Boo! Scared By The Sound Returns To Yorktown For 2024

YORKTOWN, NY — Prepare to be terrified! Scared by the Sound, "a hair-raising Halloween attraction," is back in Yorktown for its third year.

Organizers say the "haunted netherworld" is composed of a series of highly detailed Halloween-themed scenes and offers an unforgettable experience that lasts around 17-18 minutes. The indoor walk-through haunted house aims to bring guests face-to-face with their worst phobias.

The holiday tradition, which started over two decades ago at Rye Playland, has new elements this year, including a haunted bayou, witches, wolves and "doctor will see you now" rooms.

"We’re heavy with the actors. We’re heavy with the realism," Patrick Costello, of Scared by the Sound, said. "We have a haunted wine cellar, for example. Instead of using fake props, we have over 4,000 real wine bottles on display. Same thing for the library. Instead of plastic books, we have over 4,000 real books."

The attraction is expected to draw 5,000 to 6,000 visitors this season, depending on weather. In order to reduce wait times, tickets are sold based on timed entry, but wait times may still vary, especially closer to Halloween. The attraction is not recommended for children under 11.

"We are thrilled to have Scared by the Sound return to Yorktown," said Yorktown Supervisor Ed Lachterman. "This haunted house is not only a fun and exciting attraction, but it’s also an important driver for local businesses and restaurants, bringing thousands of visitors to our community. It’s great to see the positive economic impact it has on Yorktown."

Scared by the Sound is located at 380 Downing Drive, in Yorktown. It will run on weekend nights throughout October, with additional dates on November 1 and 2. Hours are from 8 p.m. to 11 on Fridays; 7 p.m. to 11 on Saturdays; and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sundays.

For tickets and more information, visit Scared by the Sound’s website.