Popular Algonquin Yard Haunt Moves, Brings Old Favorites Along
ALGONQUIN, IL — For those who are fans of stopping out to the haunted Westbury Manor and Cemetery in Algonquin each year, you will not find it in the same location this Halloween.
Darren Rich, the mastermind behind the yard haunt, told Patch he’s moved to 1490 White Chapel Lane in Algonquin and he’s brought all his spooky decorations and creepy animatronics along. Now named Dark Chapel, the yard haunt opened this past week to the public.
The yard haunt will open up at dusk every nightthrough Halloween. The yard haunt will remain open until 9:30 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday and until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
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Rich’s yard haunts have been haunting Algonquin for eight years now, he said. It’s been picked as Algonquin’s spookiest house twice now, and those who’ve visited Rich’s former location on Westbury Drive should expect to find their favorites on White Chapel Lane.
“There is a creepy graveyard walk-through and the Field of Screams walk-through where zombies and skeletons will come back to life,” Rich said. “There are several pneumatic props, electric props and static props accompanied by scary sounds and eerie lighting. While many people drive by, this is a walk-thru haunt so you are welcome to get out and enjoy the fun in-person.”
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You can find more information on the yard haunts’ Facebook page.
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