Freddy and His Gang are back after five years to bring Geelong the joy of fear while raising money for children in need.
Freddy and His Gangs Haunted House Geelong returned to 11 Lymington Court, St Albans Park, on Halloween night, October 31, for three terrifying nights to raise money for the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH).
Organiser Bill Hartshorne will be dressed up as horror icon Freddy Krueger for the event’s remaining nights on Friday, November 1, and Saturday, November 2, from 6pm to 11pm.
Mr Hartshorne said the event was running for the first time since 2019 after it was shut down due to COVID-19 and health concerns.
“Halloween is also all about kids, and it’s sad that there are so many kids that are sick or have things that aren’t working right,” he said.
“I’ve always wanted to get back and do it, as I love doing it, but since I had my stroke two years ago, it’s been a real challenge.
“I get a lot of pain and fatigue, but my little boy, Henry, likes all my props and decorations. They’re locked away in the shed most of the time, and he always wants to look at them.
“I wanted to bring it back and it’s great to raise money…but Henry is the one that made it happen to be honest. He was the catalyst and the spark that lighted the fuse again this year.”
The event begins with a kid-friendly maze from 6pm to 8pm before the scarers are released from 8pm, with a kid-friendly projection light show at 8.30pm followed by an adult show at 9pm.
Mr Hartshorne said a gold coin or $2 tap donation for RCH would be appreciated during the event. People can also donate money at rchfundraising.com.au/p/359164/bill-hartshorne
