Southern California’s most terrifyingly authentic haunt, the Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor has been teasing us with details all summer long and this Thursday, September 27, it will once again rise from the depths for 23 nights of terror. This year Dark Harbor features six reimagined mazes, an entirely new park footprint, along with new maze designs, interactive alternate paths, thrilling live entertainment and four new secret bars to discover. The infamous spirits of The Ringmaster, Scary Mary, The Iron Master, Chef, The Captain, Samuel the Savage, Half-Half Henry, Voodoo Priestess, Graceful Gale, and hundreds of bloodcurdling spirits that are ready to scare those who dare for the haunt’s most frighteningly immersive season yet.
With the added talent of haunt veteran Jon Cooke (Knott’s Scary Farm, MurderCo) the Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor will feature newly-intensified mazes including:
- FEAST: Face the terrifying wrath of Chef as his vengeful staff are joined by the lost souls of poisoned passengers, all hell-bent on serving the living to the dead.
- INTREPID: Doomed to rot away aboard the infamous Intrepid collecting the souls of his plagued brethren, wander through the sea witches lair to reveal the deadly pact that drives the Iron Master’s fury as he’s trapped within his Iron Hell.
- CIRCUS: Escape the Ringmaster and sneak behind the curtains to unveil the horrors lurking within the shadows and dark corners of the Big Top
- DEADRISE: Step aboard the sunken Grey Ghost and be put through the ranks through an extensive boot camp led by Half-Hatch Henry, climb and try not to get lost as you explore the bowels of a sunken warship heading full steam into the flames of war.
- B340: Retrace the steps of the detective working towards answering the savage 1946 murders onboard The Queen Mary, discover what truly drove Samuel to kill while seeing the true carnage left behind in stateroom B-340.
- LULLABY: Join the paranormal experts and ship guides who claim there are far more horrendous secrets behind Mary’s demise and her attachment to her loving teddy.
In addition to mazes, Dark Harbor will feature a number of additional entertainment options and attractions including:
- The Pyre: The Voodoo Priestess and her Tribe have taken over The Pyre – Fire Stage for nightly captivating and death-defying fire performances.
- Aerial Ring: Nightly Aerialists will emerge and rise above all with nightly death-defying aerial shows throughout the evening.
- Slider Alley: Sparks will fly and hell will be raised as dozens of Dark Harbor’s sinister sliders roam and take to the streets emitting sparks throughout the fog-filled harbor as they slide and startle in every direction.
- Creepy Cabanas: Host a private soiree, order up a freak, and enjoy the views of various shows throughout the night.
- R.I.P. Lounge: Take in the sights with a view of Dark Harbor from above with Graceful Gale in the newly designed RIP Lounge hosting cocktails and a buffet that’s truly to-die-for.
- Sinister Swings: Take a spin on the infamous Michael Jackson Neverland Ranch Swings that light the sky.
- Monster Party: Cap off the night with a party like no other. Dance and let loose with the spirits whose energy never seems to die.
Tickets for Dark Harbor are on sale now with General Admission tickets starting at just $29 online with Fast Fright tickets, which give you expedited priority entry into the event and mazes, starting at $69 online. Other ticketing options include:
- Evil Express tickets – Starting at just $89 online, the Evil Express Pass allows you to gain access into the exclusive VIP Expedited Access Lane into both the Event and all six mazes.
- VIP Tickets – Starting at just $99 online, these 21+ only tickets include a wristband that includes expedited VIP admission into both the event and all six mazes plus access into the exclusive RIP Lounge with (2) Well Drink Tickets.
- Ultimate Scream – Starting at $229 online, this is a limited offering with only 20 tickets being sold per night. With Ultimate Scream you’ll get a private tour guide who will walk you past all the lines while you learn the story and background that runs deep within the veins of The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor and the history that has inspired the stories.
Admission Tickets, Ultimate Scream Experiences, Cabanas, hotel packages, and private party reservations are available to purchase online at queenmary.com.
