With three weekends of Halloween-themed fun still to go, there's plenty of time to get in on the spooky fun from one end of Michigan to the other.
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year and you'll get an extra hour of fun with Daylight Saving Time ending at 2 a.m. Nov. 1.
From a "haunted" insane asylum to a ghost ship, there plenty of spooky fun awaiting this month across Michigan.
Here's a look at five of experiences worth trying before time runs out.
Eloise Asylum
Eloise Asylum, also known as the "Wayne County Poorhouse", operated from 1839 until 1982 and now features a haunted house experience."
"Brace yourself for Michigan’s most terrifying haunted experience," the company says. "You’ll have the chance to explore this legendary 54,000 sq. ft. facility packed
with heart-stopping thrills, spine-chilling scares, and immersive state-of-the-art effects. Whether you dare to walk the eerie halls or challenge yourself in the terrifying escape rooms, this adrenaline-filled night will be one to remember."
Fridays 7-11 p.m., Saturdays 7 p.m. to midnight, and Sundays 7-10:30 p.m. through Nov. 1: Walk through state-of-the-art horror-themed experiences that deliver 54,000 square feet of high-tech horror.
It's located at 30712 Michigan Ave. in Westland. Click Eloise Asylum to ordertickets that begin at $35.
Manistee Ghost Ship
Fridays, Saturdays through Oct. 31, and Sunday, Oct. 25: Set aboard the 1931 car ferry S.S. City of Milwaukee, the ghost ship located on 99 Arthur St. in Manistee, provides a haunted experience on a 360-foot vessel.
"Manistee's Ghost Ship is Michigan’s most awesome haunted house, set onboard the historic 1931 carferry, S.S. City of Milwaukee. Navigate through 4-5 hair-raising decks of this 360-foot-long vessel, each featuring a unique theme designed to terrify. Encounter live actors, eerie props, animatronics, pneumatics, flashing lights, custom SFX, and authentic ghosts that will make your blood run cold," the website says.
Hours are 7:30-10:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 7:30-10 p.m. on Oct. 25.
Tickets for general admission start at $15.
Haunted Hoist Tour
Thursday, Oct. 29, to Saturday, Oct. 31: In collaboration with the Visual and Performing Arts Department at Michigan Tech, the tour at the Quincy Hoist pulls visitors into the historic halls on one of the Keweenaw’s most iconic landmarks at 49750 U.S. 41 in Hancock.
"Something Spooky has taken hold of the Quincy Hoist House, and the spirits of miners past are restless," the Quincy Mine Hoist Association website says. "This year’s haunted experience pulls you deep into the historic halls of one of the Keweenaw’s most iconic landmarks, where the ghosts of those who worked there refuse to leave. This isn’t just a walkthrough — it’s an interactive experience where you become part of the story."
Tickets are $6 or $12. Hours are 7-10 p.m. and tours last about 20 minutes.
Hush Haunted Attraction
Open most days through Nov. 7: Attractions at this 40,000-square-foot location includes four haunted hubs with "chilling secrets" and three secret bars hidden within the shadows. Located at 37550 Cherry Hill Road in Westland.
The attraction is ranked one of the 13th best haunted house in 2025 in the U.S., according to Coaster Nation.
"It’s a full-scale Halloween event packed with heart-pounding horror, secret bars, horror boutique, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned scare-seeker or a first-time visitor, Hush Haunted Attraction is where fear comes to life," the Hush website notes.
Tickets start at $20.
Niles Scream Park
Open Fridays, Saturdays and some Sundays until November: Located in southwest Michigan, the haunted attraction has been ranked among the best by Coaster Nation and Haunted Attraction Magazine.
"The Niles Scream Park offers 44 acres of blood-curdling fear! Unlike other haunted houses, Niles rebuilds all six major attractions each year to provide you with completely new and unique shows," the park website says.
Hours are 7-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday through Oct. 31, 7-10 p.m. on Sundays in October. Also 7-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Nov. 6-7. Tickets are timed.
When is Halloween 2026?
Halloween is always on Oct. 31, according to Old Farmer's Almanac. Halloween falls on a Saturday in 2026. Daylight Saving Timeends on Nov. 1, giving revelers an extra hour of fun.
Is Halloween a federal holiday?
Halloween is considered a "commonly celebrated" holiday, but it is not a federal holiday, according to USA.gov. Banks will be open and stores are likely to operate during their normal hours.
USA Today contributed.
This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: 5 haunted attractions from U.P. to state line. Where to get spooked
