Haunted Attraction Network

Mikey interviews Mark Jardine, the Marketing Manager for Mad About Horror. They discuss the range of horror items M.A.H sell, how the company has grown over the years, and delve into the work M.A.H has accomplished along side UK Scream Parks such as Hallowscream and Thorpe Park Fright Nights. Check out their website here: www.madabouthorror.co.uk Watch our latest ScareCam vlog episodes: https://yo...

In this podcast episode, we chat with Tony Brueski on How to Get More People to your Haunted Attraction and valuable Tips that you can implement this season. Tony also hosts two podcasts about real ghosts stories, so of course we had to discuss a few of our favorite paranormal encounters. Have you ever had any experiences with any ghosts?

ast week, we were late because we paid a visit to the Paranormal Cirque, this week, we're recounting that visit but with a haunter's eye as we look at some lessons that other (non-traveling) haunted attractions can learn. Please bear in mind that, though we try to keep this spoiler-free, someone it may be considered spoiler-ish. We tried to keep big surprises hidden but some of you are better at f...

This week on Haunt Weekly it's time to do the news! And what a month of news we have for you with stories from all over the world, including new attractions, attractions reopening and one that had an unexpected closing. We also have two Halloween Horror Nights announcements and a couple of great new ways to make money from your haunt year-round. In short, this is one jam-packed news month so let's...

Where do ideas come from? What makes someone creative? How do I get better ideas? Discover the process and best practices behind brainstorming in this episode.

ast week's episode was something of a downer. Luckily, this week we get to be a bit more optimistic as we talk about all of the signs that show the haunt industry's future is looking bright. Admittedly, this episode was a bit more difficult to research than I had planned but there are some very clear signs that the haunt industry, in spite of its challenges, is doing well and will likely still be...

The ScareTrack team were invited to Shrewsbury Prison to try and escape BR-EXIT, Immersive Events brand new escape room. Book your tickets here: https://www.imevents.global/brexit Watch our latest ScareCam vlog episodes: https://youtube.com/scaretrack You can support the show here: https://patreon.com/ScareTrack ScareTrack merchandise can be found here: https://smart-fx.co.uk/smart-artists/.. . So...

Experiential Marketing Experiences are increasing in number and complexity. Some experimental marketing campaigns are nearly identical to attractions! We discuss the benefits and threats posed by this new form of campaign. A quick overview of the different ones that we have experienced: The Twilight Zone Pop-Up at The Grove Smallfoot IT Experience Ready Player One Guinness Brewery Tour Knott’s Sca...

It's audition season for most haunted attractions, so Scott decided to dedicate an episode to tips and tricks for auditioning. (Actually, these work for most audition situations so you might want to share this episode with your "theatrical" friends.)

ScareTrack Host Hannah gives her full in-depth review of the brand new Dungeon at the Alton Towers Resort. Get your tickets to Alton Towers and the Dungeons here: www.altontowers.com Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/scaretrack ScareTrack Merch: www.smart-fx.co.uk ScareCam Episodes: www.youtube.com/scaretrack ScareTrack are proud members of the Haunted Attractions Network: www.hauntedattractionn...

Depending on how you look at it, the haunt industry is either set to rocket to the moon or it's doomed to crash and burn. As small business people, we think a lot about the future of the haunt industry and have talked a great deal about it on the podcast over the past three years. The truth is, whether you're a doomsayer or a terminal optimist, you can find a lot of data to support your view. So,...

The Transworld Halloween and Attractions Show is the largest trade show that features products focused directly to Haunted Attractions, Themed Attractions, and Escape Rooms. This was the first year that a Christmas Show was added into the show. The TransWorld Halloween and Attractions Show is currently located in St. Louis, Missouri at the America's Center. Who is inside this podcast episode: Dark...

Scott talks about his experience as a vendor and presenter at Transworld's Halloween & Attractions Show...NOW WITH CHRISTMAS in St. Louis! Listen to his interviews with Quan Gan from ZTAG 2.0, Sharon Aguillen from TCB Productions and a "reverse interview" with Drew Badger from The Big Scary Show. This episode closes with a bleary eyed and broken voiced monologue from the airport where Scott shares...

2 PART EPISODE! In the first section of this episode, Kate Monroe visits The London Dungeons at County Hall and gives her in depth review of her latest visit to the attraction. You can get your tickets here: https://www.thedungeons.com/london/en/tickets/ Our second section of the show features our latest announcements on new episodes, 2 secrets we had to keep that are now out in the open, 2 compet...

This week on Haunt Weekly, we're sitting down Elizabeth Zibilich, the proprietor behind Crafty Li'l Devil, a New Orleans costuming company, and, as of this year, a first time haunter. Elizabeth cut her teeth this year doing makeup for the The Mortuary Haunted House and ended up getting into the scaring action a bit too. However, as a long time crafter, makeup artist and costume designer, there was...

Women do exist in the Haunted Attraction Industry. They are Haunt Owners, Haunt Business Owners, Designers, Special FX Artists, Scare Managers, Scare Actors, Haunt Moms, Security, Maintenance, Ticket Takers, Parking Lot Attendees, and just about anywhere you’d find a man. Female Haunters bring unique perspectives and creative energy to many different positions within this crazy industry. And these...

Mikey and Hannah interview Kurt Walsh, the owner of the Horror Crypt in Blackpool. Kurt explains how he came to buy the Crypt in 2017 and how his passion and drive has made it the success it is today. www.facebook.com/horrorcryptblackpool ScareTrack Merch: www.smart-fx.co.uk ScareTrack Patreon: www.patreon.com/scaretrack

ScareTrack Episode 135 - Dan Thorpe Interview (Mental Health & Scare Acting) DISCLAIMER- In this episode we discuss some dark topics that some listeners may find distressing. Dan Thorpe has been acting for a number of seasons at the award winning Xtreme Scream Park. He helped build The Village and acted in the amazing finale that helped the maze win 'Best Scare Attraction' at the Scar awards in 20...

The ScareTrack team discuss the pros and cons of serving alcohol at scare events. Are scares better drunk? Should you be stone cold sober? Listen to hear our thoughts and the feedback from our social media followers. ScareTrack Patreon: www.patreon.com/scaretrack ScareTrack Merch: www.smart-fx.co.uk

In this episode, Scott chats about Haunted Attraction conventions, seminars, and festivals. He answers questions like, "Why should I go?" "What should I do?" and "Is it worth it?”.

Members of the Facebook Listeners Group submitted a list of topics for discussion...and here are some of them. This is the first of several episodes based on listener input. Thank you Patrick, Austin, Matthieu, Tater, and Wicksey for your suggestions. More topics from more listeners coming in future episodes. If you would like to join the A Scott in the Dark Listeners Group, please visit https://w...

This episode was recorded in the midst of the 2017 Haunt Season and focuses on surviving the full run of a haunted event without losing your voice, your health or your mind. Scott discusses the importance of planning before the event, maintaining the quality and expectations throughout the run and the importance of finishing strong.

Struggling with your attraction's marketing plan? This episode walks you step by step through a marketing plan. Download the template from our email list!

HAuNTcon (co-located with the Halloween and Party Expo) is one of the nations's fastest growing conventions for Haunters, Halloween buyers, and Haunted Attraction Owners. HAuNTcon stands for Haunted Attraction National Tradeshow and Convention. IN 2019, it was hosted in New Orleans and will return in 2020. It is scheduled to be held in Dallas, Texas in 2021. Haunters inside this podcast episode fr...

Scott recorded a great (and often silly) conversation with his friends Rick West from Midsummer Scream and entertainment icon J Michael Roddy. He also recorded a "simulcast" with Johnny Bronto and Haunt Scene which aired live via Facebook Live. This is what Haunt conventions are all about, checking in with friends and "talking haunt stuff”.