From the spine-chilling corridors of Dark Hour in Plano to the terrifying depths of Fort Worth’s Cutting Edge, DFW’s haunted attractions deliver Texas-sized scares. The metroplex’s most fearsome venues transform ordinary warehouses and historic buildings into nightmare-inducing experiences.
Whether braving the infamous Zombie Safari Dallas or exploring the twisted halls of Reindeer Manor, thrill-seekers find professional-grade haunts scattered across North Texas. Each location offers its own brand of terror, from Waxahachie’s Screams Halloween Theme Park to Bedford’s Moxley Manor.
Discover DFW’s most bone-chilling haunted attractions below!
Featured Haunted Houses in Dallas
- Cutting Edge Haunted House (Fort Worth)
- Screams Halloween Theme Park (Waxahachie)
- Moxley Manor Haunted House (Bedford)
- Dark Hour Haunted House (Plano)
- Reindeer Manor
- Junkyard Haunted House
- Zombie Safari Dallas
- Tayman Graveyard Haunted Theme Park (Midlothian)
- J&F House of Terror
Haunted Houses in Dallas
Cutting Edge Haunted House (Fort Worth)
What to Expect
Abandoned meat packing plant setting
Description
Cutting Edge Haunted House is located in a 100-year-old abandoned meat packing plant in Fort Worth's 'Hell's Half Acre.' It features a two-story human conveyor system using original machinery, live actors, and special effects. The attraction takes about 55 minutes to explore and is known for its realistic and frightening experience. It has held Guinness World Records for its size and has been recognized as one of the best haunted houses in the nation.
Where: Fort Worth | More Info: Cutting Edge Haunted House
Dark Hour Haunted House (Plano)
What to Expect
Seasonal themed haunted house
Description
Dark Hour Haunted House offers a terrifying and immersive experience with Hollywood-quality sets, professional actors, and intense special effects. Spanning over 30,000 square feet, it features seasonal shows with detailed themes and storylines. The attraction provides a thrilling experience with a focus on storytelling and atmosphere, making it a standout in the haunted house genre. It features theatre-grade costumes and special effects designed to create palpable dread. The haunted house changes themes with the seasons, offering a unique experience each time.
Where: Plano | More Info: Dark Hour Haunted House
J&F House of Terror
What to Expect
Annual rebuild with new themes
Description
J&F House of Terror is a haunted house maze located at Firewheel Town Center Mall in Garland, Texas. It features a completely indoor experience with a haunted fun house theme, offering intense scares and a unique blend of indoor environments. The attraction is rebuilt annually, ensuring a new experience each year. It combines themed rooms with live actors to create a thrilling atmosphere.
Where: Dallas | More Info: J&F House of Terror
Junkyard Haunted House
What to Expect
Real junkyard setting
Description
Junkyard Haunted House is a twisted labyrinth of fear set in a real junkyard, featuring live actors, special effects, and natural elements. It utilizes actual junk and debris to create an immersive horror experience, with no artificial walls. The attraction is known for its maze-like layout and intense scares, making it a standout haunted house in Dallas.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Junkyard Haunted House
Moxley Manor Haunted House (Bedford)
What to Expect
Reported paranormal activity
Description
Moxley Manor Haunted House is a 6,000-square-foot attraction located in a strip mall in Bedford, Texas. It features multiple themed rooms and corridors, offering a variety of scares with professional actors and animatronics. The haunted house includes different themed sections, such as a 3D environment and zombie outbreak scenarios. Moxley Manor is notable for its reported paranormal activity, adding an air of authenticity to its spooky atmosphere. It features a labyrinthine layout that enhances the thrill experience. Moxley Manor offers a unique blend of horror and intrigue, making it a standout haunted attraction.
Where: Bedford | More Info: Moxley Manor Haunted House
Reindeer Manor
What to Expect
Longest-running haunted house in Texas
Description
Reindeer Manor is one of the oldest and longest-running haunted attractions in the U.S., offering four unique haunted experiences. It features a haunted house based on a real murder-suicide, a haunted morgue, an 80s arcade-themed attraction, and a pitch-black clown house. The manor is known for its blend of historical haunting and modern scare tactics.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Reindeer Manor
Screams Halloween Theme Park (Waxahachie)
What to Expect
Five themed haunted houses
Description
Screams Halloween Theme Park offers five distinct haunted houses, each with a unique theme, along with additional attractions like the Cool Ghoul Boolevard and Rottingwood Cemetery. The park features live stage shows, Scary-Oke, and games of skill, providing a comprehensive Halloween experience. Visitors can enjoy food, drinks, and shopping, with adult beverages available at several pubs. The park is designed for teenagers and adults, offering a thrilling night of Halloween fun.
Where: Waxahachie | More Info: Screams Halloween Theme Park
Tayman Graveyard Haunted Theme Park (Midlothian)
What to Expect
Touch haunt experience
Description
Tayman Graveyard Haunted Theme Park features a touch haunt experience where visitors may be touched by actors. Attractions include the world-famous Tayman Funeral Home, a graveyard, and an abandoned gold mine. This haunted theme park offers a unique blend of immersive environments and interactive scares.
Where: Midlothian | More Info: Tayman Graveyard Haunted Theme Park
Other Attractions in Dallas
Zombie Safari Dallas
What to Expect
Zombie Response Vehicles
Description
Zombie Safari Dallas offers an interactive, real-time, first-person shooter experience where participants hunt zombies without being shot back. Located at Cousins Paintball in Forney, TX, it features specially outfitted Zombie Response Vehicles equipped with 8mm caliber guns and 'special rounds.' This attraction is set in a rural, dark environment and includes additional activities like food, snacks, and games. It is particularly noted for its unique blend of action and horror elements.
Where: Dallas | More Info: Zombie Safari Dallas