Cox Farms’ Fields of Fear: A Night of Fright

Cox Farms’ Fields of Fear offers the perfect nighttime activity for fear fanatics. From late September to early November, the farm, typically open during the day for family fun, opens during night hours for more mature audiences. The night entails “more than 20 acres of fear and spooky attractions,” according to the Cox Farms website. 

Upon purchasing tickets, visitors are given a specific schedule telling them the order in which they should go to each of the night’s events. There are multiple attractions, and the schedules ensure that each stop does not get too crowded. 

The first of the attractions is the Dark Side Hayride. This spine-tingling adventure takes guests on a journey through haunted woods. Throughout the ride, you are guaranteed to come across a host of ghoulish characters. The rickety wagon creaks as it tumbles its way through the chilling landscape, surrounded by the haunting sounds of the night. You must prepare yourself for a blood-curdling experience, with each turn revealing new horrors and surprises. The ride ends with a particularly hair-raising performance by Cox Farms’ actors; all I shall reveal is that this circus-themed final stop at the red barn is sure to leave you petrified.

Next, visitors will venture on foot into the Dark Forest. Here, according to the Cox Farms website, they will “walk more than half a mile through the woods where you’ll encounter chainsaws, spiders, the occult – and pretty much anything else that might make you shriek.” As you travel through the dark, the moon casts long, menacing shadows on the trees. Actors jump out from all directions, ready to make you scream.

The final stop is the Cornightmare, Cox Farms’ original haunted trail. This attraction holds the most riveting jump-scares of all the events, as visitors are unable to see around each corner of the maze. A labyrinth of terror, the Cornightmare will terrify and bewilder you. The eerie whispers of the rustling corn stalks set the scene as you enter. You will have to rely on wits and courage to navigate through this seemingly never-ending nightmare! Be forewarned that there are many parts of the trail that contain tightly confined spaces and rapidly flashing lights. 

Fields of Fear is the perfect mix of fright and fun, making it a must-visit attraction for those seeking a chilling and unforgettable Halloween adventure. 

“I was terrified the whole time, but I made a lot of memories with my friends there,” said Maren Zehfuss, who attended Fields of Fear with her middle school friend group. 

Fields of Fear Hours: Friday and Saturday nights Sept. 22 – Nov. 4 (plus Sunday, Oct. 8) 7:30-11 p.m. (last entry 10 p.m.)