Special Attractions and Features Saturdays and Sundays. *Some weekday evenings.

Every weekend there are special attractions going on. Please note the closing times so you do not miss out. Main attractions are generally not open after 5pm although some are. Read on for details.
Some combination tickets include multiple attractions. There are also tickets sold individually that have limited capacity. These limited capacity tickets will likely be sold out in advance. Click the ticket tab to find out more about the activities and times availabtle. These activities are not ADA accessible for all due to ground conditions and steps to location, stairs and sand.

Sand Island Adventure Boat Ride, Big Foot Hunt and more- Last ride departs island at 4:30pm. Ride across the river on our cool new water shuttle to Sand Island. After disembarking walk the nature path and see the incredible pumpkin carvings by Carving Artist Extraordinary Wade Lapp. Follow the trail and you might meet a fairy or our resident Big Foot. Grab a selfie. Participate in our all ages scavenger hunt along the trails, then treat yourself to a toasted marshmellow by the fire. Try your hand at our Disc Golf Challenge or Ladder Challenge. Challenge others to our Can Jam game. Explore the island in the middle of the mighty Columbia River.

Whispers on the Water - Last train 4:30pm leaves from the Riverfront at the South End of Strand Street - Whispers by the Water. Check in with the driver and get a treat then take the train for a ride along the river and check out the cool carvings along the way. At the end you'll find our Mermaids Scupture which has captured the hearts of young and old alike.

*Haunted House - Open to 8pm. Come and check out our new additions that are sure to have you screaming for more! This has scary things inside and may not be suitable for all ages.

The Mermaids, Magical Unicorns & Dragons. 12:30 - 2:30pm Home to our resident Mermaid Una and now Magical Unicorns! You'll be mesmerized by these beautiful creatures. Sit on our dragon bench and dream of ancient times.

*The Great Big Halloween Exhibit - 8pm. Halloween is now the one of the most celebrated holidays in the world. We think it is a great thing to honor tradition. Inside the Big Tent you'll find a mix of traditional halloween style decorations and also the BIG symbols of Halloween that have lasted for generations. All ages can enjoy a stroll through this new addition and get a bit of nostalgic feeling of what makes this holiday such a huge tradition for millions.

*The Alien Interview and Museum of Peculiarities & Oddities and Blue Story Card. Included in other packages only.
This new feature will be a "must see" for anyone who has questions for our resident alien. We've been able to connect with an alien who has agreed to answer questions in this audience-based attraction. The alien comes to us from a distant galaxy and will appear to us in a mind-blowing holodeck. Lucky audience members will be able to ask our alien direct questions and get the answers that they've been looking for. The alien experience begins with a chance to visit our tongue in cheek alien displays and listen to the various stories with your headsets after downloading our blue card app. This exclusive app is yours to keep. It also includes the stories from our exhibits in the Museum of Peculiarities and Oddities. This is a very limited attraction so get your tickets early. ADA Access is limited to those who can ride our chair lift. Pets are allowed if carried.

Family Fun, Spooky Shuttle Ride - Lunch Mini Excursion. 
Limited seats and times - get your tickets now! Come aboard the Spooky Shuttle and travel uptown. Get some very special candy at a few select locations and then grab a slice of Pizza (included) and consult the fortune ball while you enjoy each bite. You'll see some cool decorated store windows too. This is a great family friendly activity.

Nightmare on 4th Street and Decorated House Train Tour - evenings - Limited. Boards at 231 St. Helens Street. St.Helens, OR 97051 West of the Plaza.
Hop aboard and enjoy a little ride on our new Spirit of Halloweentown Train. Treat included. Take a little trip to some homes that are decorated in our city. Walk the street as you listen to audio of the homes you'll get to see. Board the train back.