Halloween 2026 · Poughkeepsie & the Hudson Valley

Haunted houses in Poughkeepsie & the Hudson Valley

5 places, each confirmed for 2026 on its own website. Updated Oct 12.

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Only five places made the Hudson Valley list, and most of them are big, multi-attraction parks. Why so few? Only places that posted 2026 dates make it. Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Attractions in Ulster Park is the closest, with a hayride, a corn maze and walk-through haunts spread over 65 acres. Plan ahead, though: tickets run about $69 to $74 online plus tax, kids 8 and under aren't allowed on the evening attractions, and they want you there 30 minutes early to swap your reservation at the window.

TerrorDome Haunted Scream Park in Newburgh is $44.95 with unlimited re-entry all night, and they cap ticket sales so the creatures can stalk everyone personally. There's also clown mini golf and laser tag. Pure Terror Scream Park in Monroe has ten haunted attractions in one spot and runs rain or shine. For something smaller, Haunted Barn and Monster's Ball in Wassaic is one weekend only, with an all-ages haunted mill and a 21+ costume party.

Haunted houses & scream parks

Big scream parks in Newburgh, Monroe and Middletown, plus a weekend barn haunt in Wassaic.

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Pure Terror Scream Park

Monroe, NY · 28 mi from Poughkeepsie & the Hudson Valley

👻👻👻👻👻 Terrifying

Dates: Sep 18 – Nov 1, 2026
Prices: $44.98+–$59.98+.

Certified by Guinness World Records as the longest haunted house.

Tip: The event is held rain or shine, so dress appropriately for the weather.

Tickets Official site

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TerrorDome Haunted Scream Park

Newburgh, NY · 15 mi from Poughkeepsie & the Hudson Valley

👻👻👻👻 Very scary

Dates: Oct 2 – Oct 31, 2026
Prices: $44.95. The ticket includes unlimited re-entry to every attraction all night, with no extra charge.

Unlimited re-entry to six attractions with nightly ticket caps.

Tip: Take advantage of unlimited re-entry to visit your favorite attractions multiple times without extra charges.

Tickets Official site

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Haunted Barn and Monster's Ball

Wassaic, NY · 20 mi from Poughkeepsie & the Hudson Valley

👻👻👻👻 Very scary

Dates: Oct 23 – Oct 25, 2026
Ages: Haunted Mill: All ages; Monster's Ball: 21+

Annual Haunted Mill event moves to Luther Barn for 2026.

Tip: Purchase Monster's Ball tickets ahead of time, as sales are not available at the door and attendance requires wearing a costume.

Tickets Official site

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Wallkill's Haunted Barn

Middletown, NY · 27 mi from Poughkeepsie & the Hudson Valley

👻👻👻👻 Very scary

Dates: Opened Oct 2. See their calendar for the nights left.
Prices: Kids Less-Spooky: $23.80 ($19.00 + $4.80 fee); General: $65.20 ($59.00 + $6.20 fee); VIP: $75.55 ($69.00 + $6.55 fee). Price and availability may vary.

Features three haunted attractions, bonfires, and scary movies under the stars.

Tip: Leave backpacks and large totes behind, as bags larger than 12” x 6” x 12” are not allowed and all bags are subject to search.

Tickets

Haunted trails, hayrides & corn mazes

Headless Horseman in Ulster Park: a hayride plus a pile of haunts on 65 acres.

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Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Attractions

Ulster Park, NY · 11 mi from Poughkeepsie & the Hudson Valley

👻👻👻👻👻 Terrifying

Dates: Sep 26 – Oct 31, 2026
Prices: September 26: Online $68.90 + tax; on-site $73.90 + tax, if available. October 2, 3, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, and 31: Online $73.90 + tax;…
Ages: Recommended for ages 13 and up; children 8 and under not allowed on evening attractions
Takes: Approximately 2 hours; guests may stay as long as they like.

Thirteen themed attractions and haunted houses spread across 65 historic acres.

Tip: Reserve your tickets online in advance and arrive approximately 30 minutes early to exchange your reservation at the ticket window.

Tickets Official site

Only places with 2026 dates on their own website made this list. If a haunt you love is missing, it probably hasn't announced yet.

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