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.
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
A family in Raleigh is once again going the extra mile to bring Halloween enjoyment to the neighborhood! Deadford Manor is a singing skeleton show in the front yard at 10839 Bedfordtown Drive, Raleigh, NC.
This incredible interactive display features multiple skeletons that sing and tell jokes. The family describes it as a “hobby that turned into an obsession.” And lucky for Raleigh it did, because this is an amazing show!
It’s free to visit, but please be considerate to neighbors, and not block driveways.
The shows take place on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from October 3 to 31, 2026, at 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 8 p.m.
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 will be going on October 23, 24, 25, and 30, 2026. 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, 2026. 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, and 6 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 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. The theme this year is The Upside Down Light Show. Follow Wood Family Light Shows on Facebook for updates.
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. Opening night is October 9, 2026. It will be open Thursdays through Sundays through Halloween, but maybe other nights too. 6 to 10 p.m.
Follow Dreaded Meadow on Facebook for updates, as well as important information about parking. Please consider donating to one of the causes that they’re raising money for.
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
Michele says
My son and I went and saw yours last year, it was great coming to check it out again thisnyear. I have my house done not as much though and I’m in fuquay angier area never get people in my area which is awful but I still put everything up for my son and I lol