Coaldale's Haunted School returns for five nights starting Oct. 20
The Town of Coaldale is reviving its annual Halloween attraction at the former John Davidson School, with new paid admission this year.
The Town of Coaldale will reopen its Haunted School attraction for five nights this October, running from 6 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 20, 21, 27, 28 and 29 at the former John Davidson School.
The event offers two experiences: a family-friendly side for young children and a scarier version featuring live actors and jump scares. For the first time, the Town is charging admission, with children aged 5 to 11 paying $5 and anyone 12 and older paying $10. Parents accompanying children on the family-friendly side can enter free, but those joining kids through the scarier section must pay.
Mayor Jack Van Rijn said the event is meant to bring the community together, thanking volunteers and community partners for helping build the attractions again this year. Community groups, organizations and individuals interested in helping create attractions can contact the Town through Brooke Tonin.
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