Looking for a scare? A thrill? Like to be kept up all night living in fear? Despise clowns and chainsaws? Scared of zombies walking around? Let our guide take you on an adventure so scary, you might not even be able to return.
These houses aren’t for the young. Everything here requires an age of at least 10-12 and many are much more appropriate for grown-ups.
Milwaukee
The Hill Has Eyes – Join in Milwaukee’s most terrifying haunted attraction. With 4 different attractions all in one, you’ll be busy all night. Walk through a haunted woods, take a broken ski lift and see what you spot below. Enter a haunted house and see what happened to all the people who used to live there and you can also attend the devil’s carnival. See clowns and freaks who have given up their soul…just make sure to keep yours. Tickets range in price depending on the date and purchase. You’ll get a discount online, but cash is accepted at the site. Visit The Hill Has Eyes for more information.
Franklin, WI
Waukesha (& surrounding area)
Wisconsin Fear Grounds – This complex offers 3 different haunted houses spread throughout 55,000 square feet. You’ll start your experience in The Compound, followed by Sketchy’s Chambers, and finally, brand new this year The Abyss. Open Fridays and Saturdays in October from 7pm to 11pm. Live bands and open waiting areas. Book early because space is limited. Check out Wisconsin Fear Grounds for more information and details.
The Hollow at Phantom Lake (Mukwonago) – Looking for a more family-friendly scare? Take a stroll through The Hollow at Phantom Lake this fall. Enter a world of enchantment, filled with over 3,000 hand carved illuminated Jack O’Lanterns. This outdoor, family friendly, evening under the stars is sure to become a yearly tradition. Opens October 4th.
West Bend
The Meadowbrook Haunted Cornfield – Not recommended for those under the age of 12. Enjoy a bonfire filled with haunted stories. Afterwards, muster up your courage to walk through this live action haunted corn field maze. Come to Meadowbrook during the day for more family friendly events. Check out The Meadowbrook Haunted Cornfield for more information.
Racine/ Kenosha
Abandoned Haunted House – This complex offers four different haunted attractions. Featuring three different interactive haunted houses, there is also an axe throwing attraction. They are open rain or shine, and will give out free ponchos when needed. Opens September 27. Check out Abandoned Haunted House for more information.
Sheboygan
Dominion of Terror – This haunted attraction has been put on by the Sheboygan Jaycees for over 40 years. They are a non-profit haunted house sponsored by many business in Sheboygan. Experience different rooms that assault different sense and ride or die in a coffin ride. Visit their Facebook page for specials. Looking for something more family friendly? Experience their matinee on October 19 (as stated on their website) and take your family to see the cute monsters and go trick or treating. Visit Dominion of Terror for all the latest up-to-date information.
Madison
Schuster’s Haunted Forest – Open every Friday and Saturday, starting September 29 – October 28, Schuster’s Haunted Forest is located in Deerfield, WI. Visit their website for more information.
Screamin’ Acres – With 4 different haunts, it’s a terrifying experience you won’t want to miss. Tickets are only available online. Make sure to check their Facebook page for an opening weekend promotion! Visit Screamin’ Acres for more information.
Terror at Tyrol – This haunted experience starts with a ride on the chairlift to the attraction which is comprised of 4 different themes. Open on Fridays and Saturdays starting on October 5th. Visit Tyrol at Terror for more information and tickets.
Appleton
The Burial Chamber – This is the Midwest’s Largest Haunted Complex and voted as one of the best Screamparks in America by Hauntworld.com. With 2 massive indoor haunted houses, 1 outdoor trail, 1 buried alive simulator, and 4 coffin rides, there is plenty to do for an entire evening. Visit The Burial Chamber for more information.
Green Bay Area
Green Bay Fear Haunted Attractions – Delivering a complex full of decisions you can choose which haunted attraction you want to go to. Whether it’s Howling Hollow, Mr. Jingle’s Funhouse, or straight into Shawano Manor, you are guaranteed to be thrilled. Visit Green Bay Fear for the latest pricing and schedule information.
Terror on the Fox – Terror on the Fox is giving it’s all this year. In addition to the Terror Train, there is The Bogeyman and The Spirit of Halloween. Plus, there is Bar 13, an outdoor bar, and an escape game called Fight for Your Life. Visit Terror on the Fox for more details and map out your visit this fall.
Gurnee, IL
Dungeon of Doom – Dungeon of Doom is rated as one of the best haunted houses in the area. The cast is “killer” and you take about an hour to maze your way through 42,000 square feet of terrifying fun. Check out Dungeon of Doom for most up to date information.
The Realm of Terror Horror Experience – Rated as one of the best in the nation, this haunted house is more than just your average haunted house. It’s so scary the general rule of of thumb is 16 and older. Check out Realm of Terror Horror Experience for ticket sales and the latest information.
Great America – Fright Fest is home to scary thrill rides, and starting September 16th, scary scenes and special haunted houses. During the day it’s family friendly, but the park explicitly states after hours, it’s a game changer. They kindly request no costumes (you will be forced to take them off) because of their paid actors. Check out Six Flag’s Great America website for more information.