Fort la Reine Museum is looking for more volunteers than usual for its "Fright at the Museum" event.

Madison Connolly, executive director for the museum, says this year's special will need more people to help out, making sure it's COVID-19 safe. She goes into detail on how many more people are needed.

"In previous years it was roughly around 40 to 50 volunteers per evening, so this is a very intense program that takes a lot of coordinating," notes Connolly. "We do need extra hands on deck just to make sure that the event runs smoothly and groups are distanced, so probably 60 people per night this year."

This year's theme for the event is centred around Manitoba ghost stories, and this year will have a family option, but once the night sets, it's fair game.

"if you come during our family-friendly hours from 5 to 7, everything still going to be decorated but there are no jumpscares," says Connolly. "During our fright hours, we'll have lots of volunteers and trained actors dressed in costume as well as a trained makeup artist who's going to be making sure that everyone looks spooky."

She adds there'll be people hiding around corners, as well as animatronics, so if you're not a fan of horror but still want the experience, there's a comfort level for you. Connolly says this event will take place every year, as long as the community continues to show support for it.

To learn more about Fright at the Museum click here, and for more information on volunteering at the event, email info@fortlareinemuseum.com