Knott’s #ScaryFarm 2016 Preview

The kids are back to school, which means one thing – fall is just around the corner. And fall means another thing! Not just pumpkin spice everything, but Halloween. And that all means that Knott’s Scary Farm is just around the corner.

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Just a day ago, Knott’s released all the information on this year’s shows, mazes and scare zones. It’s gonna be a fun one. I’m not gonna lie, a scary one too, but very fun!

Knott’s Scary Farm is the largest, most haunting Halloween experience in Southern California, with endless mazes and shocking surprises in store for 2016. New this year, the legendary Headless Horseman and his army of undead creatures ready to unleash a reign of terror in the new scare zone, The Hollow. Fight off demon samurais within the depths of purgatory in the latest maze, Shadow Lands. That’s right, a samurai maze! Check out this samurai sword for sale to fight off the bad samurais.

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Elvira, the legendary Mistress of the Dark, returns to Knott’s Scary Farm in a spectacular nightly show, Elvira’s Danse Macabre. Knott’s Scary Farm and Elvira go together like PB&J!

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A maze we really enjoyed last year and that’s back again with new surprises is Paranormal Inc. Guests follow an all new investigation at a haunted abandoned asylum. The detail and surprises in this maze had never been seen before at Knott’s Scary Farm. We can’t wait to see what this year holds. Paranormal (no background)

With 13 haunted attractions and more than 1,000 monsters roaming the park and lurking in the fog, whatever you’re imagining, it’s here…at Knott’s Scary Farm. Visit KnottsScaryFarm.com for tickets and join the conversation using #ScaryFarm

Knott’s Scary Farm is a separately ticketed event on 24 nights September 22 through October 31. Due to the explicit and frightening nature of the event, it is not recommended for children under 13. If your kids are like mine and love the Paranormal Activity films and all the Halloween movies with Michael Myers, they will do just fine here!

Disney Sunday – Top 3 Reasons to Attend Mickey’s Halloween Party

Back to school means that fall is almost here, which also brings our favorite holiday, Halloween! Beginning September 23 and running select Monday, Wednesday and Friday night’s is the return of Mickey’s Halloween Party.

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We’ve been attending this party for years and I have forgotten how many times we have attended. Below are the top 3 reasons why you should attend Mickey’s Halloween Party:

It’s the only time when adults are allowed to wear costumes in the park. These days, it seems like adults of all ages are into cosplay and costumes, but only during Mickey’s Halloween Party, are adults permitted to be in full costume.
Trick or Treating inside Disneyland. There are treat stations located throughout the park with both candy and healthy treat options.
The unique entertainment: Halloween Screams Fireworks – A super fun Halloween firework show presented only during Mickey’s Halloween Party. Disney Villains at Village Square – available for photos and handshakes. Cadaver Dans – the Dapper Dans don their dead apparel and sing festive tunes throughout the night.

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Tickets begin at $79 and are on sale now. Many nights sell out early, especially the Friday nights. Under age 3 do not need a ticket. More information can be found here.

Happy Halloween!

The kiddos ready to trick-or-treat their hearts out!

Happy Halloween everyone! Here are some great tips from the CDC for safe trick-or-treating:

Swords, knives, and other costume accessories should be short, soft, and flexible.

Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult.

Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you.

Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before eating them. Limit the amount of treats you eat.

Hold a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and others see you. WALK and don’t run from house to house.

Always test make-up in a small area first. Remove it before bedtime to prevent possible skin and eye irritation.

Look both ways before crossing the street. Use crosswalks wherever possible.

Lower your risk for serious eye injury by not wearing decorative contact lenses.

Only walk on sidewalks whenever possible, or on the far edge of the road facing traffic to stay safe.

Wear well-fitting masks, costumes, and shoes to avoid blocked vision, trips, and falls.

Eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid eating homemade treats made by strangers.

Enter homes only if you’re with a trusted adult. Only visit well-lit houses. Never accept rides from strangers.

Never walk near lit candles or luminaries. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes.

We hope everyone has a safe and fun Halloween. It’s a rare treat to actually have Halloween fall on a Saturday. We expect lots of kids in our neighborhood, how about you?