A: Fear Overload Scream Park is Northern California’s premier haunted attraction, featuring multiple world-class haunted houses, terrifyingly immersive sets, and live scare-actors designed to deliver unforgettable thrills.

Open select nights each fall, it’s a full-scale Bay Area Halloween event packed with heart-pounding horror, midway, boutique, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned scare-seeker or a first-time visitor, Fear Overload Scream Park is where fear comes to life.

A: We’re at 2086 Newpark Mall, Newark CA 94560—right off I-880 highway at the Mowry Ave Exit. Use “Fear Overload Scream Park” in Google Maps; the entrance is right next to the 24 Hour Fitness.

A: Our Bay Area haunted houses are very scary, and are designed for teens and adults.

A: The haunted houses are not recommended for children under 12. All guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 21.

A: Rescheduling or changing your time slot will incur a rescheduling fee, and you can do so here.  You will need to have your order number ready. Please note that if the date you want to attend is now more expensive than when it was previously, you will need to pay the difference.

A: You can upgrade your tickets here.

A: Yes, our Bay Area haunted attractions are accessible. If you have specific needs, email us in advance so we can assist you.

A: One of our most popular events! On select nights in November, all lights are turned off and you must survive the haunted houses with only one glow stick per group. It’s total darkness—and total fear.

A: We strongly recommend buying online here. Gate tickets cost more and time slots often sell out. If you walk up and we’re full, we’ll have to turn you away.

A: Fast Pass skips the regular queue and is about 3 × faster than General Admission. Immediate Entry drops you at the front—usually a 5-minute wait or less.

A: As long as you arrive at least 20 minutes before our closing time, you will be able to make it through both haunted houses. But you may get turned away if you arrive within the last 20 minutes of operation.

A: Most guests spend 75 minutes to 2 hours here: two haunted houses, que line entertainment, boutique. Fast Pass and Immediate Entry can cut wait times by up to 70-95% percent.

A: General line up to 90 minutes on peak nights; Fast-Pass ~30 minutes; Immediate Entry ~5 min.

A: Tickets are non-refundable, but you can reschedule to any open night for a $5 per-order fee up to 24 hours before your original date.

A: Yes! Groups of 20-49 get 20% off, and 50+ get 30% off. Must be booked at least 48 hours in advance. Email info@fearoverload.com to get started.

A: Yes—free, well-lit parking surrounds the venue.

A: Feel free to dress up, but no full face masks, weapon props, or gore makeup that could be mistaken for our actors. Security has final say.

A: Only small purses or handbags are allowed past the ticket booth. Backpacks and large bags are not permitted. Note: all patrons will be checked with a metal detector, and bags will be searched.

A: Closed-toe shoes and comfy clothes you don’t mind getting dusty. High heels, sandals, and long dangly jewelry aren’t allowed for safety reasons.

A: No. We offer snacks and beverages inside the park. Alcohol is strictly prohibited.

A: We’re open rain or shine. Most queues and all attractions are indoors.

Photos and videos aren’t allowed in the haunted houses—bright screens and flashes wreck the scares. Feel free to snap pics in the midway and at the photo-ops.

A: We sell snacks, drinks, and specialty concessions.

A: Stop by Customer Service at the front gate. Items are logged nightly; we’ll email you if your belongings turn up.

A: Yes. Fear Overload is not recommended for those with epilepsy.

A: No. However, Fear Overload is not recommended for those with asthma or respiratory conditions.

A: It started in a garage in 1999, and was later founded commercially in 2009.