Not far from NYC, Pure Terror Scream Park in Monroe, NY, is back for the 2026 season. Certified by Guinness World Records as the world’s longest haunted attraction, this legendary Hudson Valley horror destination packs 10 massive indoor haunted houses into one terrifying, action-packed location.
Whether you’re taking the Metro-North to Harriman or driving up Route 17M, this isn’t your average neighborhood haunted house. Pure Terror combines incredible set design, professional scare actors, and blood-curdling special effects.
Pure Terror Scream Park (Monroe, NY)
18 September 2026 19:00 + more dates
What to expect at Pure Terror Scream Park
Alongside fan-favorite nightmare realms like Bedlam State Asylum, The Crypt, and Panic Attack Extreme, the park is unleashing an all-new attraction for the 2026 season: Gargoyle Den.
The 2026 Haunted Lineup:
- Gargoyle Den (Brand-New for 2026!)
- Panic Attack Extreme
- Scapegrace High
- Bedlam State Asylum
- The Crypt
- Resurrection Cemetery
- Psycho Circus
- Desecration
- Legends of Horror
- Pumpkin Alley
Despite the spine-tingling scares, Pure Terror doubles as a full autumn day trip. Inside the Monster Courtyard & Midway, you can unwind with seasonal drinks, photo ops, horror merch, and classic carnival treats before heading back home.
How to Get There From NYC:
- 🚗 By Car (~50–60 Mins from Manhattan): Take the George Washington Bridge to I-87 North (NYS Thruway). Take Exit 16 for Route 17 West to Exit 129 (Museum Village Rd.), which leads directly to 1008 NY-17M. Parking is available on-site.
- 🚌 By Direct Bus (Coach USA / ShortLine): Catch the ShortLine bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal straight to the Monroe Park & Ride. The park is less than a 10-minute walk (or a quick 2-minute ride-share) from the drop-off.
- 🚆 By Train (Metro-North): Take the NJ Transit / Metro-North Port Jervis Line out of Penn Station (transferring at Secaucus) or Hoboken to the Harriman Station. From Harriman, grab an Uber or Lyft for the final 10-minute drive to the park
Know before you go
- Dates: Running select nights from September 18 through Sunday, November 1, 2026 (Friday–Sunday operation, plus a special Thursday opening on October 29).
- Location: 1008 NY-17M, Monroe, NY 10950 (~45–60 minute drive from Manhattan).
- Tickets: On sale now online starting at $44.98. Time slots routinely sell out on peak October weekends, so secure yours before they vanish into the dark!
Secure your spot and snag tickets below with your favorite ghoul before the Halloween rush happens!
Pure Terror Scream Park (Monroe, NY)
18 September 2026 19:00 + more dates