News Summary

Homeowners in Northeast Ohio are transforming their properties into impressive haunted attractions this Halloween season. Many displays are free to visit, offering fun for families while catering to all ages and creative themes. Notable attractions include Alan Perkins’ giant Lego skeleton and John Douglas’ Douglas Manor. The community is engaged with local Halloween clubs and various festive activities like trick-or-treating and pumpkin carving, highlighting the DIY Halloween spirit prevalent in the area.

Northeast Ohio

Homeowners across Northeast Ohio have transformed their properties into elaborate haunted attractions this Halloween season. Many of these home haunts are free to visit, offering an affordable way for families to celebrate the holiday together. From family-friendly decorations to full-scale scares, the displays cater to all ages and creative themes.

Featured Home Haunts

• Alan Perkins’ Display

  Location: 7569 River Road, Olmsted Falls
  Features: A 13.5-foot Lego skeleton that took six weeks to construct, complemented by miniature skeletons holding smaller versions of larger pieces.
  Viewing Hours: Lit nightly from 7-10:30 p.m. through November 1.
  Donation Info: QR codes on-site for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

• Paul Tylicki’s Castle Display

  Location: 12043 Padua Dr. E, North Royalton
  Features: A gypsy wagon, headless horseman, and 900 individually planted corn stalks creating an immersive 1800s castle and monster theme.
  Viewing Hours: Monday-Thursday 7-10 p.m.; Friday-Sunday 7 p.m.-midnight through Halloween.
  Community Involvement: Local kids participate in operating the haunt.

• Jake Shella’s Louisiana Swamp Experience

  Location: 7441 Hi View Dr., North Royalton
  Features: A walkthrough journey with animatronics and moving figures mimicking a bayou experience, complete with swamps, cemeteries, catacombs, and ending at Bourbon Street.
  Viewing Hours: Monday-Sunday 7-10 p.m.; weekend hot chocolate bar and prizes will be available.

• John Douglas’ Douglas Manor

  Location: 3418 Lincoln Ave., Parma
  Features: Fully themed rooms including a swamp room, a blood-soaked asylum, and an upside-down room designed for families.
  Sensory-Friendly Experience: Scheduled for October 22, 1-5 p.m.
  Donation Info: $5 required for guests over 6, supporting City Dogs of Cleveland and Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter.

Community Engagement

The Cleveland Haunt Club connects local Halloween enthusiasts and has over 33,000 members on Facebook. The Fright Map mobile app further enhances the experience by helping visitors explore home haunts, professional attractions, and yard displays throughout Northeast Ohio.

General Halloween Events Nearby

In addition to private home displays, various cities in Northeast Ohio have scheduled trick-or-treating hours, allowing residents to enjoy festive activities. Events includes family-friendly pumpkin festivities, themed parties, and community celebrations. Popular activities during this Halloween season also include pumpkin carving, spooky walks, and seasonal treats, engaging community members of all ages.

Conclusion

The DIY Halloween spirit is thriving in Northeast Ohio, with homeowners generating creative displays and interactive experiences that bring communities together. Families can easily navigate these attractions, making the Halloween season a festive and memorable occasion.

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Additional Resources

• News Herald: Happenings in Northeast Ohio
• Wikipedia: Halloween
• Cleveland.com: Halloween Home Haunts
• Google Search: Northeast Ohio Halloween events
• Northeast Ohio Parent: Fall Fun Events
• Google Scholar: Halloween in Northeast Ohio
• Cleveland19: New Sports Venue in Cleveland
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Halloween
• Cleveland.com: Trick-or-Treating Times
• Google News: Northeast Ohio Halloween

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