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The spooky season is quickly approaching, and haunted houses are beginning to pop out at you once again throughout Santa Clarita.
To help residents and visitors find the best scares, we’ve compiled a list of local haunted attractions, mazes, and yard displays.
Shadyview’s Dragons and Skulls
This spooky yard display strikes the perfect balance between humor and horror. The tombstones reveal the humorous “causes of death” of the departed, with epitaphs like “I told you I was sick” and other witty lines that are sure to leave even the dead laughing.
- Dates: Daily
- Hours: 6:30 – 10 p.m.
- Location: 28869 Shadyview Dr, Santa Clarita
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Paranormal Cirque II
Paranormal Cirque invites you into a thrilling, eerie world under its black-and-red big top, blending circus, theater, and cabaret. This unique show features acrobats, illusionists, and mysterious creatures in a dark, dreamlike setting that balances excitement with fear. It’s a chilling yet entertaining experience filled with surprises and unforgettable emotions—definitely not your typical circus.
Immerse yourself in a world of thrills, chills and suspense, as you experience a Paranormal journey like no other.
- Dates: October 31 – November 3
- Location: Valencia Town Center
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Sombras Cemetery
Tucked away in Valencia’s North Valley lies Sombras Cemetery, where the dead don’t rest easy. Once a peaceful place, the spirits have stirred… and they’re ready for visitors.
This immersive yard display features eerie lighting, atmospheric sound, fog effects, and spine-tingling moving props, all designed to bring the graveyard to life (or un-life).
Whether you’re a Halloween fanatic or just out for a spooky night with the family, Sombras Cemetery delivers chills for all ages.
Full effects, including fog, sound, and animatronics, are live on select nights, with a lights-only version on weekdays and Sundays leading up to Halloween.
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- Full Effects Nights: October 10–11, 17–18, 24–25, and 31
- Time: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- Lights-Only Nights: Weekdays and Sundays leading up to Halloween
- Admission: Free
- Location: 26041 Sombras Ct, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Santa Clarita Saw Haunt
For over 15 years, Vizcaya Street in Santa Clarita has hosted one of the most immersive and talked-about yard haunts in Southern California. What began as a neighborhood tradition has evolved into a fully interactive walkthrough, packed with movie-quality effects and heart-pounding surprises.
Step into the detective’s office, where cold cases line the walls, but don’t get too comfortable. Comfort ends at the door. Inside the freezer, something cold and unforgiving waits. From the infamous Saw bathroom to unforgettable traps, this haunt has it all. With air cannons, water spitters, projection effects, pneumatics, and escape-room-style interactive props, every turn is built to keep you guessing and screaming.
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This isn’t just a yard haunt… it’s a story you walk through. Combining high-tech scares with an old-school Halloween atmosphere, Vizcaya Haunt delivers an unforgettable experience, all from one modest yard.
- Admission: Free, along with Free popcorn all weekend. May not be suitable for young children
- Dates: October 29 – November 2
- Time: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- Location: 24044 Via Vizcaya, Santa Clarita, 91354
Ghost Ship Grotto
The Vengeful Maiden is a cursed ship that strikes fear into the hearts of all who cross its path. With weathered sails and a haunting figurehead, the ghostly Captain Mordrake and his crew are doomed to sail the seas for eternity—forever chasing lost treasure.
This is a family-friendly, immersive walkthrough. There are no strobe lights, but fog machines are in use.
- Dates: October 17, 18, 24, 25, 30, 31 & November 1
- Time: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
- Location: 29833 Pinecone Pl, Castaic, 91384
Burroughs Place Cemetery
This highly detailed yard display in Stevenson Ranch has been a local favorite for over half a decade. Featuring immersive decorations and a small walkable section, it’s perfect for families and Halloween fans looking for a spooky yet fun experience.
- Dates: October 10–31
- Time: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- Location: 25727 Burroughs Pl, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
La Ofrenda De Hickam
The Cemetery Hills yard display has been a Santa Clarita tradition for over a decade! This vibrant and family-friendly haunt brings the neighborhood to life with music, colorful ofrendas, and a festive celebration of those who have passed.
Come experience the joy, culture, and spirit of the season in this unique Día de los Muertos-inspired display.
- Dates: October 10–12, 17–19, 24–26, and 31
- Time: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- Location: 23801 Millford Ct, Santa Clarita, CA 91354
Coffinwood Cemetery
Fridays and Saturdays in October, plus November 1, are packed with fun at Coffinwood Cemetery. Fridays offer family-friendly activities like games, prizes, and free face painting for the kids, while Saturdays are Scare Nights featuring live actors and a Coffinwood Cemetery T-shirt contest.
- Time: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. on all operating nights
- Location: 27159 Waterford Dr., Valencia
Wildwood Ghost Town
Wildwood Ghost Town offers a fully immersive walkthrough attraction featuring intricate sets, dynamic special effects, live actors, and the unmistakable atmosphere of the Old West. While the experience includes a few mildly spooky moments, it remains family-friendly and enjoyable for all ages.
Guests are invited to explore the rickety Frontier Outpost and take part in an evening at the wildest haunt in the wilderness.
Coffinwood Cemetery opens this Friday, October 3rd, for thrills and chills! Friday will be a non-scare night featuring games, prizes, and face painting for the little ones.
The event runs from 7–10 p.m., with face painting available from 7–9 p.m.. The cemetery will be open for walkthroughs, no scares, just fun.
Event Dates:
October 18, 24–26, & 31
Yard Display: 5:30–6:30 PM
Walkthrough: 7:00–10:00 PM
Location: 24133 Cross St., Santa Clarita, CA 91321
Witch City
Witch City is an interactive yard experience featuring step-activated animatronics, custom props, and detailed displays.
Now in its fourth year, the attraction showcases over 13 witches and includes the Horror Den, where iconic horror movie characters and classic monsters come to life. A spooky and fun adventure for all ages!
Event Dates:
October 1 – November 1
Hours: 6 – 10 p.m.
Location: 25420 Via Jardin, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Double Creature
A little spooky, a little silly — and a whole lot of fun for the kids! This festive yard display strikes the perfect balance between creepy and kid-friendly.
Event Dates:
October 11, 17, 18, 25, 26, & 31
Hours: 7 – 9:30 PM
Location: 25969 Vía Catalina, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
La Rana Cemetery
From the creators of Beware the Dark Realm at Dark Realm Productions comes a chilling new experience. Step into La Rana Cemetery and explore decaying mausoleums, crumbling tombstones, ghostly apparitions, and skeletal beings rising from the forsaken earth. This immersive yard display captures a haunting atmosphere, emphasizing the eerie beauty of a long-forgotten graveyard.
Free to the Public
Event Dates:
October 24, 25, 31 & November 1
Hours: 7 – 10 p.m.
Location: 25797 Rana Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Woodlark Swamp
Deep in the swamp, where the fog hangs low and the water hums with ancient secrets, something stirs—something shaped from moss, mud, and pure malevolence. His name drifts through the reeds like a joke that never lands: Kevin.
Don’t laugh. He really, really hates that.
With eyes that glow like lost lanterns and a voice that bubbles like tar, Kevin isn’t your typical swamp monster. He doesn’t stomp—he glides. He doesn’t growl—he invites. And when he grins, wide and glistening with far too many teeth, you’ll regret ever hearing your name echo back in his voice.
Event Dates:
October 10 – November 2
Hours: 7 – 10 p.m.
Location: 26326 Woodlark Ln, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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Cuestport haunt
Located in Valencia, Cuestport Haunt is an elaborate and eerie Halloween yard display featuring lights, sound, fog, strobes, creepy props, and a haunting window projection that brings the house to life.
On Halloween night, trick-or-treaters from near and far are invited to stop by for a frightfully fun experience—if they dare!
Proudly supporting a good cause, Cuestport Haunt is accepting donations for Skeletons for St. Jude, benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All contributions go directly to St. Jude.
Event Dates:
October 16–19, 23–26, 30 & 31
Hours: 7 – 10:30 p.m.
Location: 23235 Cuestport Dr, Santa Clarita, CA 91354
Bar Harbor Scares
Bar Harbor Scares is a kid- and family-friendly walk-through haunt in Santa Clarita with just enough scare factor to entertain adults as well. The setup includes classic haunted house elements such as graves, spiders, a scarecrow, ghouls, lightning effects, sound effects, fog, and multiple animatronics.
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New additions this year include a tunnel entrance with lanterns, an animatronic raven, and a set of enchanted books.
- Admission: Free
- Dates: October 3–5, 10–12, 17–19, 24, 26, 30, and November 1
- Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Location: 23935 Bar Harbor Ct, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Pumpkin Hallow Haunt (Yard Display)
Pumpkin Hallow is a cemetery-themed yard display filled with glowing jack-o’-lanterns, whimsical gravestones, and detailed lighting. It includes moving animatronics, skeletons, and nightly candy giveaways. This display is not scary, but it is spooky and fun for all ages.
- Dates: October 1 – November 1
- Hours: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Location: 22702 Pear Ct, Santa Clarita, CA 91390
Beware the Dark Realm – “Diary of a Madman: A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne”
This immersive walk-through experience features terrifying live actors, theatrical sets, and a new theme for 2024: “Diary of a Madman,” a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne.
The haunt is set to music inspired by Osbourne and Black Sabbath, with an original score altered to match the eerie atmosphere. Designed for teens and adults, this year’s haunt is the largest maze layout the event has featured to date.
- Dates: October 24, 25, 31, and November 1
- Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Location: 28621 Sugar Pine Way, Santa Clarita, CA 91390
Pumpkin Jack’s Haunted House
Pumpkin Jack’s returns with a walk-through experience inspired by Stephen King’s “It,” combined with the event’s own original twist. Open to all ages, the haunt features traditional scares and themed rooms.
- Dates: October 25, 26, and 31
- Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- Location: 28603 Natalie Ln, Santa Clarita, CA 91390
Halloween Carnival and Haunted Jailhouse
Hosted by the Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station and presented by the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley, this annual community event features a Haunted Jailhouse, costume contests for all ages, food trucks, vendors, games, and more.
All guests are asked to park at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center and wait to be shuttled up to the station.
- Date: Sunday, October 26
- Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Location: 26201 Golden Valley Rd, Santa Clarita, CA
If you have a maze or yard display you would like included in future listings, email KHTS at [email protected] or reach out via social media.
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