Countdown to 2013 - Frankenstein's Wedding

Today's haunt review is for Frankenstein's Wedding, an elaborate home haunt/yard display in Oak Forest, IL. Frankenstein's Wedding features the marriage of the Frankenstein Monster to his bride, presided over by a maniac preacher as the main display you can see.  There are also many other features on display here, a creepy cemetery in the front lawn, creatures everywhere you look, even on the rooftop!

For our full review, complete with photos, slideshow, and on the spot review, click here.

Countdown to 2013 - Spirits on Sproat

Today's haunt is Spirits on Sproat,  a yard display located in Oak Lawn, IL. The Tourers have been visiting this location since 2009, and we always enjoy coming back to see what's new (and even what's old).

The "spirits" of the haunt name are life size figures representing famous monsters from horror movies, TV, literature, and even some inventions direct from the owner's mind. Some of the more recognizable figures include Leatherface, Freddy Krueger, Michael Meyers, and Jason Voorhees, although there are many more. 

All of the figures are hand created, so they represent a departure from your typical Halloween stand up displays. Check out our review, complete with video walkthrough and commentary here.

Devil's Playground walkthrough

Just added a walkthrough of our visit to the Devil's Playground Halloween yard display in Oak Lawn, Illinois. All of the props are handmade, and the display is wired so that it looks completely dark until you approach the house. This is the only haunt where a prop scared all the Tourers at the same time! Check out our full review here.

Countdown to 2013 - 8/11 - Fear on Fiona

Today's review is another of the great haunts in the Mokena area. This one is called Fear on Fiona, and it's a large yard display with lots of props, both animated and static. There is a huge amount to see here, and sometimes the props are augmented with live actors milling through the crowd. This is definitely one haunt that we make a point of visiting year after year.

This haunt gets very busy during the latter part of the season, so if you like a lot of Halloween action, plan your visit towards the end of October. On the other hand, if you like to look at all of the props in more quiet surroundings, visit during the week or earlier in the season.

Check out our full review here.

Countdown to 2013 - Gates of Delirium

The countdown to Halloween season 2013 continues! Check out today's review - Gates of Delirium Haunted Attraction in Gilman, IL - this is simply one of the most atmospheric haunts we have been to. It has detailed sets, great actors, and it's set inside a carpeted building, which deadens sound and makes it even creepier! Although it's about 90 minutes from home base, we make a point to hit it every year. It's that good!

Coutndown to 2013 - The Devil's Playground

Today's haunt is a review for the Devil's Playground, which is a home haunt/yard display located in Oak Lawn, Illinois. It's a nicely done setup, with many homemade props. IT also holds the distinction of being the only haunt the Tourers have visited where all three of us got surprised at the same time!

Check it out here.

Countdown 2013 - Resurrection Graveyard

Today's updated review is for Resurrection Graveyard Haunted House, one of the finest home haunts in the Chicagoland area, and one that rivals some pay haunts in quality.

We stumbled upon thus haunt in 2010 and it's hard to believe this is something people do in their own front yard. The actor enthusiasm, the sets, and everything about this haunt makes it top notch.

We absolutely love it! Check out our review here.