Blue Star Families Hosting Comedian Ashley Gutermuth For Fayetteville Event Saturday

"My Dad was in the Army, but he got out pretty much as I was born. But he never gave up that life style, you know, he would still wear his uniform, always hoarded food.  We were always ready for a war.” -Comedian Ashley Gutermuth

Blue Star Families, a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting military families, and T-Mobile proudly announce a heartwarming tribute to military families with a special comedy event at Cape Fear Botanical Garden in honor of Blue Star Welcome Week. On September 28th, the two organizations will host 200 military families for an evening of laughter featuring renowned comedy sensation and Air Force spouse Ashley Gutermuth. You can get tickets here.

Ashley gained acclaim after winning the 'Seinfeld Challenge' on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, chosen by Jerry Seinfeld himself. With over 300 million views on social media, her stand-up routines and insights into life as a military spouse have captivated global audiences. Named Air Force Spouse of the Year, Ashley tirelessly advocates for increased support for the military community.

Through her comedy and advocacy work, Gutermuth continues to uplift the military community while tackling serious issues with humor and compassion. I was so excited (totally fangirling, TBH) to chat with Ashley about her comedy career and how it intersects with military life.

It's spooky season and some of North Carolina's best haunted attractions are right here in Fayetteville! There's some solid science behind the allure of safe, scary adventures. People are drawn to Halloween haunted houses and trails for a variety of psychological and social reasons. The controlled fear experienced in these attractions triggers a rush of adrenaline, endorphins, and dopamine in the brain, creating an exhilarating "fight-or-flight" response without any real danger. This biochemical surge can produce a natural high, similar to the runner's high, leaving people feeling energized and euphoric afterwards.

Haunted houses also offer a form of escapism, allowing people to immerse themselves in fantastical and thrilling scenarios far removed from everyday life. The elaborate sets, costumes, and special effects create a captivating alternate reality.

See? It's not just you loving those creepy jump scares. So, grab a pal and get spooky at some of the best haunted attractions North Carolina has to offer.

Located in Fayetteville, this attraction features three terrifying haunted experiences, including Surgeon Manor.
2990 Sunnyside School Road
Fayetteville, NC 28312
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Located at 7221 Stoney Point Rd, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28306. Ticket information here.

"Come see why our customer's come back year after year to support our haunted attraction. Giving our customers' memories that last and scares that are remembered for over 20 years."

This popular attraction in Youngsville offers five haunted attractions, including a Haunted Forest, Dark Trail, Hayride, and more!

Located at 2808 Cedar Creek Rd, Youngsville, North Carolina 27596.  Ticket info here

Located in Leland, this haunted trail features live actors, fog machines, chainsaws, and strobe lights. "Phobia Haunted Trail is a Halloween haunted house attraction located at 2859 Maco Rd NE Leland NC 28451. Phobia Haunted Trail is now in it's 7th season and it only gets better and scarier. It takes about 30 minutes to survive. Phobia Haunted Trail is a Fall seasonal weekend attraction, open Friday Saturday and Sunday from 8PM to Midnight STARTIG OCTOBER 4, 2024. This is a live actor event. "

Ticket info here

Offered at Black Ops Paintball in Fayetteville, this attraction combines a haunted hayride with zombie paintball shooting. Located at 2112 River Rd, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28312

Ticket info here 

Located at 914 Bud Johnson Road in Clinton, NC, Hollerin Haunts Hayride will scare the Yell out of you! With three different terrifying haunted attractions on site, there's enough fright to go 'round! Ticket info here