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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

Crabtown Ghosts

I’ve been to multiple haunt places but this has earned a significant respect in my list.

Madhaunter's Madhouse offers Midway entertainment, concessions, food trucks, games, and multiple pre-trail attractions, including a whole second attraction, The Precurser. All of which can be enjoyed before entering The Wickedest Show on Earth! A 30-45 minute outdoor trail filled with fright.

Loacted in Purcellville, VA

Haunt Details

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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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.

Baltimore Ghosts
Baltimore, MD

October and November $25.00 + tax
December $18.00

Group discount over 15 people, email for approval

Williamsport, MD

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Welcome to Shady Rest. What was once a stage coach stop is now a gathering place for the supernatural.

Hours of Operation: Ticket sales begin at 7:00 pm. Open around 7:30, at dusk, till 10:30 pm

Admission Costs: Adults $22
Children (12 and under) $16

Attraction Info

The Nevermore Haunt The Nevermore Haunt
The Nevermore Haunt The Nevermore Haunt
The Nevermore Haunt
Baltimore, MD

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

Adults: $26
Children Under 13: $17
Children Under 6 - Free

Alexandria, VA

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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

Pretty cool effects

Haunted Nightmares
Winchester, VA

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Winchester, VA

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Frederick, MD

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Purcellville, VA

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Leechwoods Haunted Trail...a Horror Experience
Damascus, MD

301 Devil's Playground
Galena, MD

Milltown Haunt
Lovettsville, VA

Boo at the Zoo
Washington DC, MD

Haunted Nightmares
Winchester, VA

Creekside Manor
Williamsport, MD

The Nevermore Haunt
Baltimore, MD

Haunted Hill Haunted Trail and Hayride
Partlow, VA

MadHaunters Madhouse
Purcellville, VA

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Haunted Nightmares
Winchester, VA

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Washington DC, MD

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Winchester, VA

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Washington DC, MD

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Frederick, MD

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Davidsonville, MD

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Winchester, VA

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Annapolis, MD

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Baltimore, MD

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Alexandria, VA

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Annapolis, MD

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Washington, MD

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Baltimore, MD

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Galena, MD

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Flintstone, MD

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