Courtesy of the Chattanooga Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
When ChattaBOOga transforms itself from Chattanooga in October, it’s not the typical haunted venue. There’s a haunted cavern deep inside the heart of Lookout Mountain; a killer critter craze where some of nature’s most feared and notorious creatures are explored in detail; an amazing corn maze – friendly by day, but a heart-stopping labyrinth by night and hair-raising, ghostly experiences.
October in Chattanooga offers thrilling, chilling adventure and family fun you can’t experience anywhere else.
SURVIVE THE RUBY FALLS HAUNTED CAVERN
The Cerberus Virus has been contracted by victims in the cave – and they are mixed in with the visitors. The adrenaline factor may be high when you’re facing a horde of Infectids, but leave the fighting to the Cerberus professionals who have trained for these encounters, whereas you probably have not. We recommend you stay cool and move swiftly to safety! Bring a friend or three, so long as they do not panic or cause attention. You should especially beware of the Sliders, the most underestimated of all Cerberus Virus victims.
Flashlights, cell phones, open flames and loud noises (potentially screams) will only draw the Infected to you – these items are not allowed and could be confiscated by Cerberus Agents. If someone in your group is bitten or possibly infected, our Cerberus Agents will be happy to assist you with the disposal of such members in your party. This intense event takes place both above and below ground and is considered one of the area’s best haunted attractions. www.HauntedCavern.com / 423-821-2544
“THRILLS, GILLS & CHILLS” AT THE TENNESSEE AQUARIUM
Your pulse heightens and your heart pounds as a large, toothy sand-tiger shark eases past your cheek, an alligator stares you blankly in the eyes as if you are soon to be lunch for rattlesnakes, anacondas and a boa constrictor slither right by you. Just relax and embrace the creepy critter jitters. That’s what the Tennessee Aquarium’s month-long celebration, “Thrills, Gills and Chills,” is all about!
Learn about the chilling aspects of the predator/prey relationships in the natural world by uncovering the real facts about moray eels, scorpions, alligators, sharks, poisonous frogs and even penguins evading their fearsome predators. Special daily dives, feedings and gallery programs will also focus on the myths and mysteries of some of the most notorious and misunderstood animals on earth. www.tnaqua.org or 800-262-0695
GET LOST IN ROCK CITY’S ENCHANTED MAZE OR FOREST OF FEAR
First you think trivia questions and a corn maze, can’t be too hard, right? Getting the questions right is the key in getting out of the challenging, 10-acre labyrinth of trails, answering them wrong will only take you deeper into the maze. As darkness surrounds the field, the maze turns a little spooky when 10-foot stalks are outlined in the moonlight to create a hair-raising challenge of twists, turns and rustling stalks. You can also enjoy a historic birdhouse barn, interactive haunted hayrides, bonfire, ghost stories, live music and a kiddie hay maze.
And if you dare, venture into the “Forest of Fear in Blowing Screams Farm” for a haunting, 3D experience. Very few people who dare trespass this mysterious and desolate place survive. This is the ultimate haunt experience! Blowing Screams Farm is an intense-scare attraction, parental discretion is advised. www.enchantedmaze.com, www.blowingscreamsfarm.com or 706-820-2531
“CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND” GHOST TOURS
What was that sound? Where did it come from? Are those lights or orbs? Be prepared to ‘jump out of your skin” while taking an evening walking ghost tour through downtown Chattanooga, hearing tales (and maybe even getting pictures) of some of the city’s TRUE hauntings! The tour begins at Walnut Street Bridge (downtown side/South), and proceeds at a leisurely pace to the Read House, home of the infamous Room 311 and its permanent inhabitant, Anna Lisa Netherly.
Chattanooga truly assumes a life of its own when you pass historic buildings, while hearing ghost stories and other tidbits about supernatural activity. Tours are conducted by actors and storytellers; however, no actors will follow, jump out, or otherwise “spook” you. Therefore, this tour is suitable for youngsters who are not overly frightened simply from hearing stories. The stories in this tour have been researched; many are supported by newspaper articles and the remainder by books. Don’t forget to bring your cameras! www.chattanoogaghosttours.com / 423-821-7125
