Utah Haunted Forest Runs Weekends With 90–100 Staff

Halloween attractions and events continue to evolve, blending traditional spookiness with modern technology and diverse entertainment to engage a wide range of audiences. In Utah, Rob Ethington highlights how Halloween attractions have transformed from simple setups to complex productions featuring robotics and computer-driven effects, requiring months of preparation. Meanwhile, various family-friendly Halloween events are taking place in Loveland, Colorado, including theatrical performances like "Frankenstein: A Living Comic Book" and the ballet "Dracula," alongside educational and safety workshops. The town of St. Helens, Oregon, famously known as the filming location for the 1998 Disney Channel movie "Halloweentown," has embraced its cinematic heritage by hosting annual celebrations that attract tens of thousands of visitors. In York, England, the York Dungeon has introduced a new seasonal show called "The Butcher of Bedern," which combines historical storytelling with spooky entertainment to highlight the city's Victorian-era past in a family-friendly manner. These varied Halloween offerings illustrate a blend of nostalgia, technological innovation, cultural storytelling, and community engagement that defines contemporary Halloween celebrations.