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    Six Flags Magic Mountain Announces Record 20th Coaster WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage

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    The Tallest and Longest Single-Rail Coaster on the Planet Will Debut at The Thrill Capital of the World Summer 2022
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    VALENCIA, California — October 21, 2021 — Six Flags Magic Mountain, the undisputed “Thrill Capital of the World,” in partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment and DC, today unveiled plans to add yet another record-breaking coaster--WONDER WOMAN™ Flight of Courage—to its unparalleled thrill ride lineup. Six Flags Magic Mountain’s record 20th roller coaster—the most at any theme park in the world—will debut as the tallest and longest single-rail coaster on the planet where riders will fly over 3,300 feet of track, towering 13 stories and soaring at speeds up to 58 miles-per-hour.  The new coaster will be located in the six-acre DC UNIVERSE™ area of the park, which will be expanded and entirely remodeled to include a new, innovative restaurant and bar experience, plus retail locations featuring exclusive DC branded merchandise.
    “This is an historic milestone for our park as we introduce the latest addition to our unrivaled coaster dynasty, WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage. Not only is this a record-breaking single-rail coaster, it brings Six Flags Magic Mountain’s coaster count to an unprecedented twenty, the most in the world,” said Park President Don McCoy. “Our partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment makes this accomplishment even more exciting, as we integrate the legacy of an iconic DC Super Hero into the theming of the ride. Additionally, we are creating a more innovative guest experience by redesigning one of our most popular areas, DC UNIVERSE, which will become the home of WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage,” added McCoy.
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    WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage exemplifies the Super Hero’s traits of strength and speed—showcasing the legacy of Wonder Woman herself. As guests enter the ride queue, influenced by Greek architecture and featuring tropical landscaping, they will be immersed in the story of her life and how she obtained her super powers. Riders will join forces with Wonder Woman in the fight for truth, justice, and equality, to embark on an incredible journey of heroic feats, propelling through dives, banks, rolls, and turns designed to challenge the bravest of thrill seekers.
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    Key features of WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage include:
    • Themed entrance portal and queue inspired by the hidden island of Themyscira;
    • Four sleek trains of 12 passengers each sitting one rider per row along the monorail track;
    • 3,300 feet of single-rail, I-beam track;
    • Tension-building ascent up a towering, 131-foot lift hill;
    • Reaching speeds up to 58 mph;
    • Intense elements including a steep, 87-degree first drop and overbanked cutback; and
    • Three dramatic inversions including a 180-degree stall, raven dive, and zero-gravity roll.
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    The newly-themed DC UNIVERSE™ area also includes the popular BATMAN™ The Ride and several other DC themed rides.

    For more information about WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage, please visit www.sixflags.com/magicmountain.
    About Six Flags Magic Mountain
    Six Flags Magic Mountain, known as the Thrill Capital of the World, is home to more than 100 rides, shows, and attractions, including world-class roller coasters like West Coast Racers, Twisted Colossus, Full Throttle, and X2.
     
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    About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
    Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of waterparks in North America, with 27 parks across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. For 60 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling waterparks and unique attractions. Six Flags is committed to creating an inclusive environment that fully embraces the diversity of our team members and guests. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com.
     
    About Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment
     
    Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment (WBTE), part of WarnerMedia Global Brands and Experiences, is a worldwide leader in the creation, development and licensing of location-based entertainment, live events, exhibits and theme park experiences based on WarnerMedia’s iconic characters, stories, and brands. WBTE is home to the groundbreaking global locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, WB Movie World Australia, and countless other experiences inspired by DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby, Game of Thrones, Friends and more. With best-in-class partners, WBTE allows fans around the world to physically immerse themselves inside their favorite brands and franchises.
     
    About DC
    DC, a WarnerMedia Company, creates iconic characters, enduring stories, and immersive experiences that inspire and entertain audiences of every generation around the world and is one of the world’s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels. As a creative division, DC is charged with strategically integrating its stories and characters across film, television, consumer products, home entertainment, interactive games, DC UNIVERSE INFINITE digital subscription service and community engagement portal. For more information visit dccomics.com and dcuniverseinfinite.com.
     
    WONDER WOMAN and all related characters and elements © & ™ DC Comics. (s21)
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    Fear In 3D and Dark Harvest - Chino, CA

    This past weekend we made the drive out to Chino, CA to check out a couple of Halloween events that had received really great word of mouth. Normally we wouldn't make the drive out this far but since we were already in OC, and a lot of the smaller haunts there don't start until this weekend, we figured we'd head inland a bit. 

    ​And we are sure glad we did! They were both fantastic and worth the visit. 

    Fear in 3D

    Our first stop was Fear in 3D in Chino Hills. This was our first stop because it began at 5:00pm and would give us a great head-start on our night of Halloween fun. 
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    The entrance to the event is on the Trader Joes side of the mall

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    Follow the rules!

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    The 3D effects were pretty amazing and were some of the best we've seen.

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    Step right up! Get your tickets!

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    I love the way this pic turned out!

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    Don't pop the balloon!

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    Which brings us to the exit!

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    Oddly enough, this awesome looking thing is the exit. Most people assumed it was the entrance.

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    You can even get a 3D picture in the middle of the maze!

    Dark Harvest

    Our second event on Saturday was just a mile or two from Fear in 3D and was Dark Harvest at Frosty's Forest. This was a full-fledged Halloween fun fair with rides, multiple corn mazes, photo ops, food and much more! 

    We arrived a bit early since Dark Harvest didn't begin until 7:00, so we had some time to explore! 
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    Welcome to Frosty's!

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    Ride and Experience tickets are available throughout the pumpkin patch!

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    Coaster Credit! (no, I didn't ride)

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    A bit of a corn maze preview with some photo ops!

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    Candy Land!!

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    Mmm, Popcorn!

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    They also had Zombie Paintball, but it didn't seem to be open during our visit.

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    If we had more time this would have been fun! But we'd probably still be in there. Lol

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    Creepy!

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    I think whoever this is recognized us. Thanks for greeting us in your creepy corn maze!

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    Our video of Dark Harvest. I cut out a bit of the darker spots in the corn maze, but not too many. You can use your phone flashlight in the maze, but we opted not to. We wanted the full effect! 

    And I will say, the talent got me twice in here. Which is VERY rare considering how many Halloween events we do every year. But thank you to the ones who did. I always like to get it good at least once a season. =) 
    If you're going to experience Dark Harvest, we HIGHLY SUGGEST getting there right at 7:00pm. Meaning, you're in line for Dark Harvest no later than 7:00pm. When we left about 7:45pm or so, the line for Dark Harvest and at the entrance to the Pumpkin patch was huge. 

    We had such a great time at Dark Harvest. The corn maze was spectacular, each scene was unique and fun and the talent was amazing. 
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    LA Haunted Hayride 2021 - The Return of Midnight Falls

    Last week we finally made it out to the Los Angeles Haunted Hayride and a great return to the town of Midnight Falls. This years event is in a new location, but it seems much bigger this year. 

    Written by Gregg Condon
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    The event has really outdone itself in creating the fictional town of Midnight Falls and creating a fantastic Halloween festival within that town. And even if you don't want to do the Hayride or the mazes, you can still go into the "town" to enjoy the townsfolks, the shows (featuring the amazing Monte Revolta) and of course lots of food to enjoy. We truly had a great time at this years event. Don't miss it! But get there early, parking in Griffith Park is always "fun". 
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    Our first stop of the night was the Hayride itself. This seemed to be a bit shorter this year length-wise, but scene wise we think there were actually more. There's just more room for the event in this location and it serves the hayride very well. ​​
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    Would love to drive through the hayride in this classic pickup!

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    We highly recommend the VIP, this can get completely full on weekends.

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    Lots of amazing show scenes!

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    And of course, clowns!

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    Some fun photo-ops sprinkled throughout the event

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    The event also features three mazes, Trick-Or-Treat, Dead End Diner and Midnight Mortuary

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    I think Dead End Diner was our favorite this year!

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    Trick-Or-Treat is always fun! Be sure to ring all the doorbells and say Trick-O-Treat!

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    And lastly, we have Midnight Mortuary where creatures throughout Midnight Falls have taken over a bit.

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    We really loved the event this year, and it's great to see the theme of the Hayride grow each and every year.

    We hope it continues to expand for years to come! 

    For more information about the LA Haunted Hayride, check out the link here. 
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    Review: Reign of Terror 2021

    It's 2021 and Reign of Terror in Thousand Oaks, CA is back for another year of amazing fun. We aren't sure how they do it, but this event just continually brings it each and every year. 

    Written by Gregg Condon
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    In a new location for 2021 (in the same mall) they've taken over what used to be a Famous Footwear and we think one other store. This event has always taken about 20-25 minutes to walk through, and this year we think we clocked it at about 30. And it was all our group of 5 for most of it, save for a couple of pre-planned stops in the maze to make sure groups are spaced out. 
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    The former ticket booth reminds you of the new location for 2021

    Themes for this year include: Un-Hallowed Ground (new), Containment, The Asylum, Infected, The Haunted House, Miner's Revenge, Inbred, Fun House, Casa Blood and Quarantine. 

    While most of these themes are holdovers from previous years, all have been rearranged in their new location. So if you're expecting the same Reign of Terror you've experienced before, it's not this.

    ​It's somehow even better. 
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    Without giving too much away, Reign of Terror is basically the length of every maze at say Knott's Scary Farm combined, but you walk through them all at once. Each theme is clearly outlined as you are walking through. 

    The talent is amazing as always, and the animatronics are right up there with any major Halloween event you've experienced. 
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    As far as admission, they've gone with timed entry this year which is $30 (so basically $1 a minute, well worth it). We got the first time-slot of the evening and waited maybe 10 minutes. 

    If you're in a hurry you can get "Immediate" entry for $55. 

    But even if you decide to wait, you'll have some friends waiting for you. 
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    Masks are required at all times inside the event. 

    The event runs through November 6th this year so you have plenty of time to get your tickets. They are running a special "LIGHTS OUT" event on November 6th. Not 100% sure what that is but we may have to go check that out to end our Halloween season. 
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    Review: Zombie Joes Urban Death Tour of Terror 2021

    For the first time in all of our visits to Zombie Joes, we're going to try and review this event. But how do you review an event that just has to be experienced? 

    ​Written by Gregg Condon
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    Last Saturday after our visit to the amazing Reign of Terror, we made our way to North Hollywood to take in this years Urban Death Tour of Terror. This would be my 4th or 5th time visiting Zombie Joes, and it would be my wife's first. After a LOT of coaxing and convincing I finally got her to one. Even though she kept telling everybody she was going to the "porn haunt", she quickly realized it was anything but. 
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    A bit of background on Zombie Joes. This event is definitely for adults only, and not for the faint of heart. 

    The first time I experienced Zombie Joes was 5 years ago at Midsummer Scream. With my 18 year old son. Neither of us had any idea what to expect, needless to say there was radio silence for a good 20-30 minutes afterwards. 

    And that seems to be the case with any Zombie Joes show. It takes you a few minutes, or even days to digest. 

    The Urban Death Tour of Terror starts off with a flashlight tour of their maze, which is basically in the lobby of the theater. You get some glimpses of what is to come, but never too many glimpses. 

    In all of my visits to Zombie Joes I always still wonder if and where I'm supposed to look. But that's kind of the point I guess. 
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    After arriving in the theater you experience a 15-20 minute show featuring vignettes that are equal parts sexy, disturbing and thought provoking. And it's all uniquely Zombie Joes. 

    The actors, as always, give it their all in each scene. There are a few scenes that are definitely tough to swallow for some, so be prepared for that. 

    This event is not for everybody, in fact, the day after my wife admitted to me that it's just not her thing. That said, I think I may have her convinced to go check out their holiday show this year. 

    But if you're game for something a little different than your standard Halloween maze, we definitely recommend Zombie Joes. It's a top-notch production from top to bottom (puns definitely intended). 
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    Hanging with the actual Zombie Joe!

    For more information on Zombie Joes, visit their website. 

    Tickets on sale here. 

    The event runs through November 1st with shows every hour or so. 

    They also run a "family friendly" Urban Death on Saturdays at 7:00pm. I have to be honest, I have no idea what that would even look like. 

    Zombie Joes runs shows throughout the year, so if Urban Death isn't your thing, there may be some other shows that are up your alley. 
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    2021 Halloween Home Haunt Highlights

    Over the next few weeks we will be vising quite a few home haunts and yard displays. We want to make sure you can check some of these out as well so we'll be posting some pictures and where you can find them. 

    As always, you can check out the Southern California Haunt List for lots of Halloween fun. But there are a LOT more out there. If you find anything good, let us know! 

    ​We'll be adding to this post as we visit more. 

    ​Click any picture below to see a larger version. 
    Haunted on Hope 
    Location - 
    6190 Hope St, Simi Valley, CA
    Dates and Times - Oct. 9-31: 6p-11p

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    Pirate’s Cave Haunt
    Location - 2548 East Garfield Ave - Orange, CA 
    Dates and Times - October 16, 17, 22-24, 29-31: 7:00pm to 10:00pm Fri-Sat / 7:00pm - 9:00pm Sun

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    The Pirates Cave is a CANNOT MISS event this year. It's truly amazing what they've done in their house. Make the drive to Orange from wherever you are. 

    Click here for more details of this amazing haunt. 
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    Haunted Dolls
    Location - 7671 Volga Dr. #2 - Huntington Beach, CA 
    Dates and Times - Oct 7 - Nov 1: 7:00pm - 12:00am
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    Beware The Dark Realm
    Location -
    28621 Sugar Pine Way - Santa Clarita, CA
    Dates and Times - Oct. 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30: 7:00pm-10:00pm
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    Truly one of our favorite Haunts every year, Beware The Dark Realm does not disappoint in it's 50th season!

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    Just around the corner from Beware The Dark Realm, some neighbors are getting in on the Halloween fun!

    Club Fear - Twisted Manor II - Final Chapter
    Location - 23501 Clearidge Dr - Valencia, CA
    Dates and Times - Oct. 22, 23, 29-31: 7:00pm-11:00pm / 6:00pm-10:00pm on Halloween
    * Kid-Friendly walk through on Halloween
    Another truly amazing home haunt walk-through. Club Fear brings a great story, great scenes and amazing talent inside and outside of the house. 
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    Don't sleep on some of the other houses around Club Fear, the entire neighborhood is in the Halloween spirit! 
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    Coffinwood Cemetery
    Location -
    27159 Waterford Dr. - Valencia, CA
    Dates and Times - Oct. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, 31 - 7p-10p
    We visited on a "Family Friendly" night, but that didn't take away from the enjoyment of this yard display/walk-through at all. They do a scary version on Saturday nights. But it's all good either way! 
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    The lighting here is phenomenal

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    Sombras Cemetery 
    Location - 
    26041 Sombras Ct - Valencia, CA 
    Dates and Times - Oct. 15, 16, 22, 23, 29-31 - Sundown-10p
    We hadn't heard much about this one, just one we saw on the Haunt List, but we were BLOWN AWAY by the scenes and lighting on this one. A great yard display/walk-through. You could tell the owners were thrilled that people were visiting. Definitely make plans to! 
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    Some of the best lighting we've seen at any event, ANY event.

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    One of our favorite gags of the night!

    The Dead Man's Party
    Location -
    25727 Burroughs Pl - Stevenson Ranch, CA
    Dates and Times - Oct. 10-31 - 7p-10p
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    Another yard display we hadn't heard much about, but it's simply fantastic. In talking with the owner, they are planning on doing a walk-through next year. Can't wait to see what they come up with! 
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