Why settle for a haunted house this Halloween season when you could wander through an entire haunted town? Every October, the little Keith County village of Brule transforms entirely into a terrifying haunted attraction. You’ll love visiting the best Halloween town in Nebraska.

The attraction is known as School District 13. We won't spoil the experience by telling you exactly what to expect - the surprise is a big part of the fun.
School District 13
Now in its 7th year, this creepy destination is not to be missed. This is, by far, the best place to celebrate Halloween in Nebraska.
But we can tell you that this isn't some weak, cutesy little festival put on by the community center. This is a truly spooky adventure through the entire village, where you never know what will be waiting for you around the next corner.
Facebook/School District 13 Haunted Attraction
Are you up for a bone-chilling adventure? Step inside the scariest Halloween town in Nebraska.
Don't be surprised if you see a face like this one staring at you from behind a building or following you down the street. The actors are all dedicated to their craft - which is, of course, giving you the creepiest time possible.
Facebook/School District 13 Haunted Attraction
Don't worry, though - the performers are weird or funny, but they won't chase you down with chainsaws or otherwise cause extreme terror.
Facebook/School District 13 Haunted Attraction

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There are four main attractions scattered through the town, and new this year is a real ghost hunt. You'll be challenged to spend 30 full minutes in the most haunted room in the Old Brule School. This part of the adventure is said to be real - the room is actually haunted!
School District 13
School District 13 is family-friendly, though the haunts are rated PG-13 (the streets outside are rated PG). Kids under 10 should be with an adult at all times. If kids get scared they can wave a glow stick (available at admission) at the performers and they will back off.
School District 13
The organizers of this unique event say it's the only haunted town in the whole country. It's the kind of attraction you would expect to see in a big city, but it's tucked away in tiny Brule.
Facebook/School District 13 Haunted Attraction
In 2017, School District 13 runs from October 27th to 29th.
School District 13

 

Go here for more information and to buy tickets to this unmissable Halloween event. See more photos and get more information at the School District 13 Facebook page.

Have you ever attended this creepy haunted town? What are your favorite Halloween events in Nebraska? Tell us about your experiences in the comments!

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What are the best haunted houses in Nebraska?

Eagle Hollow Haunts is an adrenaline-pumping adventure located in Eagle, Nebraska. This massive attraction has three different haunted houses to weave through, an impressive concession stand, and a cozy fire pit. What’s not to love? For a unique haunted outing, venture to KneeKnocker Woods. Here, you can take a creepy stroll through Grandpa Grim’s spooky forest, walk through a terrifying cemetery, and explore some decaying buildings. This immersive attraction is not for the faint of heart. If you're up for the thrill, drive to Gibbon, Nebraska to experience the horror first-hand.

What is the scariest place in Nebraska to visit around Halloween?

Ball Cemetery in Springfield is one of the scariest places to visit in Nebraska around Halloween. In fact, it’s considered one of the most haunted places in the state! Guests have reported seeing the ghost of a tall man. Watch out -- he’s known to attack visitors when he’s angry. A female apparition also haunts this land. You may hear her laughing or feel her tugging on your clothes. Enter this Springfield cemetery… if you dare.

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