What happens when October rolls around? Haunted house season arrives. Here are seven haunted houses you can visit with friends or family this month.
The Island has several options to test your nerves at attractions that promise to put you on edge.
7 Haunted Houses to Visit During October and November
1. House of Phobia, San Juan
At House of Phobia, tradition becomes legend. You'll have access to one of the most chilling horror events on the Island. This year's theme is "New Orleans: Mardi Gras Horror Experience," where the brave will face the mysteries of that city, known for its paranormal activity.
This haunted house is on the second floor of The Mall of San Juan. It also features Escape Rooms, a Panic Room, a Horror Photo Encounter and a bar for adults. Follow their social media for more information on dates and ticket sales.
Date: Oct. 10 to Nov. 8
Minimum age: Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
2. Soul Screams Haunted House, Caguas
Soul Screams celebrates 14 years of terror in Puerto Rico. This time it will feature five zones across more than ten acres of grounds: The Witches Ritual II, Deadly Mutants and the new Friksho! Scare Zone. BIOHAZARD, Blood Camp, Freakshow Fun House, Serial Killer Survival and Misery Abduction House.
This attraction is at the Jardín Botánico de Caguas. You can take part in the terrifying adventure on available dates starting at 7:00 p.m. For ticket information, click here.
Date: Sept. 20 to Nov. 2
Tickets: $45 VIP | $25 General
Minimum age: 10 and up (accompanied by an adult)
3. The Haunted Manor III, Ponce
An event for the whole family. The landmark Castillo Serrallés will be transformed during October for the third edition of The Haunted Manor. Those brave enough to visit this icon of La Ciudad Señorial (as Ponce is known) will have a pure horror experience.
The event runs for two weeks only, starting at 5:30 p.m. For ticket information, click here.
Date: Oct. 3 to Oct. 31, 2025
Tickets: $21.61
4. La Finca Embrujada, Yauco
It's described as the longest, darkest and most frightening walk-through on the Island. This terrifying attraction is located at Hotel Vista Verde in Yauco.
It opened to thrill-seekers on Oct. 3 and will be available through Nov. 1. You can arrive starting at 7:00 p.m. For tickets, go here.
Date: Oct. 3 to Nov. 1, 2025
Tickets: $20
Minimum age: 8 and up (accompanied by an adult)
5. I Dare U, Bayamón
"I Dare U" returns for its third consecutive year. This year it will be a frightening experience featuring six haunted houses at the Parque de las Ciencias de Bayamón. There will also be five terror zones, game areas, food and more. For tickets, go here.
Date: Sept. 26 to Nov. 2, 2025
Tickets: $25
Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
6. Paranormal Night X – Haunted Hospital Edition, Añasco
The haunted hospital in Añasco returns with a chilling experience. This year, there will be two horror houses to walk through for the price of one. The brave can visit Thursday through Sunday from 6:00 p.m. to midnight.
Date: Sept. 25 to Nov. 9, 2025
Tickets: $36.67 VIP | $32.34 General
7. Nightmares Reborn Haunted House, Fort Buchanan, Bayamón
Nightmares Reborn promises a terrifying adventure that will test your courage on October weekends. The haunted house offers special options including live music, food and drinks at the Borinquen Bar & Patio on select dates. The event is open to the public with a valid Real ID or passport.
Date: Sept. 26 to Oct. 31, 2024
Hours: Fridays and Saturdays, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Ticket: $25 (general admission), $45 (Fast Pass)
Recommended age: 12 and up
Requirements: Real ID or valid passport
Which one are you thinking of visiting?
If you already know which one you're going to visit this October, here are a few recommendations:
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes; you'll likely end up running from fright.
Large purses and backpacks are not allowed.
Do not bring masks or costumes that cover your face, as you will not be allowed in.
Visitors under 18 will need parental consent to enter.
This content was translated with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
