Haunted Experiences Near Lowell 2026

13 haunted experiences near Lowell.

From theaters in Salem to farms and drive-in experiences throughout the surrounding towns, Lowell offers a diverse collection of haunts for the Halloween season. Consider the elaborate Salem Haunted Magic Show or the family-friendly Dr. Feverdream's Halloween Experiment.

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 40 Canobie Lake Park Salem

New England's family amusement park with five haunted houses for Screeemfest.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 18 Boston Fenway Halloween Bar Crawl Boston

Costumed pub crawl through bars around Kenmore Square and Lansdowne Street.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 7 Critters Live! The Halloween Party! Salem

Join Sam and Molly to reverse a spooky Halloween transformation.

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Unique & Unusual

1 of 26 Festival of the Dead Salem

Exploration of death's mysteries through diverse rituals and events

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are haunted attractions in Lowell safe for pregnant visitors or people with heart conditions?

Posted warnings at nearly every haunt advise against entry for pregnant guests and anyone with heart conditions, and they're not just legal boilerplate: expect startle scares, strobe bursts, uneven floors in darkness, and crowds that occasionally bolt. Lights-on daytime tours, midway areas, and pumpkin-patch haunts offer the atmosphere without the physical jolts. When in doubt, ask your doctor, not the ticket booth.

How do we plan a haunted attraction date night in Lowell?

Book a mid-evening timed slot, eat dinner first so the queue isn't hangry, and pick one flagship haunt plus the midway rather than a four-attraction death march. Shared adrenaline is the whole point: the queue is the conversation time, so skip fast passes on a quiet night. End somewhere warm and lit for the debrief, and check closing times before planning dessert.

What should we wear to a haunted trail or scream park in Lowell?

Closed-toe shoes with real tread are non-negotiable; trails are dark, rooted, and often muddy after rain. Add layers you can zip while standing in outdoor queues, and skip dangling scarves, heels, and anything you'd mourn if it snagged a cornstalk. Leave costume masks at home, since most haunts ban them for guests, and keep hands free for railings and unexpected sprints.

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