Maricopa residents can expect a revamped Halloween experience this year as the city turns over operation of its annual Mysterious Mansion Mayhem event to InMaricopa, a private community organization. As announced by the City of MaricopaThe move is part of an effort to encourage local engagement and free up the city to put resources elsewhere. “By entrusting Mysterious Mansion Mayhem to InnMaricopa, we aim to encourage community engagement and encourage new ideas,” the city said in a statement.

InMaricopa, the new custodians of the spooky soiree that first hit Maricopa in 2007, is already making plans for this year's event that promises to maintain the tradition of fright and joy that residents have come to love, and the group is moving full steam ahead as they organize this year's haunted house to ensure the spirit of the season is alive and well. Full details for those who want to turn their home into a haunted house or get out and get into some Halloween mayhem will be announced in the October issue of InMaricopa magazine. As well, updates will materialize on both InMaricopa's website and social media on October 1st.

Since taking over Mysterious Mansion Mayhem, InMaricopa has hinted at expanding the scope of the event with fresh ideas and surprises to pique the curiosity of Maricopa's local ghost and spirit enthusiasts. According to information provided by the city, the participation of private organizations is thought to encourage more residents and local organizations to get involved in creating an engaging community atmosphere.