“We play gothic music during the long creepy walk in Casa Morte,” Overby said. “This year Casa has more goodies.”

Going through Domus Horrificus you can encounter Pinhead, star of the movie, “Hellraiser,” or Freddy. And everyone knows Freddy Kruger from the movie, “A Nightmare on Elm Street.”

As far as the Trail of Blood goes, Karen Cunningham, general manager, suggests approaching with caution.

“Let’s put it this way,” she said. “We’ll take you out by hay wagon and drop you off. If you get to the other side, we’ll pick you up. If you get caught in the middle, we’ll use you as a prop.”

If you go

WHAT: 2008 Haunted Castle of Muskogee Halloween Festival.

WHEN: 6 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17, 18, 24, 25, 30, 31 and Nov. 1. Halloween Land open from 6 to 9 p.m. only.

WHERE: The Castle of Muskogee, 3400 Fern Mountain Road.

TICKETS: Must be purchased for all ticketed events and prices range from $2 to $9.95. Advanced tickets may be purchased any non-festival day up to Oct. 28. Visit www.okcastle.com to check out discount tickets and combos.

PARKING: Parking and admission to The Halloween Village is free.

SPECIAL NOTE: Bring in one can of food and receive half off any ticket price excluding combos. Food drive benefits Muskogee Cooperative Food Bank.

DISCOUNT TICKET COMBOS:

• Child’s Fun Pack includes: Hayride, Ultimate Maze, Torture Chamber, Pirate Stage and Enchanted Boardwalk, $14.95.

• Adult Fun Pack includes: Hayride, Ultimate Maze, Torture Chamber, Pirate Stage and Enchanted Boardwalk, $19.95.