Kathleen Haunted House Turns Fright Night Into Mental Health Support

October 17, 2026 - 18:09

As Halloween season settles over Middle Georgia, a haunted attraction in Kathleen is doing more than delivering scares. The site has added a mental health mission to its lineup, pledging to donate a portion of ticket sales to organizations that support people facing mental health challenges.

The idea is simple: visitors come for the thrills, and part of what they spend goes toward a cause that often goes unnoticed. Organizers say the haunted house offers a way to combine entertainment with a message that mental health matters, especially during a season that can be difficult for some people.

Haunted attractions have long drawn crowds looking for a good fright, but this one is using that draw for something bigger. Staff say the response from the community has been encouraging, with guests expressing support for the dual purpose of the event.

The attraction runs through the Halloween season, and organizers hope the effort grows in future years. For now, the focus is on giving visitors a memorable scare while quietly making a difference for those who need it most.