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The 10 haunts FrightMaps fans like most in Des Moines, IA this season — with photos, what to expect, and directions to each one.
Every haunt here is a live FrightMaps listing in Des Moines, IA. We order by fan likes on FrightMaps, then by how much the listing says, then by whether it has a cover photo. A listing needs a cover photo and at least one like to be ranked here. Pro status and paid placement never affect the order. Ranks were locked when this list was published and do not move for the rest of the season — a haunt that leaves FrightMaps leaves an empty slot rather than shifting the numbers. The 2027 list rebuilds from scratch, so posting dates and photos now is how you move up.
A witch has brought forth the dead, cursed the land & those who inhabit it. Step into the forgotten land, the guardian might guide you. light/sound 15th 30th 31st. full show 15&31
Scare ZoneYard HauntWalk AroundPhoto OpFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntFri 5:00–10:30 PMSat–Sun 5:00–11:00 PMOct 2–4 & 9–11 & 16–18 & 23–25 & 30–31, 2026
We love Halloween and we change our theme every year. feel free to stop and take pics and videos. Just watch your step or we might add you to our display buhahaha. More to come!
5 PM - 11 PM. Animatronics, talking pumpkins, skeletons, a demon portal, Poison Pals...a little of everything! Street view until Halloween!
Yard HauntFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Sun 5:00–11:00 PM
walk through display that takes you through Diagon Alley, Knockturn Alley, Hogwarts, Hogsmeade, and the Forbidden Forest
Home haunt
we enjoy Halloween as much as the next guy love decorating for ourselves and the kids stop by get candy take some pictures and have fun
Free admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome haunt
20ft,MIXED-MEDIA OF HORROR
Live ActorsMega HauntAnimatronicsFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Sat 7:00 AM–7:00 PMSun 7:00–7:00 AMOct 1–31, 2026
A towering green-faced sorceress stretches high above the lawn, casting her spell over a grinning patch of jack-o'-lanterns and gravestones.
Drive-Through HauntYard HauntPhoto OpFree admissionFamily friendlyScare level: Boo-LiteHome hauntOct 1–31, 2026
Halloween Decorations
Free admissionHome hauntOct 1–31, 2026
decorations
Free admissionHome haunt
Decorations
Free admissionHome haunt
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This is our top 10 — FrightMaps maps every haunt in Des Moines, updated as new ones open.
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