The 2025 Fright Fest season at Six Flags Great America will unleash "all new nightmares" that are "not for the faint of heart," the park said in an announcement.
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\nFans of horror and spooky scares can flock to Six Flags Great America, located at 1 Great America Parkway in Gurnee, for Fright Fest on weekends and select week nights starting Sept. 13 and continuing through Nov. 2.<\/p>\n
For its 34th year, the event will bring "all-new nightmares" to the Chicago area in the form of multiple haunted mazes, rides in the dark and "immersive horror experiences," the park said in its announcement.
\nThis year’s fest will feature three haunted mazes from the Hollywood horror franchises, including The Conjuring Universe, SAW: Legacy of Terror and Texas Chainsaw Massacre.<\/p>\n
Seven so-called "scare zones," three of which are new this year, will allow for "terrifying encounters" in the streets of the park.
\n"With three all-new zones debuting this year, guests should stay alert… because there’s no telling where fear might find them," the park said in its release.
\nThere will also be live entertainment, a Kids Boo Fest and an Oktoberfest food festival.<\/p>\n
Tickets to the park and haunted mazes cost $90.<\/p>\n
Fright Fest at Six Flags Great America promises to deliver a thrilling experience for fans of horror and spooky scares. With its all-new nightmares, haunted mazes, scare zones, and live entertainment, it’s an event not to be missed. Whether you’re a seasoned horror enthusiast or just looking for a fun and frightening experience, Fright Fest has something for everyone.<\/p>\n
Q: When does Fright Fest start?
\nA: Fright Fest starts on September 13 and continues through November 2.
\nQ: What are the operating hours of Fright Fest?
\nA: Fright Fest operates on weekends and select weeknights.
\nQ: How much do tickets cost?
\nA: Tickets to the park and haunted mazes cost $90.
\nQ: What can I expect at Fright Fest?
\nA: Fright Fest features haunted mazes, rides in the dark, scare zones, live entertainment, a Kids Boo Fest, and an Oktoberfest food festival.
\nQ: Is Fright Fest suitable for all ages?
\nA: Fright Fest is not recommended for the faint of heart, but there are also family-friendly activities available, such as the Kids Boo Fest.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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