River Valley Nightmare Haunted Trail and Halloween Experience
Fort Smith's River Valley Nightmare offers a 1/2 mile haunted trail with scare actors and musicians. This event provides frights for all ages.
What to Expect
20 acres of fear with a 1/2 mile haunted trail
Event Details
Duration
Gates open at 7 PM, trail opens at 8 PM, closes at Midnight.
Ages
No age restrictions, but recommended for ages 13+ due to scares.
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Haunters With Heart Incorporated
Food & Drink
Food and beverages available on-site.
Local Insight & Ratings
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Thrill-seekers and halloween enthusiasts
Vibe
Spooky, exciting, community-oriented
Energy Level
High
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $20 – Get tickets
- Accessibility: The trail is an outdoor event and asks attendees to wear closed-toe shoes. While the trail is maintained, it is in the woods.
- Pets: No pets allowed (service animals welcome)
Tips & Advice
- Wear closed-toe shoes as the trail is outdoors and located in the woods.
- Follow their social media (Instagram & Facebook) for exclusive discounts, contests, and giveaways.
- Consider purchasing a 'Front of Line' upgrade onsite if lines are long, as these are not sold in advance.
- In case of severe weather, closures will be announced via email, website, and social media; tickets will be valid for another night.
- If you get too scared, you can enjoy the concessions, fire pit, and live entertainment, but refunds are not provided once a ticket is purchased.
Special Events & Promotions
- Follow on Instagram and Facebook for discounts, contests, giveaways, and more.
- Front of Line upgrade available onsite.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What nights are you open?
They are open Fridays and Saturdays in October.
What are your hours?
The event opens at 7 PM, the trail opens at 8 PM, and the event closes at Midnight. Ticket sales end 1 hour before close.
What if I'm in line at Midnight?
If you are in line before midnight, you will still be allowed to experience the attraction.
What if it rains?
This is an outdoor event. In the event of severe weather, they will close the event and notify attendees via email, website, and social media. Tickets will be valid for any other night they are open.
Will the monsters touch me?
Their creatures are trained not to touch attendees, but incidental or accidental contact may occur. Attendees are asked not to touch the creatures.
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We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.