Know Before You Go
Everything you need to prepare for your night of screams at Scare Valley.
Before you visit Scare Valley, watch this quick video to learn the rules and stay safe.
Where is Scare Valley?
We’re at the Kern County Fairgrounds:
1142 S P Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307
Parking:
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Parking is $5 per vehicle.
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Enter through Gate 31 off Belle Terrace.
Tickets and Entry
Where can I buy tickets?
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Purchase tickets online here or at the gate.
Do online tickets get me in faster?
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No. Online tickets must be redeemed at the WILL CALL window for an entry wristband.
Are there service fees?
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Online purchases include a $3.90 fee per ticket.
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Buying at the gate avoids this fee.
Refunds?
• All sales are final — no refunds or exchanges.
Dates and Hours
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Opening Night: October 3, 2025
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Event Nights: Oct 3–4, 10–12, 17–19, 24–26, 31 & Nov 1
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Ticket Booth Opens: 7:15 PM
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Haunts Begin: 7:30 PM (or when it’s dark enough to scare you right)
Inside the Haunts
This year’s themes:
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Grindhouse — A backwoods horror maze dripping in fear.
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Wicked Dark — A neon clown funhouse where laughter hides danger.
Will the actors touch me?
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No. Actors will not touch you, and you must not touch them.
What if I get too scared?
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Let a staff member or actor know — we’ll guide you out safely.
Can I take pictures inside?
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Outside the haunts? Go for it! We love seeing your spooky shots.
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Inside the haunts? Once you enter the attraction, photography and videography are strictly prohibited.
Groups, Kids, & Accessibility
Is Scare Valley family-friendly?
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We don’t recommend it for kids under 13 due to graphic content.
Group options:
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Groups are welcome! Please note, large parties will be split into groups of 6 or fewer before entering the haunts.
Wheelchair accessibility:
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Yes! The haunts are wheelchair-friendly, though paths may be slightly bumpy. Notify us in advance if assistance is needed.
Rules & Safety
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No masks or full-face paint.
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No weapons (real or fake).
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No outside food or drinks — snacks & drinks available on-site.
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No flashlights or recording inside the haunts.
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You can not carry, push, or pull other guests — everyone must walk through on their own.
Photos & Merch
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Snap photos outside the haunts, at themed photo ops, and with roaming actors.
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Grab exclusive Scare Valley merch at our on-site shop — tees and more!
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