MDMC01 Posted August 31, 2019 Share Posted August 31, 2019 Glad you are going to make it out to Haunt! I've never done any other theme park's Halloween event (paging a certain butcher @XGatorHead 8904 or @malem to help out on that front), but I can tell you that I really enjoy our Haunt. Let us know what you think. Also, welcome to KIC! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ki95 Posted August 31, 2019 Share Posted August 31, 2019 Imo, the AZ Scare Zine decor isn’t that good. They remind me of the sets back in the middle school plays 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowball Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 19 hours ago, ki95 said: Imo, the AZ Scare Zine decor isn’t that good. They remind me of the sets back in the middle school plays Keep in mind that you're seeing it during the day and it's not done yet either. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivertownRaider Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 Does anyone here remember when they used the drained Congo falls for the scarecrow theamed haunted attraction Corn Stalkers? They only did it one year, I thought it was a great use of space and it kept the fog centralized. My KI group really obly go for the haunt..the lack of new haunted attractions and the installation of winterfest deco while the haunt is going on not to mention the no boo glowing things is QUICKLY killing the spooky vibe. Back when my group started going to the haunt (2001) there were tons of scare actors romers and haunted attractions through out the park... Even halloween themed prizes at most games.. And it was SCARY. There were even signs that said the park was not necessarily child friendly after 7pm. Can anyone shed some light on to why its been so watered down? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfred Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 Just my personal opinion, but several things. Targeting a wider demographic, expansion of the season with Winterfest, and budget cuts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 Some pics I got today. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
standbyme Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 40 minutes ago, IndyGuy4KI said: Some pics I got today. Ha ha! Cute location for your watermark...at first I thought KI Central was finally getting some love from the park. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 @standbyme yeah, when I was putting it on the pic, I thought it looked really cool right there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ki95 Posted September 2, 2019 Share Posted September 2, 2019 21 hours ago, Snowball said: Keep in mind that you're seeing it during the day and it's not done yet either. I honestly believe this is what we are getting as far as quality for Haunt. It's sadly lacking more & more each year. I love Winterfest but it seems as though they are putting more effort towards that & Grand Carnivale than with Haunt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brent Posted September 2, 2019 Share Posted September 2, 2019 1 hour ago, ki95 said: I honestly believe this is what we are getting as far as quality for Haunt. It's sadly lacking more & more each year. I love Winterfest but it seems as though they are putting more effort towards that & Grand Carnivale than with Haunt. I think they see both of those as more “cross generational” money makers that don’t have some of the “operational issues” of haunt (you don’t see “no re entry” at winter fest to cut down on excessive “consumption” in the parking lot). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshua Posted September 3, 2019 Share Posted September 3, 2019 I imagine they'll look a lot better with the ambient lighting and fog effects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted September 3, 2019 Share Posted September 3, 2019 On 9/2/2019 at 11:46 AM, brent said: I think they see both of those as more “cross generational” money makers that don’t have some of the “operational issues” of haunt (you don’t see “no re entry” at winter fest to cut down on excessive “consumption” in the parking lot). Yes. Plus they could have 2 haunted houses or 10. They could be Universal quality or church festival quality. They could have Grammy worthy shows or Haunted Homecoming. People will still show up in droves. Until people stop showing up “good enough” is going to be the quality standard that they are aiming for. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfred Posted September 3, 2019 Share Posted September 3, 2019 Was at the park Monday, and riding the train, saw Halloween decor in front of the old buildings. Could this mean the train is running this year? Or do they have something going on there this year? I know the train hasnt been used for haunt the past couple of years, but did they run it in the daytime? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
standbyme Posted September 3, 2019 Share Posted September 3, 2019 1 hour ago, BoddaH1994 said: Until people stop showing up “good enough” is going to be the quality standard that they are aiming for. Must....not....make....new....fountain....joke. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivertownRaider Posted September 3, 2019 Share Posted September 3, 2019 2 hours ago, BoddaH1994 said: Yes. Plus they could have 2 haunted houses or 10. They could be Universal quality or church festival quality. They could have Grammy worthy shows or Haunted Homecoming. People will still show up in droves. Until people stop showing up “good enough” is going to be the quality standard that they are aiming for. Sadly i think you are right. I will always hold my season pass but this may be our last year for the haunt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winterfestguy Posted September 4, 2019 Share Posted September 4, 2019 I tend to agree people will still show up for Haunt for the same old stuff, nothing spectacular. And some nights there are even fewer scareactors roaming the park. Even though I have a season and meal pass, my five friends don’t. Between admission, food, maze fast land, and souvenirs, all total for all five of them is around $600. However, this year they voted to try something new and not do the same old boring mazes that have been the same for years and the lackluster entertainment. Instead, they voted to head down to Kentucky Kingdom’s new Hallowscream event this year. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ki95 Posted September 4, 2019 Share Posted September 4, 2019 I must say, HalloTween sounds like a neat concept! I may just have to check it out! https://www.visitkingsisland.com/play/great-pumpkin-fest 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMC01 Posted September 4, 2019 Share Posted September 4, 2019 That sounds amazing; count me in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robintodd Posted September 4, 2019 Share Posted September 4, 2019 10 hours ago, ki95 said: I must say, HalloTween sounds like a neat concept! I may just have to check it out! https://www.visitkingsisland.com/play/great-pumpkin-fest They have this at Cedar Point and it is FANTASTIC! Really neat to go into the haunts with the lights on and see all the details you miss when being chased. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enchanted Voyage Lover Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 On 9/1/2019 at 5:22 PM, IndyGuy4KI said: Some pics I got today. DANG!!! Thought it was the new Area 72 restrooms. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Ding Dong Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 An expert level troll would borrow this little gem from CP. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdude86 Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 11 hours ago, robintodd said: They have this at Cedar Point and it is FANTASTIC! Really neat to go into the haunts with the lights on and see all the details you miss when being chased. Think it's a great idea but disappointed that the only new maze for the year seems to be exclusive to this as well. Though it is nice to see that they seem to be putting more into Scare Zones as that improves the overall atmosphere and experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magenta Lizard Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 I’m trying to remember if they still used the fire jets around the fountains last Haunt, and wondering if they’ll use them this year.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teenageninja Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 4 hours ago, Magenta Lizard said: I’m trying to remember if they still used the fire jets around the fountains last Haunt, and wondering if they’ll use them this year.... They did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeltaFlyer Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 6 hours ago, Magenta Lizard said: I’m trying to remember if they still used the fire jets around the fountains last Haunt, and wondering if they’ll use them this year.... One of my absolute favorite parts of haunt. The random fireballs always make me smile. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatchesC Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 My 10yo got her feet wet going to Haunt last year. Mainly hanging is scare zones, Madame Fatales, and Wolf Pack. Then of course rides at night. She didn't want to do KillMart or Slaughter House because she didn't want to see "gore". Blackout she just didn't want to lose me lol. We plan to go again this year for her birthday and she is asking if any of the houses have air bags. Soooo any chance? Yes it's a fascination of hers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 1 hour ago, PatchesC said: My 10yo got her feet wet going to Haunt last year. Mainly hanging is scare zones, Madame Fatales, and Wolf Pack. Then of course rides at night. She didn't want to do KillMart or Slaughter House because she didn't want to see "gore". Blackout she just didn't want to lose me lol. We plan to go again this year for her birthday and she is asking if any of the houses have air bags. Soooo any chance? Yes it's a fascination of hers. Sounds like you are making great memories with your daughter! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Ding Dong Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 2 hours ago, PatchesC said: We plan to go again this year for her birthday and she is asking if any of the houses have air bags. Soooo any chance? Yes it's a fascination of hers. Like this? Unfortunately park regulations require they be turned off for small children. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatchesC Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 42 minutes ago, King Ding Dong said: Like this? Unfortunately park regulations require they be turned off for small children. Technically I shouldn't ride in a passenger seat because airbags disable. The claustrophobia tunnels though are "fun" to her. I've always heard em called airbags lol 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowball Posted September 5, 2019 Share Posted September 5, 2019 I seem to remember Slaughterhouse having claustrophobia bags but I can’t say for sure as it’s been about 4 years since I’ve been able to go through it due to working every night of haunt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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