Illinois Haunt Blog
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!
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!
January 20, 2018
Love comes in all shapes, sizes, and forms.
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
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
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
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!
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!
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
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!
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
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
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
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!
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
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
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!
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
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 -...
Don't Miss Out on This Weekend's Hottest Illinois Haunted Attractions!
October 12, 2017
Halloween Season is in full swing here in Illinois and IllinoisHauntedHouses.com has all the hottest Haunted Attractions that are open this weekend...
All New Scares Planned for Oak Lawn’s Midnight Terror Haunted House in 2017
October 10, 2017
October 10th, 2017 - Oak Lawn, IL - Last year, Midnight Terror Haunted House thrilled visitors by moving to a bigger, better location in Oak Lawn.
More Haunts Are Opening Their Doors for the Halloween Season Here in Illinois!
October 05, 2017
October is well underway, and the Halloween Fun isn't slowing down at all - this weekend, there's even more Haunted Houses, Spook Walks, Mazes, and...
IllinoisHauntedHouses.com | Check Out the Terrifying Fun Happening this Weekend in Illinois!
September 29, 2017
October arrives this Sunday and there are a number of Haunted Attractions here in Illinois that are delivering tons of terror for the Halloween...
Illinois's Best Haunted Houses, Farm Fun & More This Weekend!
September 21, 2017
The official start to the Fall Season is here and there are a ton of seasonal things to do well until Winter arrives.
Work at a Haunted Attraction Here in Illinois this Halloween Season!
July 24, 2017
As we enjoy the Summer time, the Halloween Season is creeping up on us.