Here is the complete list of haunted houses and attractions in Pittsburgh, PA and nearby areas – updated for 2026. This list includes hayrides, trails, and other Halloween attractions across western Pennsylvania, plus selected options in nearby Ohio and West Virginia. Attractions range from family-friendly to intense full-scale experiences. Many open in September and run into early November. Always verify the official website for the latest details, weather, and age recommendations.
September is a great time to head out since the weather is warmer, but if you prefer the chill of the October night air, there are even more options. Now, onto this year’s list of haunted attractions!
Haunted Mini Golf at the Hopewell Windmill
7 Days a Week, Fun for all ages… Seasonal haunted course returns each fall!
Step into a spooky wonderland at Hopewell Windmill’s Haunted Mini Golf, now celebrating its 16th year of Halloween thrills! This football-field-sized course transforms into a chilling spectacle, adorned with eerie inflatables, pumpkins, corn stalks, and macabre scenes like a gruesome kitchen, a creepy shower, and a freezer stuffed with body parts. The 2023 season debuted the twisted Windmill Medical Academy, complete with a “dropouts cemetery,” and 2025 promises even darker surprises to keep your heart racing. By day, it’s perfect for families; at night, glow-in-the-dark golf balls and lurking monsters crank up the fright factor. Suitable for all ages, this 30-45-minute adventure is one of the few haunts open daily through Halloween and into November, weather permitting. Thursdays bring buy-one-get-one-free deals, and early arrivals (before 6:00 pm) score discounts. Whether you’re putting through coffins or dodging ghouls, this Aliquippa gem delivers a unique blend of fun and fear. Grab your putter, brave the scares, and make unforgettable Halloween memories at Hopewell Windmill!
Dates: Typically daily from mid-September through early November, weather permitting
Hours: Typically 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat/Sun; 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Mon-Fri
Cost: $11 kids under 12, $13 adults (discount before 6:00 pm); $5 walk-thru
What’s New in 2026: Specific new scenes/themes not yet detailed on the official site as of mid-August 2026, but there is always something new each year.
http://hopewellwindmill.com/haunted-mini-golf/
2142 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001
40.575475, -80.254622
Alameda Park’s Haunted Trail
Venture to Alameda Park, just west of Butler, for a family-friendly fright at the Haunted Trail, formerly known as Monster Mile Family Walk! This nighttime adventure sends guided groups every 10 minutes through eerie woods where ghosts, ghouls, and goblins lurk around every bend. Perfect for families seeking a spooky yet approachable Halloween experience, the trail’s uneven terrain means wagons and strollers are best left at home. The 2026 season will keep the tradition alive with new scares to thrill visitors of all ages. Early registration saves you money, and same-day sign-ups start at 7:00 pm at the Masonic Shelter. Located in the heart of Butler County, this haunt combines community spirit with chilling surprises, making it a must-visit for a memorable Halloween night. Bring your courage and join the ghostly procession for a night of screams and laughter under the stars!
Former 2025 Date: Friday, October 17, 7:00–10:00 pm, last tour 9:30 pm. Note: Only one date this year.
Registration: Early registration for savings; same-day at 7:00 pm, Masonic Shelter
What’s New in 2026: No confirmed details yet, other than the “Monster Mile” for little kids on Saturday, October 10 at 11:00am
https://bcpr.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=747
184 Alameda Park Road, Butler, PA 16001
40.876105, -79.929832
Allen’s Haunted Hayride & Tavern of Terror
Celebrate nearly half a century of screams at Allen’s Haunted Hayride, America’s oldest haunted hayride, rooted in the 1960s! In its 47th year, this Smock tradition sends you down Route 666 on a wagon ride to the Haunted Hayshed, a barn certified haunted in 2001 after a paranormal investigation. Encounter 10 chilling displays and 30 in-your-face monsters that make this 30-minute journey unforgettable. The 3500 square-foot Tavern of Terror, introduced in 2015, unveils the eerie Woodcrest Asylum in 2025, plunging you into classic horror. The 2026 season adds new scares to keep your pulse pounding. Beyond the frights, enjoy unlimited carnival games, rides, and rentable bonfire pits for a festive vibe. A Sensory Day caters to those seeking a gentler experience, making this haunt perfect for all thrill levels. Located in Smock, PA, Allen’s is a Pittsburgh Halloween legend that blends intense scares with carnival fun. Dare to ride and face the terror that’s haunted generations!
2026 Dates: Sept. 18 (Sensory Night), Sept. 19 (Opening Night), Sept. 25 & 26, October 2–3, 9–10, 16–17, 22–24, and 29–31
Thursday 6:00–9:00 pm; Fridays & Saturdays 6:00–10:00 pm
Check Facebook for inclement weather.
http://www.allenshayrides.com/
2430 Pittsburgh Road, Smock, PA 15480
40.020835, -79.76323
The Beacon Haunted House and Corn Maze
The Beacon Haunted House and Corn Maze in Butler County invites you to a night of spine-chilling fun! Navigate a 15-acre corn maze teeming with eerie twists, brave the haunted house for heart-pounding scares, and hop on a spooky tractor ride for a full Halloween experience. No-Scare Sundays are perfect for families with young kids, offering a gentler adventure. On-site food and drinks keep the festive spirit alive as you immerse yourself in the 2026 season’s new scares and layouts. Located in Renfrew, this haunt combines rural charm with terrifying surprises, making it a must-visit for thrill-seekers and families alike. Whether you’re dodging ghouls in the maze or screaming in the haunted house, The Beacon delivers a night of unforgettable Halloween magic. Bring your friends, grab a hot cider, and face the fear at this Butler County staple!
2026 Dates: Opens Friday, September 26, then every Friday and Saturday through October 31. First tractor leaves at dusk (7:00–7:30 pm); last wagon about 10:00 pm or until all guests have boarded.
No-Scare Sundays: October 6 and October 13, 1:00–4:00 pm. $10 for adults and children; maze tickets for candy and prizes, plus petting zoo and pony/horse rides.
https://www.gotothebeacon.com/haunt
231 Beacon Road, Renfrew, PA 16053
40.789994, -79.970346
Beastly Haunted Trail
Support a pawsome cause at the Beaver County Humane Society’s Beastly Haunted Trail! This terrifying trek through dark, twisting paths delivers meticulously crafted scares and horrifying scenes that’ll leave you breathless. Every corner hides a new terror, making it a must for thrill-seekers. Kids must be accompanied by an adult to face the lurking ghouls, and all proceeds help shelter animals, blending frights with heart. The 2025 season promises fresh scares to keep you on edge. Located in Center Township, this haunt combines intense horror with a feel-good mission. Whether you’re dodging monsters or supporting furry friends, the Beastly Haunted Trail is a Halloween highlight you won’t forget. Bring your courage and scream for a cause!
2026 Dates: Typically Fridays and Saturdays in October, with a bonus night. No verified 2026 schedule has been posted as of September 1
https://beavercountyhumanesociety.org/event/beastly-haunted-trail-3/
3394 Brodhead Road, Center Township, PA 15001
Bump in the Night – Frick Park
CANCELLED FOR 2025 and not confirmed for 2026, due to construction around the Frick Environmental Center. In 2024, in place of Bump in the Night, they hosted an evening of fall fun at the Community Campfire in Frick Park Hollow on Saturday, October, 19th, 2024 at 4-7pm
Bump in the Night is a non-scary trail-walking event for the whole family, featuring storytelling, pumpkin picking and the sounds of nature. It is geared for kids aged 3 to 9. There will also be a campfire, perfect for roasting marshmellows! Costumes are optional… Reservations are required.
https://www.pittsburghparks.org/bump
2005 Beechwood Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA
40.4359686, -79.9090817
Castle Blood: Evening Tour / Matinee Show
Enter the world of Castle Blood, Pittsburgh’s most unique haunt, now well into its third decade and more than 15 years at its Monessen location. Housed in a historic 100-year-old funeral home, this is an interactive adventure tour with storytelling, characters, special effects, and game-like challenges — not a chainsaw haunt. American Airlines Magazine once described it as “playing Clue in the Addams Family house.” Sunday matinees replace scares with trick-or-treat stops. Timed tickets are available online and skip the general line.
2026 Dates: Evening Tours Friday & Saturday, 7:00–10:00 pm. Trick-or-Treat Tours Sunday, 2:00–4:00 pm. Tours continue until all groups have exited. Rain or shine. Free lot and street parking.
https://thecastleblood.com/
100 Schoonmaker Avenue, Monessen, PA 15062
40.159618, -79.879095
Chad’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch
Get lost in family-friendly fun at Chad’s Corn Maze near Ligonier, a tradition since 2009! Each year, a new country music-inspired design is crafted with GPS precision, creating a challenging yet delightful maze for all ages. The 2026 theme will bring fresh twists to explore. Not haunted, it’s perfect for kids and adults, with a Pumpkin Patch adding fall charm. Open daily in October, this Ligonier gem offers wholesome Halloween adventure under the autumn sun. Whether you’re navigating cornstalks or picking pumpkins, Chad’s delivers a memorable outing that’s all about fun, not fear. Bring the family and conquer the maze!
2026 Dates: Typically daily in October
http://www.chadscornmaze.com/index.html
Route 711, Ligonier, PA
40.224939, -79.244082
Cheeseman Fright Farm
Dare to explore the 650-acre Cheeseman Fright Farm in Portersville, where terror reigns supreme! The 2025 season unleashes a haunted hayride, corn maze, and multiple walk-through attractions, each with fresh, heart-pounding layouts. This physically demanding haunt is a thrill-seeker’s paradise, but families can enjoy the daytime Pumpkin Festival with hayrides, hay jumps, and a petting zoo. The Fright Pass skips lines, and bonfires keep you warm between screams. Kids under 12 need an adult. With new scares planned for 2025, this rural horror haven delivers an unforgettable Halloween experience. Located just north of Pittsburgh, Cheeseman Fright Farm combines intense frights with festive fun, making it a must-visit for adrenaline junkies and families alike. Face the fear and make memories that’ll haunt you!
2026 Dates: Opening Night Friday, September 18. Activities typically begin at dark and run to 10:00 pm or until the last ticketed guest has ridden on Fridays and Saturdays, with Sundays often added in October. Confirm weekly hours on the farm’s Facebook page.
https://www.cheesemanfarm.com/cheesemanfrightfarm
147 Kennedy Road, Portersville, PA
40.93849, -80.1673
Crawford School of Terror
Learn the meaning of fear at Connellsville’s Crawford School of Terror, set in a 1916 school building. Multiple floors of themed haunt rooms are joined by the separately booked Escape Crawford: The Basement escape room. The Crawford Midway offers games and merchandise; Coffee at Crawford serves snacks year-round. Reviewers consistently praise the building, actors, and value. Typical admission in recent seasons has been about $25 general / $35 VIP.
2026 Dates: Typically Fridays and Saturdays from late September through early November
https://crawford.school/crawford-school-of-terror
125 North 7th St., Connellsville, PA
40.016992, -79.598926
Demon House
Plunge into the haunted legacy of Monongahela’s Demon House, where the McCue Family Estate’s paranormal activity has chilled visitors since the 1800s! The 2026 season unveils a new theme, building on past terrors like Massacre on the Hill and Doomsday Arrival. Brave the eerie grounds, then unwind with campfires, music, food, and an outdoor movie theater for a frightful festival vibe. No Lights Out tours since 2016, but the standard experience is intense enough to leave you trembling. Located in Monongahela, Demon House blends documented hauntings with immersive scares, making it a Pittsburgh-area must. The 2026 season promises fresh horrors to test your courage. Check the website for the full legend and prepare to embrace your fear in this truly haunted estate!
2026 Dates: Opens Friday, September 5, 2026. Fridays & Saturdays 7:00 pm–midnight; Sundays 7:00–10:00 pm. Box office opens at 7:00 pm. Season typically continues into early November.
https://www.demonhouse.com/
417 Coyle Curtain Road, Monongahela, PA 15063
40.1641889, -79.9222943
Duda’s Farm: Hayride and Corn Maze
The haunted farm was last open in 2023. No mention of it for 2026…
Venture to Brownsville’s Duda’s Farm for family fun with Pumpk’n Pick’n Hayrides (weekends, 11:00 am–5:30 pm), featuring a cornstalk maze, shotgun slides, and bonfires. Perfect for all ages, this haunt blends intense nighttime thrills with wholesome fall activities. Located just south of Pittsburgh, Duda’s offers a perfect mix of screams and seasonal charm. Bring your friends, face the maze’s twists, and make unforgettable Halloween memories at this rising star of fright!
https://www.dudasfarm.com/hayrides.php
https://www.facebook.com/people/Dudas-farm-haunted-corn-maze/100084318851685/
157 Creek Road, Brownsville, PA 15417
39.978236, -79.884577
Eerie Acres Farm
Butler County’s Eerie Acres Farm, in its 10th season since reopening, delivers a triple threat of terror with a haunted barn, corn maze, and walk-through haunted house! The 2025 season introduces new scares to keep your heart pounding. The Midway buzzes with food trucks, a Beer Garden, bonfires, and festive vibes, making it more than just a haunt. Whether you’re screaming through the barn or sipping a brew by the fire, Eerie Acres offers a full Halloween experience. Located in Butler, this haunt is perfect for thrill-seekers and party-goers alike. Check social media for 2026 updates and get ready for a night of chills and thrills that’ll leave you haunted long after you leave!
2026 Dates: 10th anniversary season opens Friday, October 2. Fridays & Saturdays 7:00–10:00 pm through October. Midway and ticket booth at 7:00 pm; haunt at dusk. No-Scare Sunday October 11, 12:00–5:00 pm. Sunday night October 18. Rain or shine.
Cost: General Admission $25; Fast Pass $45; VIP group package available. Tickets listed as on sale soon as of late August.
http://www.eerieacresfarm.com
388 Eagle Mill Road, Butler, PA 16001
40.863228, -79.980558
Freddy’s Haunts
Aliquippa’s Freddy’s Haunts, in its 33rd year, weaves terror with the tragic 1860s legend of Fred McCune! This 1/2-mile haunted trail delivers chills with new 2026 scares, an enclosed waiting area, and spooky games for all ages. Enjoy vendors, bonfires, a DJ, and new activities, with concession proceeds aiding a local food bank. The 2026 season amps up the frights, ensuring a scream-filled night. Located in Aliquippa, this haunt combines community spirit with intense horror, making it a Pittsburgh-area staple. Whether you’re braving the trail or playing spooky games, Freddy’s Haunts promises a Halloween experience that’s both thrilling and meaningful. Dare to explore the legend and face the fear!
2026 Dates: Typically, Fridays through Sundays from mid-September through late October, plus select weekdays
https://www.freddyshaunts.net/
192 McCune Road, Aliquippa PA 15001
40.564433, -80.321724
Fright Farm – INFESTED
Smithfield’s Fright Farm is one of the region’s largest scream parks: multiple walk-throughs plus the Fest-Evil Midway with concessions, bonfires, and add-on experiences. Recent seasons have used rotating themes (Infested, then Entombed). Typical lineup has included attractions such as the Hayride of No Return, Frightmare Mansion, Slaughter Grounds / Hallow Grounds, Hotel Hawthorne, and others. Thursdays and Sundays are usually cheaper and less crowded. Family Night specials on Sundays are often in-person only. The Fest-Evil Midway rocks with live bands, rides, a gift shop, and pizza, creating a carnival of fear. Thursdays and Sundays offer discounts and shorter lines. Located in Smithfield, Fright Farm blends intense scares with festive fun, making it a Pittsburgh legend. The 2026 season will introduce fresh horrors to keep you screaming. Check the band schedule and dive into the ultimate Halloween experience!
2026 Dates: Opening Night Friday, September 11. Thursdays (and Wednesday, October 29) 6:00–9:45 pm; Fridays & Saturdays 6:00–11:30 pm. Tickets listed as on sale soon as of early September.
Cost: September Friday/Saturday special $35; Thursday $25; Sunday $30; peak Friday/Saturday $40. Xpress and VIP tent packages cost more.
http://www.frightfarm.com
2043 Springhill Furnace Road, Smithfield, PA 15478
39.759086, -79.792118
Gateway Clipper: Halloween Fun Cruise & Haunted Three Rivers Cruise
Sail into Halloween with Gateway Clipper’s two thrilling cruises! The Halloween Fun Cruise is a kid’s paradise, featuring costume contests, character meet-and-greets, treat bags, and extras like face painting (additional cost). This will take place on the afternoon of Saturday, October 24. The Haunted Three Rivers Cruise spins “true” haunted tales and regional landmarks for a chilling river adventure. Both cruises promise 2026 enhancements for even more spooky fun. Perfect for families or ghost story enthusiasts, these Pittsburgh cruises offer a unique Halloween experience on the water. Located at Station Square, the Gateway Clipper delivers frights and delights for all ages. Book now and set sail for a hauntingly good time!
2026 Dates and times (Haunted Three Rivers Cruise): Fridays & Saturdays, September 25 through October 30. Boards 6:00 pm / sails 6:30–7:30 pm; and boards 7:40 pm / sails 8:00–9:00 pm.
https://www.gatewayclipper.com/holiday-cruises/haunted-pittsburgh-cruise/
https://www.gatewayclipper.com/holiday-cruises/halloween-fun/
350 West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
40.4332991, -80.004261
HallowBOO – Idlewild Park
Idlewild & SoakZone’s family Halloween event is the gentler counterpart to Kennywood’s Phantom Fall Fest. Expect the Trick-or-Treat Trail through Story Book Forest (typically kids 12 and under), rethemed rides, mazes, and fall foliage in the Laurel Highlands. Season-pass holders often get included admission.
2026 Dates and times: Saturdays and Sundays, September 12 through October 31; the park has also called this its longest HALLOWBOO! season, 15 days). Typical park hours for the event have been late morning through early evening.
What’s new in 2026: The Legend of Lady Loyalhanna (new ride-through story). Fisherman Frank’s Crooked Cabin (topsy-turvy cabin experience). Returning favorites include Spookley the Square Pumpkin, Castle Creatures Monster Party, Story Book Forest trick-or-treat, Laser Swamp, and Grigsby’s Trunk of Giggles.
https://www.idlewild.com/discover-the-park/special-events/hallowboo/
Idlewild & Soak Zone, Ligonier, PA 15658
40.2502031, -79.25778854
Haunted Guyasuta
One-day Halloween event at Camp Guyasuta in Sharpsburg / O’Hara Township. Afternoon is No-Scare for families; evening is the Scare trail. Also typically includes a hayride, climbing, bonfire, trading post / food, and a zip line for an extra fee (ages 11+). Everyone needs a wristband. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pets are not permitted. Rain or shine; no refunds. Consent form required for every participant.
2026 Dates and times: Saturday, October 17, 3:00–9:00 pm.
No-Scare trail: 3:00–6:00 pm
Scare trail: 6:00–9:00 pm
Cost: $20 per person before October 1; $25 October 1–17; $30 at the gate. Advance tickets online.
https://campguyasuta.org/haunted-guyasuta
Camp Guyasuta, 300 23rd Street, Sharpsburg, PA 15215
Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park
Uniontown scream park with three attractions plus a midway (concessions, photo ops, live entertainment, Haunt Shoppe). Recent attraction names have included The House (Abandoned / asylum-hostel story), Twisted Nightmare (clown / 3D funhouse), and The Trail (outdoor woods path; may close in bad weather). Each year the park advertises new scenes, animatronics, and characters. Ticket booth typically opens at 7:00 pm; closes 11:00 pm Friday/Saturday and 10:00 pm Sunday.
The Midway offers concessions, photo ops, music, a bonfire, and a gift shop. Special events include the Lights Out Event on November 8 (7:00-10:00 PM), Happy Horror Days, Valentine’s Fearfest, and St. Patrick’s Day Massacre. Check the website or Facebook for specific times and weather updates.
2026 Dates and times: Opening Night Friday, September 11. Typical hours: Fridays & Saturdays 7:00–11:00 pm; Sundays 7:00–10:00 pm, running into November (special-event nights listed around November 13–14). Tickets start around $30; combo and RIP options cost more.
https://hauntedhillsestate.com/
236 Rolling Hills Estate Road, Uniontown, PA 15401
39.93249, -79.69889
Haunted Hills Hayride & The Valley of Darkness
North Versailles staple entering its 27th season. Two attractions: a haunted hayride and the Valley of Darkness walking trail, each with many outdoor stations in the woods. Private campfires are part of the night. Typical recent pricing has been in the $15–$25 range depending on night and whether you buy one attraction or both. Located just half a mile from Routes 30 and 48, this haunt delivers intense scares and Halloween spirit. Whether you’re dodging creatures or warming by the fire, Haunted Hills is a Pittsburgh-area must for a scream-filled night!
2026 Dates and times: Opens Friday, September 11 (27th season), per the attraction’s July Facebook announcement. Typical hours: Friday & Saturday 7:00–11:00 pm; Sunday 7:00–10:00 pm (weeknights shorter when used). Confirm the full October calendar on hauntedhillshayride.com.
http://www.hauntedhillshayride.com/
500 Mosside Blvd., North Versailles, PA 15137
40.3764775, -79.7768871
Haunted Hollow
Rockwood’s Haunted Hollow is a long-running Somerset County scream park about an hour from Pittsburgh, just off the Turnpike. One ticket covers multiple attractions on the same grounds: Bruner Boarding House (an actual circa-1800s farmhouse), Milford Asylum, Toxic Wasteland / The Bogs, Dead-End Cornfield, and the HollowWood / hayride experience. A 15-minute Haunted Hollow Escape room is a separate add-on. The midway has concessions, bonfires, music, and photo ops. The haunt uses strobes and fog and is not recommended for children under 6 or guests with certain medical conditions. Fast Pass is sold on the official site. Enjoy live bands, DJs, food, and bonfires for a festive scare-fest. The 2026 season is sure to build on its legacy under producers Dan Hower and Alyssa Schipani. Located in Rockwood, this haunt blends intense horror with a party vibe, making it a must-visit for fright fans. Face the Hollow’s horrors and scream your way through!
2026 Dates: Typically Fridays and Saturdays from late September through late October. VisitPA lists a 2026 season of 12 nights in October. The official homepage has not posted a night-by-night 2026 calendar as of September 2.
What’s new in 2026: 30th season. Social posts frame the year as “New Year, New Fear.” Attraction names on the official site now highlight Toxic Wasteland: The Bogs and Dead-End Cornfield alongside the boarding house and asylum. Confirm opening night and prices at hauntedhollow.net before you drive out.
http://www.hauntedhollow.net/
126 Woodland Road, Rockwood, PA 15557
39.9604651, -79.1806773
The Haunted Mine
The Haunted Mine at Tour-Ed Mine in Tarentum is Pittsburgh’s most unusual haunt: part of the path is underground in a real historic coal mine. The story follows Louis W. Hicks, a Gilded Age mine owner obsessed with the occult. The route typically includes the caretaker’s cabin, haunted mansion, chamber of dark experiments, graveyard, and an authentic train-car ride through the mine. Not intended for very young children. Tickets are sold at the gate; cash and cards accepted. Free parking. No alcohol.
2026 Dates and times: Screams start Friday, September 25.
Fridays & Saturdays, 7:00–11:00 pm: Sept. 25; Oct. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31
Sundays, 6:00–9:00 pm: Oct. 11, 18, 25
Cost: $25 general Friday/Saturday; $20 general Sunday; Fast Pass $40 any listed night.
What’s new in 2026: Full 2026 calendar and pricing are posted on the official Tour-Ed page. Same underground mine-and-mansion format.
https://tour-edmine.com/haunted-houses-pitsburgh/
748 Bull Creek Road
Tarentum, PA 15084
40.6177764, -79.7608784
Hobgoblin Hikes
Westmoreland County Parks’ Hobgoblin Hikes are a free, family alternative to conventional trick-or-treating. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Each hike is a half-mile guided walk through park woods, past mazes, cemetery scenes, and more than 100 ghouls and monsters at scare stations. No candy is handed out; costumes are welcome. Parents are encouraged to attend with children. Held rain or shine. The hikes rotate among county parks; 2026 is Cedar Creek and Twin Lakes only. (The 2025 hikes were cancelled during the state budget impasse.) This community-driven haunt blends thrills with Halloween spirit. Whether you’re dodging ghouls or exploring the maze, Hobgoblin Hikes is a must for a fun-filled night under the stars!
2026 Dates and times:
Cedar Creek Park — Saturday, October 17, 7:00–9:00 pm
Twin Lakes Park — Saturday, October 24, 7:00–9:00 pm
Events are subject to change.
What’s new in 2026: Confirmed return after the 2025 cancellation. Official county page lists both dates and parks. Volunteers 15+ are still needed to staff scare stations.
https://www.co.westmoreland.pa.us/756/Hobgoblin-Hikes
Blacksmith Road, Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666
40.2158536, -79.4509736
Hundred Acres Manor
One ticket covers five themed sections spanning nearly a mile, plus access to the Carver Brothers Midway and the Scream Bar by Cinderlands (21+). The Insanity Maze is an add-on. National outlets have listed it among America’s scariest haunted houses. Open rain or shine. Not recommended under 13, though younger guests are not denied admission.
2026 Dates and times: Opening Day Friday, September 11. Typical hours: Monday–Thursday 7:00–10:00 pm; Friday & Saturday 7:00–11:30 pm; Sunday 7:00–10:00 pm. In early September the manor doors may open later than 7:00 pm (at dusk). You must be in line before posted closing.
Kids Days (scare-free daytime walk-through): September 20, October 4, and October 18, 11:00 am–3:00 pm.
Cost: General admission starts at $30.
What’s new in 2026: New sets and scares across the five themes (including London streets, a New Orleans bayou, and a vintage Halloween scare house). Brand-new maze layout — “The Blockbuster is Back.” First 100 guests each night receive a free shirt voucher. Scream Bar is open nightly with no haunt ticket required (valid ID, 21+).
http://www.hundredacresmanor.com/
1 Hundred Acre Drive, Bethel Park, PA 15102
40.33405185, -80.00964874
Kennywood Phantom Fall Fest
Kennywood turns into a park-wide Halloween event with more than 30 rides, seven haunts, and four scare zones. Daytime is family-friendly; night brings the heavier scares. Friday and Thursday nights are typically fright-focused; Saturdays and Sundays run day-into-night.
2026 Dates and times: Select dates from Saturday, September 12 through November 1. Fridays 6:00–11:00 pm; Saturdays noon–11:00 pm; Sundays noon–10:00 pm. Dated tickets; Rainy Day Guarantee applies.
What’s new in 2026: Trick-or-Treating in Ghostwood Estate on Saturdays and Sundays starting September 19 (lights-on, all-ages). Nighttime Ghostwood Estate Open House haunt. New Fall Fest tasting menu around the Lagoon, including seasonal savory items and beers. Returning haunts include favorites such as Detached.
https://www.kennywood.com/discover-the-park/events-shows/phantom-fall-fest/
4800 Kennywood Blvd., West Mifflin, PA 15122
40.390315, -79.865458
Jack O’Lantern Extravaganza at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
The Zoo’s family-friendly nighttime walk returns with thousands of artistically hand-carved pumpkins lighting The Islands and Jungle Odyssey. Designs include Zoo animals, famous Pittsburghers, cryptids, pop-culture characters, and a Living Wall finale with sound, light, and effects. Pumpkins and decorations are provided by Soergel Orchards. Expect kids’ activities, gently spooky seasonal displays, and fall food. The trail is best after sundown; main gates open 30–45 minutes earlier. Rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable. Children under 24 months are free. Costumes should be family-friendly; no full face coverings for teens/adults. Sensory bags are available at the gates. Wheelchair/scooter rentals: call 412-365-6020 in advance. Daytime ZooBoo trick-or-treating returns the last two weekends of October.
2026 Dates and times: October 2 through November 1 (Visit Pittsburgh and Zoo listings). Trail showtime at sundown each operating night. Confirm nightly hours and ticket types on the Zoo site before you go.
What’s new in 2026: Presented by Peoples. All-new pumpkin designs. More than 3,500 lanterns advertised. ZooBoo daytime trick-or-treat confirmed for the last two October weekends.
https://www.pittsburghzoo.org/event/jack-olantern-extravaganza/
One Wild Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
40.4830323, -79.9197598
Lonesome Valley Farms: Valley of Terror
Lonesome Valley Farms sits next to the Westmoreland Fairgrounds in Greensburg. The haunt side is two outdoor attractions sold as a combo: typically a haunted hayride across the Slotter Farmstead plus a haunted maze/trail. A separate Get Lost Corn Maze is non-haunted. Concessions are on site; no carry-in food or drink. Children 12 and under must be with an adult. Cash only at the booth. Activities can change with weather or field conditions.
Dates: Opening night: September 25. Fridays – Sundays in October, except for October 4. 9:00 pm. Open when Dark until 10:00pm (9:00 Sundays). Corn maze 7:00–10:00 pm Fri/Sat; last ticket one hour before close.
Cost: Combo haunt ticket $30. Non-haunted maze $10.
http://www.lonesomevalleyfarms.com/
Blue Ribbon Lane, Greensburg, PA 15601
40.232016, -79.4912378
Monongahela Candlelight Ghost Walk Tours
These tours took place in 2022, hopefully they will have them again in 2026. Check back for updates. In the meantime, here is information from 2021:
The ghost walk is back for its 23rd season in 2021, after a break due to COVID last year. Come hear haunted stories of the Mon Valley and enjoy additional events! Costumed guides and storytellers lead participants on a candlelight walk through the streets of Monongahela, discussing supposedly true paranormal accounts of the local area. Four sites were visited in years past. You can also sign up for a VIP tour on Saturdays, which includes a full tour of one of the haunted houses, led by the owner. Previously it took place at the old Blythe house at the famed 808 Main Street address, or at Chess Park; call for details for this year. The walk concludes with refreshments and a chance to discuss the tour. In years past they have hosted a Masquerade Ball, a History and Myths program, and a Spell-a-Bration, a must for magic fans! Call to inquire about these events. All proceeds benefit the Historical Society’s Keep the Museum Open campaign. Tours are not recommended for children under 12.
http://monongahelahistoricalsociety.com/
https://www.facebook.com/MonongahelaHistoricalSociety
711 West Main St. Monongahela, PA 15063
40.2047513, -79.9313377
Northern Nightmares
This was back for 2024, no news as of yet for 2026. Here is the info from 2024:
Northern Nightmares is a family appropriate, 45-minute bus tour of the local area, the Nightmare Tour, with guides providing “real” ghost stories and historic accounts of the local area as you tour Zelienople and Harmony by bus. The narrated tour follows a 4-5 mile loop, with some surprises along the way…
In the past, NN was a collection of related events, a unique group of Halloween activities in and around Zelienople and Harmony, PA. It was based out of The Strand Theater in the heart of Zelienople, and in the past has included chiller and horror movies at the theater. In previous years there were also spooky and Halloween-themed shows and movies at the fabulous Strand Theater all October long.
This event had been around on and off since 2004, but took a break for a while. It returned annually in 2015 – 2018, and again in 2021. It is being held in partnership with Zelienople’s “Moonlight Magic” event.
2024 Dates: Bonus night on Thursday, October 17. Then Friday / Saturday 10/18-19 and 10/25-26. Tours are scheduled to leave at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30. Reservations required!
http://www.northernnightmares.com
119 North Main Street, Zelienople, PA
40.796381, -80.137346
Old Economy After Dark – Ghost Hunt
Not yet updated for 2026…This was held most recently in 2023, but looks to have been discontinued. Here is the listing from 2023:
Historic places like Old Economy are magnets for ghost stories and urban legends – see if these claims are true! Old Economy is partnering with Beaver County Paranormal for this special event, two nights only. First, there will be a presentation about ghost hunting in general, then the group will explore the historic grounds under cover of darkness to discover what may be lurking about. Please note that this in not a “haunted attraction” with costumed actors.
There was an After Dark “Night of the Living Dead” event here that looked really cool, but it was held in July….
https://www.oldeconomyvillage.org/
270 Sixteenth Street, Ambridge, PA 15003
Portals of Fear at the Haunted School
Portals of Fear is a 10,000-plus-square-foot indoor haunt in West Mifflin built around an original storyline: demonic portals opened by Rulos, and guests treated as expendable “investigators.” After years as a charity haunt, it went professional and immediately drew strong reviews — The Scare Factor scored the 2025 visit 9.1 and named it among Pennsylvania’s scariest. Recommended 13 and up; no one under 8. Maximum group size is 6. Free offsite parking with shuttle.
2026 Dates and times:
September: Friday 25 and Saturday 26, 7:00–11:00 pm
October: Fri/Sat 7:00–11:00 pm on Oct. 2–3, 9–10, 16–17, 23–24, 30–31; Sundays 7:00–10:00 pm on Oct. 11, 18, and 25
Cost: $30 general admission. The Raven Room is a limited VIP add-on with private lounge, escape room, skip-the-line access, refreshments, and dedicated host.
What’s new in 2026: Raven Room VIP experience. Story and portal rooms continue to expand after the 2025 professional debut.
https://portalsoffear.com/
25 Majka Street, West Mifflin, PA 15122 (Offsite parking: 805 Glencairn St., West Mifflin, PA 15122)
40.392131, -79.881460
ScareHouse Halloween Hangout
ScareHouse (in a new format) is back for 2026!
ScareHouse, the nationally ranked Pittsburgh haunt on hiatus since 2024, returns in a new format rather than a traditional walk-through house. Halloween Hangout takes over The Plaza at North Shore for the entire month of October. Expect a mix of free and ticketed events: movie screenings (The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Hocus Pocus, Halloween), kids trick-or-treat and a charity pumpkin patch, Haunt Nights for older audiences, themed food and drink, and Terror Tailgate parties around Steelers home games. The plaza and ScareHouse announced a multi-year partnership.
2026 Dates and times: October 1 through October 31 at The Plaza at North Shore. Event-by-event hours and ticket prices will be posted on plaza and ScareHouse channels.
What’s new in 2026: First ScareHouse-branded season since the hiatus. This is a festival/hangout, not a rebuilt haunted house.
https://www.scarehouse.com/
The Plaza at North Shore, Pittsburgh PA
Scary Harry’s Haunted Trail
Indiana County’s only dedicated horror attraction, about 1.5 hours east of Pittsburgh in Homer City. Scary Harry’s is a multi-level walk-through: five indoor houses tied together by a wooded trail. Reviewers call it detailed and very scary; wait times can stretch on busy nights. No one under 18 without a parent/guardian. Free parking. Covered wait area. No touching. Hillbilly Homestead was advertised as a newer addition in recent seasons.
2026 Dates: Opening Night: Saturday, September 26, then Fridays-Sundays in October (except for Oct. 4). 7:00 – 11:00pm (10:00pm Sundays)
http://www.scaryharrys.com/
1703 Pierce Road, Homer City, PA 15748
40.5377813, -79.2262068
The Shadows Haunted Attraction
All-outdoor wooded trail haunt on the Tour-Ed Mine property in Tarentum — the same grounds as The Haunted Mine, on land used for filming My Bloody Valentine 3D. Low-tech, old-school scares and original characters; no touching. Suitable for about 13 and up. Concessions and portable restrooms. Open rain or shine when the trail is passable; they have cancelled for trail conditions. Typical hours Friday & Saturday 7:00–11:00 pm. Follow Facebook; there is no standalone website.
2026 Dates: Typically weekends in October and Halloween; check Facebook for confirmation, evenings around 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM).
https://www.facebook.com/TheShadowsHaunt/
748 Bull Creek Road, Tarentum, PA 15084
Tri County ATV Fall Festival / Haunted Rides: Horrifically Ever After
Tri-County ATV Haunted Rides, sponsored by Tri-County ATV Recreation & Rescue Association in Cambria County, PA (specifically Heilwood/Northern Cambria), is a thrilling, family-friendly haunted trail experience designed for ATV enthusiasts. Participants enjoy a guided ATV ride through haunted woods filled with sci-fi scares, thrills, and moderately scary elements, departing from the parking lot at 632 Tower Hill Road, Heilwood, PA 15745. The event combines daytime ATV adventures with an evening haunted ride, suitable for all ages with fun and frights. Amenities include on-site parking and a fall festival atmosphere during the last two Saturdays in October. Ticket prices: $25. Open to public during events, though club membership is required for regular trails.
2026 Dates: Two festival weekends : October 23-25 & October 30-November 1
https://www.tricountyatv.com/events
632 Tower Hill Road, Northern Cambria, PA 15714
40.6261207, -78.8959315
Trundle Manor
Trundle Manor is not a seasonal haunted attraction, but more like a bizarre private collection. An “art house / tourist trap” that is open year-round.
Is your group looking for something a bit different this season? Trundle Manor may be right for you… This is a private, artist’s residence that features a strange and wonderful collection of “unusual items such as taxidermy, jarred specimens, medical implements, and bizarre weaponry that has been made available to tour by the general public” – according to the website!
Trundle Manor is located on a residential street in Swissvale, not far from Edgewood Town Center.
https://trundlemanor.com/
7724 Juniata Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
40.422779, -79.880624
West Alexander Scare Fair
Join the West Alexander Fairgrounds haunt for its 14th year. The event pairs walk-through scares with two escape rooms, Alien Escape and Escape the Mine. Not recommended for children under 8.
2026 Dates and times: Fridays & Saturdays in October: October 2–3, 9–10, 16–17, 23–24, 30–31. Doors typically 7:00–11:00 pm; ticket sales often end at 10:00 pm. Confirm prices on the official site before you go. Recent published rates: adults $18; 18 and under $12; repeat trip $5; escape room $5.
What’s new in 2026: The official site promises new 2026 scares for year 14. Escape rooms remain part of the night.
http://www.wascarefair.com/index.html
116 Route 40, West Alexander, PA 15376
40.1089834, -80.5100829
Zombies of the Corn
At Three Rivers Paintball in Freedom, about 30 minutes northwest of Pittsburgh. The main draw is the Zombie Shoot Ride: groups of up to 24 board a specialized vehicle every 20 minutes and fire 150 paintballs at live-action zombies. Full admission also includes Walk-thru the Zombie Compound, FunHouse 3D, Z-MAZE, ghost stories, campfires, and face painting. Midway-only tickets cover stories, movies, campfire, food, and entertainment but not the shoot or mazes. Rain or shine. Online tickets are recommended; some nights sell out. Children under 3 free. Suggested $5 parking donation to Boy Scout Troop 444. Pricing typically $34.99–$59.99 depending on night.
2026 Dates: Opening night Friday, September 25. Then Fridays and Saturdays through October, and select Sunday nights (10/11, 18, 25).
http://zombiesofthecorn.com/
282 Rochester Road, Freedom, PA 15042
40.702751, -80.169481
CLOSED FOR 2026 (Haunted House Graveyard)
The following haunted houses had a good run, but are no longer around. At some point they gave up the ghost. They are being included for the sake of nostalgia, but also to confirm that they are indeed closed.
The Glow (Hartwood Acres)
CLOSED… The Glow is once again not going to be open in Pittsburgh this year. It was here for one year only in 2018. Every year they would move to four new cities; the 2021 lineup included Washington DC, Philly, Chicago & Nashville. But now the website is down, so maybe the Glow has faded…
The Glow, a Jack O’Lantern Experience (now known as Jack’s Pumpkin Glow) set up shop in 2018 in Hartwood Acres Park in Hampton Township, site of the former Christmas Light display several years ago. The glow was an all-ages, non scary walking trail, lit by over 5,000 hand carved pumpkins! The trail was 1/3 mile long, and is stroller friendly. In fact, kids under 2 years of age were free.
The Glow also featured fall food and drink, with live pumpkin carving demonstrations. It aimed to be a way for the whole family to enjoy the Halloween season in the cool, night air of October. Rain or shine…
No 2022 Dates… Sorry.
https://theglowjackolantern.com/
200 Hartwood Acres, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
40.5694, -79.9089
Haunted Double Decker Bus Tours
CLOSED… No information yet for 2023… but the website still has dates from 2019, so…
Come listen as THE STORY TELLER weaves some tales of the macabre and wraps you up in a world of scary ghost stories, interwoven with unbelievable mysteries that remain unsolved to this day. Board The Pittsburgh Tour Company’s Double Decker Bus as it navigates through the darken streets of the city showing you real places and telling you real stories about the darker tales who are no longer with us… or are they? Join us and decide for yourselves……If you DARE!
Dates for 2022: TBD. This was cancelled in 2020 and 2021, but hopefully it will return. Typically, each tour would last one hour. Reservations are recommended if and when they open.
http://www.pghtours.com/haunted-tours
445 27th Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
40.4278874, -79.9659201
Bushy Run – Haunted History Hayride & Battlefield / The Haunting of Duncan Cambell
No mention of this event for 2025 on the website – see below. The last year it was open was in 2023.
For many years Bushy Run hosted the Haunted History Hayride and added the Haunted Battlefield in 2022. Many times actual history is the scariest of all. Patrons could learn about frontier history and be frightened by ghosts and goblins, and by 18th century re-enactors along the hayride / walk. The event included a story teller, admission to the museum & gift shop, and concessions and ghost stories in the Stone Room.
In 2023, the event was cancelled due to increased state regulations for hayrides. Instead, they featured “The Haunting of Duncan Cambell”, a play of scary stories revolving around 18th century historical figures. No word yet on if this is being held again this year.
2024 Dates: Unknown
http://bushyrunbattlefield.com/haunted-history-hayride
1253 Bushy Run Road, Jeannette, PA 15644
40.353488, -79.623559
Haunted Expedition
CLOSED… 2016 was the last year for this attraction. A new north hills attraction was to replace it, but never got underway. The description below is from 2016:
Haunted Expedition is the Pittsburgh area’s newest and most realistic haunted attraction experience. After a successful debut season last year, Haunted Expedition is back again for 2016, better than ever. Located at Shenot Farm in Wexford, PA, this attraction takes you on an experience like no other. Board the hayride, and discover a town trapped back in time and tormented by demons!
Haunted Expedition includes two hayrides, three interactive shows, haunted trails through an orchard, and a haunted trail through a corn field, all for one price! Featuring top of the line special effects including fog machines, snow machines, and scent machines, Haunted Expedition is sure to be the most original haunted attraction you’ve ever been to! Are you ready?
http://www.hauntedexpedition.com/
3754 Wexford Run Road, Wexford, PA 15090
40.626413, -80.079126
The Haunted Hayloft: Vengeance
CLOSED… The Haunted Hayloft was last open in 2017. It was a fixture in Somerset for many years. Here was the description from that time:
In the past it billed itself as a frightening step back in time, all about History, Horror, Hauntings and Howlings. The Hayloft was used throughout the year for other activities, but in October it came alive as a Halloween attraction, and has been a Somerset tradition for many years. The Haunted Hayloft features 4 haunts, including Historic Haunt, Horrors of Hell (taking the place of Forest of Fright) and the Corn Maze of Carnage. This year there is also zombie Paintball as well as an Escape Room Escapade. Frights, fire, food & fun awaits… It was located just a few miles from Huston’s Haunted Hollow and Teen Quest Corn Maze – you could hit several haunted houses in Pittsburgh with one trip to Somerset County!
http://hauntedhayloft.com/
3487 Copper Kettle Highway, Rockwood, PA 15557
39.9584656, -79.2037027
Happy Hauntings at Kennywood Park
EVENT NAME CHANGE… This has been replaced by Phantom Fall Fest, which combines Happy Hauntings & Phantom Fright Nights. See this listing above. The last year for Happy Hauntings was 2020.
For kids that are too young for Phantom Fright Nights, Kennywood is hosting Happy Hauntings during weekend October afternoons. Designed for children under 10, there will be tick or treating, costumes, hayrides and more. Plus, Kiddieland, Thomas Town and other “calmer” rides will be open (no coasters). Be sure to try out the Mystery Maze and catch the Magic Show! If this is not enough, sign up for Pancakes with Parker from 11:00am to Noon on selected days.
Haunted Cabin – Oakdale Boy Scout Troop 248
CLOSED… This was apparently open in 2021 for a few days… Before that, this was last known to be open in 2017. Stay tuned for more info if it becomes available. Here is the old listing from 2017:
After a break of a couple of years, in 2015 the historic Killbuck Lodge was restored and upgraded. The Oakdale Boy Scout Haunted Cabin was back in 2016! The attraction covers almost an acre of haunted ground, filled with all kinds of critters, beasts and creatures that are waiting for you. Make your way through the maze across the covered bridge and choose your destiny: will you wind up in the Torture Chamber or the Spinning Vortex of Doom? Check out the Cabin itself to see What’s Cooking, and be careful of The Cabin Witch along the way. Group discounts and refreshments are available. ($5 per person or $3 for special groups.) Proceeds benefit Oakdale’s Boy Scout Troop 248.
248 Clinton Avenue, Oakdale, PA 15071
40.4007726, -80.1877806
The Haunted School – Castle Shannon VFD
CLOSED… This has been closed for decades, and the building has been gone for years… but definitely worth a shout out. It was last open in 2001.
The Haunted School on Route 88 in Castle Shannon was a fixture in the 1980s and 90s, back before the explosion of haunted attractions and their widespread popularity. It was operated by the Castle Shannon Volunteer Fire Department, who purchased the old Hamilton School Building. The school was dedicated in 1904 and in operation until 1969. The three-story school provided a perfect creepy setting for classic haunted house scares and surprises, with something new in each classroom. It featured an old school bus that served as the entrance portal to the school, which added to the whole experience. Here is a link to an article about the attraction in its final year: https://archive.triblive.com/news/haunted-school-to-end-long-run/
Haunted Hillside
CLOSED… Haunted Hillside was last open in 2018, with a planned re-opening in 2020. That didn’t happen due to COVID and nothing has been updated for 2022. Here is the description from 2018:
Haunted Hillside is a haunted attraction where an original story continues to evolve from year to year. This includes custom characters and sets that you won’t find at other attractions. Meet the Farmer family, the gang of kilbillies that love having people for dinner. An occult has also moved into Haunted Hillside, causing mystical mayhem and keeping the killbillies on their toes. Not to mention the scarecrows and sack boys that continue to terrorize folks that they come across. In 2018, there is a new character to watch out for: Allister Heck. Get a feel for what it is like to be in a horror movie! Visit their website to get the current version of the story.
Haunted Hillside is an all-outdoor attraction through wooded areas and corn fields and we are open rain or shine. The terrain is all natural, so please dress appropriately (there could be mud). Ticket prices are only $20 for general admission. Price of admission includes 5 attractions: Helltown, Sackboy Woods, The Salvage Yard, Forest of the Forgotten, and Scarecrow Alley. All of these are connected, for a total length of about a mile.
Haunted School of Terror
CLOSED… This Weirton haunted house was last open in 2017. They had hoped to return in 2019… Striplight Theatre was planning to buy the school property and recreate the haunted school, but there was no further info about that. So, it looks like this one gave up the ghost… Here is the description from 2016:
Dead tired of the same old routine? Same old haunted houses killing you? Head west across the state line to the Haunted School Of Terror every weekend in October. Come check out our eternal agenda… Take an elevator ride to the third floor and let class begin! You may be deathly surprised who you see from school: an old mate, perhaps a best friend? Boyfriend / Girlfriend? Teacher? Come and find out… Built in 1939, this school has taught a lot of souls: see if you can earn your diploma! Billed as one of the Ohio Valley’s Largest Indoor Climate Controlled Mazes, the Haunted School of Terror is located in Weirton, WV, only a 30 minute drive from Robinson Township, one hour from Pittsburgh. New for 2016 is The Barn, based on the legends of The Boogeyman, Hallowed Jack and The Candycorn Scarecrow.
http://www.hauntedschoolofterror.com
2850 Weir Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062
40.411641, -80.584254
Haunted Studio
CLOSED… After 3 years, this one seems to have no sign of life. The 2016 listing is below:
Terror awaits you at the Haunted Studio in the heart of Vandergrift PA! The Haunted Studio will leave you crying and begging to leave!
$3 Entry fee or $10 for a 2 night unlimited entry pass. The $10 two day pass can be purchased at the door. ALL CHILDREN UNDER 12 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT OR PERSON 16 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER!
119 Grant Avenue Vandergrift, PA
40.6037214, -79.5638348
Hellatorium at Switchback Raceway
CLOSED… This one never got off the ground.
A new haunted house had been planned for the Switchback Raceway in Butler back in 2014, but things did not come together as planned. It was planned to be the largest in Pennsylvania, situated inside a 45,000 sf building, the size of a football field. The website is down, and this one never seemed to get off of the ground.
http://www.hellatoriumhaunt.com/
2469 William Flynn Highway, Butler, PA 16009
40.967973, -79.9697007
Kennywood Phantom Fright Nights
EVENT NAME CHANGE… This has been replaced by the all-new Phantom Fall Fest, which combines Happy Hauntings & Phantom Fright Nights. See this listing above. Here is the old listing from Fright Nights back in 2019, just for old times’ sake…
Screams of terror and joy will float through the night at Kennywood once again this fall as Phantom Fright Nights, recognized by USA TODAY and Amusement Today as one of the best Halloween theme park events, returns beginning Friday, September 27.
Phantom Fright Nights will welcome a new haunt, new 4D Movie and the Best New Roller Coaster of 2019, The Steel Curtain, to its masterful mix of thrilling rides and chilling haunted attractions. New this fall, guests will visit Shady Grove Memorial Hospital, where a murderous doctor is stalking patients and staff alike. Can you help find the culprit – or more importantly, make it out alive?!
For those that do, eight other haunts and scare zones await, plus an escape room and IT: The 4D Experience®, a feature short based on the 2017 remake of the classic Stephen King novel in Kennywood’s 4D Theater. Experience IT like never before: IT: The 4D Experience is an 18-minuteshow filled with extra surprises, like eye-popping cinematography and spine-chilling special effects, to heighten the storyline. IT: The 4D Experience is included with admission to Phantom Fright Nights.
“As one of Pittsburgh’s most popular and longest-running Halloween attractions, we’re always looking to reinvent ourselves,” says Marie Ruby, Director of Ride and Phantom Fright Nights Operations. “With a new haunt, new movie and a new record-setting roller coaster, this year’s Fright Nights will deliver many new thrills…or else!”
Phantom Fright Nights tickets are now on sale at Kennywood.com. Guests can save up to $5 off standard gate price by buying tickets at local Giant Eagle stores, or qualify for 50 percent off select dates by purchasing a 2020 Season Pass. College students can also get half-off tickets on select nights by presenting their school ID.
For more information, visit www.kennywood.com/pfn or call 412-461-0500.
Mischief Manor / Victory Haunted House
CLOSED… Mischief Manor / Victory Haunted House has closed for good, as of the end of the 2015 Halloween season.
Mischief Manor in Elizabeth, PA was located in a reincarnated haunted schoolhouse, in the same building as the former Victory Haunted House that closed in 2008 after a 30-year run. It had been open from 2012 to 2015 as “Mischief Manor”. Up until its demise, it was the longest-running haunted attraction in southwestern Pennsylvania.
2805 Douglas Hollow Road, Elizabeth Township, Pa 15037
40.2566482, -79.8184684
Scream Factory
CLOSED… 2018 was the first year for this attraction, but it looks like it will not be returning. The Facebook page says “Permanently Closed” and the website is down. Here was the listing from 2018:
There is a new haunted house in town, in New Kensington to be exact! The AK Valley Research Park is sponsoring this walk-through haunted house, through Halloween night… According to the website, the Scream Factory is where your worst nightmares come to life… will you make it out with your sanity?
The setting is also noteworthy in that the creators are attempting to help out and breathe life into the community and surrounding areas, for the good of the town. Help them out by visiting their all-new attraction this October!
http://akvalleyscreamfactory.com/
600 Freeport Road, New Kensington, PA 15068
40.571438,-79.754562
Spooky Stories at the Old Stone House
CLOSED… This event has not been listed & the website is down. It was last open in 2019. As per FB, no events at the Stone House have taken place for years. The property is now owned by Slippery Rock, who have kept it closed since COVID. Here is old info from 2019:
Halloween meets History! Come to the Old Stone House for storytelling, historical reenactments and a guided tour. The Old Stone House is a nearly 200 year old restored inn near Slippery Rock that hosts special events throughout the year. All proceeds support the Old Stone House and its community programs. This year the event will feature storytelling, historical reenactments and a side show, plus numerous activities available for the kids. Admission is $8 (children 8 & under for $5). Please get your tickets in advance through their website.
In 2014 the Center for Paranormal Study and Investigation teamed up with the folks at the Old Stone House for real ghost hunting… Maybe their findings will be the subject of one of the spooky stories…
http://oldstonehousepa.org/
2865 William Flynn Highway, Slippery Rock, PA 16057
41.0107952, -80.0021507
Terror Town
CLOSED… The website had been partially updated in 2017. But it was last open in 2015, so it looks like this attraction has been ghosted… Here was the listing from 2015:
Terror Town is returning for its 5th year, located in the 30,000 sf basement of a Strip District warehouse. “Enter the abyss beneath 17th Street” at your own risk and prepare for the “final act”. There is an indoor waiting area, perfect for rainy and cold weather. Come for “Friday the 13th Night” on November 13th for one final blast! The site has been identified as having a “strong paranormal presence” by the PA Department of Paranormal Investigation. Come check out the new spine tingling twists and gruesome props for 2015!
1700 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
40.4503391, -79.9867761
Tim’s Secret Treasures Fright Fest
Not verified for 2024 … This event had taken place annually through 2019, but no information can be found for this year… Here is the description from 2019:
Antiques are not the only relics from the past at Tim’s Secret Treasures in Charleroi. It is that time of year again! Find out more about the spirits that dwell within at Fright Fest! The owners are once again bringing in paranormal teams and 4 renowned psychics, spiritual mediums and advisers, and will be available for readings for the paying customers. Beginning at 11:00 pm a live paranormal investigation will be taking place. All the proceeds from the investigation plus a portion of those from the psychics will be donated to various charitable organizations. Not for the faint of heart! Call now to reserve your spot.
https://allevents.in/charleroi/tims-secret-treasures-fright-fest-2017/80002399060809
220 McKean Avenue, Charleroi, PA
40.1360466, -79.8948143
Trail of Terror (Carnegie Park): The Beyond
Not updated for 2024, the website is dead. In 2020 they were planning to open for the 2021 season, but I don’t think that happened. Here was the description from 2019:
Pitcher Skate Park is hosting the Trail of Terror again in 2019, an annual tradition since 2012. This year they promise “an all-new experience straight from your nightmares”! Along with the haunted trail, there is a pumpkin patch and food available. Warm up around the haunted fireplace… The trail typically gets bigger and better each year. Kids are welcome, and by request can be walked through with flashlights to meet the actors, for a fun and not-so-scary experience. The website is down for now, but look them up on Facebook for more info…
http://www.pghtrailofterror.com/
Pitcher Park, Carnegie Park, Carnegie, PA
40.4034077, -80.0737474
The West Deer Nightmare
CLOSED…. It’s been a while since it has been open. The website is down.
The West Deer Nightmare was a highly intense, terrifying Haunted House that depicted the history of serial killer Noah Hobbs and the 1952 West Deer Nightmare Massacre. Years after Hobbs was shot and killed it was discovered that he had a son named… Noah.
http://www.westdeernightmare.com/
Bairdford Park, Gibsonia, PA 15044
40.630377, -79.8751836
These haunted houses in Pittsburgh range from large to small and offer something for everyone. But if you are looking for even more haunted houses to check out this season, here is a list of haunted houses in Youngstown, OH. There are several that are worth the drive…
Be safe and Happy Halloween!
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