Chicago's haunted attractions, ranging from haunted houses to corn mazes, are welcoming brave adventurers this Halloween season, providing a variety of options for those in search of thrilling experiences. Let's explore a selection of these spooky offerings.
Highlighted in a CBS article, Midnight Terror Haunted House occupies 5520 West 111th Street in Oak Lawn. The haunt prides itself on providing an actor-driven show, promising intense frights to guests—especially those who harbor a fear of clowns.
Another place, the 13th Floor Haunted House, sits at 5050 River Road in Schiller Park. It has garnered attention from CBS and Patch for this year's attractions, "The Deadlands" and "Depths of Darkness," which aim to keep visitors on their toes.
Meanwhile, HellsGate Haunted House in Lockport offers to its guests a unique challenge. As covered by CBS, its multi-level mansion is only accessible via an eerie trek through the Lost Souls Cemetery, equipped with secret passages, giant slides, and surprises around every corner.
The Dungeon of Doom, a 45,000 square-foot haunted house located at 600 29th Street in Zion, has been scaring guests for twenty-seven years. It offers a variety of ticket options, from general admission to VIP, according to the CBS report.
As noted by a Patch article, haunting sites like the Old Joliet Haunted Prison extend beyond indoor attractions. Offering an intense experience not recommended for children under 12, it's based at 401 Woodruff Road with tickets starting at $19.99.
Outdoor thrill-seekers could also explore the Heap's Haunted Corn Maze located at 4853 US-52 in Minooka. The Patch article mentions a moonlight non-haunted hayride and haunted maze for $6 and $20, and a combo that includes a flashlight maze and hayride for $25.
With Halloween gaining momentum, options for adventure in Chicago are abundant. Whether it's indoor haunted houses, outdoor mazes or even a haunted prison, the choices cater to every horror enthusiast. So muster up your courage, select your haunt, and brace yourself for some Halloween fright festivity.
