Spooktacular fun for all ages awaits at the Springs Preserve's 2011 Haunted Harvest

Oct. 11, 2011 - PRLog -- WHAT:  As fall descends upon Las Vegas, so does the Springs Preserve's 2011 Haunted Harvest. This family-friendly festival awakens nightly October 14-16, October 21-23 and October 28-31, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and offers ample opportunities to explore the Springs Preserve during the evening hours when the Preserve takes on a magical glow. Haunted Harvest is made possible in part through the generous contributions of our sponsors: MGM Resorts International, Sam's Club, Shift4 Corporation and Southwest Gas.

Highlights include:
Rated "G" for ghostly, surprises lie in wait around every turn and down every eerie passageway of our haunted house. Recommended for little ghouls and globins 5 and older.
Make your way through the Midway of Madness Carnival where games of skill challenge the will.
Find a special goody at seven trick-or-treat stations.
Marvel at the winning entries from the annual community-wide Scavenger Scarecrow contest.
Enjoy ghoulish live entertainment, visit with costumed characters and much more!  

For an additional fee, take a journey along the trails on the Haunted Hayride but beware - spooky myths, legends and dark characters may chill you to the bone. Due to popular demand Haunted Hayride tickets are nearly sold out, any remaining tickets can be purchased by calling 702-596-6715 or at the event, if available.

COST:  General admission to Haunted Harvest is $8 for adults, $5 for children 5-12 and free for those 4 and under. Annual pass members receive half off the regular admission price. (Price does not include $1 per ticket online convenience fee). Visit springspreserve.org for more event information.

WHERE:  Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
(Meadows Lane, between Alta Drive and U.S. 95)

WHEN:  Friday through Sunday, October 14 - 16, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
   Friday through Sunday, October 21 - 23, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
   Friday through Monday, October 28 - 31, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

NOTE:  An event ticket is required for all activities at Haunted Harvest. While costumes are welcome at Haunted Harvest, no masks for adults are allowed.  

INFO:  Jim Johnson or Dawn Barraclough at 702-822-7737/7733.
       
OTHER:  Located three miles from the famed Las Vegas Strip, the Springs Preserve is *the best place to explore the Las Vegas Valley's vibrant history through interactive science and nature exhibits, botanical gardens, hiking trails and animal shows. Indoor experiences include exhibition galleries dedicated to showcasing art and traveling exhibitions of local and national significance, on-site technologically advanced learning centers and interactive museum exhibits, and the Springs Cafe operated by the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas. The Springs Preserve also hosts seasonal special events including concerts, arts shows and holiday experiences. Visit springspreserve.org or call 702-822-7700. Follow us on-line via Facebook/Twitter/You Tube. Find us on Google Maps.  

*Named Las Vegas' "Best Family Attraction" and "Best Art Gallery" by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Best of Las Vegas 2011.