The month of October brings along with it cooler temperatures, leaves changing colors, and the thrills and chills of Halloween. And just because Halloween falls at the end of the month doesnât mean you canât have some spooky adventures in the weeks beforehand. Below youâll find five of our most highly anticipated haunted houses in the Chicagoland area, which the hardcore horror fans at Aronson Advertising will be checking out when weâre not hard at work!
Since weâd like everyone to have fun this Halloween season, we do recommend parents research these haunted houses for age appropriateness.
Basement of the Dead
Location: 42 W New York Street, Aurora, IL
About
According to the Basement of the Dead legend, this haunt is the remnants of a laundry company from the 1960s. The basement is now haunted by those stuck inside the boiler room during an explosion. Located in the western suburb of Aurora, IL, Basement of the Deadâfounded in 2000âhas been revamped from last year and promises that guests wonât recognize it at all. Also included with the ticket price is the Shattered haunted house, which features a creepy, vengeful clown.
Statesville Haunted Prison & City of the Dead
Location: 17250 S Weber Road, Crest Hill, IL
About
If youâre from the northern Chicagoland suburbs, youâll have to make the (absolutely worth it) trek to Statesville Haunted Prison in the south suburb of Crest Hill. As evidenced by its name, Statesville is riddled with ghoulish prisoners who take great pleasure in scaring guests. Guests can also explore an additional haunted house, the City of the Dead. for some extra scares. And because this popular haunted house is located on Siegelâs Cottonwood Pumpkin Farm, you can pick out your yearly carving pumpkin and enjoy a favorite seasonal treat, like apple cider donuts!
Realm of Terror Horror Experience
Location: 421 W Rollins Road, Round Lake Beach, IL
About
Reviewed and featured in multiple national publications, Realm of Terror Horror Experience is a top-notch haunt in the Chicagoland area. Guests at the Realm of Terror will be grossed out and delighted by the expertise of professional set designers and the talent of professional makeup effects artist Stevie Calabrese of reality TVâs FACEOFF fame.
HellsGate Haunted House
Location: 1300 South State St., Lockport IL
About
HellsGate Haunted House takes Halloween scares to the next level. Visitors are instructed to park at the Lockport Metra station lot (the address is above) to board a shuttle that takes them to the secret location of HellsGate. The tour is a full 45 minutes and located in a multi-level mansion to elevate the terror you’re sure to experience. If you’re a hardcore haunted house enthusiast, we recommend visiting the HellsGate website before your excursion to read up on the folklore of this elusive house.
13th Floor Chicago
Location: 1940 George Street, Melrose Park, IL
About
Using the superstitious connotation for the number 13, ever-popular 13th Floor Chicago is by far one of the scariest haunted houses in the Chicagoland area. The 13th floor in this fictional world is a secret that only guests get access to, along with all the horrors that come along with it. Youâll find the usual characters, like that guy who chases people with a bladeless chainsaw, and some unique creatures that are likely to give you quite a fright.
At Aronson Advertising, nestled just outside of Chicago, IL, weâre all looking forward to partaking in autumn activities. Are you looking for digital or traditional advertising services? Contact a team member at Aronson Advertising by calling (847) 297-1700 or fill out our online form for more information.
