BUY TICKETS IN ADVANCE, ONLINE AND SKIP TO THE FRONT OF THE LINE!** Now entering its 29th year, perennial South Shore favorite Braintree Haunted House returns again/ Located near the new Braintree Registry of Motor Vehicles and the Bayshore Athletic Club). The event, which runs 3 nights, is the main fundraiser for two of the Town of Braintree elementary schools. Staffed entirely by parents and volunteers, the Braintree Haunted House welcomes visitors from throughout the South Shore.This year's theme is "Haunted Hotel"...check-in for a night of fright! The “Not So Scary” Haunted House designed for younger children will be held on Thursday Oct. 22nd from 6-8 p.m. and is done with the 'fright factor' dialed back for younger children: this night is a toned down version of the haunted house, with the lights on and actors dressed without scary makeup or masks. The 'Regular' Haunted House, with lights off and participants in full makeup, will take place on Friday Oct. 23 and Saturday Oct. 24 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights may not be suitable for small children. Braintree’s Haunted House is a non-profit charity fundraiser; all proceeds go directly to the students at the Liberty and Highlands Schools. Insider tips:

• Daycare: On all three nights babysitting and day care is available within the facility in a secure room with games, entertainment, and supervision. You can bring your little ones any day and be confident that the whole family can enjoy the evening as this is staffed by parents who will watch those children not quite ready to venture into this haunted maze of horrors.
• Parking: There is ample parking (spots for over 500 vehicles), however arrive early to beat the crowds as this is a very popular event.
• Concession stand: popcorn, frozen slush, hot dogs, pizza, baked goods, drinks, and more are available for sale as well at reasonable prices.
• Purchase tickets in advance, online and skip to the front of the line!
• Cash only at the door. Credit card with online, advance purchase. **There is a $0.99 per ticket transaction fee for online sales only.

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