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From the inside scoop on all of Illinois's biggest, most exciting haunts, to a look into this Halloween Season's Hottest Trends, Festive DIY Projects, Scary Movies, and more IllinoisHauntedHouses.com's Blog covers more than just haunted houses! If you love all things Halloween all year long, then you've come to the right place - check out our posts below and stay in the know about the best local Halloween fun happening in Illinois 365 days a year!

Celebrate the Arrival of October by Visiting Illinois Haunted Attractions this Weekend!
Celebrate the Arrival of October by Visiting Illinois Haunted Attractions this Weekend!

October 05, 2018

October is finally here, and that means even more Halloween Fun is happening across Illinois this weekend!

It's Almost October! Find Out What Haunts Are Open this Weekend!
It's Almost October! Find Out What Haunts Are Open this Weekend!

September 27, 2018

October is right around the corner which means tons of local Haunted Attractions here in Illinois are preparing for full Halloween mode!

Illinois Haunts Are Gearing Up for the 2018 Halloween Season!
Illinois Haunts Are Gearing Up for the 2018 Halloween Season!

September 20, 2018

September is already coming to an end in less than two weeks, which means the Halloween Season is pretty much in full swing for Illinois Haunted...

The Spooky Season is Getting Creepingly Close!
The Spooky Season is Getting Creepingly Close!

September 13, 2018

September is in full swing which means a ton of Haunted Attractions here in Illinois are preparing for the Halloween Season!

Experience Pure Madness this Halloween Season at Midnight Terror Haunted House!
Experience Pure Madness this Halloween Season at Midnight Terror Haunted House!

July 31, 2018

IllinoisHauntedHouses.com recently sat down with Justin Cerniuk of Midnight Terror Haunted House, to discuss what's new at Midnight Terror Haunted...

Independence Day Fireworks Special Offer from Goodtimes Fireworks
Independence Day Fireworks Special Offer from Goodtimes Fireworks

June 19, 2018

Are you looking to celebrate Independence Day with a big bang and beautifully lit night sky? Make a run to Goodtimes Fireworks now with this ad.

Strengthen Romance with Scare This Valentine’s Day at a Wonderland Themed Haunted House
Strengthen Romance with Scare This Valentine’s Day at a Wonderland Themed Haunted House

January 21, 2018

For the third year, Basement of the Dead brings to you a new way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your sweetheart.

Experience a Valentine’s Haunted House Where Love Bites!
Experience a Valentine’s Haunted House Where Love Bites!

January 20, 2018

Love comes in all shapes, sizes, and forms.

Five Lowkey Ways to Tie Halloween Into Your Christmas Decor on the DL
Five Lowkey Ways to Tie Halloween Into Your Christmas Decor on the DL

December 01, 2017

Just because Halloween has come and gone doesn't mean you need to stop celebrating!

Extras Needed for Halloween Reboot - Set to Begin Filming this January
Extras Needed for Halloween Reboot - Set to Begin Filming this January

November 29, 2017

Fans are waiting as patiently as possible for the 2018 Halloween reboot, interested to find out just how its writers will deliver.

Christmas Horror Flicks to Ring in The Season With Thanksgiving Weekend
Christmas Horror Flicks to Ring in The Season With Thanksgiving Weekend

November 22, 2017

Thanksgiving is just a day away, and while most people might be getting in the holiday spirit with some Christmas tunes and holiday classics, if...

Stephen King's 'Pet Sematary' is Coming Back to Life in Remake
Stephen King's 'Pet Sematary' is Coming Back to Life in Remake

November 17, 2017

The recent remake of Stephen King's IT, which was released this past September, was a box office hit.

Stay the Night in One of Illinois' Haunted Hotels - If You Dare!
Stay the Night in One of Illinois' Haunted Hotels - If You Dare!

November 10, 2017

Illinois is known for a lot of things, including being home to the tallest building in North America, The Sears Tower.

How Likely Are You to Die in a Horror Flick? Find Out Based on Your Name!
How Likely Are You to Die in a Horror Flick? Find Out Based on Your Name!

November 07, 2017

The Short List has let us know that you may not have a chance as a character in a horror flick, depending on your name.

Simpsons Tree House of Horrors XXVIII Serves Up Classic Simpsons Humor & Scary Good Fun
Simpsons Tree House of Horrors XXVIII Serves Up Classic Simpsons Humor & Scary Good Fun

November 06, 2017

Have you had a chance to catch The Simpsons annual Tree House of Horrors Halloween Special yet?

IllinoisHauntedHouses.com - Attractions Still Delivering Scares this Weekend!
IllinoisHauntedHouses.com - Attractions Still Delivering Scares this Weekend!

November 02, 2017

Halloween has come and gone but tons of Haunted Attractions throughout Illinois are still celebrating by stirring up some serious scares this weekend.

Jimmy Kimmel Pranks His Own Daugher with 'We Ate All of Your Halloween Candy' Prank This Halloween
Jimmy Kimmel Pranks His Own Daugher with "We Ate All of Your Halloween Candy" Prank This Halloween

November 02, 2017

This year, in addition to egging on parents across America to tell their kids that they "accidentally" ate all of their Halloween candy while they...

Halloween Urban Legends That Just Won't Die
Halloween Urban Legends That Just Won't Die

November 01, 2017

For generations, there's been hand wringing over the certain urban legends pertaining to trick or treating and Halloween, that have been perpetuated...

NICU Babies at Illinois Hospital Compete in Halloween Costume Contest
NICU Babies at Illinois Hospital Compete in Halloween Costume Contest

October 30, 2017

Advocate Children's Hospital in Oak Lawn dressed more than 30 preemie babies in costume and had them compete in a contest.

The Weekend's Hottest Attractions - IllinoisHauntedHouses.com!
The Weekend's Hottest Attractions - IllinoisHauntedHouses.com!

October 26, 2017

There's just one weekend of October left and Halloween is a couple days away!

Ghost Hunts USA to Host Overnight Tours at Haunted Ashmore Estates in 2018
Ghost Hunts USA to Host Overnight Tours at Haunted Ashmore Estates in 2018

October 25, 2017

The historic Ashmore Estates first opened its doors in 1916 and operated as an almshouse that was once part of the Coles County Poor Farm.

It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Why Halloween Season Is Our Absolute Fave
It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Why Halloween Season Is Our Absolute Fave

October 23, 2017

We're in the heart of the Halloween Season and the holiday is almost a week away.

Weekend Scares at Illinois's Haunted Attractions!
Weekend Scares at Illinois's Haunted Attractions!

October 19, 2017

We're getting creepingly close to Halloween and tons of attractions here in Illinois are delivering the terror to thrill-seekers.

Kit Kat Bars Ousted as Illinois' Most Popular Halloween Candy
Kit Kat Bars Ousted as Illinois' Most Popular Halloween Candy

October 19, 2017

Halloween is right around the corner, and as you head to the stores to buy your Halloween sweets for trick or treaters, you might be wondering -...

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