Question 1

When does the 2026 season open?

Accepted Answer

The Zombie Purge Monster Bus opens September 18, 2026. All other attractions open September 25, 2026.

Question 2

What are your hours?

Accepted Answer

Hours TBA — confirm on TicketSpice. Nightly hours are posted with tickets.

Question 3

How do I buy tickets?

Accepted Answer

All attractions require ticketed admission. Buy online through our TicketSpice page or at the ticket trailer on-site.

Question 4

How much do tickets cost?

Accepted Answer

Zombie Purge is $35; Hells Gate and Knightmares Kurse are $30 each; the combo with both haunts, Purge and Riot is $85; Riot Room is $8; and the Hearse Ride is $5. Extra 100 paintballs are $10, and each haunt Fast Pass is $5. Prices are from live TicketSpice listings and availability varies by date.

Question 5

What is the Lights Out Tour?

Accepted Answer

A one-night event on October 3, 2026 starting at midnight, with the haunts running in total darkness.

Question 6

What else is happening on the grounds?

Accepted Answer

On the grounds: balloon artists, jugglers, face painting, tarot readings, and more. Food trucks rotate through the season — follow Acres of Madness on Facebook for who’s there each night. Every attraction requires a ticket (buy online or at the ticket trailer on-site).

Question 7

Is there an age limit?

Accepted Answer

Age guidance for 2026 is TBA. Hells Gate is an extreme haunt and is not built for young children.

Question 8

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Closed-toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Nights get cold in the Midwest — bring a layer.

Question 9

Do the actors touch guests?

Accepted Answer

Contact rules are posted at the gate and on TicketSpice. Always follow staff instructions.

Question 10

What if it rains?

Accepted Answer

We operate rain or shine unless conditions are unsafe. Weather updates are posted on TicketSpice.

Question 11

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

Lakeside Speedway — 5615 Wolcott Drive, Kansas City, KS 66109. Call (816) 739-9230 or email acresofmadnesshaunt@gmail.com with questions.

Question 12

Do you take groups?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Reach out through the contact page and we'll work out a group night.

Question 13

Is the Monster Bus scary?

Accepted Answer

It's the fun-scary one — about 12 minutes of paintball zombie hunting from a monster bus.

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