The Adventure Center of Asheville is excited to host the 10th annual Haunted Trail presented by Mellow Mushroom, Asheville’s only family-friendly haunt! The Haunted Trail is created and brought to life by Asheville Plays. This event is ideal for Halloween lovers of all ages, however, kids age 3-12 is the suggested age range. This is the third year that the Adventure Center has hosted this one-of-a-kind live outdoor theatrical experience where guests are promised an entirely immersive and interactive spooky night out. Every year the show is loved by boils and ghouls from all over WNC and we hope to see you there!
The Haunted Trail is 15 live-action outdoor scenes with magical lights and spooky sounds portraying renditions of classic Halloween themes. It is a one-of-a-kind live theatrical experience on an outdoor trail without contact or gore. Geared towards families with kids ages 3-12, visit the Alien Landing, Creepy Circus, and Haunted Pumpkin Patch which are all a part of the trail.
For your little ghouls, The ‘Sweet Peek Tour’ is offered nightly at 6:30 pm. This is a guided tour for younger guests who still aren’t sure about being scared, even for fun. The trail is actor free at this time and they can decide if they would like to re-enter the line and receive the full show.
Play while you wait! The line to enter the Haunted Trail surrounds the game field. Kids can pop out of line to participate in contests and play Asheville Plays Monster-Sized Games.
The Treetops Adventure Park Aerial Glow Trail is also available for guests 4 years or older! Climb on two of our aerial trails while they are illuminated with thousands of colorful twinkle and laser lights. Please review the Glow Trail Section below for age requirements and adult escorts.
If you want to enjoy both of these amazing activities, combo passes are available and WILL sell out, so make sure you reserve your tickets early! *The Haunted Trail does not sell out, however, the entrance closes at 9 pm.
Visit our 30 foot Pirate Ship ! If you are up for a game, visit the Pirate Ship Escape Room to “test ‘yer wit mateys!” 10 voyages are available nightly for purchase with groups of up to 6 per voyage. Check in at the pirate ship for your escape time.
Meet a live Mermaid with a photo opportunity. Then walk the plank at the obstacle course or feed a shark.
Under the big purple/white tent you will find the concessions, Little Ghouls Play Area, and meet our sponsors. You can also get your face painted, purchase balloon art, and snap a photo at our photo booth.
IMPORTANT:
Adults (18+) MUST accompany minors
on the Haunted Trail.
Combo Passes that include the Glow Trail may sell out. Haunted Trail tickets do not.
6:00 Festival Area & Pirates Cove Doors Open
6:00- 7:00 Arrival Time for Aerial Glow Trail if you have tickets for the Combo Pass. Access will be assigned on arrival.
6:30 Haunted Trail “Sweet Peek Tour” is recommended for ages 3 & 4 or anyone nervous about entering the trail. This tour will include only scenes, no actors with the option to come back through the Haunted Trail later when live actors are present.
7:00-9:00 Haunted Trail & Aerial Glow Trail Open
9:00 ALL LINES Close
Ages 3 and under at the HAUNTED TRAIL ONLY | Adults (18+) MUST accompany minors
HAUNTED TRAIL ONLY | Adults (18+) MUST accompany minors
COMBO PASS: HAUNTED TRAIL & 2 AERIAL GLOW TRAILS | Adults (18+) MUST accompany minors
Glow Trail access will be assigned on arrival.
IMPORTANT: With a COMBO PASS, please arrive between 6:00 and 7:00. Each activity will take between 45 minutes to an hour depending upon lines. Guests must be in their last line for either activity by 8:45 PM. Upon arrival, all guests will be assigned a Glow Trail time.
$1 of every Haunted Trail ticket goes to Manna Food Bank- say “Boo to Hunger!”
Mellow Mushroom Large Pizzas (8 slices) are available to pre-order with your Haunted Trail tickets or Combo Passes. Choose between Cheese, Pepperoni and Vegetarian. Then pick them up at the Mellow Mushroom table under the tent from 6-8pm.
WAIVERS ARE REQUIRED- CLICK HERE
IMPORTANT: With a COMBO PASS, arrive between 6:00 and 7:00. Each activity will take between 45 minutes and an hour depending upon lines. Guests must be in their last line for either activity by 8:45 PM. Upon arrival, all guests will be assigned a Glow Trail time.
$40 Haunted Trail & Aerial Glow Trail Access Combo Pass – Adults (18+ ) MUST accompany minors on the Haunted Trail
The Adventure Center of Asheville, 85 Expo Drive, Asheville, NC 28806
Located just 5 minutes from Downtown Asheville and behind Sam’s Club
While the Haunted Trail Festival area is accessible by wheelchair or stroller, the actual Haunted Trail is not. Many of our “walking” areas are thick gravel. So small wheeled strollers usually do not work well.
Check-In
Upon arrival at The Adventure Center of Asheville please follow the fence and lights to the Entrance. A greeter will send you to the correct place to check-in for either the Haunted Trail or Combo Pass.
***** Online Combo Pass Haunted Trail/Aerial Glow Trail waivers should be completed when making reservations to significantly reduce wait time at check-in. Click here for a waiver.
Cancellations
Due to the anticipated volume, all reservations are final and cannot be canceled/refunded. Combo passes may be transferred in advance by contacting the Adventure Center of Asheville at 828-225-2921. “No shows” cannot transfer their time. Transfers are based on space availability and may be limited due to capacity maximums.
We are dedicated to making The Haunted Trail a true community event and honored to be a part of your holiday celebrations.
You may bring a group or a Birthday Party to the Haunted Trail. Just buy your block of tickets via the links above. Full Pizzas are also available for pre-purchase. However, there is no further discount and no food or drink are allowed to be brought in after 5pm. Also, if your group has combo passes, you must check in together to be able to climb the Glow Trail at the same time.
The Haunted Trail is produced by Asheville Plays!. Asheville Plays! was founded by a local husband and wife team, Arica Haro and Hans Banzer who create lasting memories through the power of play. The Haunted Trail is Asheville Plays! signature event, and they are striving to make The Trail a treasured part of your family’s tradition.
For more information, visit www.hauntedtrailwnc.com. For more information about Asheville Plays!, visit www.ashevilleplays.com.
Join us for a “Sensory-Friendly” walk through the Haunted Trail on October 21st sponsored by Great Smiles. In cooperation with Camp Lakey Gap Autism Programs, we will be providing a family-friendly Haunted Trail experience with special accommodations for youth or adults with sensory issues.
How does Sensory Friendly Night work?
What is there to do other than The Haunted Trail? There is a festival area with a life-size Pirate Ship Escape Room, Giant Games (like Connect-4, Broom Jousting, Jenga), a Kids Play Wall, Crafts, Live Contests. There will also be Mellow Mushroom Pizza, Doughnuts, Pop Corn, Ice Cream, Local Beer and Coffee/Hot Chocolate for sale. And of course, the aerial Glow Trail (if it is not sold out.)
What is Boo to Hunger? It is our way of giving back to our community. For every Haunted Trail Ticket, $1 is donated to Manna Food Back which turns into 4 meals. Last year we raised $5,600 which is 22,400 meals. In the last two years, we have raised money for 38,400 meals.
HOURS: FRI-SUN | 10AM-5PM
Fun adventures for the full family, Ages 4+
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The Adventure Center of Asheville is located adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Resort at 85 Expo Drive in Asheville.
Take Exit 3A off of I-240 | Off Patton Ave behind Regent Park