What to Expect
What Happens When I Arrive at Festival Fright Nights?
Upon arrival at Festival Fright Nights, you'll check in at Winchester Mystery House and then explore the haunted mazes and experiences set across the estate grounds.
When you arrive at Festival Fright Nights, head to the check-in area at Winchester Mystery House to scan your tickets and enter the event.
Here's what to expect once you're on the grounds:
- Arrive 15 minutes before the entry time listed on your ticket.
- Have your order QR code ready on your phone. One QR code checks in your whole party.
- All guests pass through security screening and all bags will be searched before entering.
- Once inside, explore at your own pace. The three main haunted attractions for 2026 are The Root of All Evil, The Final Descent, and House of Spirits.
- If you purchased add-ons such as The Underhouse: The Collector's Secret, Harry Houdini Presents: Do Spirits Exist?, Hide & Seek: The Lost Children, or The Séance Society Speakeasy, follow event signage to find them.
- Fast Fright and VIP guests should look for the Fast Fright lane at each attraction.
- Recording and flash photography are not permitted inside the attractions.
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