Indianapolis transforms into a spine-chilling playground when autumn arrives, with haunted attractions that push the boundaries of fear. Local thrill-seekers know the Hoosier haunt scene delivers heart-stopping experiences that go far beyond typical Halloween scares.
From corn maze terrors to urban haunts, Indianapolis offers multiple pulse-pounding destinations guaranteed to test even the bravest souls. Legendary attractions like Hanna Haunted Acres, Indy Scream Park, and Nightmare on Edgewood promise unforgettable nightmares.
Dare to explore Indy’s most terrifying haunted experiences!
Featured Haunted Houses in Carmel
Hanna Haunted Acres
What to Expect
Five distinct haunted house attractions with custom movie-quality special effects
Description
Hanna Haunted Acres delivers a multi-attraction haunted experience across five terrifying haunted houses, including the original Indy haunted hayride. Located on a sprawling Indianapolis property, the event features movie-quality special effects, detailed horror-themed sets, and live actors creating an immersive nightmare landscape with unique attractions like Cannibal Chaos, Bitten, and Stalker Farms.
Where: Carmel | More Info: Hanna Haunted Acres
Indy Scream Park
What to Expect
Five separate interconnected horror attraction zones
Description
Multi-level haunted house complex featuring five distinct indoor and outdoor horror experiences in Carmel. Professional actors transform industrial warehouse spaces into immersive nightmare scenarios with intricate set designs, high-tech special effects, and intense atmospheric environments that push traditional haunted house boundaries.
Where: Carmel | More Info: Indy Scream Park
Nightmare on Edgewood
What to Expect
47-year legacy of professional horror performance
Description
Nightmare on Edgewood is a long-running haunted house attraction in Indianapolis featuring multiple intense, immersive horror environments. Located just minutes from downtown, this veteran haunted house delivers professional-grade scares with elaborate set designs and professional actors who create a visceral, heart-pounding experience through carefully crafted scenes of terror.
Where: Carmel | More Info: Nightmare on Edgewood