As autumn descends on North Jersey, thrill-seekers and Halloween enthusiasts prepare for spine-chilling adventures in the region’s most terrifying haunted attractions. Paterson and surrounding areas offer heart-pounding experiences that transform ordinary nights into unforgettable encounters with the supernatural.
From industrial warehouses transformed into nightmare landscapes to meticulously designed haunted houses, local haunts promise intense scares that push the boundaries of terror. Brave souls can test their courage at legendary locations like Brighton Asylum and 13th Hour Haunted House.
Dare to explore North Jersey’s most frightening haunted experiences!
Featured Haunted Houses in Paterson
13th Hour Haunted House and Escape Rooms (Wharton)
What to Expect
Pitch-dark haunted house navigation with live actors and animatronics
Description
13th Hour delivers a multi-level haunted house experience featuring three distinct attractions: House of Nightmares, The Attic, and the Darkside. Their immersive horror journey includes movie-quality sets, live actors, and special effects across two floors of terror, complemented by award-winning 60-minute escape rooms and a unique hatchet-throwing attraction.
Where: Wharton | More Info: 13th Hour Haunted House and Escape Rooms
Brighton Asylum (Wharton)
What to Expect
Multi-level haunted asylum with interconnected horror narratives
Description
Brighton Asylum transforms an abandoned psychiatric facility into a multi-level haunted house experience featuring three distinct terrifying attractions: the original Brighton Asylum, Subculture tunnels, and the condemned Bleeding Grounds. Hollywood-quality special effects, live actors, and immersive horror movie-style staging create an intensely atmospheric journey through dark, decaying spaces.
Where: Wharton | More Info: Brighton Asylum