Pumpkin Patch
Something Different
SEP 24-OCT 30
Murphy Hollow Pumpkin Patch
Weatherford, TX (Peaster area)
A brand-new pumpkin patch with an inflatable hay ride, pumpkin jumper, inflatable slide, corn box and a barn, plus live music Friday and Saturday nights and food trucks running the whole season.
WhenSept 24–Oct 30, Thurs–Sun, 4–10 PM
Cost$12 adults | $6 kids ages 3–12 | 2 & under free
Good to know: The venue's own site lists concessions and hayride/attraction admission but doesn't confirm live music or a bar — the Facebook flyer mentioned those, so it's worth double-checking on their Facebook or Instagram before you plan around it.
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SEP19-Nov 1
Autumn at the Arboretum: Harvest Hues
Dallas, TX
The Dallas Arboretum's famous Pumpkin Village returns with over 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash, this year built into six pumpkin houses inspired by artists like Basquiat, Rothko and Mondrian.
DatesSept 19–Nov 1, daily 9 AM–5 PM
CostMon–Thu: $21.95 adults | $17.95 kids 3–12. Fri–Sun: $25.95 adults | $21.95 kids. Plus $15 parking
Good to know: A sensory-friendly evening is planned for Oct 20, 5:30–8 PM. Timed tickets are recommended in advance, especially on weekends.
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THRUOCT 18
State Fair of Texas
Dallas, TX (Fair Park)
The big one. New this year is Little Lone Stars Land, a spot just for little kids with kiddie rides, a petting zoo, and a toddler play area. There are nightly drone shows Oct 2–4 too.
DatesSept 25–Oct 18, 10 AM–9 PM Sun–Thu, 10 AM–10 PM Fri–Sat
CostKids $10 every day | under 3 free
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Homeschool Pick
Pumpkin Patch
Weekday
OCT2 & 23
Heritage Urban Farm Homeschool Fridays
Weatherford, TX
One of the cheapest pumpkin patch options on this whole list, with hayrides, animals, games and pumpkins included.
WhenOct 2 & 23, 10 AM–4 PM
Cost$5 ages 3–16 | $7 adults | 2 & under free
Good to know: Reservation-only Field Trip Tuesdays also run Sept 29 and Oct 6, 13 & 20.
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Cobbins Family Pumpkin Patch Homeschool Day
Sanger, TX
Newly confirmed for 2026 after sitting as a “pending” date for months.
WhenOctober 2, 11 AM–2 PM
Cost$15 ages 13+ | $12 ages 3-12 | 2 & under free
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Dallas Zoo Fall Home School Day
Dallas, TX
A full day at the zoo built specifically for homeschool families.
WhenOctober 6
Cost$12/person (homeschool-day rate)
AgesAll ages
Good to know: The site currently shows the 9 AM entry time as "Session Closed" — check directly for other available times or availability before planning around this one.
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OCT12 & 19
Fort Worth Botanic Garden Autumn Discovery
Fort Worth, TX
Pumpkin dissections, outdoor exploration and creepy-crawly encounters for the littles.
WhenOct 12 & 19, 10–11:45 AM
Cost$12 participant | $10 member participant | $5 adult
Ages4–8
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Sunset Trail Farm Educational Field Trips
McKinney, TX
Not homeschool-exclusive, but the Monday–Thursday reservation window makes it an easy weekday add.
WhenMon–Thu, 9 AM–4 PM, Sept 25–Nov 8
Cost$12/student | $8/adult (18+) | groups of 15+
Good to know: Email info@sunsettrail.com to reserve your group.
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Homeschool Pick
Weekday
OCT2-Nov 6
Ruby Creek Family Farm Homeschool-Friendly Fridays
Aurora, TX
Promoted as quieter days for co-ops and small groups. Worth knowing: this is regular admission, not a special homeschool price.
WhenFridays, Oct 2–Nov 6, 10 AM–3 PM
Cost$15 general admission, under 2 free
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Texas Discovery Gardens: The Great Pumpkin Investigation
Dallas, TX
Hands-on pumpkin science, experiments, crafts and animal encounters for homeschool families.
WhenNovember 5, 1–3 PM
Cost$5 reservation fee per family (members free; non-members: included with admission)
Good to know: Advance registration required.
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Yesterland Farm Homeschool Group Field Trips
Canton, TX
Learning stations, animals and selected rides. One free adult chaperone for every 15 paid homeschool participants.
WhenFall dates by reservation
Cost$12 students | $15 parents/chaperones
Good to know: Minimum 15 students required.
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Hall's Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze
Grapevine, TX
Admission includes the two-acre corn maze; hayrides are extra.
DatesOct 2–Nov 1
Cost$15 ages 12+ | $10 ages 4–11 | 3 & under free
Good to know: Cash only.
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Pumpkin Patch
SEP19-Nov 25
Big Orange Pumpkin Farm at Preston Trail Farms
Gunter, TX
A full family pumpkin farm experience with one of the longest seasons on this list.
DatesSept 19–Nov 25
Cost$12/person weekdays | $15/person weekends (includes farm train)
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Pumpkin Patch
SEP19-Nov 1
Blase Family Farm Pumpkin Patch
Rockwall, TX
Petting zoo, hayride, hay maze, Spookley trail and photo areas. Weekday admission includes a small pumpkin.
DatesSept 19–Nov 1
Cost$12/person, 1 & under free
Good to know: Reservations required.
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Pumpkin Patch
SEP26-Oct 31
Cobbins Family Pumpkin Patch
Sanger, TX
Public weekend season, plus Homeschool Day and Halloween programming on Oct 31.
DatesSept 26–Oct 31, weekends
Cost$15 ages 13+ | $12 ages 3-12 (includes mini pumpkin) | 2 & under free
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Pumpkin Patch
SEP20-Nov 7
Mainstay Farm Pumpkin Fall Days
Cleburne, TX
More than 30 attractions — pumpkins, hayrides, jumping pillows, rides and play areas. Friday nights added in October.
DatesSept 20–Nov 7
CostFrom $19.95 advance sale | $39.95 at the gate | 2 & under free
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Ruby Creek Family Farm Fall Festival
Aurora, TX
Runs on a weekend-heavy schedule, with the biggest hours on Saturdays.
DatesOct 2–Nov 8: Fri 10–3, Sat 10–7, Sun 11–6
Cost$15 general admission, under 2 free
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Homeschool Pick
Pumpkin Patch
OCTWkends
Sunset Hill Tree Farm Pumpkin Patch
Alvarado, TX
Every weekend in October, 9 AM–5 PM. The first weekend, teachers get in free, and any homeschool parent can get in free with proof of homeschooling.
WhenWeekends in October, 9 AM–5 PM
Cost$10/person, 3 & under free
AgesAll ages
Good to know: Every weekend in October, 9 AM–5 PM. Opening weekend (Oct 3–4), teachers get in free, and that includes the homeschool teacher in your family.
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Clark Gardens Pumpkin Patch
Weatherford, TX
A botanical garden pumpkin patch — general garden admission applies, with pumpkins and extras priced separately.
DatesOct 2–Nov 3
CostGarden admission $10 adults | $5 ages 4-12 | $8 seniors; pumpkins priced separately
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Pumpkin Patch
Worth the Drive
SEP19-Nov 1
Yesterland Farm Fall Festival
Canton, TX
More of a destination farm than a quick patch visit — plan for a full day if you make the drive out.
DatesSept 19–Nov 1, plus Nov 7–8
Good to know: Check site for current admission pricing.
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Pumpkin Patch
SEP 25-Nov 8
Sunset Trail Farm Pumpkin Patch
McKinney, TX
Pumpkin activities, animals, hay maze, pumpkin bowling and a farm train. Booking online ahead of time saves a few dollars.
DatesSept 25–Nov 8, Fri–Sun
Cost$12 Fri / $13 Sat–Sun reserved online | $16 walk-up | Ages 2+
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Free
Pumpkin Patch
OCT1-Nov 1
NorthPark Pumpkin Patch
Dallas, TX
Not another farm — photo opportunities, children's storytimes, live music and Friday programming all month at NorthPark Center.
DatesOctober 1–November 1
CostFree
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Chicken N Pickle Kids Crew: Pumpkin Party
DFW Chicken N Pickle Locations
Chicken N Pickle's monthly Kids Crew meetup goes pumpkin-themed for October, with a morning of family activities.
WhenOctober 4, 10 AM–12 PM
CostFree
Ages12 & under
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Fall Into Flower Mound Festival
Flower Mound, TX
Live entertainment, carnival games, vendors, hay maze and a pumpkin photo garden along the River Walk.
WhenOct 9, 5–10 PM & Oct 10, noon–10 PM
CostFree
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OCT10
River Legacy Fall Festival
Arlington, TX
More than 30 nature and family activities. Some food and activities require extra coupons.
WhenOctober 10, 10 AM–7 PM
Cost$8 ages 3+
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PumpkinFest at Meadowmere Park
Grapevine, TX
A pumpkin-lined trail, seasonal activities, photo opportunities and weekend artisan vendors. Pumpkins cost extra.
DatesOctober 9–18
Cost$20/car | $40/bus
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Butterfly Flutterby
Grapevine, TX
Celebrates monarch migration — a genuinely educational, free fall outing at the Botanical Gardens.
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Huffhines Harvest Fest
Richardson, TX
Makers, family activities, pumpkin decorating, a petting zoo and Pawtoberfest programming.
WhenOctober 17–18
CostFree admission and parking
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Nash Farm Fall Roundup
Grapevine, TX
Historic Nash Farm's 25th annual roundup, with chuckwagon cooking demos that show how cowboys fed a cattle drive.
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Lake Worth Monster Bash
Fort Worth, TX
Celebrates the Lake Worth Monster legend with vendors, exhibits, hayrides, guided hikes and cryptozoology presentations.
WhenOctober 24, 9 AM–3 PM
CostFree
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Halloween
Not-So-Scary
OCT1-31
LEGOLAND Brick-or-Treat
Grapevine, TX
Halloween LEGO builds, glow-zone activities and the Great Monster Chase 4D experience.
DatesOctober 1–31
CostIncluded with attraction admission
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Halloween
Not-So-Scary
SEP12-Nov 1
Six Flags Over Texas Tricks and Treats
Arlington, TX
The family-friendly daytime Halloween event, separate from Fright Fest.
DatesSaturdays & Sundays, Sept 12–Nov 1
CostStarting at $45 with park ticket (regularly $90)
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Halloween
Not-So-Scary
Free
OCT2
Heritage Haunt
Allen, TX
An early trick-or-treat trail at Allen Heritage Village with candy, crafts, and a candlelight concert from the Allen Philharmonic.
WhenOctober 2, starts 6 PM
CostFree
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Halloween
Not-So-Scary
OCT4 & 18
Plano Symphony: Let's Go… Somewhere Spooky!
Plano, TX
A 45-minute kids' concert with brass, percussion, and puppets. Costumes are encouraged, and there are crafts, science activities, and an instrument petting zoo before the show.
WhenOct 4 at Robinson Fine Arts Center, Oct 18 at Courtyard Theater, 3 PM
CostTickets from $16
Good to know: Get there 45 minutes early for the pre-show activities.
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Halloween at the Heard
McKinney, TX
Family-friendly trick-or-treating along the Dinosaurs Live trail.
WhenOctober 17, 6–10 PM
Cost$16 adults | $12 children 3-12 | 2 & under free | members save $5
Good to know: Sells out every year, no tickets at the door once sold out.
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Halloween
Not-So-Scary
OCT17
Oliver Nature Park Spooky Night Hike
Mansfield, TX
A seasonal after-dark hike through Oliver Nature Park.
WhenOctober 17, 7–8:30 PM
CostYouth $15 resident / $18 nonresident | Adults $10 / $13
Ages5+
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Little Monsters on Main
Lewisville, TX
Trick-or-treating, inflatables, haunted hayrides, entertainment and a movie in Wayne Ferguson Plaza.
WhenOctober 24, 6–9:30 PM
CostFree
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Rest in Plano Fest
Plano, TX
Carnival rides, performances, creepy characters and Halloween photo opportunities in Downtown Plano.
WhenOctober 24, 5–10 PM
CostFree
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Eerie Irving
Irving, TX
Family-friendly, costume-friendly Halloween event at Trinity View Park.
WhenOctober 24, 6 PM
CostFree
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Halloween Critter Hunt & Downtown Delights
Carrollton, TX
Scavenger hunt, trick-or-treating and a family-friendly outdoor movie in Historic Downtown Carrollton.
WhenOctober 24, 4–7 PM
CostFree
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Halloween
Not-So-Scary
OCT24
Oliver Nature Park Trick or Treat Hike
Mansfield, TX
A trick-or-treat hike at Oliver Nature Park that works for little ones.
WhenOctober 24, 6–7 PM
CostYouth $15 resident / $18 nonresident | Adults $7 / $10
Ages2+
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Bedford Boo Bash
Bedford, TX
Trick-or-treating, games, bounce houses and a family Halloween movie.
Good to know: Could not confirm an official source for this listing — verify before publishing.
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Halloween
Not-So-Scary
OCT23-25
Fort Worth Zoo Boo at the Zoo
Fort Worth, TX
Treat stations, entertainment, animal shows and daytime, not-too-scary Halloween fun.
WhenOctober 23–25
CostIncluded with zoo admission (from $18) or membership
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Grand Prairie Street 'N Treat
Grand Prairie, TX
Games, face painting, crafts, a petting zoo, inflatables, trick-or-treating and a costume contest.
WhenOctober 31, 5–9 PM
CostFree
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Halloween
Not-So-Scary
OCT31
Great Pumpkin Plunge
Burleson, TX
Swim in the indoor pool, pick a floating pumpkin, then decorate it afterward. Sensory sessions run before the general session.
WhenOctober 31
Cost$10 with pumpkin | $5 without
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Halloween
Not-So-Scary
OCT31
Halloween Spooktacular Family Concert
Fort Worth, TX (Modern Art Museum)
A one-hour Halloween concert from the Chamber Music Society of Fort Worth, with wand-making, a haunted photo booth, and a costume parade.
WhenOctober 31, 10 AM–12 PM
Cost$15 adults | $10 kids 2+ | $35 family ticket for groups of 4–8
Good to know: Come early for the pre-concert activities. If you buy the family ticket, only order one per group.
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Palo Pinto Mountains Haunted History Hike
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
An after-dark hike with spooky stories from the history of the Palo Pinto Mountains. Better for older kids and teens.
WhenOctober 31, 7–9 PM
CostCheck site for pricing
Good to know: Registration required.
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Crafts + Workshops
OCTFri & Sat
Vetro Glass Pumpkin Help Create
Grapevine, TX
Pick your colors and work alongside a glassblower to make your own hand-blown glass pumpkin. You pick it up the next business day.
WhenFridays & Saturdays in October
Cost$65 per pumpkin
Good to know: Registration required, and age requirements vary, so check before you book for younger kids.
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Southside Community Center Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Fort Worth, TX
A budget-friendly evening for the whole family to decorate pumpkins and go head-to-head in a friendly contest — bring your own pumpkin and creativity.
WhenOctober 9
Cost$2
Ages5–99
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Crafts + Workshops
Free
Halloween
OCT3
Home Depot Witch Candy Box Kids Workshop
DFW Home Depot Locations
A free build-it-yourself craft session for kids.
WhenOctober 3, 9 AM
CostFree
Good to know: Registration opens September 5.
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Crafts + Workshops
Free
Halloween
OCT17
Michaels Lil' Witching Hours: Halloween Fest
DFW Michaels Locations
Crafts, games, giveaways and trick-or-treating.
WhenOctober 17, 10 AM–12 PM
CostFree
Ages4+
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Crafts + Workshops
Halloween
OCT23
Craft Guild of Dallas Halloween Candle & Wax Melts Workshop
Carrollton, TX
A teen/older-kid workshop rather than a little-kid activity.
WhenOctober 23, 6–9 PM
Cost$90 registration + $20 supply fee (paid to instructor)
Ages14+
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Little Farmer Friday: Fall Harvest
Plano, TX (Heritage Farmstead Museum)
Wagon rides, fall crafts, and a milking demo with Buttermilk the mechanical cow. Made for preschoolers and their grown-ups.
WhenOctober 23, 10 AM–12 PM
Cost$6.77 adults | $17.01 ages 2–11 | $8.82 toddlers
Ages2–5
Good to know: Tickets required.
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Crafts + Workshops
Homeschool Pick
OCT26
River Legacy Pumpkinology Enrichment Class
Arlington, TX
Pumpkin dissection, sink-or-float experiments, and a seasonal STEM building challenge. It's on a Monday morning, so it works well for homeschoolers.
WhenOctober 26, 10 AM–12 PM
Cost$25
Ages5–9
Good to know: Registration required.
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Something Different
Halloween
SEP17-Oct 31
Pumpkin Nights at Howell Farms
Arlington, TX
An immersive pumpkin experience with a half-mile trail, nine themed lands, 10,000+ pumpkins, live carving and fire shows.
DatesSeptember 17–October 31
Cost$20–$34 depending on date | children 3 & under free | parking $10
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Something Different
Worth the Drive
Halloween
OCT2-Nov 1
North Texas Jellystone Fall Fiesta Weekends
Burleson, TX
More of an overnight fall getaway than a regular event — five themed weekends with trick-or-treating, golf-cart parades and costumes.
DatesOctober 2–November 1, five themed weekends
Good to know: This is a resort stay, not a ticketed event — pricing isn't published, contact the park directly for cabin/site rates.
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Not-So-Scary
Halloween
OCT11 & 18
Hangman's Scaredy Cat Nights
Fort Worth, TX
A much less intense format of the full haunted house, built for younger or first-time visitors.
WhenOctober 11 & 18, 5–6:30 PM
Cost$19/person
Good to know: Free trick-or-treat candy included while supplies last.
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Not-So-Scary
Halloween
OCT-NOVSelect Dates
Dark Hour Chicken Nights
Plano, TX
No actors, no animatronics — walk the environment at your own pace.
Good to know: Ticket pricing not yet posted for 2026 — double-check these dates on the site directly, since they weren't independently confirmable at last update.
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Actually Scary
SEP11-Nov 1
Six Flags Fright Fest
Arlington, TX
Full haunted-attraction nights, separate from the daytime Tricks and Treats event.
DatesSelect nights, September 11–November 1
CostFright Fest Bundle (admission + haunted mazes) starting at $69
Good to know: Haunted mazes require a separate Haunted Attractions Pass unless bundled.
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Actually Scary
SEP-NOVSelect Nights
Cutting Edge Haunted House
Fort Worth, TX
A full-scale haunted house with timed tickets.
Where1701 E. Lancaster Ave.
WhenSelect nights, late Sept through early Nov
CostRoughly $30–$60 depending on date and time slot | parking $20 cash only
Good to know: The site posts its exact 2026 open dates as a calendar image rather than text, and reported ticket prices vary by source — check the ticket link directly for the current calendar and pricing before planning around a specific night.
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Actually Scary
SEP25-Oct 31
Hangman's House of Horrors
Fort Worth, TX
Full haunted attraction on select nights, with separate Scaredy Cat sessions on Oct 11 & 18.
DatesSeptember 25–October 31, select nights
Cost$39 General Admission | $49 Fast Pass | $64 Timed Entry
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Actually Scary
SEP19-Nov 13
Dark Hour Haunted House
Plano, TX
A full theatrical haunted-house experience.
DatesSeptember 19–November 13, select nights
Good to know: Check site for nightly ticket pricing.
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Junkyard Haunted House
Dallas, TX
A weekend haunted house with tickets sold on-site.
DatesWeekends in October
Where2700 Sylvan Ave.
Cost$25
Good to know: Free parking.
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Junkyard Haunted House at Old City Park
Dallas, TX
A haunted experience spread through historic buildings and roughly 22 acres.
OpensOctober 2
WhenFri, Sat & Sun nights in October
Cost$40
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I'll keep updating this guide as more 2026 events are announced. If you know about something I should check out, send it my way.
