Illustration of a foggy moonlit forest trail lined with gravestones, bare gnarled trees and glowing lanterns (Spooky World Presents Nightmare New England)
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Spooky World Presents Nightmare New England

Visitors journey through five haunted attractions, beginning with the Haunted Hayride and Nightmare in 3D before exploring Petrified, Asylum 47, and The Colony. The Monster Midway features fire pits, photo props, food concessions, a pumpkin bar, a beer garden, and music with a DJ and dancing. Entertainment also includes zombie paintball, axe throwing, psychic readings, and park activities like go-karts, mini golf, and batting cages.

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When

Tickets

Group discounts: $10 off for 20–50 people, $13 off for 51–150, and $16 off for 151+. Military, police, and first-responder discount: $8 off. BOGO tickets: buy one, get one free.

Hours

Arcade Building check-in: Sundays September 20, October 4, 11, 18, and 25, 3 to 6pm; Monday October 12, 3 to 6 pm; Thursdays October 15, 22, and 29, 5 to 6 pm; Fridays, 5 to 6 pm; Saturdays, 3 to 6 pm. Main Ticket Booth: Sundays September 20 and October 4, 6 to 10 pm; October 11, 6 to 11 pm; October 18 and 25, 5:30 to 10 pm; Monday October 13, 6:00 to 9:30 pm; Thursdays October 15, 22, and 29, 6 to 9:30 pm; Fridays September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 6 to 11 pm; Saturdays September 19, 26, October 3, and 10, 6 to 11 pm; October 17, 24, and 31, 5:30 to 11:00 pm; Sunday November 1, 5:30 to 10 pm. Attractions remain open 1 to 1.5 hours after the main Ticket Booth closes. VIP Funway Park activities begin at 3:00 pm on open Saturdays and Sundays and 5:00 pm on open Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Ages

Parents' discretion advised due to blood, gore, scares, and characters

Food & Drink

Food options include concessions and the Hungry Horror Cafe; drinks are available at the pumpkin bar, beer garden and The Last Shot Bar.

Parking

Free parking.

Accessibility

Indoor attractions have wooden floors and are wheelchair accessible, but the Haunted Hayride is not, and outdoor paths consist of rough dirt, rocks, and wood chips.

Pets

Only service animals are allowed; the organizer suggests they not go through the attractions.

Going?

Location

Mel's Funway Park · 454 Charles Bancroft Hwy, Litchfield, NH Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (4/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (2/5)

Best For

Teens and adults who enjoy haunted attractions and high-energy scares

Vibe

Spooky and lively

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive and check in at the Main Ticket Booth or Arcade Building at least 30 minutes before your reserved time slot.
  • Wear good walking shoes and dress for outdoor conditions, as navigation includes walking on unpaved woods trails, dirt, and gravel.
  • Costumes are permitted only on Halloween Night and November 1st, but masks, full-face makeup, and prop weapons are prohibited at all times.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A BOGO ticket offer is available September 18–20, 2026 only.
  • Groups of 20 or more can save up to $16 per ticket.
  • Petrified is new for the 2026 season.
  • Costumes are allowed only on Halloween Evening, October 31.

Links & Contact

Run by Mike Accomando and Wayne Caulfield

Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the actors or monsters touch guests?

On the Haunted Hayride, monsters may jump onto the trailer and possibly touch guests. Inside the other four haunted attractions, actors will not touch visitors.

Is the park open if it rains?

Yes, the event operates in the rain and provides free rain ponchos while supplies last. Severe or unsafe weather updates are posted on the park website and Facebook page.

Can guests bring service animals into the attractions?

Service animals are permitted on site, but due to loud noises, blasts, sirens, fog, strobe lights, and startle actors, it is recommended that they do not go through the attractions.

Are photography or videos allowed inside the haunts?

No photography, filming, or live streaming is permitted inside any of the haunted attractions, though photos are welcome throughout the outdoor areas.

Are strobe lights or electrical effects used?

Yes, strobe lights are used in select scenes with warning signs posted outside, and there is also an attraction featuring an electric shock effect.

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