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GHOUL BROTHERS HAUNTED HOUSE is a mind-blowing, horror-dripping, haunted house attraction, built just for you! GHOUL BROTHERS opened its creaky doors in 2017. GHOUL BROTHERS was created by Hollywood FX artist and film director, David Barton, and a staff of monster-loving pros from both the haunted house industry and Hollywood.

01/01/2026

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11/08/2025

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10/31/2025

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10/31/2025

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10/27/2025

Nightmare Cleveland

Pulling up outside of Nightmare Cleveland took me right back to Ghoul Brothers … gas stations, fast food joints, and store fronts surround the haunt that is nestled in the crowded shopping center. This is a vast contrast from their much more ominous and famous “older brother” Chippewa Slaughterhouse. Nightmare Cleveland is a singular themed haunt that heavily relies on a storyline where other-worldly plants and alien life forms have taken over a laboratory.

Upon entering, I told my son I felt like I was in a Disney queue line because we were in a room where an actor was sharing dialogue related to the plot of the haunt. Unfortunately, we couldn’t really understand what was being said as it was hard to hear him … which seemed to be a continuous issue throughout our experience. This haunt is very scripted and rooted in the story, which I’m sure is captivating, but this anchor was lost in the ambient noise.

Sound issues aside, the haunt itself is stunning. The scenery, the lighting, the animatronics -- all of it is top notch. Some of my favorite scenes were the mind-bending mannequin room which twisted perceptions of reality, the elevator, and the bathroom scene.

The actors that they had there were giving it their all and fleshed out scripted parts perfectly. The outside actor terrorizing the people in the queue line was doing a phenomenal job. He pinpointed people that were specifically trying to avoid the wrath of his cow prod. My personal preference is when the actors are comfortable with improv (like our actors at Ghoul Brothers).

After surviving both Nightmare Cleveland and Chippewa Lake Slaughterhouse … at the end of the day, if you can only do one… pick Slaughterhouse. If you can do both, then you definitely should. They are both top-notch haunts and well worth the money. I just felt the lack of ability to follow the storyline, that was so deeply interwoven into Nightmare Cleveland, greatly impacted the experience and made the singular theme feel a bit drawn out. Perhaps with age this ‘little sister’ haunt will match the legacy of its big brother- Chippewa Lake Slaughterhouse… but I’ll let you be the judge of that.

For more info and tickets, please visit: https://nightmarecleveland.com/

10/27/2025

Blood Prison might just be one of the most famous haunts in America with its connection to The Ohio State Reformatory and the 1994 movie ‘The Shawshank Redemption’. The location is notoriously known for its dark and horrific past. From the moment I pulled into the parking lot, the eerie tone was set. The sinister presence of the prison alone was palpable. The dread I felt when I came face to face with the building couldn't be explained… but it was dark.

We went to the back of the Reformatory and waited in line. I didn't know what to expect, when suddenly a green light appeared revealing the Warden's Widow, a guard with a blue respirator, and a mechanical creature with red lights. A menacing presence seemed to follow us, as we began our trip through the haunted halls.
Our first encounter was with an old groundskeeper in his graveyard. This set the tone for the rest of the tour. The scenes were detailed, but what really caught my eye were the prison cell scenes. The cells were creepy enough on their own, but the props were stunning, and the actors played their parts very well. We were escorted to tunnels that were long and pitch black, and assaulted by actors who utilized bright lights to shock and scare us. I truly felt like I was in a horror circus with killer crazed clowns when we were in the clown scene area. From the man on the tank blasting us with air, to the zombies crushing us with a wire fence… we had a memorial time.

Sadly, it seems the ‘lack of actor’ plague has also infected the blood-soaked prison. Many times there were potential scare spots left unfulfilled and at times actors seemed to be low energy. I must commend the actors when an incident occurred where the fire alarm was pulled by a scared patron. The way the actors came together and pulled through even though the sound was off and the lights were on was commendable. They worked as a team to keep providing scares to the very end and that was a huge highlight of my night.

The atmosphere was incredible, the props and scenes were well thought out and entertaining. It was absolutely worth the drive to check this place out.

For more info and tickets, please visit: https://bloodprison.com/

10/18/2025

Chippewa Lake Slaughterhouse

When guests would exit Ghoul Brothers and ask me what they could do to continue the fun for the night, I would tell them "about a half hour drive from us is Chippewa Lake Slaughterhouse… I've heard it's well worth your time".
Imagine my glee last Friday night, pulling into their parking lot knowing I would finally get to check it out! Ghoul Brothers and Chippewa have a few ‘six degrees of separation’. Some of the talented guys who helped get Ghoul Brothers up and running made their stay with the Karver family. As soon as I heard your fingers clanging, I knew it was you, Panic! We also share some mutual volunteers (sorry we missed you Isaac).
When we were waiting in line, a very tall man who loomed over the queue saw my GB hoodie and gave us a shout out. Taking in the scenery, I made note that I now must add ‘abandoned slaughterhouse’ to my list of buildings that just look scary. They are perfect homes for haunts along with hospitals, psych wards, school buildings, and dark trails in the woods.
Upon entering, I was immediately attacked (in the sweetest way) by a crazed, manic grandma and grandpa. I got hugs and kisses; maybe even a little pat on the caboose on the way out… but we have a very close relationship.

The touch pass option is honestly the way to go with Chippewa Lake. I was unable to purchase this add-on due to health issues, but people in my party had quite the experience. They were locked into rooms, picked up and carried away, drawn on by a mischievous Wendigo Warlock, proposed to by the Black Widow, and sniffed and thrown into cars amongst other things. I enjoyed the show that I had with basic entry, but the touch pass adds so much more. That's not a slight on the actors there, it just becomes more immersive.
The acting crew had great energy. However, it seemed they were snake bitten by a lack of actors that night. One of the guys in my party had been there earlier in the season and he pointed out where a few things ‘should have’ happened, so I’m sure that this was a one-night occurrence. This haunt has a singular theme with similar costumes throughout, but some key characters added variation to the typical ‘slaughterhouse worker’ costume and characterization.
The scenery was beautiful…is beautiful the right way to describe a slaughterhouse? It was apparent that some very creative minds took their time developing this twisted world. Some notable sets include: the diner, the butcher shop, and a downed aircraft.
I’ve been contemplating haunts that maintain a singular theme vs those that are more eclectic. I grew up working at The Schoolhouse and Laboratory and then spent my most recent years at Ghoul Brothers. In both locations the themes change from room to room. Going to Slaughterhouse where the whole haunt is based on a singular theme was a new experience for me. As a personal preference I would have liked to experience more individualized monsters and makeup. A singular theme could easily become monotonous, but Chippewa kept things interesting with subtle switch ups. I think there is room in the industry for both; especially when done right like Chippewa Lake Slaughterhouse.

For more info and tickets, please visit:
https://slaughterhouseohio.com/

10/10/2025

Hugz the Clown and Ivy Drip, along with 25 of our Ghouls, visited The Trail of Nightmares ....🧌👻 …..

The Trail of Nightmares in Ontario, Ohio may sound mild and unassuming judging by their name and website; but when we pulled into the parking lot we were immediately transported into a twisted realm where blood curdling screams shrieked through the crisp autumn air. Once I had the pleasure of speaking to the couple who own and operate the establishment, I knew I was in for tricks and treats. Not only were they very hospitable; their love for Halloween and the Haunt Industry was evident and was sure to be reflected in their haunted attraction. As we waited to purchase our tickets we were greeted by an eerily adorable creature with bubble gum candy for eyes. As she asked us to shake her rattle, the source of the surreal scream we heard resounding through the parking lot revealed itself. We ventured onward to be met by a cheerful group of humans, casually gathered around a bonfire that took our tickets. A green light in the distance revealed the start of what would soon become a nightmare that I would willingly relive.
A series of wooded trails unveiled each twisted hell scape. The sets were highly individualized from the outside in; breathing life into their realities. From chapel facades to rustic cabins, full cemetery scapes, caves and diners forgotten in time; this trip was certainly a delight for the senses.
The haunt performers utilized every nook, nuance, and opportunity to perpetuate storylines, poke fun, and absolutely terrorize us. The sheer athleticism demonstrated by the actors in conjunction with elaborate makeup and costuming forced you to buy into their twisted narratives effortlessly. You never know what creatures lurk in the dark or where they may be hiding… just be sure to watch your head.
The scare fest seemed to last an eternity, but is realistically a 25-30 minute feat. Each sinister cinematic experience is polarizing as it simultaneously left me wishing that it would immediately end and also last forever. As soon as we were done, my group unanimously expressed our desire to turn around and go back through… and we did! There was no shortage of surprises, scares or shocks the second time around… we just further ascended into the madness and loved every moment.

For more info and tickets visit: www.thetrailofnightmares.com

10/08/2025

Hugz the Clown along with about 30 of our Ghouls visited Mansfield Speedway …..

Near the heart of Mansfield, Ohio lies three popular haunts: Blood Prison, The Trail of Nightmares, and Mohican Haunted Schoolhouse. Ghoul Brother’s Haunt Squad paid patronage to all of them, stay tuned for our review for each of them.

There is a new kid on the block to that area…. an all-around entertainment experience at the Mansfield Speedway called "Haunted Speedway Nights". It is being put on by former NASCAR Driver, Matt Tifft, who has a real love and appreciation for Halloween. He told me that the people that built the haunt for the Speedway were the same ones the built haunts for Six Flags at Dorian Lake. They turn the track from a thunderous raceway with speeding cars in the summer, to a spooky scare fest for fun in the fall, and then ending the year with a winter wonderland for all to enjoy. Matt is building something for everyone at the beautiful Mansfield Speedway.
When I was told that the team worked at a former six flags, I chuckled in my head because I had already mentally labeled the place as a miniature theme park. You walk into a midway filled with large scale skeletons and other decorations as well as carnival games and some delicious food. I highly recommend you try the candied smoked bacon and brisket sandwich and a blood bag filled with strawberry lemonade! You can sit and listen to live bands, pay to play some games for tickets to trade in for prizes, or you can grab some bean bags and challenge your friends to a free play of co****le.
At the end of the midway, in all its glory, is the Grandstand, which has been transformed into the haunted house.
First things first … rumors are circulating online that there are ‘5 haunted houses’ at this location and this is not true. There is one long haunt to walk through. The haunt itself was very fun and has a consistent theme of a raceway/garage. I was surprised to see real cars in scenes that were revved up and ready run us over as we passed them by! I turned the corner and got blasted in the face by a confetti cannon… days later and I'm still picking it off of me. No spoilers, but there is a scene that I enjoyed watching many of our 30 + actors run from. The walk-thru was decently long and took around 15-20 minutes.
Matt shared his future plans to create a multi-level haunt to match the grandstands stately heights. All in all, the Ghoul Brothers crew enjoyed it. The Haunt and the Midway is an enjoyable experience that is suitable for different ages. If you want to have a fun night out, Matt and his crew have done a great job of building something entertaining at Mansfield Speedway. I am personally going back to see the Christmas event and probably a few races. I’m excited to see what the future holds for this debut attraction.

Check out their website for dates and tickets: https://thespeedway.com/pages/events

10/01/2025

Ghoul Brothers own Hugz the Clown and Ivy Drip, along with 20 of our Ghouls 👻, visited Bloodview Haunted House …..

Bloodview Haunted House, located in Broadview Heights, has been scaring customers for over 40 years. They donate proceeds to both local and national charities, and every one of their scare actors are volunteers. You never know who you may run into: a maniac in the woods or a pleasant, yet very deranged, young man in a wedding dress who asked me if I could be his next beloved. Each actor is encouraged to create their character and add their own dialogue. It's not one of those "jump out with a booth pedal and then go back into the dark" type of haunts. As you Ghoul Brother fans and freaks have experienced with us, you know how that acting is. Bloodview is produced by the improv acting group "The Legion of Terror." Fun fact, former members of that group helped Ghoul Brothers establish our acting style in the early years.
The night we visited, we pulled into the parking lot to see more cars than expected for a September night. Once in line I contemplated getting fast passes since it seemed a little long and there were 20 of us Ghouls to add to the queue, however; I was soon relieved to see the line moving at a nice speed.
As we approached the ticket taker my 10 year old daughter was nervous since this was the first haunt that she has walked through that Dad hasn't been a part of. I really enjoyed the fact that Bloodview utilized both indoor and outdoor spaces to create transformative environments. The timing was fantastic and we never ran into another group during our experience. I will say that they seemed to be sparse on actors, leading to some unintentional dead zones, bad pun intended.
Upon our exit, I was delighted to be greeted by a second part. I’m glad to see that Bloodview has done some expansion work in the last 15 years since I visited last. The second half seemed to play on claustrophobia with its tight hallways and dark passageways. Despite the scarcity of actors in the second half as well; I felt that those in attendance were truly giving it their all. I even managed to get my name on the ‘Kill List’!
After we finished our walk through I got to speak to one of the guys in charge of running the haunt he confirmed that the actors were minimal that night and had to be spread out to accommodate. He said most nights they are packed with actors especially as October comes around. When touring the makeup and costume space we witnessed a makeup artist making creatures of customers that had just walked through and wanted the opportunity to volunteer. The haunt has beautiful scenery, some dedicated higher ups and is a great beginner haunt (my daughter jumped, laughed, screamed, and had a blast) especially if you want to do more than just get scared and want to be entertained.
Sink your teeth into a great cause, try on someone else’s skin and see Bloodview Haunted House for yourself.

09/07/2025

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