WAUKESHA — A massive graveyard, spooky skeletons and giant spiders fill what’s become known as the Halloween House of Waukesha South, better known as Jeff Gifford’s yard.

What started as a simple hunt for Halloween bargains has turned into a massive neighborhood haunt more than two decades in the making.

“We used to hit the Spirit stores after Halloween and see what we could find for 50% off,” Gifford said. “It just kind of steamrolled from there.”

Halloween is Gifford’s favorite holiday, and decorating has become a family affair, with his children pitching in to bring the spooky display to life, his son putting up the high-flying ghost.

Halloween House of Waukesha: A family affair providing haunts for the community

“That’s actually all my son’s job,” Gifford said. “I gave him the tal

See Full Page