Let's run down the Haunted Houses. Going to list these from our favorite to least favorite. But for the most part everything this year is stellar!

As a reminder, my hype list prior to HHN is below. You may be shocked at how things have changed. 

Hype List: 

1. Jason UN1V3RSE
2. Five Nights at Freddy's
3. Monstruous 3
4. Fallout
5. Scarecrow
6. Terror Tram
7. Wyatt Sicks
8. Poltergeist
9. Terrifier 

Jason UN1V3RSE

I grew up on Friday the 13th. I can remember being 8 or 9 years old and dressing up as Jason for Halloween. So I always love a good slasher house. And this one absolutely delivered. Just a super fun house going through the history of the franchise. Really looking forward to much more with Jason this season. 

Monstruos 3

I have to be honest, even though my hype for this house was pretty high, before the event we were wondering if perhaps it had become time to try something new here. We couldn't have been more wrong. This house delivered on every single level from the themeing, the scares, the talent, the music ... everything! This may be my favorite version of Monstruos. 3 

Five Nights at Freddy's

Let me get this out of the way. This isn't a scary house. At all. But it works on every single level. Sure, there's been talk about less animatronics in the Hollywood version vs. Orlando, but that's being nit-picky. This is a great "starter" house for newer horror fans. And one that shouldn't be missed. 

Terrifier

I know you were all wondering if this was truly going to be a "one and done" house for me as I always said it would be. Well, I did it twice on opening night, so that flew out the window. And I will be doing it again. I will emphasize again, the movies are not for me. But as an HHN House, this totally works. It's vile. It's disgusting. It's also hilarious and just a lot of fun. 

Fallout

I'm going to be straight here, most of the house is just "okay". The sets are amazing. It's so cool to walk into the vaults and see the world come to life. But there just seemed to be a lot of dead spots. 

Where this house really shines though is in the final room in the Super Duper Mart. It's absolutely relentless. If they add more talent to some of the other parts of the house this could turn into a classic. 

Terror Tram

That's right, the Terror Tram. While the theme is not too different from the past few years, the execution here is off the charts awesome. Absolutely stacked with talent who know their job. Even M3GAN gets to purge this year. The inclusion of Insidious and Exorcist Believer outside the Bates Motel works flawlessly. 

Scarecrow: Music by Slash

While this is a repeat from 2022, there are enough differences in the house to make it feel fresh. Most notably, the soundtrack by Slash, which adds a depth to the house not present in the 2022 version. Absolutely fantastic all the way through. Glad to see this one back. 

Horrors of the Wyatt Sicks

My hype for this house grew prior to HHN starting from watching the Bray Wyatt documentary. Definitely check it out if you haven't seen it yet. The tributes to Bray were incredible. However, in a lot of the house it felt like I'd seen the sets somewhere previously. It just seemed like they put the Wyatt Sicks in scenes from Texas Chainsaw from last year. Maybe it's just me. 

That being said, the house is a ton of fun and I'm looking forward to more visits throughout the season. 

Poltergeist

I'm going to be 100% honest here, there are zero changes from the 2018 house.

If they needed to bring back a house to fill out the event I completely get it. I just have to question why this one. Why not the fan favorite Bride of Frankenstein Lives from 2021 to give it a true run with zero safety restrictions. 

With that being said, the sets are spectacular and the talent here gives it their all. 

As I said at the top, the inclusion of an event "icon" in Art the Clown really ties the event together. We saw him everywhere from Universal Plaza, to the walkway to Curious George, and even the lower lot. And it was great that there weren't throngs of "influencers" chasing him around all night. People were just letting him do his thing. Even on a night that was full of influencers for media night. 

And as always, the scare zones are chock full of fun talent at every turn. 

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Oktoberfest
Inspired by more than 200 years of history, Oktoberfest at Magic Mountain is a one-of-a-kind festival experience where guests can chase the rush of roller coasters while appreciating the richness of a Bavarian brew during the same trip. It’s a winning combination reminiscent of Munich! Próst!

Guests can savor the flavors of German cuisine with a mouthwatering menu featuring Oktoberfest favorites such as bratwurst, Bavarian pretzels, and for those with a sweet tooth, Franzbrötchen, a flaky cinnamon roll. Only at Oktoberfest, guests can pair tasty, traditional German food with drinks, thrills, and music for a celebration that they will never forget. The spirit of Oktoberfest comes alive with authentic live performances and toe-tapping festive tunes at The Pub. Families and friends can compete in Bavarian-style games throughout the festival area, adding to the fun. 
 
Oktoberfest at Magic Mountain is included with park admission.

Most Valuable Pass
The Knott’s Berry Farm Gold Pass and Six Flags Magic Mountain Gold Pass gives guests season-long access to Knott’s Spooky Farm, Tricks and Treats, Oktoberfest and all other Six Flags parks. It includes additional benefits including in-park discounts on food and merchandise, and exclusive bring-a-friend-for-free ticket offers.
 
Buy now and visit 40+ Six Flags Parks now through the end of 2026. Some restrictions apply – please visit park websites for specific details. For hours, more information or to purchase a 2026 Gold or Prestige Pass, visit knotts.com or sixflags.com/magicmountain.

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Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 17 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts, and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property including Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.

A variety of tickets are available for sale. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions. Details for each ticket type are subject to change.
 

• General Admission: general admission ticket to Halloween Horror Nights
• Universal Express: One-time (per day) express access to each participating haunted house, ride and attraction. Does not include early event access.
• Universal Express Unlimited: Unlimited express access (per day) to each participating haunted house, ride and attraction. Does not include early event access.
• Frequent Fear Pass: Experience up to 33 nights (based on your selected first visit date during purchase) of General Admission to this year’s event. Valid on select nights only; blackout dates apply. Does not include early event access.
• Ultimate Fear Pass: Experience the scares over and over for up to all event nights (based on selected first visit date during purchase). No blackout dates on return visits. Does not include early event access.
• After 2 PM Day/Night: Daytime General Admission to the Theme Park after 2:00 p.m. and same day evening General Admission to Halloween Horror Nights.
• Early Access Ticket: Early access, beginning at 5:30 p.m.(subject to change) to select haunted houses prior to event opening. A Halloween Horror Nights admission ticket must be purchased separately.
• R.I.P. Tour: Enjoy V.I.P treatment with an evening of first-class horror, expert shared guided tour of the haunted house, exclusive experiences along the way and a gourmet dinner.
• Pass Member Special Pricing: Platinum Annual Pass Members can reserve their complimentary Halloween Horror Nights General Admission ticket, select nights apply.

SAN ANTONIO, Tex. — Sept. 9, 2025 – Six Flags Fiesta Texas was honored with Best New Show in the 2025 Golden Ticket Awards presented by Amusement Today. The award recognizes the park’s original production, The Voodoo Dolls, a high-energy musical spectacular that blended New Orleans magic with San Antonio flair during the Mardi Gras Festival earlier this year.
 
The Golden Ticket Awards are among the most respected honors in the amusement industry, spotlighting the best rides, shows and attractions worldwide. This recognition marks the second Best New Show award in the last five years for Six Flags Fiesta Texas, continuing its legacy as one of the country’s premier destinations for live entertainment. In total, the park has received 10 Golden Tickets for Best Show, one Leadership Award, one Turnstile Award, Best Halloween Event and now Best New Show once again.
 
“Six Flags Fiesta Texas was built on a foundation of live entertainment, and more than 30 years later, our team continues to raise the bar,” said Robert Bustle, park manager. “The Voodoo Dolls showcased our entertainment team’s incredible creativity and talent, and we are thrilled to be recognized with this prestigious award. We look forward to welcoming guests this fall and holiday season to experience the magic of our award-winning shows during Fright Fest and Holiday in the Park.”
 
The Voodoo Dolls: Magic, Music and Storytelling
Debuting Jan. 18, 2025, The Voodoo Dolls transformed Rockville High into an immersive journey through the sights and sounds of the Big Easy. Featuring live vocals, dance and cutting-edge technology — including a crystal ball brought to life before the audience’s eyes — the show transported guests into a mystical Mardi Gras celebration unlike anything seen before in the region. Following its Golden Ticket Award for Best New Show, The Voodoo Dolls will return for the Mardi Gras Festival in early 2026.
 
A Legacy of Entertainment Excellence
Since opening in 1992, Six Flags Fiesta Texas has been a San Antonio landmark, originally conceived as a musical show park highlighting the state’s rich cultural heritage. More than three decades later, the park continues its tradition of star-studded, award-winning entertainment, with The Voodoo Dolls as its latest triumph.
 
See the Award-Winning Team in Action
Guests can catch the same award-winning entertainment team in action during two of the park’s most popular seasons:

• Fright Fest presented by SNICKERS® (Sept. 6 – Nov. 2) – The biggest Halloween event in South Texas, featuring terrifying haunted mazes, scare zones and high-energy shows, including the return of Haunted Hollywood.
• Holiday in the Park (Nov. 23 – Dec. 23) – A magical winter wonderland filled with more than one million dazzling lights, festive entertainment and holiday cheer.

 
Limited-Time MVP Sale Extended
The Most Valuable Pass (MVP) Sale has been extended, but only through Sept. 14. Guests now have a few extra days to secure the best deal of the year on 2026 Gold and Prestige Passes, valid at both Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Schlitterbahn New Braunfels. Passholders enjoy unlimited visits to over 40 parks through the end of 2025 and 2026 along with exclusive perks and benefits that make every visit even more memorable.
 
Tickets, season passes and upgrades are available now at sixflags.com/fiestatexas.
 
About Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is home to a wide variety of rides, shows and attractions. Opened in 1992, the park was built on the site of an old limestone quarry, which provides a spectacular backdrop for such exciting roller coasters as Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger, The Iron Rattler, Batman: The Ride and Superman Krypton Coaster. In addition, Fiesta Texas boasts an impressive lineup of seasonal events and live entertainment, including Mardi Gras Festival, Fright Fest and Holiday in the Park.
 
About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 17 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property including Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.

LOS ANGELES – Sept. 10, 2025 – Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles was honored with the Turnstile Award at this year’s Golden Ticket Awards (GTA). Personally chosen by Gary Slade, publisher and editor-in-chief of Amusement Today, this year’s Publisher’s Pick Turnstile Award went to Los Angeles’ favorite water park for “its creative tribute to transformation, resilience and the joy of rediscovery.”
 
Presented annually, the prestigious GTA recognizes excellence in the amusement park industry. The awards are calculated from an international poll conducted by Amusement Today, an Arlington, Texas-based publication that covers amusement and water park news and trends. Winners were announced at a special event hosted at Carowinds over the weekend.
 
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles originally opened on June 16, 1995, meaning this past summer marked the 30th anniversary for the water park. This milestone occasion was commemorated with a multimillion-dollar makeover that included numerous enhancements for both guests and park associates.
 
The park-wide improvements include:
 

• A creative narrative that reimagines the water park as a tropical island village and is woven throughout the experience including now bringing the park’s iconic volcano to life with periodic rumbling effects and bursts of mist
• Restoration of all slides including vibrant new exterior colors, canopies and resurfacing for smoother and faster rides
• Repainting of key areas including focal areas such as other attractions, food and beverage and merchandise locations
• Extensive new landscaping that amplifies the park beautification and offers added shade
• Increased number of cabanas and the return of food and beverage services
• Upgraded food options and new frozen cocktail selections
• State-of-the-art conveyor belt to now carry tubes to the top of Tornado
• Refreshed restrooms and changing areas
• New sound system, signage and employee uniforms that augment the themed environment

 
Unlimited Fun
Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles concluded its momentous season on Labor Day; however, the fun never ends with Six Flags. The Most Valuable Pass (MVP) Sale has been extended, but only through Sept. 14. Guests now have a few extra days to secure the best deal of the year. Passholders enjoy unlimited visits to over 40 parks, including Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles and sister park Magic Mountain, through the end of 2025 and 2026, along with exclusive perks and benefits that make every visit even more memorable.


Tickets, season passes and upgrades are available at sixflags.com/magicmountain.


ABOUT SIX FLAGS HURRICANE HARBOR LOS ANGELES
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Southern California’s most thrilling water park located next door to Six Flags Magic Mountain, features more than 1.5 million gallons of water across 25 acres including three dozen slides and attractions in a tropically themed paradise. Enjoy two of the tallest fully enclosed speed slides on the West Coast, a relaxing 1,300-foot river cruise, a wave pool, an interactive lagoon and two children’s splash and play areas. The park operates seasonally May – September. Visit sixflags.com/hurricaneharborla for more details. 


ABOUT SIX FLAGS ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 17 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.