Ranking of America's Halloween-Friendly States: Top Performers and Laggards Revealed
In the spirit of the upcoming Halloween season, a nationwide competition of sorts is unfolding, as states across America and Canada showcase their most creative and terrifying Halloween offerings. While there is no specific Halloween Fun Factor index ranking states, some standouts have emerged in the festivities.
Michigan, for instance, has earned a reputation for its top-notch haunted houses, with Niles Scream Park being a notable attraction. This Midwest state has proven itself to be a formidable contender in the realm of haunted attractions [1].
For those seeking a comprehensive guide to Halloween events, Hauntworld offers an extensive directory, tracking and ranking over 7,500 attractions, including haunted houses, hayrides, corn mazes, pumpkin patches, escape rooms, and more. This extensive database allows people to find the best and scariest spots by state [3][5].
While no unified ranking has been established, states with diverse Halloween attractions, such as haunted houses, pumpkin patches, and ghost tours, often score highly in Halloween enjoyment. California, for example, ranks second as the Best Halloween State, boasting 80 pumpkin patches, 14 haunted corn-mazes, and 8 ghost tours, among other attractions [2].
However, not every state is as Halloween-friendly. Hawaii, for instance, only has two pumpkin patches and one ghost tour, earning it a spot as one of the least Halloween-friendly states [1]. Wyoming, too, struggles to compete, ranking third least Halloween-friendly with a score of 1.8/100, offering just three pumpkin patches and two haunted houses [4].
On the other hand, New York takes the crown as the Best Halloween State in America, with a Halloween Fun Factor score of 78.4/100. The state offers 140 pumpkin patches, 35 haunted houses, and 19 ghost tours, as well as an impressive 2,400 Halloween parties and bar events [6].
Pennsylvania, too, shines, ranking third as the Best Halloween State with a score of 54.2/100 and 1,169 attractions [7]. Meanwhile, Alaska struggles to keep up, earning the title of the Least Halloween-Friendly State with a score of 0.2/100 and only 37 spooky attractions [8].
Delaware and Vermont also find themselves towards the bottom of the list, with Delaware ranking fourth from the bottom (2.4/100), and Vermont close behind (2.5/100) [9][10].
As the Halloween season unfolds, states continue to vie for the top spot, offering a wide variety of attractions for the enjoyment of all. Whether you're seeking a heart-pounding haunted house experience, a family-friendly pumpkin patch, or a ghostly tour, there's sure to be something for everyone.
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