2024 Question and Answer With The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville

Brides so beautiful they are deadly

MAHauntedHouses.com recently sat down with Kelly Grill of The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville, to discuss what's new at The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville for the 2024 Halloween Season!

What's new at The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville for 2024? Do you have any new rides, attractions, or special features that Haunt Seekers should know about?

This year we have a new theme - a wedding at Deadwoodville. The entire haunt follows the story of Kitty and Karl, a mortal (Karl) who proposes to an undead (Kitty) against her fathers wishes. All the towns people are excited to bring visitors through the town to prepare for the wedding while they make sure Karl doesn't run into Kitty's father. This years new additions include 4 musical numbers!

What are you most excited about for the 2024 Halloween Season?

I am most excited to see the audience reactions to the story line and the creative characters. There is so much to see it is impossible to take it all in in one trip through town!

What differentiates The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville from other local haunts in Massachusetts?

Our haunt is a theatrical, interactive experience. The dead "live" in Deadwoodville and are proud of their town. We have three musical numbers and characters from many different time periods who love to interact with visitors. We expect just as many laughs as screams!

How long has The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville been in business? Can you tell us a bit more about The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville's history?

This is our third year of creating the haunt and second year in this location. It is a partnership between the Hopkinton Center for the Arts and the MetroWest YMCA outdoor center. Proceeds from the event benefit both organizations.

What's your favorite experience since opening The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville?

My favorite experience has been seeing the characters come to life and the audiences amazement at the attention to detail as they left the haunt.

How long is a typical haunt experience at The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville from start to finish?

A typical tour last 45 minutes so the entire experience is about one hour.

On a scale from 1 to 10, how scary would you say The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville is? Why?

It depends on the person but I would lean into more clever and impressive oddities than scary. There is a pretty scary jump scare and the storyline leans more adult focused. However it is appropriate for 10 and up or (PG -13)

Does The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville's property have any real haunted history? Do you have a spooky encounter you'd like to share?

It is deep in the woods and last year the full moon shone right above us. A perfect setting!

What inspired you to open up a haunted attraction? What's your favorite part of the business?

It started as a fundraiser and a way to support our mission. It has turned into a year long passion project that brings our theatrical team and haunt lovers together. It is a great partnership and aligned missions. My favorite part is seeing audience reactions.

How has new technology (i.e. animatronics, special props, etc) helped you to enhance The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville?

We are supported by holiday light company Under Pressure which transforms the space with colored lights. We use projections, sound and theatrical lighting to enhance several scenes.

Can The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville accommodate large groups? How many people can experience The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville together as a group?

We send through groups of 18 every 10 minutes. We could accommodate as many as 20-25 in one group

Does The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville offer any special deals, discounts, or coupons?

We offer the opportunity to host a party of up to 25 people on site. You can host a company outing, birthday party, bachelorette party and for an additional fee we will provide all food, bar and fire pit in a lodge on site. Email us for details info@hopartscenter.org

Anything else you'd like to let us know about The Haunt: A Wedding at Deadwoodville?

Photos from last years haunt says it all! We are excited to invite you to our event. This year we expanded to two weekends. We promise you will be scared, entertained and will leave singing and dancing!