Join us for two exciting days at Scare School! The talented SCarowinds team will unveil the spooky secrets behind their productions. You'll learn about designing haunted attractions, creating ghoulish props, crafting detailed costumes, applying intricate makeup, and building creepy characters. Discover how actors find the motivation to bring each monster of the night to life! Don’t miss this thrilling opportunity for your troop. Register today!
Available Programs:
- Scare School - This program includes a tour through one of SCarowinds' haunted houses.
- No-Boo Scare School - This is a great option for younger troops who prefer not to be scared (includes a look at the family-friendly Halloween entertainment offered at the park).
Schedule of Events
- 9:30 AM -12:00 PM: Check in and patch pick up at the tent across from North Gate Admissions Services (any patches and instructions not picked up by noon will be taken to Guest Services).
- 12:40 PM: Gather in front of the Plaza Stage in your designated groups you are assigned at check-in.
- 12:45 PM: A Scare School leader will take your group to your first station and will lead you through the rotation.
- 3:00 PM: School ends. Enjoy the rest of the day in the park!
2025 Pricing:
- $41 per person
- $7 for Season Passholders (covers the program and patch) *
*1 complimentary ticket will be given for every 10 admission tickets purchased. Season passholder tickets do not count toward the comp policy.
All scouts, leaders and chaperones must have a valid Scare School ticket purchased. Season passholders may purchase the season passholder ticket that is needed to participate. Please note, the season passholder ticket can only be purchased with a valid season pass. This is NOT a ticket for admission to Carowinds. It must be presented upon registration the day of the event but is not valid for admission without a season pass.
This is an online ticket purchase event only so all payments must be made via the store link. We cannot accept payments via the mail or at the park the day of the event at the ticket window. You can still purchase tickets via the store the day of the event, however.
Please ensure that you are at Plaza Stage no later than 12:40 so you can travel with your group. If you are late, and are doing the full scare tour, report to the Grove and someone will assist you with finding your correct group.
If you are part of the No Boo School, your rotation will begin in Blue Ridge Junction with the Skelebration Dance Party. If you miss your groups departure from Plaza Stage, please go to Blue Ridge to catch up with the group.
Meal and Drink Options