Video Tag
Every video tagged “home haunt” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
586 videos
This quick one-minute tutorial from Hauntcast shows how to craft a realistic, creepy pumpkin stem for a jack o'lantern Halloween prop. The technique uses a wire armature wrapped in aluminum foil as a base, then finished with Free-Form Air sculpting compound to build up organic texture. It's a fast, low-cost method that can elevate a simple pumpkin prop into something far more convincing and spooky.
GMHaunts reviews the Live Animal Crates prop from Spirit Halloween's 2020 Reaper's Island ISE (In-Store Experience) collection. The video evaluates whether the piece authentically captures the nautical horror theme of the Reaper's Island lineup. The reviewer shares hands-on impressions to help buyers decide if it's worth adding to their collection or haunt setup.
A brief look at one home haunter's theme concepts and creative direction for their 2014 haunt season. The video offers a glimpse into the early planning stages of a personal home haunt. At just one minute, it serves as a quick overview rather than an in-depth tutorial or walkthrough.
This short Hauntcast clip demonstrates how to distress wood using a blow torch to achieve an aged, weathered look for Halloween props — specifically in the context of a Monster in a Box home haunt build. The technique adds convincing texture and character to wooden prop components. Despite its brief runtime, it delivers a focused, practical tip for haunters looking to elevate their prop aesthetics.
Horror 365 offers a preview of their Gateway Manor haunt as it takes shape for their 25th consecutive Halloween season. The video appears to be a progress update or teaser showcasing the evolving build. With a milestone anniversary on the horizon, the creator invites viewers to share in the excitement of what promises to be a landmark display.
This is a live stream from the Haunt Former channel, a home-haunt-focused creator with ties to sponsors including Spirit Halloween and several costume and prop companies. The nostalgic title suggests a retrospective or community-oriented broadcast rather than a step-by-step tutorial. The channel covers a broad range of Halloween content including prop builds, haunted house tours, and seasonal reviews. Minimal technical detail can be extracted from the available metadata alone.
This short-form clip from HauntScene presents what appears to be a Halloween haunt entrance or yard display, posing the question of whether viewers would dare to enter. With no description provided and a very brief runtime, the content seems designed to showcase atmospheric Halloween decorating and generate engagement. The "would you enter?" framing suggests a visually striking or intimidating setup meant to impress and inspire fellow Halloween enthusiasts.
Chris Ainsworth discusses Thornhill Woods Haunted House, a volunteer-run home haunt in Ontario, Canada that has donated all proceeds to the Sick Kids Foundation in Toronto. Over eleven years the haunt has raised an impressive $40,000, making it a standout example of community-driven Halloween charity events. The interview, part of the Haunting The Globe series, follows up on a feature in Haunted Attractions Magazine and covers the haunt's mission and operations. The attraction runs October 29–31 from 6–9 pm.
This is a live-stream broadcast from Haunt Former, a Halloween-focused creator covering home haunts, prop builds, haunted house walkthroughs, and prop reviews. The channel is sponsored by several Halloween industry names and draws on a wide range of Halloween-themed content playlists. The live format suggests a community-oriented session likely touching on haunt building topics, prop discussion, or Halloween seasonal content. The dramatic title nods to classic horror and signals an entertainment-first approach to Halloween enthusiasm.
This video from Horror 365 appears to cover the process of relocating a large Halloween prop or set piece known as the 'Hellelevator.' Based on the title, the creator likely addresses a viewer question about how or why the prop was moved. No further details are available from the provided metadata.
This short-form clip from Horror 365 showcases the use of giant fans as an atmospheric element inside a haunted house setup. Fans can add dynamic movement to hanging props, fabric, fog, and other set pieces, elevating the overall sense of dread and unease. The one-minute runtime suggests a quick look or teaser rather than a full tutorial.
GMHaunts host sits down with fellow Halloween creator Mr.HalloweenHaunter for a candid interview covering his process for composing original horror music in an 80s synth-wave style under his secondary channel Dead by Dawn. The conversation also explores the concept and aesthetic vision behind his planned home haunt, Incantations, and his broader ambitions within the Halloween community. It's part of GMHaunts' ongoing Channel 10/31 creator interview series spotlighting up-and-coming Halloween enthusiasts.
This Hauntcast interview from 2009 features Gary Corb, the founder of the Hallowed Haunting Grounds, a legendary home haunt in Studio City, CA that ran for over three decades from 1973 to 2005. Gary shares behind-the-scenes insight into what made HHG one of the most influential home haunts in the country. The video serves as both a historical document and a tribute to Gary, who passed away in 2017 and remains a celebrated figure in the home haunting community.
This short highlight reel captures trick-or-treater reactions as they brave the Village Mire, a detailed yard haunt, on Halloween night 2021. The footage leans into the comedy and terror of genuine screams and startled guests. It offers a fun, crowd-pleasing look at how a well-executed home haunt lands with real visitors.
A lighthearted one-minute clip from SpookYouLaterz announcing the start of their 2023 Halloween yard haunt build season. The creator plays up a humorous 'caught on camera' angle, presenting a spider discovered on their security footage as the ominous first sign that haunt construction is underway. The tone is fun and teaser-style rather than instructional.
This is the sixth installment in the 2014 PHOBIAS haunt build series, documenting a mid-build design pivot. The creator explains why the previously planned dark room was scrapped — citing practical concerns like tripping hazards and unwanted light bleed — and introduces its replacement: a rat-infested room. The video offers a candid look at the iterative decision-making process behind building a themed home haunt.
A short, candid clip capturing an Amazon delivery driver's startled reaction to the creator's permanently Halloween-themed home. The homeowner humorously notes that unexpected visitors — solicitors and evangelists included — rarely come back for a second visit. The video is light-hearted and reaction-focused rather than instructional, but hints at animatronics being part of the home's scare setup.
A brief sneak peek at The Village Mire, a 2024 home yard haunt setup shared by the Hauntcast channel. The short clip offers an early glimpse of the themed outdoor display ahead of Halloween. With just one minute of runtime, it serves more as a teaser than a full walkthrough or tutorial.
A home haunter retrieves a life-size Halloween prop from storage and shows it off on camera. The short video offers a casual look at the prop as it comes out of its off-season resting place. It appears to be zombie-themed and associated with a Spirit Halloween aesthetic.
Hauntcast host Baker rides along with Don and Steve Doleshal for a drive-thru tour of their home haunt, Jack's Hollow, located in Gardner, Kansas. The short clip serves as a preview or highlight reel tied to a longer Hauntcast podcast interview. It offers a glimpse into how a residential property can be transformed into a drive-thru Halloween attraction. The segment is part of Hauntcast's broader series spotlighting passionate home haunters across the country.
This appears to be a relaxed, extended session with Spooky Guy444 setting up large-scale Halloween props for a home haunt display. The casual tone suggested by the title implies a laid-back walkthrough or live-style video rather than a structured step-by-step tutorial. Viewers likely get an authentic behind-the-scenes look at how oversized Halloween props are positioned and arranged for maximum impact.
This short scare-cam video captures authentic visitor reactions at the Village Mire, a home yard haunt in South Yarmouth on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, created by Chris Baker for Halloween 2022. The footage focuses on the startled responses of guests — including kids — as they encounter the haunt's props and scare actors. It offers a fun, candid look at the effectiveness of a well-executed residential Halloween attraction.
A short highlight reel walkthrough of Beware the Dark Realm, a home haunted house located in Santa Clarita, California. The clip showcases the attraction's atmosphere and set pieces, edited together with custom music. It was produced by the Haunted Attraction Network, with editing credited to Matt Rice and music by Chris Thomas.
This short teaser video from GMHaunts builds anticipation for their 2021 home haunt setup, themed around a dark, wooded environment called 'The Hollow.' The clip uses atmospheric narration and music to hint at an immersive outdoor haunt experience centered on an eerie, deserted town deep in the woods. It functions as a mood piece rather than a build or walkthrough, teasing characters and locations yet to be revealed. The production leans heavily on storytelling and cinematic tone to generate excitement ahead of the full haunt reveal.
