Venture into the heart of Acton's Halloween madness with our all-encompassing guide, featuring the most hair-raising events and supernatural spectacles. Discover Acton's haunted harmonics with our guide, a tuning fork for resident banshees and acoustic adventurers.
One of the standout attractions this season is Barrett's Haunted Mansion, where eerie rooms and spine-tingling tales intertwine to create an unforgettable experience. The Factory of Terror - Fall River brings a different aspect of fear with its chilling maze and shocking surprises at every turn. And you definitely don't want to miss Witch's Woods, where the enchanting yet eerie atmosphere sets the perfect backdrop for a spooky evening. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Acton
- Witch's Woods (Westford)
- Barrett's Haunted Mansion (Abington)
- Fear Town (Seekonk)
- Factory of Terror - Fall River (Fall River)
- - **Halloween showing of The Lost Boys** (Shrewsbury)
- Fear on the Farm at McCrays Farm (South Hadley)
- Nightmare at NARA
- Kids Halloween Disco (Hereford)
- Halloween Kids Tea Party
- Halloween Theme (Worcester)
See these and even more events listed below!
Acton Area Haunted Experiences
Witch's Woods
What to Expect:
Immersive haunted experience with a 20-minute hayride through haunted woods and access to six haunted attractions.
Description:
Witch's Woods is a haunted hayride and Halloween screampark located at Nashoba Valley Ski Area. The event features a 20-minute hayride through haunted woods, along with access to six haunted attractions, including Castle Morbid and 3D Keeper's Crypt. The experience includes carnival rides and is not recommended for children under six years old. Guests must arrive within a 15-minute window of their selected start time to redeem their tickets.
Where: Westford | More Info: Witch's Woods
Barrett's Haunted Mansion
What to Expect:
Immersive horror experience with live actors and elaborate psychological and physical trials.
Description:
Barrett's Haunted Mansion in Abington, Massachusetts, is celebrating its 33rd season with a theme of "The Game Master." This notorious kidnapper forces victims into twisted games of survival, testing their wits, endurance, and will to live. The attraction features live actors, state-of-the-art horror effects, and an outdoor experience called "Condemned," where guests navigate through a post-apocalyptic scene with altered survivors known as "Coulro-Sapiens."
Where: Abington | More Info: Barrett's Haunted Mansion
Halloween Theme
What to Expect:
The Haunted Speakeasy offers an immersive 1920s-themed haunted mansion experience with live music, burlesque performances, and Prohibition Era cocktails.
Description:
Experience an immersive 1920s-themed haunted mansion party at the historic Worcester Art Museum. The Haunted Speakeasy transforms into a spooky and glamorous setting with 1920s music, burlesque performances, and Prohibition Era cocktails. Guests are encouraged to dress in Ghastly Gatsby attire for an authentic experience. Enjoy a night of haunting fun with specters from Worcester's ghostly past.
Where: Worcester | More Info: Halloween Theme
Factory of Terror - Fall River
What to Expect:
Immersive haunted experience with realistic special effects and horror actors in a historic 125-year-old factory setting.
Description:
Factory of Terror in Fall River offers a chilling experience within the historic walls of a 125-year-old factory. Guests are transported into a realm where nightmares come to life, with realistic, detailed rooms featuring cutting-edge special effects and horror actors in professionally applied make-up and prosthetics. This haunted attraction promises an unparalleled journey into the heart of fear, making it a must-visit for Halloween enthusiasts.
Where: Fall River | More Info: Factory of Terror - Fall River
Fear Town
What to Expect:
A massive outdoor haunted attraction with three haunted houses and over 45 minutes of fear.
Description:
Fear Town is a massive outdoor haunted attraction located deep in the woods at Seekonk Speedway. This terrifying journey takes you through run-down buildings that have been hidden for decades, with monsters coming at you from all angles. The event features three haunted houses, offering over 45 minutes of fear. With timed tickets and a variety of ticket options, including discounts for online purchases, Fear Town promises an unforgettable experience.
Where: Seekonk | More Info: Fear Town
Nightmare at NARA
What to Expect:
Immersive haunted trail experience with an agricultural twist.
Description:
Nightmare at NARA is a haunted trail walk in the park where an unknown evil has taken over NARA. The Acton Recreation Department's agricultural business has gone mad, with farmers and large creatures causing many accidents. A cemetery for the workers has become unsafe, and the undead walk the grounds at night. The Recreation Department hired a circus to uplift these events, but the circus seems peculiar, and many audience members have gone missing. NARA invites you to help solve the mystery of these strange events.
Where: Acton | More Info: Nightmare at NARA
Fear on the Farm at McCrays Farm
What to Expect:
Immersive haunted attractions with a variety of terrifying experiences.
Description:
Experience Fear on the Farm at McCray's Farm, where the terror begins on September 28th and continues every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October. Enjoy the Monster Mash Haunted Hayride, Massacre Manor, and The D.O.N.G.R.F, with the ticket box office opening at 6:30 PM and attractions starting at 7:00 PM. This event offers a thrilling Halloween experience with plenty of safe, free parking available.
Where: South Hadley | More Info: Fear on the Farm at McCrays Farm
Kids Halloween Disco
What to Expect:
A haunted celebration with a variety of spooky activities and entertainment.
Description:
Join Jelleyman's Mill for a spooky Halloween party designed for children aged 0-11. The event features a haunted atmosphere with the Hall of Horrors, a deadly DJ, a bat-filled buffet, and ghoulish games. This 2.5-hour event promises to be a thrilling experience for kids and families.
Where: Hereford | More Info: Kids Halloween Disco
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Halloween Kids Tea Party
What to Expect:
A themed afternoon tea experience inspired by the Harry Potter series, featuring entertainment and activities.
Description:
Join the English Rose Tea Room for a magical Harry Potter Halloween celebration. Enjoy fun entertainment from Hagrid, a "Potter-inspired" Afternoon Tea, gifts, and trivia challenges. All guests are expected to come dressed in their best wizarding attire, with muggles and wizards alike welcome. This event promises a delightful and immersive experience for both children and adults.