Celebrate the Spook and Scare at the Best Halloween Events in the US

Just a couple of stretches and we’re about to welcome the fall season, can you believe that? And while fall is full of fun and exciting activities, we all know Halloween happenings are always the most awaited. In the US, states and cities go all out when it comes to Halloween celebrations, and it’s crazy tempting to experience them. Whether you’re into intense, bone-chilling thrills, or adorable spooky parties, there’s a perfect attraction for all your Halloween needs! Prepare your sneakers for lots of running, your voice box for tons of screaming, or your not-so-scary costumes for these top Halloween events you can’t miss:

• Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando and Hollywood
• Knott’s Berry Farm’s Knott’s Scary Farm
• Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld Parks and Busch Gardens
• Fright Fest at Six Flags Parks
• Walt Disney World® Resort’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
• Halloween Time at Disneyland® Resort
• Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND Parks
• Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld Parks
• Tricks and Treats at Six Flags Parks

These Halloween events feature realistic, out-of-this-world sets like haunted houses, mazes and scare zones inspired by iconic horror films. For your fall cravings, these attractions are also serving exclusive, limited-time menus, plus merchandise. Families with little Halloween explorers can also enjoy gentle spooks and lots of trick-or-treating. So, what are you waiting for? Hop into the ultimate fall experience with these top Halloween events in the US. Read on.

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For Maximum Fright Levels

Halloween feels so realistic, you’ll think it’s a fever dream. Get ready for the most terrifying Halloween experiences with maximum fright levels.

Universal Halloween Horror Nights

• Universal Orlando Resort: Select Nights from August 28 - November 1
• Universal Studios Hollywood: Select Nights from September 3 to November 1

Do you want something so extreme you’ll forget your lungs exist for all the intense screaming? If Halloween madness is your ultimate trip, look no further than Halloween Horror Nights. Evil goats aside, this event is absolutely the GOAT of all Halloween happenings in the US. Just so you know, Halloween Horror Nights is the recipient of multiple Golden Ticket Awards for the Best Halloween Event. Amusement Today retired the category and inducted the event into the Golden Ticket Legend status. That’s how badass HHN is.

With haunted houses inspired by timeless horror films, Halloween Horror Nights presents hyper-realistic sets. The extreme (and also the best) part about this event is that it doesn’t focus on ghosts and monsters alone. If you’re down for all things spine-tingling and sinister, this is the perfect Halloween event you shouldn’t miss!

Knott’s Scary Farm

Select Nights from September 17 - October 31.

Now we’re moving on to another Halloween treat that perfectly combines theme park thrills and horror chills. Knott’s Scary Farm is the go-to fall event for families and friends groups who want to take theme park adventures to a higher notch. And when we say higher notch, we mean terrifying haunted houses, unique scare zones, and hypnotizing mazes. Knott’s Scary Farm brings out the best of Halloween with hair-raising ghosts, odd-looking characters from the underworld, and more! You might also want to step into the world of murder mysteries; unlocking secrets that could change the terrifying plots.

Of course, after all the screaming and running, you need to recharge. And what’s a better way to do it than with scrumptious food and refreshing drinks. Themed menus will be available for a limited time only, so make sure not to miss this amazing treat.

Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens

The adorable sea animals at SeaWorld and the majestic gardens and floral displays at Busch Gardens will definitely make you swoon. But if you want to add some spice to your amusement park experience, visit SeaWorld Parks and Busch Gardens this fall. Howl-O-Scream is an annual Halloween celebration for adults at SeaWorld Parks and Busch Gardens. During the day, the parks feature family-friendly rides, but at night, they become a spooky and thrilling environment filled with intense scares and dark entertainment.

2026 EVENT DATES:

• SeaWorld Orlando: Select Nights from September 11 - October 31.
• SeaWorld San Antonio: Select Nights from September 11 - November 1.
• SeaWorld San Diego: Select Nights from September 11 - October 31.
• Busch Gardens Tampa Bay & Williamsburg: Select Nights from September 11 - November 1.

Don't miss this Halloween event; it's perfect for adrenaline seekers. With immersive haunted houses, themed scare zones, thrilling rides in the dark, and captivating entertainment, it's a favorite among fans. If you're into heart-pounding attractions or frightful adventures, this event is perfect for the fall season.

Fright Fest at Six Flags Parks

You will be amazed at the sheer number of amusement parks in the US that put on spectacular Halloween events. Just like Knott's Scary Farm, Fright Fest at Six Flags Parks undeniably lives up to its spooky reputation. It offers a mix of enjoyment, excitement, and genuine terror. If you love horror movies, Fright Fest offers themed haunted zones and mazes based on famous films. For kids, Six Flags Parks will also have Trick and Treats: a colorful and fun Halloween party filled with adorable costumes and lots of candies.

2026 EVENT DATES:

• Six Flags Magic Mountain: September 18 - November 1
• Six Flags Discovery Kingdom: Select Fall Nights
• Six Flags Over Texas: Select Fall Nights
• Six Flags Fiesta Texas: September 11 - November 1

**Check out more events dates at the official Six Flags page.

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