Haunted House to Host Annual MetalFest Concert

The historic Wells Township “Haunted House,” a former residence turned seasonal attraction, announced that it will hold its sixth yearly MetalFest on Saturday. Organizers say the event will feature three local heavy‑metal bands, a food truck lineup, and a “spooky” décor theme consistent with the venue’s reputation for paranormal tours. Tickets are priced at $15 for adults and $10 for children, with a portion of proceeds reportedly earmarked for the property’s maintenance.

The Haunted House, built in the early 1900s, has long been promoted as a site of alleged supernatural activity. Owners have previously cited reports of unexplained noises and temperature drops, which they attribute to “historical hauntings.” No scientific investigations have been published to verify these claims, and skeptics note that such phenomena are often explainable by the building’s age and structural quirks.

MetalFest’s schedule lists performances by the bands “Iron Rift,” “Grim Echo,” and “Spectral Pulse,” each described on the organizer’s website as “regional acts with a growing fan base.” The event will also include a “costume contest” encouraging attendees to dress in horror‑themed attire. Local law enforcement has been notified, and security measures are planned to manage crowd size, which the venue expects to be around 300 people.

The festival follows a trend of using themed venues to attract niche music audiences, combining entertainment with tourism. While the Haunted House’s paranormal reputation draws curiosity, the concert itself appears to be a standard live‑music event with standard safety protocols in place.