Nightmare on 9 at Thomas Family Farm

Haunted attraction · Snohomish · Washington

Nightmare on 9 opened in 2012 and was rebuilt from scratch in 2019 into two haunts: Rippers Hollow, a cursed coal town, and the Vogel Institute, a dream-therapy asylum founded in 1932 by the fictional Doctor Joseph Vogel. Zombie paintball, a flashlight corn maze and a haunted hayride share the field.

Best for: Seattle-area haunt regulars who want more than a walkthrough

Don’t miss

  • Two haunts: Rippers Hollow and the Vogel Institute
  • Zombie paintball with glow-in-the-dark rounds
  • Flashlight corn maze and haunted hayride

Plan your visit

2026 dates not confirmed This one runs a season rather than opening year-round, and hasn’t published a full 2026 window yet. Check the website before setting out.

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2026 Forecast

Color nearby peaks: October 8–October 12

Color builds from September 25 · mostly bare by October 30

Color starts: September 25Peak: October 10Bare: October 30AugustDecember

Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Nightmare on 9 at Thomas Family Farm’s own coordinates and elevation (4 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.

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Frequently asked

When does Nightmare on 9 at Thomas Family Farm peak in 2026?
Peak color is predicted for October 8–October 12 (best estimate October 10). Color starts around September 25 and is mostly bare by October 30.
What is Nightmare on 9 at Thomas Family Farm best for?
Seattle-area haunt regulars who want more than a walkthrough.
How do I get to Nightmare on 9 at Thomas Family Farm?
Nightmare on 9 at Thomas Family Farm is in Snohomish. The closest city is Seattle, about 22 mi away. It's part of Washington's fall lineup.
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