WDER / The Daily Burn

THE SAMHAIN BALL!

Jonah Fisher will be offering up a wide variety of tattoos picked from a sheet hand drawn by the owner himself. Some are spooky or fall themed and others are just for fun. All unique, there will be no duplicates and no exceptions. Flash pricing is being offered for all, customizations can be negotiated for an extra fee. Each appointment will last approximately an hour and everything is first come first serve.

what : tattoo flash sale

when : 12pm to 6pm, most days until all tattoos are claimed

Stop by the merchant booths at the fairgrounds for your opportunity to listen to some old favorites through wireless headphones. Dance with others as they join in and choose what music they are feeling at the moment from one of the five different options Emerson Blackwell or the staff have hand picked out to facilitate the moment's vibes. While you're there, why not pick up some new or restored vinyl for your personal collection? It's sure to lift your spirits!

what : silent disco and music booth

when : daily from 4pm until the fair closes

When the leaves start to stir, fog starts rolling in, and the moon rises high in the sky, gather around the bonfire at Whispering Pines for an unforgettable evening of chilling tales and eerie folklore. Kodi Oliveira will share startling legends, haunted histories, and ghost stories passed down through generations, all of which will leave you horrified. Maybe even Mothman himself will make a guest appearance!

Bring a blanket, a warm drink, marshmallows to roast, and nerves of steel - once the stories begin, there's no turning back. Recommended for ages 12+. Not for the faint of heart.

When: Every Wednesday and Friday night for the duration of the festival, starting at 8pm

The Blackwaters are back with not one or two but five different themed attractions that promise to thrill and terrify even the bravest of those who enter.

Haunted Cabin : a terrifying new experience set in a remote mountain retreat where dark rituals and hidden secrets lurk beneath the surface. Explore the eerie woods and face the malevolent forces lurking in the shadows. Uncover the twisted history of this forsaken place and survive the horrors that await.

Moonshine Massacre : as you venture into what appears to be an abandoned barn, you'll quickly discover that you're not alone. The twisted Pigman and his ruthless brothers have turned this desolate place into a sinister distillery, brewing a toxic moonshine that could be your last drink. Beware of the lurking dangers at every corner, as the mad men guard their deadly concoction with a terrifying fervor.

Screamin' Steamboat : the cursed steamboat that ye are about to board is the last remaining vessel of a once-mighty pirate fleet, shipwrecked on a mysterious island where strange creatures roam and ancient curses abound. Set sail at yer own risk, matey, for once ye board this cursed steamboat, there’s no turning back.

Jinxed : the story begins with an ancient curse that has plagued the living and the dead, unleashing dark and mysterious forces that play with your imagination. As you journey through the twisted mansion, you’ll encounter creepy ghosts, cursed objects, and evil spirits lurking in the shadows, as you make your way through secret passages and hidden rooms. As you proceed to the crypt, you’ll encounter the restless souls of those who have been cursed by the voodoo plague and scent of death in the air.

Dr. Blackwater's Manor : Dr. Reginald Blackwater's obsession began after an unfortunate carriage accident killed his beloved wife Eloise. Desperate to bring her back, he turned to dark science and the occult. Over the years he created abominations, beckoned dark spirits, and awakened horrors that haunted his manor. After decades of twisted experiments and self-preservation, Blackwater mysteriously vanished, leaving his creations behind to battle for control of the estate.

Not for the faint of heart, there is a secret sixth attraction for those who wish to have an overnight experience in the campground. There are two person and four person sites complete with tents, cots, chairs, and lanterns— dinner and smores will be provided on site, as well as toast and oatmeal in the morning. Campers need only bring a pillow, blankets, and a change of clothes. Sign up fast there are limited spots available.

Whispering Pines Campground : step into the eerie woods of Whispering Pines, now reopened after the gruesome murders that once plagued it. Just as campers begin to feel safe, a new terror emerges from the shadows. The legendary Mothman, enraged by the capture of his offspring by the campground staff, is out for vengeance.  Will you survive the night, or become another tale of horror in the legend of Whispering Pines?

Barley & Rye is happy to be a part of the harvest festival! Running a stall selling special seasonal pastries, desserts and bread for a limited time during the month. From intriguing desserts like corn custard pudding, sweet potato ice cream, stoofpeertjes (stewed pear), and pumpkin bagels, to your heartwarming classics of spiced pumpkin pie, chestnut bread and a de Visser’s special - dutch apple crumble vlaai. 

A small variety will be available daily in limited quantities until sold out, but check back often! The bakery team may just be struck by inspiration from the harvest festival and come up with new ideas throughout the month. 

The owner Tomas will also hold a baking class once during the month, so don’t miss out if you’d like to try your hand at learning one of their recipes!

what : harvest festival merchant stall

where : the devil's elbow fairgrounds

"I reckon it's not impossible they just up and left. You do have one thing right for sure though - this is a bad place in a bad world. But in saying that, where would they have to go? Do you think there is somewhere we don't know about that is better out there than it is here? Honestly, I'd love to see that place myself. But why would they disappear without word to their family or friends? I would for sure let my friends know I was going out into the great unknown seeking better horizons rather than just disappearing off the face of the planet without any rhyme or reason. But hey, maybe that's just me."

"Do you mean to suggest that these people are being, what, bull rushed by dread pigs to their death? Where are they going where this is happening? Why are you going out into the forest so often - that feels like an even better question. What is there to even do out in the forest? You think all twenty some of threse random people that have been reported to be missing have gone out into the forest for funzies and got killed by dread pigs? I dunno, caller, seems a bit far fetched to me. Especially if you haven't come across any bodies in your weird little jaunts through the forest. 'Sides, we should hope for the best until there is reason not to. I, for one, am going to hold onto hope that they're still out there, somewhere."

"Okay, now we're talking. It doesn't make much sense for it to be any specific faction, right? I mean, Afterglow and the Shamrocks have people missing, too. And everyone else. So yes, I'm listening. I can't dismiss aliens as a theory. Has anyone seen any unidentified flying objects in the sky, lately? A crazy crop circle out in the middle of the waste, or something? Perhaps a cow floating up into said UFO? That would definitely seal the deal for me. I think you're on to something, caller, and I cannot wait to see what you do about it. Hopefully they're friendly aliens -- Just don't go walking off into any glowy lights, alright?"

"i mean, i don't necessarily think you're wrong. whenever something's happening, for good or for bad, afterglow always seems to come up in the conversation, don't they? they had a cure for the moth folks' vision dust and didn't think to tell anyone. they had like, twenty years to figure out an antidote to the cicadas, didn't do that either. so like, your theory's got weight, caller. 'least i think so. but what of it, then? what do you think afterglow wants with all of these people? what do you think they're doing with 'em all? and, more importantly — and this one's been sitting with me since i heard your question — how do you think afterglow managed to snatch twenty different people from their homes unnoticed in a span of, what, two days? from what i've heard, it doesn't seem like anyone put up much of a fight. are we talking brain control here, or are they just like, really persuasive? genuine questions."

"okay, okay, wait. slow down. you're telling me you think the chief operating officer from afterglow headquarters is secretly an addict? and juniper and those dudes from the dairy farm, too? these are some wild theories you're slinging around, caller. i might not personally be slingin' anything more than the freshest garden greens, but seems to me that taking out everyone with a debt in one clean sweep doesn't do a whole lot more than put all eyes on you at a real bad time to do it. cutting your losses on one guy who owes you money? sure. but twenty? come on. and even if dwerryboy was on their case, seems like it'd be the time to lay low and not, i dunno, make a whole busload of folks vanish into thin air?"

"nah, 'cause you need to bite your tongue, caller — why are you out here manifesting more bugs? i don't care if it's a theory or not, you don't need to go speaking that into existence. but hey, uh, while we've got you — is it true that a dirty house is all it takes to start a radroach infestation? i thought they were attracted to like, rot and shit. do we gotta be worrying about crumbs and stuff now? i gotta sweep when i get home. man, i gotta find my broom when i get home. anyway, this caller thinks they're all holed up in some dirty house somewhere. so fess up: who's got nasty neighbors? gotta start this search party somewhere."