Knott’s Scary Farm Celebrates 52nd Season and Unveils Two New Terrifying Mazes

Get your courage ready, ghouls, because Southern California’s longest-running Halloween theme park event, Knott’s Scary Farm, has just dropped the full lineup for 2025, and it’s a terrifying masterpiece. From new mazes to returning favorites, we’re excited for another year of this legendary event!

New Mazes for 2025

Scary Farm is introducing two all-new mazes to its gruesome collection:

Mary – The Haunting of Worth Home: After the tragic death of her family, Mary was violently murdered and buried alive by jealous townsfolk who were envious of her perfect family and home. Through immense pain and grief of her loss, Mary returns from the grave searching aimlessly for her family as she and her legion of nightmarish creatures will do anything to exact revenge on anyone that steps inside her once beautiful home.

art for the new Mary 0 the Haunting of Worth Home maze at Knotts Scary Farm

The Zoo: Something has taken over the abandoned zoo. What was once a lively showcase of exotic animals has been transformed into a terrifying laboratory of animal/human experiments. Hybrid creatures have turned on their creators and the compound is crawling with mutant soldiers thirsty for revenge. Rumors are swirling that the mutated monsters are planning something that will change everything!

art for the new The Zoo maze at Knotts Scary Farm

Returning Mazes

Prepare to face your fears with these fan-favorite mazes, back to haunt your dreams:

Eight Fingers Nine: The Boogeyman: Step into a living fairy tale where a flesh-eating monster hunts for his next meal.
Widows: Enter a web-covered nursing home where demonic, eight-legged black widows have possessed the elderly. residents.
Room 13: Uncover the source of the mayhem in this Prohibition-era maze as you search for The Devil’s Elixir.
Cinema Slasher: Travel through the silver screen and into a trilogy of slasher films where you are the next target.
The Chilling Chambers: Guided by the menacing Crimson Lord, you’ll face the most infamous monsters from Scary Farm’s horrific history.
The Grimoire (Final Year): This is your last chance to enter the world of an ancient relic that turns your nightmares into reality.
Mesmer: Sideshow of the Mind (Final Year): Professor Mesmer’s hypnotic session can cure your phobias, but his methods are pure terror.
Origins: The Curse of Calico: Unearth the sinister paranormal activity that plagues the town as the witch Sarah Marshall is put on trial.

Sinister Scare Zones

Nowhere is safe once the streets are taken over by monsters! This year’s scare zones include:

Ghost Town Streets: The original and most fear-filled scare zone where terror lurks around every fog-filled corner.
The Gore-ing ’20s: The revelers at The Blind Tiger speakeasy have been cursed, and they’re ready to show you their dark decadence.
CARNEVIL: Step right up to the Boardwalk to come face-to-face with deviant clowns and circus freaks dying for your attention.
Forsaken Lake: The lake recedes to reveal gothic creatures that wander from their crypts.
The Gauntlet: An updated twist on a returning favorite, with maniacal jesters and brutal barbarians invading Camp Snoopy.

Hauntingly Good Shows & Attractions

The Hanging: A pop culture parody show where The Lawman tracks down the vilest villains of the year.
Conjurers: An Illusionist takes the stage at the Bird Cage Theatre for a mind-bending show.
Timber Mountain Log Ride: Halloween Hootenanny: This beloved ride gets a spooky overlay with creatures and the Calico Coffin Creeper Band.
Le Magnifique Carnaval du Grotesque: A collection of death-defying feats and carnival acts to delight your darkest desires.
Into The Fog: A Scary Farm Tribute Art Show: Home to a collection of original art by unique and talented artists from across the country. These artists have drawn inspiration from Knott’s Scary Farm’s rich decades-long history.
Legacy Store: Super-themed store packed with photo opps and all your merchandise needs.

Tickets & Terrifying Details

The horrors of Knott’s Scary Farm will descend upon the park for a total of 28 nights, beginning on September 18 and running through November 1. The event is open from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. on select other nights.

For those who want to brave the whole season, a Scary Farm Pass is available for a limited time. Single-night tickets and the Fright & Fast Lane passes are also available, ensuring you get to experience every single terror. For a truly immersive experience, consider the Scary Farm Boo-fet, which offers dinner with the monsters and early entry into select mazes.

Please be aware of the chaperone policy: all guests 15 years old or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone who is at least 21. A clear bag policy will also be in effect. For all the details and to purchase your tickets, visit knottsscaryfarm.com.