SIR HENRY’S HAUNTED TRAIL “W

elcome. Do you know what fear is?” Guests can find out at Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail.

The outdoor haunted attraction is back on weekends from September 29 to November 4, celebrating its 10th anniversary. Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail fans can expect new characters and old favorites to return for this special celebration.

“This is a huge milestone for us,” said Zach Glaros, Sir Henry’s Haunted Trails owner and founder. “We have grown so much since our first season with just one haunted trail and about seven to eight scare actors. Our team now has over 60 to 75 volunteers depending on the night, and we boast three haunted trails...”

This season has been dubbed the “The Witching Season” as the main antagonist to Sir Henry is an evil witch who seeks his destruction. The three main haunted trails at this year’s attraction:

• “Moonlight Massacre,” which is a vicious werewolf-centered trail.

• “Tales of the Dead” is based around our title character Sir Henry and his band of freaks hunting for the killer of Sir Henry’s bride.

• “Wicked Waters” is set in a swamp and follows an evil witch conjuring up the dead.

New this year, Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail features a brand new attraction for 2023: A haunted 12 to 15-minute hayride. Glaros said a haunted hayride is something he has wanted since he was a kid, and it was a big goal he set for this year’s 10-year celebration.

“We’ve added show-stopping animatronics to it and larger-than-life sets that resemble a Hollywood production,” said Glaros. “Guests will absolutely see the heart and passion we have poured into this new attraction. Guests will ride through all brand new larger-than-life sets from a neighborhood street to a giant Jack-o-Lantern, just to name a few. We have taken many of our former icon characters of the past and built scenes around them, creating the ‘legends’ of Halloween that guests will experience. This will be an additional fee/ticket that guests must purchase.”

Additionally, guests can enjoy two escape rooms, ax throwing, Pelican’s Snoballs, and Smitty’s Hand Dipped Corn Dogs. Other attractions may be announced on www.sirhenryshauntedtrail.com. The event will also feature two escape games (these are 3-minute games) and laser tag. Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail also has a large common area where numerous photo ops, scare actors, and concessions offer Sir Henry’s Twisted Apple, an exclusive hard cider made by Plant City’s own Keel Farms.

Admission tickets must be purchased online in advance, as guests cannot enter the gate until their time slot opens. Tickets must be purchased in advance, with general admission ranging from $27 to $37, depending on the night. General admission allows for one entry into each of the three trails. The three-minute escape game and ax throwing are $5 per person per game. Tickets for these attractions can be purchased on-site in the gift shop.

Some caution must be taken to attend Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail. Closed-toe shoes are highly recommended for walking the trail. The ground is very uneven, so use caution when walking. Strobe lights are in use; please proceed with caution. Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail is not recommended for people with Heart problems, pregnant women, people prone to seizures, or any other affliction made worse by fear, anxiety, or flashing lights. For more information on warnings, visit the website’s About tab and click FAQ.

In celebration of its 10th year, Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail will introduce new characters and welcome back old favorites.