HAA Top Haunts 2025

Published by October 17, 2025 Category: Chicago Haunted House Announcements

The Haunted Attraction Association (HAA), the official association of the haunt industry, has certified haunts across the country as official “Top Haunted Attractions.” To be certified, attractions must be a member of HAA and meet a list of 10 criteria relating back to the mission of HAA – to protect customers, promote haunted attractions, and educate industry professionals.

Attractions are then recognized at one of three levels based on their years of operation and annual attendance:

  • Silver: 2+ years and 3,000+ annual guests
  • Gold: 5+ years and 5,000+ annual guests
  • Iconic (Platinum): 10+ years and 10,000+ annual guests

We are very proud that (5) of our Chicagoland area attractions were recognized in this year’s listing!
(in alphabetic order)

“Iconic”/Platinum

13th Floor Chicago in Schiller Park, IL
https://13thfloorchicago.com/

HellsGate Haunted House in Lockport, IL
https://www.hellsgate.com/

Niles Scream Park in Niles, MI
https://haunted.org/

Realm of Terror Haunted House in Round Lake Beach, IL
https://www.realmofterror.com/

Gold

The Old Joliet Haunted Prison in Joliet, IL
https://hauntedprison.com/

Congratulations!! Be sure to check out their amazing shows—along with more than 45 other options within 100 miles of Chicago!

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