Howl-O-Scream 2012 unlocks the fear that arises behind the Dark Side of the Gardens’ gate, where your own curiosity may seal your fate with even more devious phenomenon’s than ever before. For thirteen years Howl-O-Scream has been filling the scrutinizing minds of people with the horrifying memories of crazy characters and sinister scenes. From now until the 27th come join in the fun at Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens!
With a variety of pitch black haunted houses filled with unknown creatures popping out at you at any given time and the creepy scare zones combining only the scariest characters and scenes from the past thirteen years, I think it’s safe to say one would be pretty anxious to attend Busch Garden’s annual Howl-O-Scream in Tampa.
From past experience, I have learned that you don’t actually get that rush of adrenaline until you’re sauntering towards the ticket booth attendant and you can hear the screeching of innocent people being scared out of their minds. Then, and only then, does your heart start racing and you get that rush.
While some may enjoy the thought of being scared out of their wits more than others, the thought of clowns brings many to their worst. Howl-O-Scream incorporates zombies, clowns, and other scary creatures, all into one big terrifying reality.
The idea of even going to Howl-O-Scream doesn’t enter some individuals minds because of the lack of ability to do many things based on the amount of people that attend every year.
While you may think of dolls, toys, and clowns as sweet and innocent things, after you go through these terrifying haunted houses, your opinion on these cuddly creatures surely will change.
Haunted houses are packed, and the creatures are out to prowl and do their worst, watch out!
Some people say the best part isn’t Howl-o-Screams haunted houses, it’s the rides. During Howl-o-Scream all rides but the Skyride are open.
Since everyone is in the haunted houses, the rides are more exciting.
“We got in Cheetah hunts line, and there wasn’t one!” exclaims Cole Morhan, Tarpon freshman.
All of the rides have almost no wait, even the famous rides like “Sheikra.”
Especially since it’s night, the rides are dark and cool.
“Right when Howl-o-Scream opens at 7:30 or after 12 are when the lines are the shortest,” says Kailey Andrews.
Others will argue that the haunted houses are the most exciting features of Howl-O-scream. After all, that’s what the entire event is about. You can go on the rides anytime you want, but you can only enter these spectacular and spooky houses once a year. Sure the lines are long, but its definitely worth it. If you really want to go into all the haunded houses and not have to worry about all of those pesky lines consider buying a quick queue (or front line scream, as they’re know in the Howl-O-Scream world). There were a lot of great haunted houses but if I had to recommend I would have to go with…
The Circus of Superstition, (a wild journey through a bloodthirsty circus enhanced by 3-D effects). Vampire Casino, ( a dark abandoned casino crawling with vicious vampires lit by only your flashlight). Finally I would highly recommend the Mutated Toy Shop, It was the scariest house in the park, ( terrifying toys popping out at you when you least expect it, and evil shop owners that have no desire to let you escape).