Halloween 2026 · Charlotte
7 places, each confirmed for 2026 on its own website. Updated Oct 9.
Haunted housesTrails & hayridesGhost toursNot too scary
The big one in Charlotte is a theme park after dark. SCarowinds runs through Nov 1 with haunted mazes like Slaughterhouse and Paranormal Inc., outdoor scare zones, and Jason Voorhees and The Conjuring Universe experiences. They don't recommend it for kids under 13. Heads up: bundles start at $55 and are sold online only.
If you'd rather walk through the woods, The 13th Acre in Monroe is an outdoor trail along Coffin Creek, with a Monster Midway and a horror selfie museum. There's even an $11 observer-only ticket for the friend who refuses to go in. The unusual pick is the ghost hunting. Convicted Spirits Investigations at Southern Grace Distilleries has you looking for ghosts inside a distillery after dark, and they're clear it's a real investigation, not a story tour. You have to be 16 or older. Want the regular kind? Queen City Ghosts: Charlotte's Most Haunted Tour covers downtown in about an hour.
SCarowinds after dark, the Coffin Creek trail at The 13th Acre and an 18+ haunted circus party.
Charlotte, NC · 10 mi from Charlotte
👻👻👻👻👻 Terrifying
Haunted mazes, scare zones, and horror experiences at Carowinds.
Tip: SCarowinds is not recommended for children under the age of 13.
Monroe, NC · 27 mi from Charlotte
👻👻👻👻👻 Terrifying
Outdoor haunted trail featuring Coffin Creek and the Monster Midway.
Tip: Wear sturdy, appropriate footwear for walking on dark and uneven ground; flip-flops are not recommended.
Charlotte, NC · 5 mi from Charlotte
👻👻👻 Scary
Haunted circus spectacle featuring immersive visuals, themed cocktails, and live performances.
Tip: Costumes are mandatory, with dark circus or Halloween-themed attire encouraged.
An interactive horror trail in Rockwell that raises money for St. Jude.
Rockwell, NC · 33 mi from Charlotte
👻👻👻👻 Very scary
Interactive horror trail raising money for St. Jude Children's Hospital.
Tip: Do not wear costumes or masks, as costumes must be removed before entering and masks are not allowed past the ticket booth.
One downtown walking tour and two hands-on paranormal investigations.
Blacksburg, SC · 39 mi from Charlotte
👻👻👻👻 Very scary
Investigate a historic farm with documented paranormal activity
Tip: Bring your own paranormal equipment to use alongside the provided gear if desired.
Mount Pleasant, NC · 27 mi from Charlotte
👻👻👻 Scary
Paranormal investigation inside the distillery after dark.
Tip: Reserve your tickets in advance, as reservations are required.
Charlotte, NC · 0 mi from Charlotte
👻👻 A little spooky
Guided walking tour through haunted historic downtown Charlotte landmarks.
Tip: Plan to arrive at the meeting spot 15 minutes before your tour begins.
Only places with 2026 dates on their own website made this list. If a haunt you love is missing, it probably hasn't announced yet.
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