Halloween is creeping up fast! That means carving pumpkins, scary movies, apple cider, and of course haunted houses! Whether you're a thrill-seeker looking for high-intensity scares or just want to enjoy a little eerie ambiance, we’ve gathered some of the best haunted attractions around Denver (and beyond) to get you in the spooky spirit. Read more to find the right option for you!
Creepin’ it Local: Haunted Houses in the Denver Area
Fright Fest at Elitch Gardens
📍 2000 Elitch Cir, Denver, CO 80204
🗓️ Sept 27 – Nov 2
Family fun by day and pure terror by night! Fright Fest offers trick-or-treating, kid-friendly attractions, and then transforms after sundown with haunted houses, scare zones, creepy live shows, and your favorite rides, now in the dark.
13th Floor Haunted House
📍 3400 E 52nd Ave, Denver, CO 80216
🗓️ Sept 6 – Nov 9
Consistently ranked among the top 5 scariest haunted houses in the U.S. by USA TODAY! Choose from three horrifying attractions: Legend of the 13th Floor, Twilight of the Damned, and The Blood Shed. Add-on thrills include mini escape rooms, axe throwing, secret horror bars, and a clown maze that’s not for the faint of heart.
The Horror Theater Haunted House
📍 4504 S Independence St, Denver, CO 80123
🗓️ Weekends in October
This beloved community haunt is set up in a private residence garage and yard, but don’t let that fool you. With elaborate props and animatronics, this free (donations appreciated) attraction earns a 4.9-star rating on Google. Timed-entry tickets required!
The Ritual Haunted House
📍 301 Englewood Pkwy, Englewood, CO 80110
🗓️ Sept 26 – Nov 2
Navigate a cursed swamp in total darkness—just you and your group. This is rumored to be their last season in Englewood, so catch the ritual before it vanishes… You’re sure to have a Scary good time!
Reinke Brothers Haunted Mansion
📍 5663 S Prince St, Littleton, CO 80120
🗓️ Sept 26 – Nov 2
A family Halloween tradition for over 50 years! Known for its family-friendly frights, the Reinke Brothers Haunted Mansion also offers a “lights-on” tour for younger guests or those who want a milder experience.
Haunted Field of Screams
📍 10451 McKay Rd, Thornton, CO 80233
🗓️ Sept 27 – Oct 31
Set on the edge of the haunted Riverdale Road, this 40-acre experience claims to be Colorado’s largest haunted attraction. If you have not heard the lore around Riverdale road do a quick Google search or visit their website to get the synopsis of why this is considered the most haunted road in Colorado. Explore multiple haunts and try to survive the infamous “Gates of Hell.” Family-friendly activities, like corn mazes and pumpkin patches available during daylight hours.
The Frightmare Compound
📍 10798 Yukon St, Westminster, CO 80021
🗓️ Sept 12 – Nov 8
Colorado’s oldest haunted house, could it also be the most haunted? It's said that the founder of this haunted attraction had his final resting place deep on the property and haunts anyone who enters. The haunted house experiences include the Frightmare Compound, their lights out special event, and a halfway to Halloween event (in case you need a dose of Halloween in May). Other attractions include mini escape rooms, the monster museum, and a coffin simulator.
Worth the Drive: Haunted Houses Outside the Metro Area
Terror in the Corn
📍 6728 County Rd 3 1/4, Erie, CO 80516
🗓️ Sept 26 – Nov 1
An immersive one-mile haunted journey through a cornfield and into the abandoned ghost town of Raven's Gulch. Hosted by Anderson Farms, this is fall family fun by day and nightmare fuel by night.
Scream Acres Fritzler Farm Park
📍 20861 Co Rd 33, LaSalle, CO 80645
🗓️ Sept 20 – Oct 26
A haunted corn maze with jump scares, horror scenes, and creepy characters around every twist and turn. Not all doom and gloom—you can enjoy a beer garden, pumpkin patch, photo ops, and more.
Find Your Fright Haunted House
📍 333 E 4th St, Loveland, CO 80537
🗓️ Oct 10 – Oct 31
Back for its 15th year! Hosted by the Find Your Light Theater, this haunted hotel-themed walk-through mixes theatrical storytelling with spooky surprises. Don’t miss the special Kids Day on Oct 25!
The Fear Complex Haunted House
📍 2220 E Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
🗓️ Sept 26 – Nov 8
Colorado Springs’ most intense haunted house experience! Four terrifying zones await: The Sanitarium, Haunted Mines, Sinister Manor, and 3D Carnival. With intense visuals and immersive set design, this one is for the scare seekers. Select nights include their Lights Out experience!
Spooky Alternatives (No Jump Scares Required)
Twilight Ghost Tour
📍 901 Sherman St, Denver, CO 80203
Explore Denver’s historic Millionaires' Row—where ghostly apparitions have been caught on camera. Ranked As the #1 Ghost Tour in Denver, by U.S. News. This 2-hour walking tour combines fascinating history with spine-tingling tales. Or opt for the 21+ version with drinks included!
Denver Terrors: Ghost Tours & Haunted Pub Crawls
📍 Pub on Penn at 1278 Pennsylvania Ave
For an adults only spooky night check out Denver’s #1 rated haunted pub crawl. Drink up some courage as you explore the eerie side of Denver's Capitol Hill neighborhood. You'll visit the Mile High City's most cursed locations with boozy stops at its most notorious watering holes.
With this list of haunted houses, ghost tours, and eerie experiences, you're sure to find just the right amount of fright this season. So, grab your costume, rally your friends, and get ready for a haunted Halloween adventure!
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