plan a scare that heals \u2014 and experience the best haunts in the country before the season ends.<\/p>\n

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About America Haunts<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

America Haunts is the national association of premier haunted attractions, setting the industry standard for safety, creativity, and innovation. Its members represent the most respected and recognized haunts in the U.S., bringing millions of visitors each Halloween season spine-chilling entertainment and an escape from the ordinary. Find all attractions, locations, and ticket links at\u00a0www.AmericaHaunts.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Stacey McBride<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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