Miami’s haunt scene leans big and theatrical, anchored by a multi-house scream park on the water and a long-running haunted carnival that adds rides and midway games to the scares. This guide covers the haunted houses worth knowing about around Miami for 2026, what kind of night each one is, and how to plan your visit. Opening weekends, hours, and ticket prices shift year to year, so always confirm the details on each attraction’s official site before you buy. Want more of the region? For the wider picture, see our guide to haunted houses across Florida.

The best haunted houses in Miami

The Horrorland — Jungle Island (Watson Island)

The Horrorland returns to Jungle Island for its seventh season from September 10 through November 1, 2026. The multi-attraction scream park combines multiple haunted houses with immersive scare zones, creepy games, themed food and cocktails, photo opportunities and a live circus-style show. The Horrorland is a strong choice for visitors who want a full evening of entertainment rather than a single haunted-house walkthrough. Its 2026 schedule currently lists Thursday through Sunday nights from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m., although hours may change by date. General admission starts at $39.99, with Fast Pass and group packages also available. Confirm availability and purchase tickets through The Horrorland’s official website at thehorrorland.com.

House of Horror Haunted Carnival — Tropical Park (new location for 2026)

House of Horror Haunted Carnival has officially moved to Tropical Park for its 2026 season. Located at 7900 SW 40th Street in Miami, the event runs from September 24 through November 1 and brings together five haunted attractions, unlimited carnival rides, outdoor scare zones, food and drinks.The 2026 haunted-house lineup includes Hide and Seek: The Warden’s Game, Camp Dead-End Trails, The Abduction: Facility 31, Isla de las Muñecas and Blind Terror, which combines a haunted attraction with a dark roller-coaster experience. Admission also includes access to House of Little Horrors, a lower-scare family area with kid-friendly rides, a maze and photo opportunities.General admission starts at $39.99, and parking at Tropical Park is free. Confirm individual operating nights, current pricing and ticket availability on the official House of Horror website at houseofhorrorcarnival.com.

Bayside Horror — Downtown Miami

Bayside Horror previously operated at Bayside Marketplace as a seasonal downtown haunted-house experience presented by No Way Out Miami. Complete dates, tickets and operating details for a 2026 season have not yet been confirmed. Check the attraction’s official website and social channels before planning a visit. baysidehorror.com.

Paranoia Horror Maze — near Wynwood

Previously located near Wynwood, Paranoia Horror Maze has announced plans for a new location, new rooms and a new maze. A confirmed address and complete 2026 operating schedule were not available when this guide was last updated. Follow Paranoia Miami’s official social channels for an opening announcement.

Planning around South Florida

• Watch the drive. Miami’s haunts spread from Watson Island and downtown out to the Tropical Park area, so confirm each address and travel time before you buy.
• Some big events are farther north. Larger fairground-style haunts such as Fright Nights run up in the West Palm Beach area, roughly an hour or more north of Miami — a separate trip, not a Miami-proper option.

What to expect at Miami haunts

A polished scream park like The Horrorland is a very different night from a compact downtown walk-through like Bayside Horror. Miami’s haunts run a wide range of intensity, so it helps to know how scary haunted houses really get before you pick. Most seasonal haunts around Miami run from mid-September through early November, with the busiest nights on the weekends closest to Halloween. Warm, humid October evenings are the norm here, so plan for the weather even at outdoor events.

Know before you go

• Buy tickets online in advance. The weekends before Halloween can sell out, and fast-pass upgrades often save the longest waits.
• New to haunts? Our first-timer’s complete haunted house guide walks through what to expect on your first visit.
• Exploring the rest of the state? See our guides to haunted houses in Orlando and the wider Florida haunted houses roundup.
• Confirm prices and age guidance on each official site — these change season to season and vary by attraction.

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