The COVID-19 pandemic feels more like a classic sci-fi movie every day, why not continue the eerie feeling at an Indiana haunted house? The adrenaline rush you get when walking through a corn maze while being chased by a man with a chainsaw is just what the doctor ordered.   

Haunted houses are a perfect getaway from reality when you need a break from the real world. They offer a scary and exciting evening that you, your friends and family will never forget. There are great haunted houses in Indiana all over the state. They include multiple levels of scare tactics and excitement for the entire family.  

As with other establishments, haunted houses are still required to provide a safe environment that complies with state and local government  COVID-19 rules and mandates. This includes staff and guests wearing face coverings while at the scream parks and abiding by social distancing guidelines. Be prepared to have fun and stay safe while at these haunted houses in Indiana.  

What haunted houses are open right now?  

Do you get a thrill from ghosts in clown masks and simulated insane asylums? Luckily, Indiana has an assortment of haunted houses to choose from for all scare fanatics. These four haunted experiences offer a unique take on the classic haunted house. Want to know more about their hours, guidelines and scaring rules? Check out their websites for more information, including hours of operation, before you head out with your fright-filled entourage. 

Fright Manor, located in Indianapolis, Indiana, is awaiting your arrival! Fright manor is home to three haunted experiences that are guaranteed to give you a scare. Unleashed, Twisted and Psychomanthium are original escapades created for fright-junkies. Opening October 16, this evil manor is ready for you, your friends and family to stop by and have a night full of screams, scares and fun! 

Evil on Erie, located in Lafayette, Indiana, is home to more than 15,000 square feet of pure fright! There are three haunted houses to explore and their names are equally as terrifying. The houses include Persecution and Pain, Fears and Phobias and Hooded Vile Haunt. Visitors must be at least 13 years old to enter, but for the Hooded Vile Haunt, guests must be at least 18 years old to enter.  

Hanna Haunted Acres, located in Indianapolis, Indiana, makes it impossible for scare enthusiasts not to scream at its six new attractions. You won’t want to go alone into these six new experiences including the signature haunted hayride, pandemic (which is scary and slightly ironic), blood barn, freakshow, outbreak and descension. Want more information about what each of these attractions consists of, visit the website to learn more.   

Indy Scream Park, located in Anderson, Indiana, is a classic. If you are from the Indianapolis area, chances are you have heard of the Indy Scream Park at least once in your lifetime. If not, then there is no better way to get introduced to the scare-a-thon of excitement then to go see it for yourself. 

The Haunting, located in Columbus, Indiana, is known for its multiple scary experiences for adults and even smaller children accompanied by an adult. If you need a trial run for your first-ever scream park, The Haunting is the way to go. It encourages customers to check online or on their social media for safety updates.   

Do we have to wear a mask at the haunted house? 

Yes. Complying with Indiana’s face covering mandate, haunted houses will require you to wear a face covering when social distancing is not possible to keep everyone’s safety and health a priority.  

What are social distancing guidelines at haunted houses? 

There are social distancing guidelines are in place for haunted houses in Indiana. In order to understand what they are, you will need to look at each establishment’s website to learn more.  

What other fun activities can I do this Fall? 

If haunted houses aren’t necessarily your favorite fall activity, you’re in luck. There are a variety of options for fall entertainment. The list is Indiana includes visiting apple orchards and pumpkin patches, cooking delicious and cozy recipes with friends and family, having a fire pit outside, watching your favorite movie while bundled under the covers or enjoying a late evening walk as temperatures begin to drop before winter.  

No matter your preference there are a plethora of fall activities that you, your friends and family can take part in this season!  

*The information in this article was compiled from a variety of sources and is intended to provide helpful tips only.