Delaware: Haunted Happenings & Halloween Highlights

Delaware may be small, but it’s got plenty of ghost tours, haunted attractions, and fall fun right now. Here’s what’s going on this week and weekend:

👻 Highlighted Delaware Spooky Events

1. Frightland Haunted Attractions (Middletown, DE)
One of Delaware’s biggest haunted draw-cards, Frightland features eight terrifying attractions including multiple haunted houses and a haunted hayride. Check their schedule for times. Frightland

2. Hauntings in History Walking Tours (New Castle)
Fridays & Saturdays through October, these historic ghost walks explore Victorian customs, legendary crimes, and paranormal tales around New Castle’s cobbled streets. visitdelaware.com+1

3. Fort Delaware Night Tours
Board a ferry after dark and explore this former Civil War harbor defense site. Tours run Friday and Saturday evenings through late October, offering chilling stories and atmospheric exploration. Delaware Today

4. Halloween at Hagley
On Saturday, October 25 (11 AM–3 PM), Hagley hosts a trick-or-treat trail across their grounds. Costumed guests wander through treat stations and the historic property. hagley.org

5. Sea Witch Festival — Rehoboth Beach
While more of a festival than a fright fest, the Sea Witch® Festival brings parades, costume contests, street performances, and beachside fun. It’s a community staple. beach-fun.com