Nightfall at Old Tucson

Haunted attraction · Tucson · Arizona

Old Tucson, the Western movie set turned theme park west of town, trades its stunt shows for Nightfall once the sun goes down in October, threading haunted mazes through the same streets where dozens of classic westerns were filmed. Season pass holders get it included, and the Tucson Mountains backdrop adds a genuinely eerie edge after dark.

Best for: Tucson Halloween fans who also like old westerns

Don’t miss

  • Haunted mazes on a real western film set
  • Ghost tours by day, Nightfall by night
  • Set beside Saguaro National Park

Plan your visit

2026 season: Oct 1 – Oct 31.

Select October nights: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

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Dates from the official announcement, checked August 20, 2026. Always confirm before you go.

2026 Forecast

Color nearby peaks: November 21–November 25

Color builds from November 8 · mostly bare by December 17

Color starts: November 8Peak: November 23Bare: December 17AugustDecember

Sampled at Nightfall at Old Tucson’s own coordinates and elevation (814 m) rather than a regional average.

This window comes from 52 weather points across Arizona, nudged 4 days earlier to match 1 published peak date from flagstaffarizona.org and fs.usda.gov. This year's weather has the peak running 3 days earlier than a normal year. How the forecast works

When to go to Nightfall at Old Tucson

Good color holds through about December 2, giving you roughly 24 days from the first turn to past peak. The elevation is 2,671 ft, which pulls the turn earlier.

It is in Tucson, close enough to reach without planning a drive around it.

Nightfall at Old Tucson on the map

Drag the date slider to see when color reaches this corner of Arizona, or tap a pin for that stop’s own peak window.

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Tucson · 9 mi · in town

Frequently asked

When is Nightfall at Old Tucson open in 2026?
The 2026 season runs Oct 1 – Oct 31. Select October nights: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
When does Nightfall at Old Tucson peak in 2026?
Peak color is predicted for November 21–November 25 (best estimate November 23). Color starts around November 8 and is mostly bare by December 17.
How do I get to Nightfall at Old Tucson?
Nightfall at Old Tucson is in Tucson. The closest city is Tucson, about 9 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Arizona's fall lineup.
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