Colorado’s Best Haunted Houses near Denver

What better way to celebrate fall than getting spooked with your friends and family at some of the scariest haunted houses in Denver?! The Mile High City boasts some of the best array of haunted houses and Halloween-themed fun.

Haunted houses in Colorado range from family-friendly, open to the kids, to more adult-oriented, maybe pee-your-pants terror. Parents usually can make their own judgment, as age recommendations are merely that. Below, we’ll let you know what ages are suggested by those running it.

Most Halloween venues are only open on weekends at sundown, and of course, on Halloween Night, though days and times vary so please always check with the official website. The dates listed below are ranges and do not include closed weekdays or even closed weekend days.

Remember to show up earlier in the evening if you hate waiting because these places may have long lines. Some haunted houses in Denver sell tickets online in advance and others even offer a fast pass or line skip for a fee. Ghouls, goblins, and ghosts lurk around every dark corner of these haunted houses.

Experience the supernatural this season with your closest friends. Who will be the first to scream?

The Halloween season kicks off in autumn when the nights get colder, darker, and longer. Most haunted houses are open select nights from late September through October 31st, and some up to the weekend or two after that into November. Dress casually, no need to visit a Denver Halloween costume store just for the occasion.

Here are the 2023’s top haunted houses around Denver, CO, in no particular order:

The Frightmare Compound — Westminster

The oldest and longest-running haunted house in Denver, celebrating its 40 anniversary, The Frightmare Compound has been scaring the socks off Front Range residents. There are two haunted experiences featured here, both located in Westminster.

• Freightmare Compound – Founded in 1983 by Brad Holder, this Westminster haunted house was the first. He painstakingly crafted the compound for 16 years before falling ill. They say his body is buried deep within the haunted house, making this one of the most authentic.
• Lights Out – Hosted on special nights, you and your friends are alone in the compound, lost in absolute darkness!

Select days: September 15 – November 4, 2023 | 108th & Old Wadsworth, Westminster (Map)

13th Floor — Denver

The 13th Floor boasts over 15 years of scaring Denver and has a good reputation as one of Denver’s scariest. It’s open for two weekends after Halloween and is recommended for children over 11. This year’s attractions include The Deadlands, Repossessed, FairyTale Nightmare.

Choose from the aforementioned three attractions, and also enjoy Class Axe Throwing, Blitz Bowl, a Shriekeasy Bar with food and adult beverages, and mini escape games on the property. This year they are offering private cabanas to rent if you’re coming with a group.

Select days: September 15 – November 5, 2023 | 3400 East 52nd Avenue, Denver (Map)

Haunted Field of Screams—Thornton

This huge corn maze is home to one of Colorado’s largest Halloween scream parks, the Haunted Field of Screams. All children under 13 must be chaperoned by an adult. It’s located just north of the Mile High City in Thornton.

This year boasts the largest single haunt experience ever. Instead of multiple options, all guests will take a ride to the Riverdale Gates of Hell. This infamous 11-mile stretch of road is well known for its scary sights and sounds.

Witness the walking dead as strange, violent mysteries unravel around you. A hayride will transport you to where a woman in white awaits her revenge on her husband who burned down her house…or anybody else passing by.

Select days: September 29-October 31, 2023 | 10451 McKay Rd, Thornton (Map)

HellScream Haunted House — Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs boasts the bone-chilling HellScream Haunted House. It starts Saturday, September 23rd, and runs on various dates through November 5th, 2022. Another Springs’ Halloween staple is the Haunted Mines, located inside of the larger Fear Complex. It starts on September 30th and runs until November 5th. They boast it as bigger, darker, and more terrifying than ever!

Select days: September 22-November 4, 2023 | 3021 N Hancock Ave, Colorado Springs (Map)

Aftermath — Cañon City

For those that live south of Denver, you have a few options for Halloween festivities. Cañon City’s Aftermath Haunted House features one of Colorado’s best-haunted houses. Year-after-year this Fremont County venue, located about an hour southwest of Colorado Springs delivers top notch entertainment on fall Saturday nights. It’s complete with zombie laser tag.

Saturdays: October 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2023 | 575 Ash St, Cañon City (Map)

Cancelled for 2023 | Fright Acres — Parker

Although it’s been cancelled for the 2o23 season, keep this spooky spot on your radar for 2024, as it says it’s returning. With 3 completely separate attractions, Reaper’s Hollow at Fright Acres is sure to satisfy your Halloween fix. Home of Fright Acres, it’s the largest outdoor haunted attraction venue in Colorado.

It’s located southeast of Denver in the secluded, but fast growing suburb of Parker.

Cancelled for 2023—Returning in 2024 | 11321 Dransfeldt Rd, Parker (Map)

Thanks for checking out our list of top haunted houses around the Mile High City. If you’re still looking for more, you can visit the Pikes Peak Region, as it has its fair share of terror-themed festivities. You can also uncover Colorado’s most haunted places any time of year.