Prepare for a chilling journey into the depths of terror as Kansas City’s West Bottoms haunted attractions gear up for their 50th season, promising a golden anniversary filled with unforgettable thrills and spine-tingling encounters. The iconic trio – Edge of Hell, Beast, and Macabre Cinema – returns to deliver a hauntingly unforgettable experience, catering to every horror enthusiast’s darkest desires.
The season kicks off with a chilling bang on Friday the 13th, a date synonymous with superstition and the perfect launchpad for a season of scares. Edge of Hell and Beast, the haunt’s two most infamous attractions, will open their doors at 7:30 PM, inviting the brave to confront their deepest fears and face the nightmarish creatures lurking in the shadows. Macabre Cinema, the haunt’s cinematic horror experience, will join the lineup on Friday, September 27, adding another layer of eerie entertainment to the mix.
This year’s milestone season goes beyond the standard chills and thrills, introducing a new wave of visitor-centric innovation with the implementation of timed ticketing. Guests can now choose their preferred entry time, ensuring a smoother experience with reduced waiting times and a more streamlined flow. This change allows for a more immersive experience, allowing guests to truly soak in the eerie atmosphere without the stress of long queues. Fear not, though, as the timed ticketing system won’t diminish the scare factor, with chilling actors still lurking in the shadows, ready to pounce on unsuspecting visitors.
Edge of Hell continues its legacy of delivering gut-wrenching fear, playing on phobias and anxieties to leave hearts racing and minds reeling. Beast, on the other hand, is back with a revamped open-format design, where guests navigate a labyrinthine maze, encountering horrifying creatures at every turn. The choice of path becomes a chilling decision, adding another layer of fear to the already unsettling experience. Macabre Cinema offers a unique twist on the traditional haunt, bringing classic horror films to life and allowing guests to step into iconic movie scenes and encounter legendary characters up close. This chilling experience promises to be a highlight for any horror fan, offering a unique blend of cinematic nostalgia and spine-chilling realism.
As these attractions celebrate 50 years of fearsome fun, they continue to be a benchmark for Halloween enthusiasts across the nation. From confronting the devil himself at Edge of Hell to losing your way in Beast’s eerie castle and bayou, and finally, becoming part of a classic horror film at Macabre Cinema, this season promises thrills and chills like never before. “Let the scaring commence with timed ticketing priming the lines to move faster,” said Amber Arnett-Bequeaith, also known as the Queen of Haunts, outlining the plan for this landmark year in the West Bottoms. “This 50th season will be our best yet. With timed tickets, guests can immerse themselves in the experience with a predictable time to enter.”
