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We capture the stories behind Haunted Attractions, Haunted House Scare Attractions, and Halloween. Interviewing the people who make up this wild and crazy industry.

We also host a membership community, The Haunter's Toolbox, where you can come learn how to start and grow your own Haunted Attraction.

Episodes since 2011.

Sep 29, 2024

A complete walkthrough of the Sithon management platform for haunted attraction staff/actors, why communication with your team is important, and things you can do this season to keep your staff coming back every year!
 
Things Sithon can do (all from your phone):
-Custom Actor Recruitment
-Scheduling
-Actor/Staff...


Aug 27, 2024

It's 30 minutes before the haunt doors open. You need a quick way to make some realistic wounds, cuts, and bruises that will stay on all night. We have those answers inside this podcast!

You can also watch the full video here: https://haunterstoolbox.com/sfx

Applying special effects makeup inside a haunted attraction is...


Jul 31, 2024

There are a few ways to make more revenue with your attraction:
1) Raise your prices
2) Get more customers
3) Sell more to your current customers

We will focus this master class on selling more to your current customers by using the space you already have. Things like themed dinners, private tours, and ticket upgrades...


Jun 26, 2024

How do I get more people to attend my Haunt? What does it take to stand out in today's market? Are there creative ways to grab attention without spending too much?

We answer these questions and more in this Master Class with Laura Kilpatrick from FearWorm Hauntvertising.

Become a member at HauntersToolbox.com to join...


May 27, 2024

Creating realistic scenes requires detailed wall panels. But where do you start? Should you use a light base paint or black? What are simple ways to distress your sets? How do you make charred walls, peeling paint, bubbled paint? What materials do you need to create amazing sets? We answer these questions and more...