📋 More 2026 Haunt Guides in Illinois →
Across the Chicago area, 302 haunts have updated their FrightMaps listing for 2026. Here are the 15 fans like most.
Every haunt here is a live FrightMaps listing in the Chicago area. We order by fan likes on FrightMaps, then how complete the listing is (description, photos). Pro status and paid placement never affect the order. Ranks were locked when this list was published; the 2027 list rebuilds from scratch, so posting dates and photos now is how you move up.
OPEN ALL OF OCTOBER Sun-Thurs: Dusk-10pm, Fri-Sat: Dusk-11pm A Nightmare before Christmas yard display. Featuring your favorites Jack, Sally, Oogie Boogie,& more handmade props
Yard HauntCharity HauntPhoto OpWalk AroundFree admissionFamily friendlyScare level: Boo-LiteHome hauntMon–Thu 6:00–10:00 PMFri–Sat 6:00–11:00 PMSun 6:00–10:00 PM
Welcome to the Farm! 2026 season you will go deeper into the pumpkin patch and come some unusual characters. New monsters and bigger pumpkin patch….but what is in the barn?
Yard HauntFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Wed 6:00–9:00 PMThu 6:00–11:59 PMFri–Sat 6:00–10:00 PMSun 6:00–9:00 PM
Welcome Foolish Mortals to the Haunted Mansion! this Disney-inspired display is all homemade and hand-painted. Singing Busts and flying spirits await! Oct 1st - 31st
Home haunt
Come see Pelvis and his Showghouls in this retro tiki themed family-friendly haunt. Animated props, lotsa lights and great photo ops.
Yard HauntPhoto OpAnimatronicsCharity HauntFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Thu 6:00–10:00 PMFri–Sat 6:00–11:00 PMSun 6:00–10:00 PM
Oct 9th-Nov 1st daily from dusk-1030pm and Fri-Sat we have fog machines going. Little ones that may be afraid can visit during the day when all is quiet. static/ animated props.
Yard HauntAnimatronicsFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Sun 6:30–10:30 PM
Welcome All! Lights On Daily 5pm To 10pm Weather Permitting Friday Oct 24th We have the Marshmallow Man Returning Closed Promptly Nov 1st
Walk AroundFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Sun 5:00–10:00 PM
Featured on WGN and FOX news! large yard display with tons of homemade animated props and jump scares. great for all ages! 100% of donations go to the maddog strong foundation.
Scare level: Creepy ThrillsHome haunt
Custom hand made full frontal facade completely covers home. ming blowing details make for unbelievable backdrops for pics/selfies. $21k raised for RMHC last 3 years!
Walk AroundPhoto OpCharity HauntYard HauntScare ZoneFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Thu 5:00–9:00 PMFri 5:00 AM–10:30 PMSat 5:00–10:30 PMSun 5:00–9:00 PM
gothic cemetery with a few spirits that come out at night
Yard HauntFree admissionHome haunt
🎃 FREE Haunted House! 8+ rooms, custom props & animatronics, 3–5 min walkthrough. Built by me and my dad for 15+ years! 2026 is our biggest year yet! 👻Come check it out!
Walkthrough Haunted HouseAnimatronicsPhoto OpFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Thu 5:00–9:00 PMFri–Sun 3:00–11:00 PM
Oct 16-Nov1 ( Fog effects Fri-Sun) Herman’s graveyard has been Scaring Mokena since 2017 and is the stuff that nightmares are made up of. Keep an eye out for Jason or Michael Myers
Live ActorsYard HauntPhoto OpAnimatronicsCharity HauntFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome haunt
Stop on by for a spooky time! Tons of animatronics,lights and music!Friday and Saturday don’t be frightened if you see someone lurking around the corner! We Do Accept Donations!
Yard HauntLive ActorsScare ZoneWalk AroundAnimatronicsFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Thu 6:00–9:00 PMFri–Sat 6:00–10:00 PMSun 6:00–9:00 PM
Yard haunt with hand carved tombstones ,statues & animatronics. Mon -Thurs & Sun 630pm to 900pm Fri - Sat 630pm to 10pm Starting Oct 3rd
Yard HauntFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Thu 6:30–9:30 PMFri–Sat 6:30–10:00 PMSun 6:30–9:30 PM
12 skeletons wolf man and a scary witch plus creepy crawlers and bones everywhere come see them if you dare! dont wake up the dragon
Home haunt
Family friendly display that combines static and moving elements. Handmade gravestones,several moving props,and static props. October 5-31 Sun-Thu Dusk to 9pm Fri-Sat Dusk to 10pm
Yard HauntFree admissionScare level: Creepy ThrillsHome hauntMon–Thu 6:00–9:00 PMFri–Sat 6:00–10:00 PMSun 6:00–9:00 PM
This is our top 15 — FrightMaps maps every haunt across the Chicago area, updated as new ones open.
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