Why We Love to Get Scared
As fall settles in, haunted houses across mid-Michigan open their doors, and people line up to scream. Michigan alone lists more than 70 haunted houses and attractions each year, ranging from professional shows to small-town fundraisers.
A HauntPay survey found that about one-third of U.S. and Canadian haunted attractions expect between 5,000 and 10,000 visitors each season.
“Haunted houses are definitely a part of modern pop culture,” said Matthew Stehlik, owner of Hinterland Haunted Attraction in Ashley, a village along I-127 in Gratiot County. “It’s the thing to do in October with your friends, family, or coworkers. It’s got that risky feeling, but it’s completely safe. For me, it’s a form of escapism, a way to forget about real life and immerse yourself in imagination.
Resumen: Haunted houses are a popular form of entertainment.