Haunted Attractions Near Winston-Salem

Halloween is upon us, and there are plenty of scary attractions near Winston-Salem! Whether you’re looking for haunted houses, spooky trails, terrifying tours, or a family-friendly scare, we’ve got your October covered.

Here’s a list of the most frightening things to do near Winston-Salem!

Updated September 2026

Wicked Whimsies

LOCATION | 6130 Yadkinville Rd, Pfafftown
OPENING | Friday, October 2

Walk this trail…if you dare. Going on its 14th year, Wicked Whimsies features over a dozen scenes and includes 70+ actors. The trail also offers glow sticks to visitors you can bring with you to let actors know to tone down the scare.

• Bonus: Bring your kids on October 21 for a scare-free trick-or-treating experience!

Woods of Terror

LOCATION | 5601 N Church St, Greensboro
OPENING | Already open

Not for the faint of heart, Woods of Terror features over a dozen different petrifying attractions. Journey through The Mortuary, explore Brookhaven Memorial Hospital, survive the Crimson Quarry, and visit the Monster Midway for live music, food, and a Halloween parade.

• Pro Tip: Consider getting the Fast Pass to skip the lines.

Kersey Valley Spookywoods

LOCATION | 1615 Kersey Valley Rd, Archdale
OPENING | Friday, September 25

Set on the grounds of a 92-acre farm, there’s plenty of space for scares at the Spookywoods. Visitors will find there’s no shortage of ways to be horrified with 16+ themed sets like Norman’s Nightmare and Hag’s Hollow.

• Bonus: Don’t forget to check out Kersey Valley’s other attractions, like ziplining, the Maize Adventure, escape rooms, axe throwing, and laser tag.

Spooky Bottom Haunted Trail

LOCATION | 6059 Union Grove Church Rd, Seagrove
OPENING | Friday, September 25

Walk through a mile of terrifying scenes at Spooky Bottom Haunted Trail! Don’t forget to check out the zombie glow-in-the-dark Gelly battle.

• Bonus: Make your experience even more terrifying with a Full Hands-On Touch Pass.

Lake Hickory Haunts

LOCATION | 520 Carolina Ave, Hickory
OPENING | Already open

This haunted theme park sits on the shores of Lake Hickory and features a dozen unique attractions, like the waterfront Aquaphobia and the underground Descent.

• Sister Location: Lake Hickory Escape features four escape rooms, axe throwing, and virtual reality!

Carolina History & Haunts

LOCATION | Corner of W. 5th Street and Summit Street NW
OPENING | Tours offered year-round

Go for a haunted walking tour through Winston-Salem’s historic West End district. You’ll learn about the local history, haunts, and superstitious customs. The 90-minute tour even passes by some reportedly haunted locations.

• Pro Tip: The tours are reservation only, so make sure to grab your spot before they’re gone!

Night Watchman Tour 

LOCATION | Old Salem
OPENING | Friday, October 16

Walk in the footsteps of Salem’s night watchmen and listen to spooky tales of the town’s past.

• Pro Tip: The tour only runs for three weekends, so make sure to grab your tickets early!

Night Corn Mazes

LOCATION | Various farms

If you’re up for a less intense thrill, a night corn maze is just the thing for you! There are multiple farms with corn mazes that stay open late on select days, including Armstrong Artisan Farm, Fryes Creek Family Farm, The Farm at Dobson, and Zane’s Clodbuster Farms.

• Bonus: If you get to these farms before dark, you can enjoy all their other attractions such as hayrides, apple cannons, petting zoos, and much more!

For more fall fun, check out our pumpkin patch guide!