South Florida Haunted Houses 2026: Where to Get Scared in Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade
Every major haunted house and scream park in Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade for Halloween 2026, with dates, prices, age guidance and ticket links.
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- The Quick Scoop
- Broward County
- Palm Beach County
- Worth the Drive: Miami-Dade
- Still Waiting on 2026 Dates
- Before You Scream
South Florida doesn't do creaky old mansions, but it more than makes up for it in October. This year brings an air-conditioned haunt in Davie, a haunted roller coaster in total darkness, a brand-new 13-acre scream park, and a two-decade favorite at the fairgrounds.
Every attraction below was checked against the organizer's own 2026 listing. Several haunts price tickets by date, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate, so check the ticket link before you go. Looking for something gentler? See our guide to fall festivals, pumpkin patches and family Halloween events.
The Quick Scoop
Closest to home in Broward: Nightmare Village in Fort Lauderdale and Nights of Fright in Davie.
The Palm Beach classic: Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds.
Biggest scream parks: House of Horror, The Horrorland and Sounds of Screams in Miami-Dade.
Cheapest scare: The free haunted house at MDC Hialeah's Halloween party on Oct. 29.
Bringing younger kids? Try the Not-So-Scary hour at Nights of Fright or House of Little Horrors at House of Horror.
Broward County
Nightmare Village at Xtreme Action Park | Fort Lauderdale
Three haunted houses under one roof, built for people who actually want to scream. It's not recommended for kids under 13. Everyone signs a waiver, minors need a signed parental waiver, and all minors must be escorted by an adult. Groups enter six at a time, and last admission is 30 minutes before close.
When: Scheduled nights from Oct. 2 through Nov. 1
Where: 5300 N. Powerline Road, Fort Lauderdale
Admission: $40 (Oct. 2-18), $45 (Oct. 23-25), $55 (Oct. 29-31), $40 (Nov. 1). No refunds.
Tickets: https://xtremeactionpark.com/experience-nightmare-village/
Nights of Fright | Davie
This indoor, air-conditioned haunted house has 20+ themed rooms, plus a DJ, vendors, raffles and a concession stand while you wait for your group to be called. Families can come early for the Not-So-Scary Haunted House from 5 to 6 p.m. each night. Tickets are sold in 15-minute arrival slots and are limited. If a slot sells out online, it's sold out at the door too. Parking is free, and all sales are final.
When: Oct. 23, 24, 25, 29 and 30
Where: 3801 S. Pine Island Road, Davie
Admission: $20-$35 depending on date and time slot
Tickets: https://nightsoffrighthauntedhouse.com/buy-your-tickets-here | (954) 546-1153
Palm Beach County
Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds | West Palm Beach
This one shows up on Broward lists by mistake, but it's in Palm Beach County. Expect three haunted houses, scare zones, a carnival-style midway and rides.
Every ticket includes 40 Fright Credits. Haunts cost 10 credits each and rides cost 5, and extra credits are sold on the midway. The organizer does not recommend the haunted houses for kids under 12. Guests can't wear masks or face paint, and bags must be clear (12 x 6 x 12 inches max) or a small clutch.
When: Opens Thursday, Oct. 8, then runs Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Hours are Thursday 6-11 p.m. and Friday/Saturday 6 p.m.-midnight, with haunts opening at 7 p.m. Check the calendar for closing night.
Where: 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach
Admission:
- $38.50 online through Oct. 7, then $48.50 online.
- Parking is $10, card only, and there is no re-entry.
- Thursdays are buy-one-get-one. BOGO tickets are online only, must be bought in advance, and aren't sold on Thursdays themselves.
- Front-of-line R.I.P. passes are sold on the midway only: $15 on Thursdays and $20 on Fridays and Saturdays, per haunt.
Tickets: https://www.southfloridafair.com/p/fright-nights/visit1/fright-nights-advance-discount-tickets | (561) 793-0333
Worth the Drive: Miami-Dade
House of Horror Haunted Carnival | Miami
South Florida's longest-running haunt marks its 25th year with a new home at Tropical Park. One ticket covers five all-new haunted attractions, scare zones and unlimited carnival rides:
- Howie's Blind Terror, billed as the only haunted dark roller coaster
- Hide and Seek: The Warden's Game
- Camp Dead-End Trails
- The Abduction: Facility 31
- Isla de las Muñecas
The haunted attractions are recommended for guests 16 and older, and child tickets do not include them. For kids, there's House of Little Horrors, a new low-scare zone with its own rides and a toned-down maze, included with admission.
When: Sept. 24-Nov. 1, closed Sept. 28 and Oct. 5. Hours are Sunday-Thursday 6-11 p.m. and Friday-Saturday 6 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St. (Bird Road), Miami
Admission:
- Online: $39.99 general, $19.99 for ages 6 and under.
- At the gate: $45.99 and $20.99. Ages 2 and under are free.
- Weeknight deals include Maniac Monday ($29.99) and 2-For-Tuesday ($54.99).
- Online-only front-of-line Bye-Pass: $20 on weekdays, $40 on weekends.
- Parking is included. Prices exclude taxes and fees.
Tickets: https://houseofhorrorcarnival.com/
The Horrorland | Jungle Island, Miami
Now in its seventh season, The Horrorland turns Jungle Island into a full scream park. There are six new haunted houses, including The Coven, Honky Tonk and Dr. Malice, plus outdoor scare zones, a nightly monster parade and the Circus of Terror fire and aerial show. It's recommended for ages 13 and up, and kids under 13 must be with an adult. Gates open at 7 p.m. with a welcome show at 7:30.
When: Sept. 10-Nov. 1, select Thursdays through Sundays, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami
Admission: General admission from $39.99, Fast Pass from $69.99, before tax. Parking is $20. Tickets are non-refundable but can be exchanged for another date this season.
Tickets: https://www.thehorrorland.com/tickets
Sounds of Screams | Miami
The newest scream park in South Florida covers 13 acres at the fairgrounds. One ticket includes five haunted houses, scare zones, carnival rides and live entertainment. The lineup includes The Infected, set in a sealed DNA lab after an outbreak, and Mitos, a walk through legends from across Latin America. The SOS House is adults only because of graphic and mature themes.
When: Select nights, Sept. 24-Nov. 1, evenings. Check the calendar for exact nights and hours.
Where: Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo Center, 10901 SW 24th St., Miami
Admission: General admission from $44.99 online
Tickets: https://soundsofscreams.com/ | (305) 727-3267
Hialeah Cares Community Halloween Party & Haunted House | Hialeah
This is the cheapest scare on the list, because it's free. Miami Dade College's Hialeah Campus hosts its fourth annual community Halloween party with a haunted house, performances, trick-or-treating and giveaways. Entry is first come, first served, and an Eventbrite RSVP doesn't guarantee a spot, so arrive early.
When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 4-8 p.m.
Where: Miami Dade College Hialeah Campus, 1780 W. 49th St., Hialeah
Admission: Free
Still Waiting on 2026 Dates
These haunts have run in past seasons but hadn't posted a 2026 schedule when we checked. We'll update this guide when they do.
The Haunt, Davie: four outdoor haunted trails in the woods at 3900 SW 100th Ave. It usually includes a family-friendly Twilight Trail for kids 10 and under. The organizer advises parental discretion for kids under 13. https://www.floridahaunt.com/
Catskill Haunts, Loxahatchee: a family-run haunt at 16651 Rembrandt Road with haunted houses and a separate kids' Fun Farm area. https://catskillhaunts.com/
Before You Scream
Buy online, go early. Most haunts charge more at the gate and more on the last weekend of October. Thursdays and early-season nights are cheaper and shorter on lines.
Know the rules. Scare actors don't touch guests, and guests can't touch them. Most haunts ban guest masks, and several ban photos and drinks inside the houses.
Check the health warnings. Fright Nights says people who are pregnant, have heart or respiratory problems, or are prone to seizures should skip it. Expect strobe lights, fog and sudden loud noises everywhere on this list.
Plan for parking. It's $10 at Fright Nights (card only) and $20 at The Horrorland. It's free at Nights of Fright and included at House of Horror.
Want something gentler? Our fall festivals and pumpkin patch guide covers trick-or-treat nights, farm days and family Halloween events across all three counties.
Sources
Xtreme Action Park, Nightmare Village 2026
Nights of Fright Haunted House, tickets
South Florida Fair, Fright Nights tickets
South Florida Fair, Fright Nights FAQs
House of Horror Haunted Carnival
Haunted Attraction Network, House of Horror 2026 details
Miami New Times, Halloween 2026 guide
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best haunted house in Broward County in 2026?
Nightmare Village in Fort Lauderdale runs the longest, Oct. 2 through Nov. 1, with three haunted houses. Nights of Fright in Davie is indoors and air-conditioned but only open five nights, Oct. 23-30.
Is Fright Nights in Broward County?
No. It's at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach, in Palm Beach County.
How much are Fright Nights tickets?
$38.50 online through Oct. 7, then $48.50 online, with 40 Fright Credits included. Parking is $10, card only. Thursday tickets are buy-one-get-one when bought in advance online.
Where did House of Horror move?
After 25 years at Miami International Mall, House of Horror moved to Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St., for 2026. Parking is included with admission.
Are there haunted houses that are OK for kids?
Nights of Fright runs a Not-So-Scary Haunted House from 5 to 6 p.m. each night, and House of Horror has House of Little Horrors, a low-scare zone included with admission. The main haunts have age guidance: House of Horror recommends 16+, Nightmare Village and The Horrorland 13+, and Fright Nights 12+.
Is there a free haunted house in South Florida?
Yes. The Hialeah Cares Community Halloween Party at Miami Dade College's Hialeah Campus includes a free haunted house on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 4 to 8 p.m.
What's new for Halloween 2026?
Sounds of Screams is a brand-new 13-acre scream park at the Miami-Dade Fair Expo Center. House of Horror moved to Tropical Park and added a haunted dark roller coaster.