Terror In Train Town - 2019

With not to many options around, The Terror In Train Town is a great, but not too popular haunt. Yet!
Terror In Train Town is a haunt located in the Southern California Railway Museum in Perris. It is open 6-10 on weekends and features two mazes and many scare actors. Also located there are many different trains you can check out, including trains from Los Angeles, San Fransisco, and more.

The first and main maze, is the Hyde Street Haunted House, created and built by the Bloodshed Brothers. The maze features many twists and turns, and consists of many different rooms, each with its own theme and many scare actors. It featured many cool things, such has a garden room and an interesting room featuring lasers and an actor grabbing at your feet. Originally, we had actually gone out the wrong exit, and missed a huge part of the maze, luckily, the very nice staff there let us back in the maze and we were able to experience the biggest surprise of the maze. At the end of the maze, a crazy man with a chainsaw jumps out at you! That topped off the very excellent maze.

The second and last maze, was Darkness. Darkness, I think was probably the scarier maze. Darkness, has the name entitles, is a maze in complete darkness. Yes, you heard that right, complete darkness. the goal of this maze is to find your way through the dark, to the exit. The maze includes many scares, and builds up lots of suspense due to the darkness, which is why I think its the scarier maze. Just the fact that you don't know if someone could be right infront of you or not is terrifying.

Overall, Terror In Train Town is a very fun haunt. For only $15, its very worth it, as the Bloodshed Brothers are very experienced creators who know what they're doing. The scare actors are amazing, very fun, interactive, and scary. There are many fun scare actors, such has the ghost train conductor, a scary girl in a blue dress, and many other interesting actors. In the end, I would definitely recommend Terror In Train Town.

Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Preview

Friends and family planning an escape to the Disneyland Resort this summer in search of adventure will join forces with Guardians of the Galaxy as this intergalactic crew attempts its own escape in the rockin’ and irreverent new attraction Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!, opening Saturday, May 27, in Disney California Adventure Park. 

Heroes from the “Guardians of the Galaxy” film, some appearing for the first time in a Disney park, also come alongside the Avengers for all-new, epic adventures during Summer of Heroes. Beginning May 27, guests will live these exciting stories as they encounter some favorite Super Heroes together for the first time.

Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! launches guests into a chaotic and hilarious adventure that combines a breathtaking free-fall sensation with all-new visual and audio effects. The action jumps to the beat of the attraction’s “awesome mix tape” of music, inspired by the films’ soundtracks. Guests will discover multiple ride experiences as they help Rocket in a daring plan to free the Guardians–a band of extraterrestrial misfits–from the fortress of The Collector, Taneleer Tivan.

“Pick your spot for fun and adventure this summer at the Disneyland Resort,” said David Duffy, director of creative entertainment at the Disneyland Resort. “You can step into a rescue mission on a thrilling adventure with the Guardians of the Galaxy, and you can encounter legendary Super Heroes. You can step up to meet Groot for the first time, and find out if you have what it takes to join the Avengers. You can watch the Main Street Electrical Parade one more time, re-discover some of your favorite classics like ‘Fantasmic!’ and so much more.

ALSO:

The Main Street Electrical Parade has been extended by popular demand through Aug. 20, 2017, at Disneyland Park. “Fantasmic!” returns to the Rivers of America this summer for nighttime excitement.

House of Blues Anaheim Gospel Brunch Returns!

WHO: House of Blues Anaheim Gospel Brunch

WHAT: The new House of Blues Anaheim is pleased to introduce a reimagined Gospel Brunch experience each Sunday of the month. A new Southern inspired soulful menu features signature brunch dishes and live action carving and omelet stations. The electrifying, uplifting and unprecedented gospel show is unlike any other brunch experience available. Gospel Brunch is perfect for families, visitors and special celebrations.

WHERE: The new House of Blues Anaheim (at GardenWalk) 400 West Disney Way, Suite 337, Anaheim, CA Free parking available at GardenWalk for first hour

WHEN: Sundays, 10:30 a.m. Check House of Blues calendar for dates. Holidays welcome two shows at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Show runs 1.5-2 hours

TICKETS: $45 per person Available online via http://houseofblues.com/anaheim/gospelbrunch and Ticketmaster

CONTACT: Visit http://houseofblues.com/anaheim/gospelbrunch and contact (714) 778-2583.

Knott's Merry Farm

It's that time of the year again, when Knott’s Berry Farm celebrates the merriest of seasons as it wondrously transforms into Knott’s Merry Farm with thousands of twinkling lights and cheerful holiday décor throughout the park. Spend the most wonderful time of the year at Knott’s Merry Farm by visiting Santa’s Christmas Cabin, where guests can meet Santa and savor Knott’s world famous holiday treats. Snoopy and a cast of world class ice skaters perform Merry Christmas, Snoopy! a whimsical ice show bursting with characters and remarkable skating. Take a trip back in time and celebrate the holiday season in the Old West with Christmas in Calico. In the evening, join the Calico Citizens as they light up the night with the new Calico Tree Lighting Ceremony, then take a stroll through Ghost Town where snow gently falls while thousands of sparkling lights dance to the beat of familiar holiday music. November 19 – January 8. 

See A Christmas Carol and Gift of the Magi, live on stage!

Christmas carolers liven the holiday mood.

Ghost Town is beautiful after a fresh rain and with Christmas decor.

Calico Park features this year's Christmas tree, with a nightly lighting at 5 PM.

On the all new Calico Stage is an all new Peanuts Christmas show.

Be sure to visits Santa's Christmas Cabin for tasty treats for children of all ages. Here is also where you can meet Santa and get a family photo!

In case you're wondering, Knott's has the real Santa. #MerryFarm

A photo posted by Mike Worley (@no1here) on Nov 20, 2016 at 5:18pm PST

CHOC Walk in the Park 2016

The 2016 walk covers three miles through Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park where “CHOC walkers” get a special peek at the magic of the Disneyland Resort before the parks open to the general public. At the end of the 5k walk, the event continues in the resort’s Downtown Disney District at the CHOC Walk Festival where event sponsors, hospital support groups, shops and restaurants have special offers for participants.

Those who want to walk in the event can register at  chocwalk.org and join a team or walk as an individual. All funds raised through the CHOC Walk benefit the hospital’s KidsCare Fund. This special fund provides support to the programs and services in the greatest need—from mental health services to an expanded neonatal intensive care unit to providing healthcare for children and families who cannot afford to pay.

There are many great reasons to take part in the CHOC Walk, in addition to the huge impact the funds that are donated and raised make on the health and wellbeing of Southern California's children. Here are three reasons that Disney-loving families will really like.

1. Participating in the CHOC Walk and supporting CHOC Children’s is an opportunity to carry on Walt Disney’s passion for supporting the health and wellness of the children in the community surrounding the Disneyland Resort and the advancement of pediatric medicine. Raising money

for CHOC Children's provides parents the opportunity to teach their children about the importance of helping others—even children—in their community. It can be particularly powerful for children to learn that their fundraising can help other, less fortunate kids.

2. By raising money for the CHOC Walk, walkers can earn prizes, including free Disneyland Resort tickets that can provide a cost-saving option for families planning a Disneyland Resort vacation. Participants who raise between $375 and $599 earn one 1-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket. Participants who raise $600 or more earn two 1-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Tickets.

3. By participating in the walk, families are not only helping to further CHOC’s mission, they are also able to gain a unique look at the Disneyland Resort through the Walk experience, purchase reduced-rate group ticket admission for the parks as part of the perks of participating in the CHOC Walk and enjoy special discounts in the Downtown Disney District the day of the walk. Together, all of these make the CHOC Walk an ideal time to plan a family getaway or staycation to the Disneyland Resort.

In order to purchase the reduced-rate group tickets, walkers must present their CHOC Walk In the Park wristband at a Disneyland Resort Ticket Booth to purchase a special CHOC-Tober Disneyland Resort 1-Day Park Hopper ticket for $83 or a 1-Day 1-Park Ticket for $55 for use on the day of the walk or another visit to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. A maximum of five tickets may be purchased per wristband. The offer is valid on October 30, 2016 only. Tickets expire November 30, 2016 and are blocked out November 19-23, 2016.  

Event and registration information can be found at www.chocwalk.org and real-time event information can also be found on  Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. This year’s hashtag is #chocwalk.

Legoland Brick or Treat

Two more Saturday's to catch Brick or Treat at Legoland!

The kids are excited and ready for some spooky #brickortreat fun! #halloween

A photo posted by Aracely Worley (@daytrippingmom) on Oct 15, 2016 at 4:53pm PDT

Brick-or-Treat Party Nights at LEGOLAND® California Resort, is back and sweeter than ever! The biggest kids’ Halloween celebration in San Diego offers children and their families trick-or-treating and entertainment throughout the Park.

Every Saturday night (Oct. 1,8,15,22, & 29) starting at 5p.m. LEGOLAND California transforms into a not-too-spooky Halloween party featuring a new Ghost Cruise adventure, a new pop-badge challenge through Fun Town, a new theater show in Castle Hill, a fall festival complete with a LEGO® pumpkin patch building activity and blue-grass style music in LEGO Friends Heartlake City, treat stations with specialty items including a LEGO® commemorative Brick, roaming candy carts throughout the Park and two bonus treat stations inside SEA LIFE® Aquarium.

 Plus, LEGOLAND® Hotel joins in the fun with its own Halloween party on Oct. 31 with candy giveaways, a dance party and a special visit from Brick-Or-Treat Characters exclusively for Hotel guests!

Knott's has a Berry Scary Farm this year!

44 years and counting, Knott's Scary Farm continues with thrills and chills. I've been attending since 1988 and I have seen this park go from a pretty homegrown Halloween haunt to the mammoth party it is today. Heck, I even worked as a monster for 2 seasons.

One of the newest mazes, "The Red Barn" was full of down-home gore. It was amazing that this was the first time a barn theme was actually used in the Wilderness Hall barn. There were hay bales everywhere and some of the best talent I saw all night.

Lots of severed animals and humans in The Red Barn.

Another new maze experience is Shadow Lands. One word, samurai ghosts! This maze was like nothing I've experienced before at Knott's. It is one that requires multiple visits because there is so much to take in and so much story to understand. You are led on a quest through a sacred shrine, an ancient Japanese temple and into the midst of the shadow lands. 

You never know what lies around the corner!

Elvira’s Danse Macabre, features insane dance and comedy performances. The one of a kind performance from the Queen of Halloween transports guests to a masquerade ball full of music, dance and humor. Plus the show has some fantastic aerialists. Knott’s Scary Farm will be the exclusive home of Elvira this Halloween season.

Some returning mazes included Trick or Treat, which really has all the features of a classic haunted house. Also back were Voodoo, Tooth Fairy, Dead of Winter and Gunslingers Grave - which are listed intentionally here by order of favorites.

 

Knott’s Scary Farm Pass & Admission

-       The Knott’s Scary Farm Pass returns in 2016 and offers unlimited visits to all 24 event nights. Current 2016 Knott’s Berry Farm Season Passholders can purchase the pass at the limited time price of $75, now through Sept. 18 (while supplies last, plus applicable fees); the general public can purchase the pass for $85, now through Sept. 18 (while supplies last, plus fees). All Season Long Parking is valid for Knott’s Scary Farm nights.

-       Single night tickets are $40 - $52 depending on the event night when purchased online (plus applicable fees).  Knott’s Season Passholders receive discounts on single night tickets when purchasing online. Tickets purchased at least 24 hours in advance at the theme park ticket booths are $49 for all nights, and day-of-event tickets purchased at the ticket booths are $72. 

-       Fright Lane with Skeleton Key offers unlimited priority access to all mazes and unlocks ONE time access to all four standalone Skeleton Key Rooms filled with unnerving terrors, interactive secrets and exclusive scenes. Guests will also receive a commemorative lanyard and collectible keychain. Fright Lane with Skeleton Key passes start at $75. (Separate theme park admission required, and not included)                                            

                                                                                       

-       Combo Tickets, offering admission and Fright Lane with Skeleton Key are an especially great value offering savings of up to $37, versus purchasing each item separately at the ticket booths.

-       Fast Lane offers unlimited priority access to many of Knott’s world-class coasters starting at $70 per person. Fast Lane is valid during regular Knott’s Berry Farm operation and for Knott’s Scary Farm operation on the date of intended use. (separate theme park admission required, and not included)

-       Boo-fet dinner at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant and Spurs Chophouse invites guests to feed the beast before Knott’s Scary Farm opens each night.  Meals include a collectible 2016 souvenir cup, which includes unlimited complimentary refills on the event night and $0.99 refills for the rest of the 2016 season. After dinner, enjoy early entry into Knott's Scary Farm a few minutes before it opens to other mortals.  Boo-fet dinner is $27.99 +tax when purchased online and $32.99 +tax when purchased at the door. (Separate theme park admission required, and not included)

-       Knott’s Scary Farm parking is $20 per vehicle and can be purchased online (plus applicable taxes and fees) or at the parking booth upon arrival. All Season Long Parking is valid for Knott’s Scary Farm nights.

Knott’s Scary Farm has welcomed millions of visitors over the past 43 years and has become an institution in the Southern California theme park landscape.  This year, the event returns September 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 October 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31.  Knott’s Scary Farm is open 7:00pm – 1:00am select Thursdays, Sundays, and Halloween Night and 7:00pm – 2:00am Fridays and Saturdays.  With more than 1,000 monsters roaming the park and lurking in the fog – whatever you’re imagining, it’s here…

For more information on Knott’s Scary Farm, including admission, park hours and events, visit knottsscaryfarm.com or download the Knott’s Berry Farm app for your smart phone. Join the scary conversation by using #ScaryFarm on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat.

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