Pennsylvania Haunted Houses & Halloween Attractions Event Calendar

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  Civil War Ghosts
  Gettysburg, PA

  11/4/26, 11/5/26, 11/6/26 and 25 other dates

  Civil War Ghosts in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is a premier haunted walking tour that immerses guests in the chilling supernatural legacy of the Battle of Gettysburg, one of the bloodiest conflicts in American history, fought in July 1863. Renowned for its gripping storytelling and historical accuracy, this tour is celebrated by visitors and featured on platforms like Tripadvisor for its engaging guides and eerie atmosphere. Spanning a 60- to 90-minute journey through the historic streets of Gettysburg, the tour visits 8 to 12 iconic locations known for paranormal activity, each tied to the Civil War’s tragic aftermath. Key stops include the Jennie Wade House, where the spirit of the only civilian killed during the battle lingers, with reports of disembodied voices and doors moving inexplicably, and the Farnsworth House Inn, a former Confederate sharpshooter stronghold marked by bullet holes, where guests report apparitions of soldiers and cold spots. Other sites include the Gettysburg College, used as a Civil War hospital, where administrators once witnessed a ghostly operating room scene in an elevator, and the David Wills House, where Abraham Lincoln stayed while preparing the Gettysburg Address, now haunted by spectral figures. Expert guides weave meticulously researched tales of the battle’s 50,000 casualties with firsthand accounts of paranormal encounters, such as phantom footsteps and musket fire echoes, supported by the area’s history of mass burials and lingering energy, as noted by historian Mark Nesbitt. Optional EMF detectors enhance the experience, allowing guests to hunt for ghostly presences. The tour’s atmospheric setting, amidst Gettysburg’s historic buildings and moonlit streets, amplifies the eerie mood. Suitable for families, though unsettling themes make it less ideal for children under 8, Civil War Ghosts offers a haunting, unforgettable exploration of Gettysburg’s spectral history for ghost enthusiasts and history buffs alike. ... Read More

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  Philly Ghosts
  Philadelphia, PA

  11/4/26, 11/5/26, 11/6/26 and 25 other dates

  Philly Ghosts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a premier haunted walking tour that immerses guests in the eerie underbelly of the City of Brotherly Love, blending chilling ghost stories with the rich historical tapestry of one of America’s oldest cities. This 60- to 90-minute tour, consistently praised for its engaging storytelling and featured on platforms like Tripadvisor for its knowledgeable guides, takes visitors through 8 to 12 iconic locations in Philadelphia’s Old City, known for its cobblestone streets and colonial-era landmarks. The tour explores sites with verified accounts of hauntings, including Independence Hall, where apparitions of Founding Fathers like Benjamin Franklin and Benedict Arnold are said to linger, and Washington Square, a former mass graveyard from the Revolutionary War and 1793 Yellow Fever epidemic, haunted by a Quaker woman named Leah who protects the graves. Other stops include the Betsy Ross House, where the famed seamstress is reportedly seen crying in the basement, and the Physick House, haunted by the weeping spirit of Dr. Philip Syng Physick’s ex-wife. Guests hear tales of historical tragedies, such as the city’s wartime losses and epidemics, woven with local legends and eyewitness accounts of paranormal activity, including shadowy figures and disembodied voices. Led by expert guides, the tour combines historical facts with spine-chilling narratives, enhanced by optional EMF detectors for those eager to hunt for spectral energy. The experience is amplified by the atmospheric settings of Philadelphia’s narrow alleys and historic buildings, creating an eerie ambiance under the moonlight. A family-friendly option ensures accessibility for younger visitors, though the unsettling themes make it less suitable for children under 8. With its focus on Philadelphia’s haunted legacy, professional storytelling, and interactive elements, Philly Ghosts offers an unforgettable nighttime adventure for ghost enthusiasts, history buffs, and thrill-seekers alike. ... Read More

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  Haunted Hills Estate
  Uniontown, PA

  11/13/26 and 11/14/26

  Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, is a premier Halloween destination, widely regarded as one of Western Pennsylvania’s top haunted attractions, featured on the Travel Channel and named a top Haunted Attraction by PAHauntedHouses.com. Set on a sprawling, wooded estate, this scream park offers an immersive entertainment adventure with three distinct haunted attractions, a Halloween-themed midway, and additional activities like axe-throwing, creating a thrilling experience that lasts several hours. The Hill Family Hostel House immerses guests in a decaying, once-bustling refuge abandoned since 1974, now reopened by the Hill family descendants, where eerie corridors, cobweb-draped furniture, and broken chandeliers create a haunting atmosphere, with over 50 actors portraying ghostly staff and spectral guests delivering intense jump scares. Twisted Nightmare Freak Show transports visitors into a macabre 3D carnival, where cursed clowns and bizarre performers roam a nightmarish funhouse with disorienting visuals, glowing under Chromadepth 3D glasses, and unsettling props like twisted mirrors and a vortex tunnel. The Trail: Pulseless, an outdoor nightmare, challenges guests to navigate a cursed woodland path with uneven terrain, where silence is deadly, and actors as sinister hunters and eerie creatures lurk amidst foggy trees and flickering lanterns, creating heart-pounding suspense. Over 100 professional actors across the attractions, supported by impressive animatronics, fog, strobe lights, and dynamic soundscapes, deliver relentless scares, with detailed sets enhancing the immersive horror. The Midway buzzes with concessions serving carnival-style snacks, photo ops, live music, a bonfire, a novelty shop, and roaming creatures, fostering a festive yet spooky vibe. Additional activities like axe-throwing on select nights add to the fun. Due to uneven terrain, particularly on The Trail, and intense scares, the park is not recommended for children under 10 or those with mobility issues. With its cinematic production, diverse attractions, and rich storytelling, Haunted Hills Estate Scream Park offers an unforgettable Halloween adventure for thrill-seekers. ... Read More

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  Lincoln Mill Haunted House
  Philadelphia, PA

  11/7/26

  Lincoln Mill Haunted House in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a premier haunted attraction renowned for its immersive, story-driven horror experience, set within a historic textile mill in the Manayunk neighborhood. The haunt weaves a chilling narrative inspired by the fictional legend of Viktor Kane, a malevolent mill owner from the 1930s who tormented and experimented on his workers, leaving restless spirits to haunt the mill’s eerie halls. Guests navigate a labyrinth of meticulously crafted sets, featuring production-quality props, animatronics, and special effects like fog, strobes, and flashing lights, creating an atmosphere of relentless dread. Over 50 professional actors deliver intense jump scares and unsettling performances, embodying characters like the brutal mill manager Sylas Grimshaw and the ghostly seamstress Gretchen, enhancing the theatrical horror. With a no-touch policy, on-site amenities like food trucks and a local brewery, and a family-friendly daytime scavenger hunt option, Lincoln Mill Haunted House offers a high-energy, immersive scare experience that blends Philadelphia’s industrial history with gripping storytelling, earning praise as one of the city’s scariest attractions. ... Read More