As Halloween approaches, Scottsdale transforms into a spine-chilling playground for thrill-seekers and horror enthusiasts. From desert-adjacent haunted fairgrounds to urban nightmare experiences, the Valley’s most terrifying attractions await those brave enough to explore Arizona’s supernatural landscape.
Local haunted houses push the boundaries of fear, offering immersive experiences that blend Arizona’s rugged desert atmosphere with heart-stopping terror. Each location promises unique psychological and visceral scares designed to challenge even the most stoic horror fans.
Dare to discover Scottsdale’s most terrifying haunted experiences!
Featured Haunted Houses in Scottsdale
- 13th Floor Haunted House (Phoenix)
- Fear Farm Haunted Fairgrounds & Corn Maze (Glendale)
- House of Haunts
- Sanctum of Horror Haunted House (Mesa)
- Scarizona Scaregrounds
- Scottsdale Ghost Tour
13th Floor Haunted House (Phoenix)
What to Expect
Multi-narrative horror experience with interconnected themed attractions
Description
A multi-themed haunted house featuring three immersive horror experiences: a zombie apocalypse scenario, a supernatural folklore encounter with shape-shifting creatures, and a moonlit cemetery with a haunting backstory. Visitors navigate through elaborately designed sets with live actors, encountering detailed storylines that span 45+ minutes of intense horror.
Where: Phoenix | More Info: 13th Floor Haunted House
Fear Farm Haunted Fairgrounds & Corn Maze (Glendale)
What to Expect
Interactive zombie shooting range with live actors and Gellyball ammunition
Description
Arizona's largest Halloween event transforms a fairgrounds into a multi-attraction haunted experience featuring immersive horror scenarios. Visitors navigate through elaborate themed zones like the Slaughterhouse, Red Pumpkin Pale Carnival, and zombie-infested territories with live actors, interactive elements, and spine-chilling narratives.
Where: Glendale | More Info: Fear Farm Haunted Fairgrounds & Corn Maze
House of Haunts
What to Expect
Synchronized thunder and lightning theatrical horror experience
Description
Steve Birkett's home haunted house in Scottsdale features an elaborate walk-through experience with multiple themed zones inspired by horror icons like The Haunted Mansion and The Shining. The attraction includes synchronized thunder and lightning, scare actors, tight spaces, fog effects, and immersive set designs that transform the environment into a multi-sensory horror landscape.
Where: Scottsdale | More Info: House of Haunts
Sanctum of Horror Haunted House (Mesa)
What to Expect
Dual-themed haunted house experiences with interconnected narratives
Description
Two-story haunted house complex featuring dual immersive horror experiences: a traditional haunted house and a military-themed attraction. Located on the west side of the mall circle in Mesa, live actors populate meticulously designed rooms with high-quality props and intricate storylines. Recommended for visitors aged 10 and older seeking intense, narrative-driven scares.
Where: Mesa | More Info: Sanctum of Horror Haunted House
Scarizona Scaregrounds
What to Expect
Southwest's highest-rated haunted house cast
Description
Scarizona Scaregrounds transforms a Mesa location into an immersive horror landscape with multiple themed haunted house experiences. Award-winning for its exceptional cast, the attraction features intense theatrical horror environments with live actors creating genuine terror through elaborate set designs and unexpected scare techniques.
Where: Scottsdale | More Info: Scarizona Scaregrounds
Scottsdale Ghost Tour
What to Expect
Bob Crane murder mystery and paranormal investigation narrative
Description
A walking ghost tour through Scottsdale's most haunted historical locations, revealing dark stories of local murders and supernatural encounters. Guides explore chilling sites like the Rusty Spur Saloon, Civic Center, and Community Design Studio, sharing detailed accounts of paranormal activity and unsolved mysteries from the city's past.
Where: Scottsdale | More Info: Scottsdale Ghost Tour