Elaborate light shows and decorations aren’t just for Christmas anymore! A growing number of enthusiasts are decorating their houses for Halloween, both with spooky light shows, projections and other haunted elements.
Read on for a list of “Halloween Houses” that you can visit in the Triangle. Most of these are attractions to enjoy from the street or sidewalk, although there may be some with interactive features.
As Halloween draws closer, we’ll update with what we learn about each of these displays, like the dates they’ll be available, and we’ll add more if we hear about them. If you have a show that should be included, please email info@triangleonthecheap.com and tell us all about it! We’ll add it, as time allows!
Please keep in mind that all of these attractions are at private homes. Please respect their property and the be exceedingly courteous to their neighbors. Don’t block anyone’s driveway or go on anyone’s property. If they have a Facebook or Instagram page, please follow it, as schedules might change.
Raleigh and Garner
Deadford Manor
10839 Bedfordtown Drive, Raleigh, NC
Deadford Manor is a singing skeleton show! It features a gang of animatronic singing skeletons who perform different songs and bits over the course of roughly 15-20 minute shows. Each year so far has featured a new theme and some fun new props.
The show is family friendly and tends to be pretty campy and silly. The show is free, but since the show only happens at certain times, you should check the Facebook page for the latest updates. Opening night is October 10, 2025.
Also, visit their website for information on their fundraiser for St. Jude.
Howlington West — Seasonal Residence of the Undead
2524 Big Buck Lane, Garner NC
“Howlington West – Seasonal Residence of the Undead” is an acre walk-through attraction of eerie vignettes. It features themed zones like a haunted dock scene, a bone-chilling skeletal strip club entrance (affectionately dubbed the Bone Zone), custom lighting, sound, animatronics, and hand-built props. It’s spooky, clever, and full of Halloween spirit. Follow the Howlington West Yard Haunt Facebook page for updates and times.
5 Points Nightmare
710 New Road, Raleigh, NC
Haunted yard. Feel free to walk down the driveway and pathway to see the decor close-up and maybe set off some frights. There are animatronics, projector displays and giant-sized monsters. On Halloween they will be giving out full-sized candy bars and hot ciders, and there will be live scare actors! Follow them on Instagram.com/5pointsnightmare.
Edward’s Battle Haunted House
9401 S. Mere Court, Raleigh, NC
Edward’s Battle Haunted House is the project of a Raleigh teen who has battled cancer. Every year since he received his cancer diagnosis he has created a haunted attraction for Halloween.
It’s free to enjoy, but donations are accepted for charities that help kids with cancer.
Edward’s Battle Haunted House’s first night is October 18, 2025. Look for updates on Edward’s Battle Haunted House Facebook page.
Oakwood Halloween
504 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC
This house in the Historic Oakwood neighborhood is a destination for trick-or-treaters and Halloween fans from all over Raleigh and beyond. It boasts tons of life-sized Halloween characters and many more decorations. The whole neighborhood joins in. The neighborhood will be giving out over 1 million pieces of candy on Halloween! Follow along on oakwoodhalloween.com.
Sutphen Manor Halloween Trail
3200 Beane Drive, Raleigh, NC
Incredible walk-through trail. Open daily through October 31, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. Free and kid-friendly. Visit @sutphen.about.her on Instagram.
Wake Forest
Wood Family Light Shows
6600 Austin Creek Drive, Wake Forest, NC
Wood Family Light Shows presents a light show for Halloween and Christmas.It runs every Friday to Sunday though Halloween, from 7 to 9 p.m. Follow Wood Family Light Shows on Facebook for updates.
Orange County
Holidays on Boone Street
358 Boone Street, Chapel Hill, NC
Holidays on Boone Street features a haunted yard and a projection show. These homeowners also present a Christmas projection show.
The show is live as of October 2, 2025. Come by 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Look for updates on their Facebook page.
Cary and Apex
Dreaded Meadow
1007 Dresden Meadow, Cary, NC
This is a walk-thru attraction. The farther back you go, the scarier it gets! The best area for young children will be along the edge of the road and along the driveway.
Follow Dreaded Meadow on Facebook for updates, dates and times.
House in Apex
3424 South Pointe Drive, Apex, NC
Lots of large, scary props and projections. See video here.
Eastern Wake County
The Haunting on Hillard
Hillard Lane, Wendell, NC
Great display! Facebook page here. Raising money for St. Jude.
Skeletons for St. Jude
Skeletons for St. Jude’s a grassroots project where people decorate their yard with massive skeletons for Halloween, and invite guests to make a donation to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.
Learn more on skeletonsforhope.org.
Chris says
Come check out our display A Nightmare on New Road! We have a haunted yard where you can walk down the driveway and pathway to see our decor up close and maybe set off some frights. There are animatronics, projector displays, and giant sized monsters. https://www.instagram.com/5pointsnightmare?igsh=OTJrYW9iZHpseWtk