SUNDERLAND — Lights, camera, action!
Mike’s Maze is heading to Hollywood this fall as the famous corn maze honors all things movies. In celebration of films like “Star Wars” and “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” marking their 40th and 45th anniversaries, Mike’s Maze is hoping to capture audiences who love movies, much like these films captivated audiences decades ago.
Jess and David Wisseman, the maze’s co-creators, said the maze’s theme each year is based on “some sort of cultural touchstone” — think last year’s “Imagine” theme or 2020’s “Vote!” design.
The word “Action!” is engraved into the 8-acre corn maze in a classic 1950s-style font as popcorn flies around in the design. As guests walk into the maze, they will be treated to a classic movie theater marquee that Jess Wisseman is hopeful will “get people into this sort of whimsical mindset.”
“What better way to depict the word ‘Action’ than with an explosion of popcorn erupting from a corn field?” Jess Wisseman said. “I was trying to capture a feeling of nostalgia, but also excitement.”
“In many ways, it is the most literal corn maze we have ever done,” David Wisseman added.
Within the maze itself, guests will have the opportunity to participate in several games and activities for all ages, including movie trivia.
Mike’s Maze opened last Friday and will operate through Nov. 6. It’s open Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on weekends from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at mikesmaze.com or in person. Adult tickets are $16, tickets for children ages 5 to 12 are $14, and children under age 4 are admitted for free. Rates are reduced on Fridays, but some activities, such as face painting and pony rides, are unavailable.