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Haunted Houses & Halloween Attractions in Washington DC

The quick and easy way to find all the exciting Halloween attractions in the Washington DC area for 2026! Halloween is just around the corner, and if you're looking for some spooky fun then you've come to the right place. We've put together a list of local Washington DC haunted houses, hay rides, spook walks, and more for the scariest day of 2026! Check out all the attractions below - there's something for everyone!

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Featured 2026 Halloween Events

Our family-friendly haunted trail has activities for everyone:
-The Terror Trail, a full-blast scary experience few survive, is recommended for 8 years and older.

Hours of Operation: Parking Opens at 7:00PM
Shuttles Run from 7:15PM - 9:45PM
Trail opens at 7:30 PM
Last Ticket sales 10:00 PM

Admission Costs: Terror Trail: $30.00:
+$10 Fast Pass (Terror Trail Only)
Limited Number Per Night
Boo Loop: $10.00

$2.00 Discounts offered for First responders, Veterans, Teachers, Medical Professionals and anyone bringing a...

Attraction Info

Oct 18 - Nov 1: 7 pm โ€“ 10 pm

General Admission - $27.93 ($26.00 + $1.93 fee)
Fast-Pass: $34.14 + ($32.00 + $2.14 fee)
VIP: $52.77 + ($50.00 + $2.77 fee)

Baltimore, MD

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Alexandria Ghosts Step into the realm of Alexandria Ghosts Tours and awaken the specters of war, tragedy, and murder that linger in Old Town Alexandria's historic streets. Join us on a chilling journey to reveal the unsettling truths beneath the city's picturesque veneer.

Loacted in Alexandria, VA

Haunt Details

Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Adults: $26.00
Children Under 13: $17.00
Children below 6 years old - Free

DC Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: fROM $29

Washington, MD

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Do you dare to enter the domain of the hills? The madness starts with a hayride into the darkness. A dimly lit trail through the woods will lead you past remnants of a previous time, then back to the safety of the modern day. What to expect? The hayride will be bumpy.

Kindred Hills Haunted Trail
Frederick, MD

Shady Rest Haunt

I and friends had a blast. For me, the Hayride was the scariest part of the visit.

Haunted Nightmares
Winchester, VA

Super creepy..lots of fun…we will be back!

Make plans now to check out one of the scariest haunted trails in the DMV โ€” Haunt: Dark Encounters at the Workhouse in Lorton, Virginia. One of Northern Virginia's favorite Halloween traditions is back for the 13th year.

Hours of Operation: Gates and ticketing open at 6:15 PM each night. Entry to the Trails begins at 7:00 PM

Admission Costs: $39.00
Slasher Pass - NOT ADMISSION: $12.24

Attraction Info

Baltimore Ghosts: Haunting Harborside Secrets Delve into the shadowy depths of Baltimore's history, where war, mystery, and unexplainable phenomena have left a lasting mark. Join us as we uncover the eerie reasons why Baltimore dreads the ghosts that still linger by the harbor.

Loacted in Baltimore, MD

Haunt Details

Our fans have enjoyed years of scares and screams on a longer trial, hay ride, mazes, houses and so much more! Trail is intense - please read the website warnings and wear appropriate shoes. You will be walking in dark woods with uneven terrain. Not recommended for children under 12, or those with medical conditions.

Haunted Hill Haunted Trail and Hayride
Partlow, VA

Friday / Saturday: 6 PM - 11 PM
Sunday: 6 PM - 10 PM

Midway Only - $5
General Admission $40
RIP Admission $55

Special Event & Theme Nights:
First Responders Night (October 18): 15% off admission for first responders
Extreme Night (November 6): $50
Blackout Night...

Lovettsville, VA

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Creekside Manor
Williamsport, MD

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Halloween event list including haunted houses, corn mazes, hayrides, spookwalks, home haunts, and more.

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Frederick, MD

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Purcellville, VA

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Washington DC, MD

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Washington DC, MD

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Baltimore, MD

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Winchester, VA

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Purcellville, VA

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Damascus, MD

Milltown Haunt
Lovettsville, VA

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Williamsport, MD

Haunted Hill Haunted Trail and Hayride
Partlow, VA

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Galena, MD

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Winchester, VA

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Davidsonville, MD

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Frederick, MD

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Winchester, VA

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Washington DC, MD

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Annapolis, MD

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Alexandria, VA

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Baltimore, MD

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Washington, MD

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Annapolis, MD

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Washington DC, MD

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Washington DC, MD

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301 Devil's Playground
Galena, MD

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Flintstone, MD

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