House of Horror Haunted Carnival
Haunted attraction · Miami · Florida
At the center of Halloween in Miami for over 25 years, this haunted carnival packs three walk-through haunted houses, including what it calls Florida's only 3D haunt, plus outdoor scare zones and a full ride midway. For 2026 it moves to Tropical Park in the heart of the city.
Don’t miss
Plan your visit
Closed Sept 28 and Oct 5; 6-11 p.m., to midnight Fri and Sat
Dates from the official announcement, checked August 20, 2026. Always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: November 29–December 3
Color builds from November 16 · mostly bare by December 27
Sampled at House of Horror Haunted Carnival’s own coordinates and elevation (4 m) rather than a regional average.
Florida is sampled at 22 weather points, then moved 8 days later so the model agrees with 1 published peak date from explorefall.com. Against Florida's own climatology, the 2026 weather puts the peak 1 day earlier. How the forecast works
When to go to House of Horror Haunted Carnival
You get about 24 days of color here, from the first turn through to roughly December 10. Against Florida overall, that is 3 days earlier.
It is in Miami, close enough to reach without planning a drive around it.
House of Horror Haunted Carnival on the map
Drag the date slider to see when color reaches this corner of Florida, or tap a pin for that stop’s own peak window.
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Frequently asked
- When is House of Horror Haunted Carnival open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Sep 24 – Nov 1. Closed Sept 28 and Oct 5; 6-11 p.m., to midnight Fri and Sat. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does House of Horror Haunted Carnival peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 29–December 3 (best estimate December 1). Color starts around November 16 and is mostly bare by December 27.
- How do I get to House of Horror Haunted Carnival?
- House of Horror Haunted Carnival is in Miami. The closest city is Miami, about 9 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Florida's fall lineup.
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