Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood will both feature a haunted house based on the 2025 Ryan Coogler vampire horror film Sinners at Halloween
Branson, MO — Field of Screams Nixa is opening a new indoor haunted attraction inside Ballparks of America in Branson on Sept. 11. The new
Glendale, CA — The Nocturne Theatre is premiering The Eaves, an original paranormal stage play built around proximity, silence, and psychological unease rather than spectacle,
Six Flags Great Adventure (Jackson, NJ) is bringing back Dead Man’s Party, the live Broadway-style dance show, for the 2026 Fright Fest season after a
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will return to the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World for 38 select nights from August 7 through October 31, 2026, marking the earliest start date ever for the annual spooky fun celebration.
Universal Studios Hollywood’s Universal Fan Fest Nights 2026 food lineup serves up two Scooby-Doo items and a Universal Monsters-themed hot dog. The event is adding a Dining Pass for the first time, borrowing from the Halloween Horror Nights playbook.
The Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park has announced Nightmare Wharf, a new large-scale Halloween event coming to the Buffalo waterfront for 16 operating nights in October and early November 2026.
Triotech, Merlin Entertainments, and Sony Pictures Entertainment have announced a new interactive Jumanji experience built on Triotech’s XD Dark Ride platform, debuting at four Madame Tussauds locations in July 2026.
The installations are planned for Madame Tussauds locations in New York, Hollywood, Las Vegas, and Sydney, all operated by Merlin Entertainments. The Jumanji content marks the first globally recognized entertainment IP introduced to the XD Dark Ride platform.
Universal Horror Unleashed is launching “Feaster Grievings,” an original, limited-time experience running April 1 through May 2, 2026, at the year-round horror venue inside the AREA15 District in Las Vegas.
Carowinds (Charlotte, NC) is bringing its hit haunted attraction, The Conjuring: Beyond Fear, back months early. The interactive SCREAMium experience that debuted during SCarowinds last fall will return during a new Scream Break event running April 3 – 12, 2026, as part of the park’s spring break programming.
It marks the first time Carowinds has hosted Scream Break, a spring haunt event that has run at other Six Flags parks since 2023. At Carowinds, the event’s centerpiece will be The Conjuring: Beyond Fear, the 20-minute walkthrough experience built by Plague Productions in partnership with New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences.
Halloween Horror Nights turns 35 in 2026, and Universal Orlando is running its longest event ever: 48 select nights from August 28 through November 1
Las Vegas, NV — Universal Horror Unleashed, the year-round horror experience at the AREA15 District in Las Vegas, is offering limited-time savings of up to
Long Beach, CA — Passes are now on sale for Midsummer Scream 2026, which returns to the Long Beach Convention Center August 7-9. Single-Day Passes
Los Angeles, CA — Tickets are now available for Spooky Swap Meet VI, returning to Heritage Square Museum in Los Angeles from April 24-26 with
Valentine’s Day Haunted Houses & Haunted Attractions Across the USA (2026 Guide) Looking for a thrilling way to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year? Whether you
Miami, Fla. (Feb. 12–15, 2026) — Horrorland Miami has announced Love Kills, a Valentine’s themed haunted attraction scheduled to operate for four nights only, February
Kelso, Wash. (Feb. 13–14, 2026) — Cinema of Horrors will once again offer a Valentine’s Day weekend event with Hearts of Horror, a limited-run blackout
Universal City, CA — Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the details of the ‘immersive experiences’ coming to this year’s Universal Fan Fest Nights, and it
Long Beach, CA — Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, producers of The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor, have announced Dark Masquerade, a new limited-run immersive experience debuting
As the holiday season arrives, haunted houses across the U.S. are getting into the festive spirit, combining the joy of the holidays with thrilling scares.
Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier has opened a newly reimagined Funhouse, designed and produced by EPIC Entertainment Group. The 2,800-square-foot attraction officially debuted
Howl-O-Scream Tampa returns for the 2025 season on September 5 with a new haunted house, expanded scare zones, and updated experiences across the park. The
The Halloween Horror Nights 2025 panel at Midsummer Scream delivered an in-depth look at this year’s Terrifier haunted houses, but two unexpected design choices stood
Elvira Joins LA Haunted Hayride for 2025 Season Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group unveiled its 2025 Halloween lineup during a packed Saturday panel at Midsummer Scream.
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The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor is expanding its Halloween horror experience this year with a bold lineup of themed special events. From drag-infused dance nights
Hersheypark Halloween and its signature Dark Nights haunt experience return for eight fright-filled weekends beginning Friday, September 12, through November 2, 2025. This year’s event
The Hall of Shadows, the massive haunt showcase at Midsummer Scream, is back and more terrifying than ever. This year’s edition—running August 15-17, 2025, at
San Jose, CA – This fall, the iconic Winchester Mystery House will undergo a chilling transformation as it debuts Festival Fright Nights, a brand-new Halloween
Fright Nights WV has announced a new off-season event, “Fright Nights Final Cut: Summer Slaughter,” scheduled for Friday, June 13th. According to the press release,
SAN JOSE, CA – Winchester Mystery House invites guests to experience its new Halfway-to-Halloween Flashlight Tours beginning April 19, 2025. Visitors will explore the 160-room
DrownedOut Productions, in partnership with the Immersive Art Collective, has announced the return of “Limos,” an immersive psychic experience that combines elements of Greek mythology
Are you counting down the days until the Halloween season returns? For haunt enthusiasts who can’t wait for the spooky season, Wicked New England is
Looking for Frights Beyond February? St. Patrick’s Day Haunted Houses Are Here! If you thought haunted attractions were strictly for Halloween and Valentine’s Day, think
Prepare for year-round chills! Universal Horror Unleashed—the first-ever permanent horror experience from Universal Destinations & Experiences—will open its doors on August 14 in Las Vegas.
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be all hearts and flowers—why not add a scream or two to the mix? In February 2025, several haunted houses
As the holiday season arrives, haunted houses across the U.S. are getting into the festive spirit, combining the joy of the holidays with thrilling scares.
How Scarehouse Windsor is Elevating the Haunt Industry with Unique Themed Dinners that Boost Per Cap Spending and Appeal to New Audiences Scarehouse Windsor, one
HUSH HAUNTED ATTRACTION RETURNS WITH 3 HAUNTED HOUSES, 3 BARS, AND EXPANDED LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FOR 2024 Expanded Live Entertainment, New Viewing Deck, New Drinks, and
Monsters: Exhibit of Horrors Opens at Santa Monica Art Museum On September 12, 2024, the Santa Monica Art Museum opened its latest exhibition, Monsters: Exhibit of Horrors. This exhibit,
The Santa Monica Art Museum invites you to experience “Monsters: Exhibition of Horrors,” an immersive journey through eight chambers exploring the origins, evolution, and psychological
Southern California’s Haunted Carwash is returning this Halloween Season with locations in Anaheim and a new spot in Lakewood, CA. Running from October 3rd to
Universal Studios Hollywood will debut Universal Fan Fest Nights in Spring 2025, an immersive after-hours event focused on Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming, and Anime. Created by
Knott’s Scary Farm announced two new mazes and an all-new experience dedicated to Scary Farm legend Elvira, Mistress of the Dark©. The 2024 Knott’s Scary Farm lineup includes ten
Scream Break returns to Six Flags Magic Mountain for after-hours fun this Spring Break. Get your heart racing on rides in the dark, shriek through chilling haunted houses like SAW and Condemned House Party, and groove to live DJs. Don’t miss this spooktacular mashup of Spring Break vibes and Halloween frights!
Immerse yourself in the dazzling colors and spicy flavors of New Orleans at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Mardi Gras! Catch a vibrant parade teeming with costumed characters, snag a cascade of Mardi Gras beads, and groove to the beat of a live brass band. Indulge in delectable Cajun treats like gumbo and beignets, sip on signature cocktails, and experience the festive spirit with the whole family. Let the good times roll at Busch Gardens Mardi Gras, select dates January 13th – March 3rd!
The Vault of Souls is a haunted attraction inside the 100-year-old Exchange National Bank in downtown Tampa. Guests can experience the dark secrets of Tampa’s past and encounter sinister spirits inspired by real-life events. The event includes a dark and decadent menu, signature cocktails, and reservations are required for this 18+ event.
Frightworld America’s Screampark is back for its 21st season! This year, they’re bringing all-new sets, scenes, scares, and effects to make your nightmares come true. Don’t miss out on the scariest Halloween experience in Western New York!
The Los Angeles Haunted Hayride is celebrating its 15th anniversary with brand-new features and attractions. This year, guests can enjoy a new maze, Hellbilly Halloween, as well as new wagon seating, updated effects, and several new horror scenes. In addition to the Hayride, there are also a variety of other Halloween-themed activities and attractions, including axe throwing, zombie splat, and the Monte Revolta Show.
ABANDON is a frightening, kinky, and darkly humorous theatrical experience set in the horrifying bowels of a deranged asylum. The show will explore the darkest corners of the human psyche and terrify audiences this Halloween season at Vegas Theatre Company in the Las Vegas Arts District. Delivered in rapid-fire, wordless vignettes and enhanced by an original, killer soundtrack and terrifying visual effects, ABANDON is a truly unique theatrical experience. This is an experience that will haunt audiences long after the final curtain falls.
“Angel of Light,” a haunting new theatrical immersive experience, will debut at the historic Los Angeles Theatre on September 15. Attendees are transported back to Old Hollywood in 1935 to witness the gripping and terrifying story of Rota Krisha – where ancient curses, sonic secrets, and demonic possession intertwine.
