Last Updated on September 3, 2025 by Angel Melanson
The Mistress of the Dark herself Elvira (Cassandra Peterson) is partnering with Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group for the 17th season of the Los Angeles Haunted Hayride at Griffith Park, with tickets now on pre-sale for the spooky event running from September 19 through November 2.
For the first time ever, the legendary horror host has taken up residence in Midnight Falls, transforming the fan-favorite Trick or Treat maze into “Elvira’s Trick or Treat Mayhem”. An official press release reveals that guests will also discover Elvira-themed photo ops, exclusive merchandise across all Thirteenth Floor locations nationwide (including limited-edition pins, t-shirts, VHS mystery boxes, advent calendars, and more), and even the sound of her unmistakable voice echoing throughout the event as she takes over Midnight Falls’ radio station.
Elvira will also take center stage in Elvira’s Trick or Treat Mayhem, described as a candy-coated labyrinth of chaos brimming with her signature wit, glamour, and wicked mischief, where a bizarre surprise awaits at every turn. The fright continues deep in the backwoods with Hellbilly Halloween, where a cannibalistic family celebrates the season with gruesome tricks and horrifying treats. Guests are invited back to Monáe Manor, for another hauntingly stylish house party hosted by singer and horror head Janelle Monáe.
Haunted Hayride General Manager Jen Bendik has this to say of the upcoming collaboration:
“We are thrilled to announce LA Haunted Hayride’s collaboration with Elvira this year! We are all ready for her to ‘move in’ and enhance the retro Halloween horror experience throughout LA Haunted Hayride […] We’re excited to bring nostalgic Halloween back to guests with iconic scenes returning to the Hayride and much more. This is a year guests won’t want to miss!”
For full event info and to grab pre-sale tickets, head over to the official Haunted Hayride site.
