You could throw a birthday party at a bar. You could rent out a bowling alley. You could do the same thing everyone else does. Or, hear me out, you could take your crew to a haunted farm, reserve a private bonfire, and watch your friends scream their way through a cornfield while you sit by the fire with a beer from Helltown Brewery.
Eerie Acres Farm, just 30 minutes north of Pittsburgh in Butler, does private parties and bonfires, and they’re honestly one of the best-kept secrets for group events in the area.
What You Get
When you book a private event at Eerie Acres, you get a reserved area. Think party tents and bonfire pits, separate from the main crowd. It’s your space. Bring your people, bring your decorations if you want, and enjoy a private spot while still having full access to everything the farm offers: the haunt, the food trucks, the beer garden, and that massive bonfire.
Who It’s For
Birthday parties are the obvious one, but think bigger. Bachelorette parties. Corporate team outings. Friend group Halloween traditions. Family reunions where you want to see your uncle lose his composure. Basically, if you’re organizing anything for a group in October and you want people to actually have a memorable time, this is the play.
Why It Works
The problem with most group events is that you’re paying a lot of money for a mediocre experience. Private bonfire at a haunted farm? That’s a story. That’s photos. That’s your friend group talking about it for years. The combination of a legit haunt experience with a relaxed, outdoor hangout space is hard to beat, and Eerie Acres prices are reasonable compared to what you’d spend on most group activities in the Pittsburgh area.
How to Book
Reach out through the website or call (724) 332-5077. Private events tend to fill up fast once the season starts, so if you’re planning something for October, get in touch sooner rather than later.