DON'T LOSE YOUR HEAD

Iowa's largest and most elaborate Halloween theme park returns October 4, 2024!

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DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES
TO RIDE WITH THE HORSEMAN?

See 10+ haunted attractions for one low price! Visit the Castle of Blood, terrifying Chaos RED, bizarre Freakshow, and the morbid Nightmare Asylum! Find your favorite characters in Blazing Jack-O-Lanterns.  Wander through the Village of the Damned while keeping an eye out for the roaming clowns. Find a snack and quench your thirst in the Zombie Bunny Food Court. And try to survive The Castle of Dr. Demonic.

2024 Dates & Times

Parking Opens at 6:30 pm
Friday and Saturday
Admission
Stops at 10:30 pm
Park Closes 12:00 am
October 13, 20, 27 and 31
Admission
Stops at 8:30 pm
(School Nights)

A jack-o-lantern headed horseman reaches towards the camera invitingly.A bald man wearing a blank mask and a flannel shirt menaces the camera.

Important Information

This event is open for all ages. We recommend parents be involved with their individual children in determining if it is appropriate to attend.

Only online tickets are guaranteed entrance and gate tickets (cash only) are first come first served. Order now to guarantee your terror.

Parking is $5/vehicle for in person ticket purchases.
(cash only)

The village will have food vendors and ATMs available.
(cash only)

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Castle of Dr. Demonik

Dr. Demonik’s evil desires have grown!
His secret laboratory now resides in an old, abandoned castle where he continues to
create even deadlier monsters by splicing the DNA of humans with that of various
animals.
This man’s ambition shows no bounds, and his judgment shows no ethics. BEWARE!
Dr. Demonik is looking for new specimens, and you are his target!

Nightmares
Asylum

Reality doesn’t exist in the Asylum...only insanity and terror!
The worst of the criminally insane reside within these walls, and they don’t like
visitors! The residents cannot be treated. They cannot be controlled. They are beyond
the reach of Redemption!
If you dare enter, their dreams will become your nightmares!

Chaos RED

If you thought Chaos was intense, wait until you experience Chaos RED!
Your senses will be bombarded as you attempt to navigate through the blinding lights,
overpowering sounds and the RED. Morphing creatures follow your every move, and
you will never know when they will strike!

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FreakShow Live!

Daredevils, freaks and clowns all gather under one tent to perform for a captive
audience!
These characters display their skills under the guidance of The Ringmaster, the only
one to keep them in check. Witness thrilling, unbelievable acts of fire, block-head and
more with Freakshow’s live entertainment!
Take a seat - Be amazed!

The Cast of Blood Haunted House in Des Moines

Castle of Blood

Venture through the dark, damp catacombs of Castle Blood. Held within the brick and mortar is horrific torture from which you will beg to escape. Guard yourself against menacing witches who wait for you with rabid werewolves at their side.

Dragon's Lair

The dragons have ravaged the countryside stealing gold and wealth. Now, they rest
inside of their lair.
Can you make it through without waking the beasts? Tread lightly or you will feel their
fire and wrath!

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Apocalypse

Society has fallen, and few remain. Underworld creatures now rise to drag you beneath the surface to their own demented depths.

Axe Throwing

New this year is the Ironside Axe Throw!
Located in the center of the park, you can test your skills with Iowa’s top axe throw club.
Even if you have never tried it before, their professionals can help you hit the mark!
Gather your friends, and hone your skills should a zombie apocalypse be near.
Additional fee is required.

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Blazing Jack-O-Lanterns

Visit our amazing collection of intricately carved pumpkins featuring your favorite scary movie characters, musicians, Sleepy Hollow creatures and so much more!

Zombie Bunny Food Court

Taste a variety of food and drink with Zombie Bunny!
At any time during your visit, we welcome you to enjoy hot chocolate, cider, warm
cookies and more. Of course, you HAVE to partake of Zombie Bunny Ice Cream!
Dining should be an experience, and Zombie Bunny will ensure it is memorable!

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Policies & F.A.Q.

"Don't Be Afraid To Be Scared"

General Policies

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it scary?

We think so! That’s the point!

What are the hours of operation?

Sleepy Hollow’s Haunted Scream Park opens:
Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00pm. The last admission is at 10:30pm so you can finish by midnight.
Sunday evenings at 7:00 pm. The last admission is at 8:30pm so you can finish by 10:00pm.
(This includes other school nights that the Park may be open)

Are there refunds?

Sleepy Hollow does not offer refunds on unused or unwanted tickets. This is a rain or shine event. There are covered queue lines for your wait.

Will anyone touch me?

No. Our actors are trained to scare you without touching you. That being said, it is very dark and foggy. An actor may accidentally bump into you, or you may bump into them. Don’t worry though, nobody will intentionally grab you.

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable clothes to keep you warm / protected. Most importantly, WEAR APPROPRIATE CLOSE TOED SHOES. Our park and attractions have various substrates throughout, including grass, mulch, rock, wood bridges, concrete, and dirt. When it rains, dirt becomes mud. Keep this in mind. While costumes are allowed, masks or coverings that hide your face are not.

How much does it cost?

Please visit our online ticket sales site for rates. Adult rates apply to ages 12 and older, Child rates 11 and younger.

Do you offer group rates?

Please use our contact form or email mary@sleepyhollowsportspark.com for information on group rates. We do offer a discount for groups of 20 or more.

Is there food/drink available at the park?

Yes, you will definitely want to stop by the Zombie Bunny Food Court for a variety of food and drink!

How does your online ticket system work?

Like magic! Purchase your tickets through our ticket page, print them off or have a screenshot of the ticket on your phone, and bring them with you.

How old do you have to be? Is this a family friendly event?

Open to all ages. We recommend parents make the decision for their individual children as to what if any attractions are appropriate to attend.

Are the scares wheelchair accessible?

Due to the outdoor location of this event we cannot guarantee handicap access to all areas. We have made handicap access available in the Castle of Blood, Chaos Red, Ironside Axe Throw, Apocalypse, Zombie Bunny Food Court and for as much of the grounds as possible.

Do you use smoke or strobe lights?

Yes. A lot! Theatrical smoke is used ALL OVER throughout the park and in just about every haunted house. Strobe lights are used in many attractions. We do have warnings posted outside of every attraction that uses strobe lights.

Are costumes allowed?

We do allow costumes in the park, with a few basic rules:

  • Costumes must be family appropriate.
  • Costume masks that cover your entire head are NOT allowed.
  • Anyone wearing a costume MAY NOT identify themselves or portray themselves to be a Sleepy Hollow employee. Costumed guests MAY NOT act as “Street Actors”, trying to scare other guests.
  • Please do not wear any over-sized costumes or anything that may inhibit your ability to walk through tight spaces or crawl in the haunted houses.

Do you serve alcoholic beverages?

For everyones safety, we do not sell alcoholic beverages.

Can we bring our own food or drinks?

All food and beverages must be purchased on property. This includes alcohol. Anyone carrying beer or alcohol around the park will be presumed to have brought their own in and will be asked to leave the premises.

Is smoking allowed?

Sleepy Hollow is a smoke-free park.

Can I take photos?

Photos are allowed throughout the park, but not in any of the attractions. We’d love to see your photos, so be sure and upload them to our Facebook page!

Is there anything we cannot bring into the park?

No bags are allowed in the park. Besides food and beverages, ABSOLUTELY NO WEAPONS are allowed in the park. This includes guns, knives, pepper spray, stun guns, or any other weapons or personal defense items. To avoid confusion, this also includes fake or “prop” weapons. All guests must go through a bag check when entering the park. Any prohibited items will not be allowed inside.

Does the park have security?

In addition to roaming security throughout the park, every major attraction has security posted inside. Additionally, all guests must go through a bag check when entering the park.

I want to do a story on your park or attractions. Who do I contact?

Great! Fill out our contact form, and let us know the specifics on the story you want to do. We love having members of the media out to see what we have to offer!

How old do you have to be to work there?

All actors must be 16 years old, though many positions require you to be 18 years old. To get involved contact the general manager on our contact form.

What if my questions weren't answered here?

Fill out our contact form, and we’ll get back to you with an answer as soon as possible.