Aurora’s Halloween season transforms the western suburbs into a spine-chilling playground of terror. Local haunted houses like HellsGate and Basement of the Dead promise heart-stopping experiences that push the boundaries of fear.
From Downers Grove’s Disturbia to the bone-chilling Massacre Haunted House, these immersive attractions offer more than simple scares—they deliver intricate storytelling and professional-grade horror experiences that draw thrill-seekers from across Chicagoland.
Discover the most terrifying haunts in Chicagoland’s west suburbs!
Featured Haunted Houses in Aurora
- Basement of the Dead Haunted House
- Disturbia Haunted House (Downers Grove)
- HellsGate Haunted House
- Massacre Haunted House
Basement of the Dead Haunted House
What to Expect
Two-part haunted house with underground laboratory and 3D horror experience
Description
Basement of the Dead offers a two-part haunted house experience in Aurora, featuring an underground abandoned laboratory and a mind-bending 3D attraction. Live actors and meticulously designed sets create an immersive horror journey through twisted corridors where terrifying creatures lurk in every shadow.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Basement of the Dead Haunted House
Disturbia Haunted House (Downers Grove)
What to Expect
Seasonal themed horror events with narrative-driven scare experiences
Description
Immersive haunted house experience located in Downers Grove, featuring meticulously designed rooms with state-of-the-art special effects and expertly trained actors. Each scenario pushes visitors' psychological limits through intricate set designs and unexpected horror elements that transform traditional haunted house encounters.
Where: Downers Grove | More Info: Disturbia Haunted House
HellsGate Haunted House
What to Expect
Multi-level haunted mansion with giant interactive slides
Description
Hidden deep in the woods near Aurora, HellsGate is a multi-level haunted mansion featuring secret passages, giant slides, and immersive horror scenarios. Combining the legendary Statesville Prison cast with elaborate set designs, this haunted house transforms the woodland setting into a terrifying journey through zombie-infested terrain and a lost souls cemetery.
Where: Aurora | More Info: HellsGate Haunted House
Massacre Haunted House
What to Expect
Three-part horror experience with 40+ dramatically themed rooms
Description
Massacre Haunted House delivers an intense horror experience across 35,000 square feet of meticulously designed terror. Featuring three distinct attractions, over 40 themed rooms, and a notorious Freak Show 3D clown section, this Aurora-area haunted house challenges even seasoned thrill-seekers with immersive, multi-sensory scares that evolve through intricate set designs and live actor interactions.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Massacre Haunted House