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Castle

Videos built around the castle theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

21 videos

DIY Medieval Torch Prop
11:44
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$40

DIY Medieval Torch Prop

VanOaksProps walks through a one-day scratch build of a medieval-style torch prop using PVC pipe, craft foam, and an LED flame bulb. The build relies on accessible hardware and craft supplies, with a free downloadable template provided to guide shaping. Painting and weathering steps give the finished piece a convincing aged-iron look suitable for costumes, cosplay, or haunted displays. The project is sponsored in part by Surebonder, whose cosplay hot glue sticks are used throughout.

VanOaksProps· 68,798 views
scenic paint six
8:47
Set DesignBeginner$5–$20

scenic paint six

This installment in StiltbeastStudios' scenic painting series focuses on creating a convincing rough-hewn field stone wall using only black and white paint. Allen Hopps demonstrates how a limited two-color palette and simple brush techniques can produce a striking, dimensional-looking stone surface. The segment is part of a larger scenic build, with vines and moss detailing planned as a follow-up step.

StiltbeastStudios· 30,216 views
DIY Castle Wall StoneWork Out Of Foam Board Insulation
20:36
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Castle Wall StoneWork Out Of Foam Board Insulation

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of creating realistic castle stone wall panels using foam board insulation — a staple material in haunted attraction set building. The tutorial covers shaping and texturing the foam to mimic authentic stonework on a budget. At 21 minutes, the video provides enough depth to guide builders through the core techniques from start to finish.

StiltbeastStudios· 26,949 views
The Sliders of Castle Dark at Castle Park Riverside 👻 #castledark #castlepark #sliders
0:12
Professional Haunted Attractions

The Sliders of Castle Dark at Castle Park Riverside 👻 #castledark #castlepark #sliders

This short-form video from Haunted Attraction Network spotlights the Sliders experience at Castle Dark, the Halloween haunt event held at Castle Park in Riverside. The clip appears to offer a glimpse into one of the attraction's featured elements or scare zones. Given the brevity and lack of description, specific details about the experience are limited.

Haunted Attraction Network· 25,568 views
Castle set painting
7:39
Set DesignBeginnerlow (basic house paint and spray paint)

Castle set painting

Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates a fast, freehand approach to painting castle-themed wall panels for a haunted attraction set. Using latex house paint, spray paint, and simple foam brushes, four panels are completed in roughly 40 minutes with no measuring or pre-planning. The video is presented at 4× speed to showcase the full workflow efficiently. The creator's philosophy is that overwhelming visual density causes individual imperfections to disappear into the overall scene.

StiltbeastStudios· 24,571 views
Gargoyle Stone Master Huge Animated Prop by Distortions
1:54
Prop Reviews

Gargoyle Stone Master Huge Animated Prop by Distortions

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Stone Master Gargoyle, a massive professional-grade Halloween animatronic with a 13-foot wingspan and standing nearly 9 feet tall with wings raised. The creature features moving wings, integrated fog, and synchronized sound, all driven by compressed air and AC power. Built from latex and foam over a metal armature, it reflects the studio's reputation for high-quality, durable dark attraction pieces. It would be a commanding centerpiece for gothic, castle, cemetery, or haunted attraction environments.

DistortionsUnlimited· 19,407 views
Met some friends at Castle Dark at Castle Park Riverside #halloween #riverside #castlepark
0:11
Professional Haunted Attractions

Met some friends at Castle Dark at Castle Park Riverside #halloween #riverside #castlepark

This short-form clip from the Haunted Attraction Network features a visit to Castle Dark, a Halloween haunt located at Castle Park in Riverside, California. The video appears to capture a social outing with friends at the attraction, offering a glimpse into the event's atmosphere. With no description or significant runtime provided, specific details about the haunt's features remain limited.

Haunted Attraction Network· 15,149 views
Painting castle rock
15:32
DIY PropsBeginner

Painting castle rock

Stiltbeast Studios walks through a straightforward painting technique for achieving realistic castle rock wall finishes, using a Castle Grayskull diorama as the demonstration subject. The approach is designed to be accessible and repeatable, delivering convincing stone texture without advanced skill. At 16 minutes, the tutorial moves efficiently through the core steps while keeping the process approachable for hobbyists at most experience levels.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,846 views
Spirit Halloween Movie INSIDE LOOK | Castle Theme, Animatronics, Set + MORE - Spirit: The Movie
13:17
Other

Spirit Halloween Movie INSIDE LOOK | Castle Theme, Animatronics, Set + MORE - Spirit: The Movie

GMHaunts shares an early peek at the filming location for Spirit Halloween: The Movie, courtesy of fellow haunter Pleco Army, who captured footage through covered windows at the production site. The clip reveals a castle-themed set along with animatronics and other Halloween décor elements being used in the film. This is a community-driven first look rather than an official studio release, so detail is limited but the glimpse is enough to generate excitement among Spirit Halloween fans heading into Halloween 2022.

GMHaunts· 5,896 views
Castle Dark is Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at Castle Park Riverside now through Oct 29th
0:20
Theme Park Halloween Events

Castle Dark is Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at Castle Park Riverside now through Oct 29th

Castle Dark is a seasonal Halloween attraction running weekends at Castle Park in Riverside, California through October 29th. The video appears to be a promotional piece from the Haunted Attraction Network highlighting the event's limited Friday, Saturday, and Sunday schedule. With no source description or runtime provided, specific details about the haunt's content, scale, or features are unavailable. Visitors in the Southern California area looking for a weekend Halloween experience may find this a worthwhile outing.

Haunted Attraction Network· 5,871 views
GARGOYLE Animatronic Props | Distortions Unlimited Gargoyles
3:24
Prop Reviews

GARGOYLE Animatronic Props | Distortions Unlimited Gargoyles

Distortions Unlimited showcases several of their gargoyle animatronic props in this short product highlight reel. The video features at least three distinct pieces — the Stone Master Gargoyle, the Electric Gargoyle, and the Gargoyle Shock Shocktronic — demonstrating their animated movements and detailed sculpts. These props are positioned as high-impact additions to gothic, graveyard, or castle-themed haunted displays. The video serves as a visual overview rather than a technical tutorial or in-depth review.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,645 views
2 DIY Castle Walls Don't Breathe Toxic Fumes! Ventilation Tips #stonewalls #setdesign #hauntedhouse
1:04
Set Design

2 DIY Castle Walls Don't Breathe Toxic Fumes! Ventilation Tips #stonewalls #setdesign #hauntedhouse

StiltbeastStudios delivers a short but focused tip on building DIY castle walls for haunted attractions, with a key emphasis on workshop safety — specifically avoiding toxic fume exposure through proper ventilation. The bite-sized format makes it a quick, practical reference for haunt builders tackling stone-themed set pieces. While build specifics are limited given the one-minute runtime, the safety message is the clear highlight.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,164 views
Medieval Animatronics Dark Castle Secrets Revealed! #castlewalls #setdesign #hauntedhouse #diy
0:29
DIY Animatronics

Medieval Animatronics Dark Castle Secrets Revealed! #castlewalls #setdesign #hauntedhouse #diy

StiltbeastStudios pulls back the curtain on medieval-themed animatronics and castle set pieces built for a haunted attraction environment. The video explores the behind-the-scenes craft that goes into creating immersive dark castle aesthetics. It showcases the studio's signature approach to combining detailed set design with character-driven animatronic builds.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,024 views
7 DIY Wall Painting Add Texture & Depth Like a Pro! #diy #setdesign #hauntedattractions #castle
0:21
Set DesignIntermediate

7 DIY Wall Painting Add Texture & Depth Like a Pro! #diy #setdesign #hauntedattractions #castle

StiltbeastStudios walks through seven techniques for painting and texturing DIY walls to achieve a professional stone or castle look in a haunted attraction setting. The tutorial focuses on adding convincing depth and dimension using insulation board carving combined with layered paint application. These methods are aimed at elevating the visual quality of haunted house environments without requiring a massive budget.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,541 views
3 Castle Build Fixing Imperfections & Avoiding Bird Beaks! #setdesign #hauntedattractions
0:31
Set DesignIntermediate

3 Castle Build Fixing Imperfections & Avoiding Bird Beaks! #setdesign #hauntedattractions

This short-form clip from Stiltbeast Studios focuses on refining a castle set build for a haunted attraction, specifically addressing common construction pitfalls like surface imperfections and the undesirable 'bird beak' edge effect. Allen Hopps shares quick, practical guidance aimed at elevating the realism and quality of large-scale set pieces. Despite its brief runtime, the video delivers targeted tips relevant to professional haunt construction.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,295 views
Castle Dark at Castle Park Riverside is BACK with three mazes! #riverside #halloween
0:50
Theme Park Halloween Events

Castle Dark at Castle Park Riverside is BACK with three mazes! #riverside #halloween

Castle Dark returns to Castle Park in Riverside, California, bringing three haunted mazes to the seasonal Halloween event. The short clip, shared by the Haunted Attraction Network, appears to be a promotional or recap teaser highlighting the event's comeback. With a runtime of just one minute, it likely offers a quick preview or highlight reel of the attraction's mazes. No source description was provided, so specific details about the mazes or event dates remain unknown.

Haunted Attraction Network· 2,068 views
DIY water moat💧 #moat #tractor #working#diy #howto #fyp
0:42
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY water moat💧 #moat #tractor #working#diy #howto #fyp

This short-form DIY video from Horror 365 shows how to build a working water moat as part of a yard haunt setup. The clip appears to demonstrate a functional water feature that adds an impressive medieval or castle-themed element to an outdoor Halloween display. At just one minute, it offers a quick look at the concept and result rather than a deep step-by-step tutorial.

Horror 365· 1,611 views
Halloween City 2021 Theme REVEALED | Killgore Castle + New Animatronic Lineup
8:38
Product Reviews

Halloween City 2021 Theme REVEALED | Killgore Castle + New Animatronic Lineup

GMHaunts previews Halloween City's 2021 retail theme, dubbed Killgore Castle, which centers on a stone archway aesthetic, riser sets, and a fresh lineup of animatronics. The video draws on a leaked theme manual image and an in-store walkthrough to give viewers an early look at what to expect on shelves. It offers a helpful snapshot of the seasonal retail prop landscape ahead of the 2021 Halloween shopping season.

GMHaunts· 1,348 views
Castle Park in Riverside announced Details for 2022 Castle Dark #halloween #hauntedhouse #riverside
0:36
Theme Park Halloween Events

Castle Park in Riverside announced Details for 2022 Castle Dark #halloween #hauntedhouse #riverside

This short-form video from the Haunted Attraction Network covers an announcement from Castle Park in Riverside, California regarding details for their 2022 Castle Dark Halloween event. As a one-minute clip, it likely highlights key dates, attractions, or features guests can expect from the seasonal haunt. It serves as a quick news-style update for fans and haunt enthusiasts planning their fall season.

Haunted Attraction Network· 636 views
Designing Castle Dark at Castle Park Riverside with Joseph Ancheta #riverside #halloween #haunt
3:11
Professional Haunted Attractions

Designing Castle Dark at Castle Park Riverside with Joseph Ancheta #riverside #halloween #haunt

This short interview-style video spotlights Castle Dark at Castle Park in Riverside, California, now in its 14th year and operating under a fresh creative team. Entertainment director Joseph Ancheta discusses the vision behind this season's event and outlines the attraction's forward-looking strategy. The haunt runs for 18 nights through the end of October, making it a substantial regional Halloween destination. The clip is part of Haunted Attraction Network's broader Hauntathon coverage series.

Haunted Attraction Network· 552 views
Terror Behind The Walls in Philadelphia, PA
42:32
Professional Haunted Attractions

Terror Behind The Walls in Philadelphia, PA

Terror Behind the Walls is a nationally recognized haunted attraction set inside the historic Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia, PA — one of the largest haunted houses in the United States. The video features an interview with creative director Amy Hollaman, offering an inside look at the production behind this massive seasonal event. The attraction runs select evenings in fall 2015, transforming the imposing castle-like penitentiary into an elaborate theatrical horror experience.

Haunted Attraction Network· 443 views