Suncoast View takes you inside Sarasota Fright Fest before the scares begin

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The scares are starting early on the Suncoast – and a Suncoast View reporter was there to get a first look at Sarasota Fright Fest, a major Halloween attraction promising big frights and over-the-top fun for thrill-seekers across the area.Billed as Sarasota’s premier Halloween haunted attraction event, Sarasota Fright Fest features multiple haunted experiences and Halloween‑themed entertainment, all designed to pull guests into a full night of scares and spectacle. It’s geared toward adults, teens, and older kids who can handle intense Halloween thrills. Sarasota Fright FestDuring the preview visit, the Suncoast View reporter toured the dark, winding walk‑throughs, watched scare actors in full makeup and costume, and got a behind‑the‑scenes look at how the team builds out each haunted space – from detailed set design and lighting to sound effects.Organizers say the goal is to make guests feel like they’ve stepped onto a horror movie set, with different themed ar