The clock is ticking and the hour is late. As you travel down the dark and winding streets looking for adventure, you are suddenly struck at the shear horror of trying to find a haunted house to see before the month is over. Don’t worry. The ghouls and gals at italyneotribune.com have put a list together for you. Read on to find your favorite trail of terror, you still have time…

The roads in Texas are paved with haunted houses. In fact, in the Dallas area alone, there are 25 major haunted houses, more than Houston and San Antonio combined. Whether you are in Italy or travel to a big metropolis, you are sure to be a winner finding the right house or ghoulish activity for you and your group.

ITALY
Necroplex, located on Hwy 77 north of town, is one the top 10 haunted houses in Texas and the website has more details. 666 bodies discovered 29 years ago and the killings are expected to begin again soon. If you have not gone to visit the Kilemol family, baby, it’s time.

HILLSBORO
October 31 The 2nd Annual Spooky Pooch Costume Contest at the Outlets at Hillsboro. Registration begins at 2pm, with a $5 entry fee, the contest begins at 3pm and the whole mall will participate in Trick or Treating from 2-6pm or (until the snacks run out). The contest has prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. All domesticated pets and or owner duo entries welcome. All dogs must be on a leash. Children are invited to dress up too. There will be a costume contest for 12 and under. The adults will have a contest and should register by 5pm. Sight Night by Lions Club International will be on hand and they will be accepting used or new eyewear donations. CarterBlood Care will also be on site accepting donations. The mall is located on I-35, exit 368. You are welcome to call 254-582-9205 or visit their website.

WAXAHACHIE
Screams located on the Scarborough Fairegrounds, 2511 FM-66. SCREAMS offers five haunted attractions to test your courage. All five are included in your admission and you can go through them as many times as you like… or dare. Their website has more information.

ELM MOTT
Vampire Inc. located at 14656 N. I-35, just north of Waco at exit 345. Two full size haunted houses at one location. The Deadzone and Chainsaw Nightmare-open nightly from 8pm to midnight from Oct 27-31. For more details call 254-VAM-PIRE.

MIDLOTHIAN
Tayman Graveyard located at 4721 Cecilia Ave. Tayman Graveyard is a living tribute to the historic Tayman family who originally lived here. Fences and other structures have been built to protect the area, but the history of this haunted area should be feared, and no one should take lightly the curse that has hounded the Tayman property for generations. Go to their website for pricing and coupons.

RED OAK
Reindeer Manor Abusement Park “Where death is only the beginning and the rumors are all true.” Three haunted houses in one location. The address is 410 Houston School Road. Featuring Holiday In The Dark – Lights out at the Abusement Park October 31st. Experience all three attractions in complete darkness with only one glowstick (per group) to light your way . Everyone gets a coupon! Glowstick Night’s Only $30. Phone: 972-514-7287 or Email: [email protected] for more details. Or visit their website.

GRAND PRAIRIE
Lights Out at the Wax Museum, located at 601 Palace Parkway. Is It Real or Is It Wax? Follow the route of the Wax Museum but with a new and terrifying twist. LIGHTS OUT! This Halloween season the wax museum is open for fright and fun for Seven Nights Only! As you enter the first 7 sets, the lights will be down, you must decide if you are seeing wax figures or will they come alive! Upon entering the fear part of our attraction you will find many characters waiting for you! Can you find them before they find YOU! The Mirror Maze will also be up and running as it was last year! Can you find your way through the 2000sq ft maze. You will find a surprise our two while you try to find your way out. Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Will also be open, filled with the bizarre and odd from all over the world. This facility has been known for our long history of weird and strange occurrences. Come see for yourself. Go to their website for more details.

DALLAS
Fatal End in the West End located at 603 Munger Ave. Years ago in Downtown Dallas, far beneath the subterranean floors of what is now known as the West End Marketplace, an urban legend was born. Disturbing tales followed eyewitness accounts of a lower level passage that led to an entry point to a paranormal world of darkness. PLEASE NOTE: The management of The Fatal End in the West End feels a responsibility to issue a fair warning: This tour presents a glimpse into one of our greatest common fears — that of death and what lies beyond. Many of you will be thrilled. Many will be shocked. Most will be horrified. For ticket prices and times, please visit their website.

Dallas Scare Grounds located at 2001 Irving Boo-levard. There are 3 haunted houses and a festival. ALL NEW FOR 2010! THE MONSTER MAZE HAS MOVED INDOORS and has a theme all its own…. I scream, you scream, we all scream for NIGHT SCREAM! Driven by his lust for cold blooded murder, Pop Sickle cruises the streets in his Ice Cream Truck, searching for victims to serve up in his tasty frozen treats. If you dare, visit their website.

Meyerson Symphony Center located at 2301 Flora St. Ste. 100. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra will play the music score from the movie Psycho while the movie plays. Oct 30, 2010, 8pm-11:30pm.

JEFFERSON
Haunts and History of The Grove A guided tour through one of the historical and haunted homes from Jefferson’s past. Regular tours: Saturday 2pm, Sunday 11am or by appointment. Call 903-665-8018 os visit their website. While you are visiting, take a steamboat tour on Caddo Lake. The Graceful Ghost will glide easily through the waters while you take in the East Texas beauty. Call 877-894-4678 or visit their website.

The historic Jefferson railway presents Terror on the Bayou. Located in the bottoms along the Big Cypress Bayou-dark, steamy and creepy! The runaway fright train and creepy screamin’ corn maze will be available until Halloween-Fri, Sat and Sun. Located at 1602 State Hwy 49 E. Visit their website for more details.

ARLINGTON
Zombie Manor
Located at 7501 U.S. 287. From 7 p.m.-midnight Friday-Saturday; 7:30-10 p.m. Sunday $15-$20, The acting is superb. The zombies really get into their roles. What to watch for: The zombie bashers. A father and son with shovels who are really there to help you. Check out their website.

KENNEDALE
Texas Scaregrounds
Located at 800 W. Kennedale Parkway. From 7 p.m.-midnight Friday-Saturday; 7-10 p.m. Sunday $10-$25, why go: The headless horseman will find you before you find him. This may be the only show that includes a real horse. What to watch for: The jungle-gym-climbing Freddy Krueger. Their website has more information.

MANSFIELD
Terrorplex
Located at 6921 Bennett-Lawson Road. From 7:30 p.m.-midnight Fridays-Saturdays; 7:30-10 p.m. Sundays. Through Nov. 6. $25-$35 Why go: Experience the feel of a real haunted house. There’s no feel of temporary warehouse. What to watch for: Lurking creatures carrying chainsaws; “Dude,” the scary clown. Visit their website.

FORT WORTH
Cutting Edge Haunted House
Located at the Intersection of I-30 & I-35,1701 E. Lancaster Ave. Hauntline 817-348-8444 or visit their website. “World’s largest walkthrough haunted house.”

Hangman’s House of Horrors located at 2300 West Freeway, I-30 and Forest Park Blvd. In 2010, Hangman’s House of Horrors will celebrate its 22nd year as the top charity-benefiting haunted house in the nation! To date, the house has entertained over half a million victims and donated more than $1.6 million to local charities! They also have live bands, karaoke, midway rides, games, concessions and more! Hangman’s offers FREE PARKING! Come play Laser Tag for an additional $5.00! 24 Hour Info Line (817)336-HANG. All funds remain in Tarrant County for local programs and services. Net proceeds benefit these outstanding charities:

• American Cancer Society
• a Wish with Wings
• Cenikor Foundation
• Rocky Top Therapy Center
• SafeHaven of Tarrant County

For more details, visit their website.

AUSTIN
House of Torment located at 523 Highland Mall Blvd. Austin’s first 4D Halloween Movie/Ride Experience! The 4D theater combines dynamic 3D movie technology with ongoing in-theater physical and special effects that are all synchronized together creating a new thrilling and exciting way to get scared! This multi dimensional attraction will take you on an unforgettable Halloween adventure. “20,000 square feet of terror!” Check out their website for more details.

As you can plainly see, there are thrills and spills around this area and beyond. If you check the websites, you will able to obtain coupons for most of these dark events. Take care as you travel the highways and bi-ways to your favorite haunted house. You never know what will jump out of the darkness and frighten you. Good luck, you’re gonna need it!