The Witch of Weston Tower is back and haunting McIntyre Ski Area this October 25 - 27, 2024. Enjoy a scenic chairlift ride to the summit of McIntyre Ski Area, travel the treacherous trail on our tractor to the Witch of Weston Tower. Guests are welcome to climb the stairs of Weston Tower and see the most spooktacular views of Manchester! Witch of Weston Tower event proceeds to benefit the Manchester Historic Association.

October 25-27, 2024

• Friday, October 25: 4-8pm
• Saturday, October 26: 12-6pm
• Sunday, October 27: 12-6pm

*Lifts operate 30 minutes prior to close. 
 The Witch of Weston Tower returns to haunt McIntyre Ski Area from October 25–27, 2024. Embark on a scenic chairlift ride to the summit, followed by a thrilling tractor journey along a spooky trail to the Witch of Weston Tower. Visitors can climb the tower’s stairs for the most hauntingly beautiful views of Manchester!

Saturday, October 26: Schedule of Events

• 12:00 PM: Event opens, chairlift rides begin, and Weston Tower access opens.
• 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Hiking/walking to Weston Tower (no tractor rides during Manchester XC meet).
• 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Tractor rides to Weston Tower and back to the chairlift.
• 2:00 PM: Paint Nite: “Nightmare” (advance registration required).
• 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Face painting & pumpkin painting (included with ticket).
• 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Highland Mountain Bike Park Pump Track.
• 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: 603 Diesel Touch-A-Truck/Trunk-o-Treat.
• 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Food trucks featuring:
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    • Creative Kones
    • Waterville Next Level Food Truck
    • Pat’s Apples
    • Popcorn & Cotton Candy
• 1:00 PM: Kids’ Costume Contest (age categories: 5 & under, 6-12, 13+).
• 5:30 PM: Last chairlift to Weston Tower.
• 7:00 PM: Buzz Brews N’ Boos Halloween Party (21+) at The Hill Bar & Grille.

Witch of Weston Tower event proceeds to benefit the Manchester Historic Association. 

There are risks and hazards associated with riding the chairlift with children 2 years and younger. It is highly recommended that parents bring a child carrier for hiking to assist with navigating the terrain and securing infants while riding the lift. Children 3-12 must be accompanied by an adult while riding the chair.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult when riding the chair
• Closed toe shoes must be worn to ride the chairlift.
• Waiver must be signed in advance of riding the lift.

RESPONSIBLE CHAIR LIFT USE

It’s your responsibility to know how to use and ride the lift safely. Follow these guidelines to ensure your safety and the safety of others when riding our chairlifts:

1. Remove and carry packs. Do not use phones, music or games while loading or unloading.
2. Need assistance? Ask the lift attendant for help. Smallest kids should load closest to the attendant.
3. It is okay to miss a chair and wait for the next one.
4. When loading, watch for an approaching chair and then sit to the back once seated.
5. Drop something? Let it fall. Any item dropped can be picked up later.
6. Absolutely no horseplay on the lifts.