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Kansas City's Legendary Haunts: A 51-Year Tradition of Fear

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, Kansas City’s Historic West Bottoms District comes alive with frights and thrills for its 51st Halloween season. Kicking off on September 12, the city’s legendary haunted attractions, including Beast, Edge of Hell, and Macabre Cinema, promise a spine-tingling experience that continues to draw thrill-seekers year after year.

A Weekend of Terror Awaits

The haunted attractions will be open nightly until November 1, with peak excitement happening during weekends. September evenings feature smaller crowds, resulting in a panic-inducing experience compounded by unexpected jump scares and exhilarating surprises. For visitors looking for a lively—and slightly less terrifying—experience, evenings in October offer a mix of screams and laughter, combining the thrills of haunted houses with fall festival vibes.

This season, all ticket purchases will utilize a timed-entry system, so advance purchases are highly recommended. This ensures that visitors can choose their preferred time to tackle the three terrifying destinations. To prepare for an adrenaline rush of fun, guests should arrive at least an hour before their scheduled entry time to check in at the Central Waiver Station, where they will receive their entry wristbands.

The Haunts: Scare Legends Unleashed

Beast Haunted Attraction

Prepare to step into a dimension filled with historical horrors. The Beast Haunted Attraction dares players to navigate through nightmarish settings featuring voodoo curses, the sinister specter of Jack the Ripper, and ominous witch trials. With towering animatronics and jaw-dropping illusions, it delivers a thunderous punch of terror guaranteed to leave you breathless.

• - Location: 1401 W. 13th St., KCMO 64102
• - Opening Hours: Opens September 12 at 7:30 PM

Edge of Hell

Claiming the title of the oldest commercial haunted attraction in the United States, Edge of Hell takes daring visitors on an underground journey through dark caves, rat-infested crypts, and culminates in a breathtaking five-story drop from heaven to hell. It is a fear-inducing expedition that promises to ensnare souls into unending terror.

• - Location: 1300 W. 12th St., KCMO 64101
• - Opening Hours: Also opens September 12 at 7:30 PM

Macabre Cinema Haunted Attraction

Originally a 1930s theater, Macabre Cinema now stands as a grotesque homage to horror film legends. Visitors will wander through chilling movie sets filled with iconic characters of fright, immersing them in a multi-story nightmare that transforms the experience of being a spectator into becoming part of the horror.

• - Location: 1222 W. 12th St., KCMO 64101
• - Opening Hours: Debuts on September 12 at 7:30 PM

Maximize Your Scare Experience

To ensure maximum fright, mark your calendar! The opening weekend of September 12 is an excellent opportunity to dive headfirst into the season's new scares. Additionally, check out extended hours on Thursdays in October (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) and Sundays (19, 26) from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM.

Buying timed tickets online ahead of time grants fantastic flexibility while ensuring a memorable experience. Past participants suggest arriving early not only to enjoy the haunting attractions but also to participate in the vibrant Festival of the Full Moon, hosted throughout the West Bottoms on event nights.

This year’s 51st season promises a perfect blend of terror and fun, solidifying the West Bottoms' reputation as Kansas City’s go-to destination for ghoulish adventures. For tickets and additional information on specific events and times, visit the individual haunted attractions' websites to guarantee your first step into fear this Halloween season.

About Full Moon Productions

Full Moon Productions operates three of the most esteemed haunted attractions in America: Beast, Edge of Hell, and Macabre Cinema, located in the heart of Kansas City’s Historic West Bottoms. With a legacy dating back to 1975, the company also runs the Festival of the Full Moon and the Kansas City Ghost and Gangsters Tour, continuously striving to provide immersive experiences rooted in creativity and community. In addition to frightful thrills, they actively support anti-bullying programs to foster positive interactions within the community.