The Fear PDX fancies itself “Portland’s Scariest Haunted House,” so this is targeted at more hardcore haunt-seekers (organizers warn those with heart conditions or high blood pressure). There are several distinct haunted houses and “scare zones.” But outside the classic mansion, toxic waste–filled pumpkin farm, and clown-filled fun house, the Fear boasts several escape rooms, like the Slasher Shed, Chopped (nothing like the cooking show), and one tantalizingly titled Tormented that’s listed with no further information.

12219 NE Glisan St

In October, Sellwood staple Oaks Park turns to the dark side, hosting three haunted houses in addition to its usual theme park rides and carnival-style games. This year’s festivities include a theater haunted by horror movie villains, a ghoulish royal court guarded by a dragon (“Can you escape the fortress before it consumes you?” Probs.), and a chance to join the ranks of a secret monster-slaying organization. Look out for family night (every Sunday in October), and don’t miss zombie archery. 

7805 SE Oaks Park Way

North Portland’s Underhill takes over 40,000 square feet of the Veterans Memorial Coliseum for the spookiest month of the year. The namesake haunted mansion, a vampiric lair, anchors two additional exhibits: an alien-infested spaceship wreck, and, new this year, a swampy witches bog. Younger audiences can check out Monster Fest on October 20 and 27, where the haunted areas will be open for roaming in blessed, broad daylight.

300 N Winning Way

Have you ever wanted to be a part of a horror movie? To each their own, but if so, this Clark County drive-in experience has you covered. You’ll watch a movie in the safety of your car while Halloween horrors lurk just outside your doors, on brand with the night’s screening. This year’s lineup ranges from low-key, family-night flicks, like Ghostbusters and Hocus Pocus, to the complete opposite: The Blair Witch Project, Friday the 13th, The Nun II. What’s screening October 31? Halloween (1978), of course. 

17402 NE Delfel Rd

Milwaukie's Davis Graveyard was started in 1997 by Halloween-obsessed couple Chris and Jeff Davis. Every year they transform their property into a spooky spectacle that passersby can come and view for free. That price is right, but it’s not an interactive experience—you’ll be viewing the intricate graves from the other side of a fence. Actors and a team of crafting experts all help put on the production, which draws hundreds of people every year.

8703 SE 43^rd Ave

This Hubbard hair-raiser is split into two attractions: the Dark, a series of chambers guests work their way through in complete darkness, hoping to avoid various ghosts and ghouls, and the Manor, a house haunted by the ghost of a killer kid who murdered her parents. You can calm your nerves or fuel up for the adventure at the site’s grill, which offers bacon-infused funnel cakes, fresh curly fries, and apple cider.

11503 Broadacres Rd

In October, the whole city of St. Helens transforms into Halloweentown, the fictional setting for the 1998 Disney Channel movie of the same name, which was shot in and around the small Oregon town. There are many events to check out, but some of the main attractions include the Halloweentown Train, a museum of peculiarities and oddities, and a water shuttle to Sand Island (which runs an extra fee). Check Spirit of Halloweentown’s site for a month’s worth of events, including performances by drag duo Izohnny and Supernova the Strong Woman. 

275 Strand St