STANHOPE, NJ — As darkness falls, Wild West City transforms into a site of mystery and fear, centered around the legend of a cursed golden skull. The skull, said to be buried by Arapaho Natives long before the Gold Rush, promises immense wealth and power but also a life of insanity to its possessor.
The town has plunged into chaos since the skull’s resurrection. Its location and the identity of its current holder remain unknown. The Marshal of Wild West City, in a desperate attempt to restore order, has enlisted the help of a group of Pinkertons to solve the mystery and return the skull to its original resting place in the Old Wild West City Goldmine.
The event, taking place between October 20 and October 28, invites visitors to engage with this lore, transforming the venue into a haunted town where the lines between reality and insanity blur. Participants enter the town at their own risk, as it becomes unclear who can be trusted amidst the unfolding madness.
Designed to be more than just a haunted house experience, the Haunted Wild West Fest combines elements of folklore, historical reenactment, and interactive theater. The event poses a compelling question to its attendees: who has the skull, and will it be returned to its original burial spot?
Tickets to the event grant access to a chilling world that blends storytelling and interactive experience. The festival aims to provide a unique, immersive atmosphere, fusing history with legend and inviting participants to become part of a live-action enigma.
This multi-day event promises to deliver a distinctive twist to Halloween festivities, offering a blend of horror, history, and interactive mystery. With an entire town gripped by a haunting narrative, the Haunted Wild West Fest in Stanhope aspires to be an unforgettable journey into the unknown.