Dark Hour Haunted House
Haunted attraction · Plano · Texas
A Plano warehouse haunt staffed by the Sisters of Mercy coven, running full-contact scare experiences through the fall. The team also runs lights-on oddities like Chicken Night, billed on their site as "A FRIGHT FREE EVENT!" for visitors who want the sets without the scares.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: November 14–November 18
Color builds from November 1 · mostly bare by December 10
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Dark Hour Haunted House’s own coordinates and elevation (191 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Dark Hour Haunted House on the map
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Frequently asked
- When does Dark Hour Haunted House peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 14–November 18 (best estimate November 16). Color starts around November 1 and is mostly bare by December 10.
- What is Dark Hour Haunted House best for?
- North Texas haunt fans who like a heavy story.
- How do I get to Dark Hour Haunted House?
- Dark Hour Haunted House is in Plano. The closest city is Dallas, about 17 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Texas's fall lineup.
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