Terror in the Corn
The official calendar lists October 1 from 7–10 p.m. at Anderson Farms in Erie. Timed haunt admission also includes same-day Fall Festival admission.
Mile-high nightmares · Updated October 1, 2026
Denver haunted houses
Compare six current attractions from central Denver to Westminster, Thornton, Erie and Littleton—with official dates, outdoor-vs.-indoor guidance and workable routes.
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The short answer
What are the best haunted houses near Denver?
Pick the format first. 13th Floor is the major in-city production, Frightmare is the historic Westminster compound, and Reinke Brothers is the classic south-metro mansion. For a larger outdoor night, choose Terror in the Corn or Haunted Field of Screams. Elitch Gardens is the theme-park option with three separately ticketed haunted houses.
Last verified October 1, 2026. Check official calendars, weather policies and same-day inventory before leaving.
Tonight · Thursday, October 1
What can you do tonight?
Both choices publish explicit Thursday-night hours for the current season.
Reinke Brothers Haunted Mansion
The Littleton attraction runs September 25–November 1 and publishes Monday–Thursday hours of 6–10 p.m. Confirm tickets before the drive.
Choose the anchor
Six verified Denver-area experiences
Urban productions can pair with dinner; farm-scale haunts should generally own the whole evening.
13th Floor Denver
A multi-attraction production with new 2026 themes and midway add-ons at 3400 E. 52nd Avenue. The official season runs select nights September 11–November 14.
The Frightmare Compound
Colorado's long-running Westminster haunt adds Frightmare Town, escape rooms, a Monster Museum, coffin simulator and coffee shop. The 2026 season runs September 11–November 7.
Terror in the Corn
A timed mile-long journey through a cornfield and the abandoned town of Raven's Gulch. It runs select nights September 25–October 31 at Anderson Farms, with Fall Festival admission included.
Haunted Field of Screams
A cornfield route with multiple haunted structures and a ride toward the Riverdale Gates of Hell. The official 2026 ticket calendar uses timed entry and warns the attraction is not recommended for children.
Reinke Brothers Haunted Mansion
A Littleton tradition running September 25–November 1. The regular haunt operates daily; non-scary lights-on tours run Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Elitch Gardens Fright Fest
Family activities operate by day; after 6 p.m. the park shifts to Fright By Night. Three haunted houses require a Haunt Pass in addition to park admission. Select dates September 26–November 1.
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Denver haunts at a glance
| Experience | Format | 2026 timing | Best fit | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13th Floor | Multi-attraction indoor event | Sept. 11–Nov. 14 | Major city production | North Denver |
| Frightmare | Compound + add-ons | Sept. 11–Nov. 7 | Classic metro haunt | Westminster |
| Terror in the Corn | Mile-long farm haunt | Sept. 25–Oct. 31 | Full outdoor evening | Erie |
| Field of Screams | 40-acre cornfield route | 2026 timed calendar | Outdoor intensity | Thornton |
| Reinke Mansion | Classic mansion + lights-on | Sept. 25–Nov. 1 | Adults or first-timers | Littleton |
| Fright Fest | Park + three haunts | Sept. 26–Nov. 1 | Mixed-interest group | Downtown Denver |
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Open the right destination
Erie, Thornton and Littleton are separate destination nights—not casual downtown add-ons.
Four workable plans
Build the night
RiNo + 13th Floor
Eat early in RiNo, then make 13th Floor the anchor. Its midway add-ons are easier than crossing the metro for another reservation.
Frightmare + early dinner
Meet in Westminster or Olde Town Arvada, then give Frightmare and its add-ons the rest of the night.
Erie or Thornton
Choose one outdoor cornfield haunt. Wear suitable shoes, plan for weather, and avoid stacking another timed ticket.
Lights-on or Fun By Day
Choose Reinke's weekend lights-on tour or Elitch Gardens before 6 p.m. for a less intense group experience.
Fast answers
Denver haunted-house FAQ
What are the best haunted houses near Denver in 2026?
13th Floor is the major in-city production, Frightmare is the long-running Westminster haunt, Terror in the Corn and Haunted Field of Screams are outdoor experiences, Reinke Brothers offers a classic mansion, and Elitch Gardens combines three haunts with a theme park.
Which Denver haunted attractions are open tonight, October 1?
Terror in the Corn explicitly lists 7–10 p.m. Reinke Brothers lists Monday–Thursday hours of 6–10 p.m. during its current season. Confirm tickets before leaving.
Which Denver haunted house is closest to downtown?
13th Floor at 3400 E. 52nd Avenue is the closest major standalone haunt here. Elitch Gardens is downtown, but its haunts require park admission plus a Haunt Pass.
Are there family-friendly Halloween attractions near Denver?
Reinke Brothers offers weekend lights-on tours, and Elitch Gardens runs family activities before 6 p.m. Terror in the Corn admission includes Anderson Farms Fall Festival, although the night haunt is intense.
Can I visit two Denver haunted houses in one night?
13th Floor and Frightmare are the most practical pairing. Farm haunts in Erie or Thornton should usually be the evening's only anchor.
Is FrightTour affiliated with these attractions?
No. FrightTour is an independent planning guide. Verify dates, rules and availability directly with each venue.
FrightTour does not operate or represent these attractions. Dates, hours, prices, weather policies, age guidance and availability can change. Official venue pages are the final authority.
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