7 Scary Omaha Area Haunted Houses To Try In 2026 (Updated With A New Haunt!)
My kids are just starting to get to the age where they’re going to start asking to go to haunted houses. There are a lot of haunted houses around Omaha, Neb., and they seem to get bigger and scarier each year. Here’s a list of the haunted houses in Omaha — and nearby — plus how to get discounted tickets to some of the popular haunted houses!
Updated: This post was published in 2020 and current updates have started in August 2026. Before you go to any of these haunted houses, double check times as they are subject to change.
Looking for the “real” haunted places near Omaha?
A popular post on Oh My! Omaha explores urban legends, rumored hauntings, and other freaky places in Omaha and nearby. And if you’re looking for haunted sites beyond the metro, check out these haunted round-ups! Haunted road trip!
Top haunted houses in Omaha (and their discounts)
1. Scary Acres
Where: 17272 Giles Road, Omaha
Dates: Opens Sept. 12, 2026 with weekend-only hours in September. In October, it will be open Wednesdays through Sundays. Final day is Nov. 1.
What makes it unique: There are three attractions at Scary Acres: The Master’s Castle, the House on the Hill, and the Haunted Woods. Pay for each individual attraction or for a combo of all three (Combo passes save you $7; tickets must be purchased at the park, not online). Speed Pass stamps are available for purchase.
Tips To Save Money: There are several discounts available. The website has an online coupon good for $1 off on an individual attraction or $3 off a Combo Ticket. You’ll have to show a picture of coupon at the ticket booth to get the discount.
You can also save up to $3 to Scary Acres if you bring canned food. You can get up $1 off a single attraction with one donated can, or up to $3 with up to 3 cans of food on a Combo Ticket. The donations go to Food Bank of the Heartland.
There is also a military and first responders discount, which is $1 off on an individual attraction or $3 off a Combo Ticket. There’s also a discount for students in October: Student Night is every Wednesday in October, receiving $3 off a combo pass with student ID.
Family Nights are every Sunday throughout the season, though the deal isn’t for discounted admission tickets. Instead, there are special discounts at merch booth and concessions, as well as free glow items for kids with a ticket purchase.
2. Dungeon of the Damned
Where: 1209 Jackson St., Omaha, Neb. (in the basement of Hollywood Candy)
Dates: Opens on Sept. 25, 2026; hours are Thursdays from 7 to 11 p.m., and Fridays through Sundays from 7 to midnight.
What makes it unique: This is the only haunted house in Omaha’s popular Old Market neighborhood, and really, all of downtown Omaha. It’s in the basement of an old warehouse. Recommended for ages 13+; anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: Tickets are $22 on Thursdays and Sundays, and $25 for Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets may cost more for special events. There’s usually a “jump the line” ticket, as well.
3. Ranch of Terror Haunted House and Haunted Hayrack Rides
Where: Bellevue Berry Farm & Pumpkin Ranch, 11001 S. 48th St., Papillion, Neb.
Dates: Haunted House and Hayrack Rides open Sept. 12 through Nov. 1, 2026; night-time hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m.
What makes it unique: The scary hayrack rides at Bellevue Berry Farm are legendary. They also offer a “no scare” Halloween night and daytime Halloween events such as face painting, zombie walking, vendors, pumpkin picking, hayrack rides, and show. I’ve been on the hayrack ride during the daytime and while there aren’t any jump scares, there are some creepy scenes that may disturb young kids.
Cost: Tickets for the Ranch of Terror that includes the Haunted Hayrack or Haunted House Walk are $22 each per person (kids 2 and under are free). The Combo Pass for both of those attractions is $32 per person.
Tip: Discounted weekends are offered! Go on the Opening Weekend (Sept. 11-13) and pay $15 per attraction or $25 for the Combo Pass. Military Weekend is Sept. 18-20, with half of regular admission with Military I.D., plus one child half off.
4. Bloodrush Forest of Terror
Where: 233rd Street and West Maple Road, Elkhorn, Neb.
Dates: Open from Sept. 25 through Nov. 1, 2026. It’s open Fridays & Saturdays in September, and then open Thursdays through Sundays from Oct. 2 through Nov. 1. Hours are dusk to 11:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and then Thursdays and Sundays from dusk to 10 p.m. (as well as on one Wednesday, as well, on Oct. 28).
What makes it unique: Bloodrush is Nebraska’s largest haunted attraction, with combo tickets available that include admission to Hillside House of Hell in Iowa. It’s self-claim to fame is that it’s the longest and most intense haunted house.
Cost: General Admission tickets for 2026 haven’t been listed yet. In 2025, tickets were $29.99. They also offer VIP Fast Passes and Immediate Access Passes. If you want to go to Hillside House of Hell or Psycho Schoolhouse, you should consider one of the Combo Passes or the Season Pass.
They also have some celebrity guests planned for the 2026 season. Those names should be announced soon.
5. Madness Haunted House
Where: Pioneer Trail Orchard & Pumpkin Patch, 21534 Chestnut Road, Council Bluffs, Iowa
Dates: Madness Haunted House opens Sept. 18, 2026. Hours are Fridays & Saturdays through Oct. 31 from 7 p.m. to midnight, and Thursdays, Oct. 22 & 28, from 7 p.m. to midnight.
What makes it unique: This is the only haunted house in Council Bluffs, plus ScareFactor.com voted it the largest and scariest haunted attraction in Iowa. It’s recommended for ages 13+.
Cost: Regular admission is $30. There’s also the option for a Fast Pass and Instant Access Pass.
6. Hillside House of Hell
Where: 114 Green St., Glenwood, Iowa
Dates: Open from Sept. 18 through Nov. 1, 2026. It’s open Fridays & Saturdays from Sept. 18 through Oct. 3, and then open Thursdays through Sundays from Oct. 4 through Nov. 1. Hours are 7 to 11:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and then Thursdays and Sundays from 7 to 10 p.m. (as well as on one Wednesday, as well, on Oct. 28).
What makes it unique: This Glenwood attraction is Iowa’s largest haunted house and it is only 25 miles from Omaha. There are four attractions there.
Cost: $39.99. There’s also an option for the Fast Pass and Immediate Access.
Tip to save money: You can buy a combo pass or Season Pass to go to Bloodrush in Elkhorn, Hillside House of Hell in Glenwood, and Psycho Schoolhouse in Pacific Junction. Group discounts are also available.
7. Psycho SchoolHouse
Where: 301 Fifth St., Pacific Junction, Iowa
Dates: Open from Sept. 18 through Nov. 1, 2026. It’s open Fridays & Saturdays from Sept. 18 through Oct. 3, and then open Thursdays through Sundays from Oct. 4 through Nov. 1. Hours are 7 to 11:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and then Thursdays and Sundays from 7 to 10 p.m. It’s also open the whole week leading up to Halloween, so you can also go on Monday through Wednesday, Oct. 26-28.
What makes it unique: This is the newest haunted house in the Omaha Metro. It’s a bit of a drive, but if you’re looking for something new, here it is.
Cost: $34.99. There’s also an option for the Fast Pass and Immediate Access.
Tip to save money: You can buy a combo pass or Season Pass to go to Bloodrush in Elkhorn, Hillside House of Hell in Glenwood, and Psycho Schoolhouse in Pacific Junction. Group discounts are also available.
