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INDIANA’S ULTIMATE HAUNTED HOUSE

BEST INDIANAPOLIS HAUNTED HOUSE - THE THIRTEENTH HOUR

WHAT MAKES US INDIANA’S TOP-RATED HAUNTED HOUSE?

The Thirteenth Hour Haunted Attraction is one of the largest and most detailed haunted house events in Indiana, located right here in Indianapolis. Unlike traditional haunted houses, The Thirteenth Hour is a story-driven experience, where five immersive attractions unfold as connected chapters in a single terrifying journey.

Every detail is designed for maximum fear—from movie-quality sets and special effects to elaborate makeup, costumes, and high-tech sound and lighting. Combined with outstanding guest service, it’s no wonder we’re ranked the #1 Haunted House in Indiana, consistently rated among the Top 13 Haunted Houses in the U.S. by Yelp, and recognized as one of Indy’s favorite fall and Halloween attractions.

👉 Don’t just take our word for it—see our awards and reviews or plan your visit today.

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INDIANAPOLIS HAUNTED HOUSE THEMES

The Thirteenth Hour is a no-touch story driven haunted house experience.

2025 ATTRACTIONS - UPDATES THROUGHOUT + 1 ALL NEW ATTRACTION


RIFT 13 at The Thirteenth Hour in Indianapolis

ALL NEW FOR 2025

A new time has been unlocked. The breach is open… and something ancient has slipped through, bringing with it horrors that defy explanation. Once you cross the threshold, the fabric of reality begins to unravel.

From the depths of a forgotten temple to the edge of time itself, RIFT // 13 pushes beyond every previous expedition. With towering sets, immersive effects, and unrelenting fear, this all-new finale at The Thirteenth Hour Haunted House in Indianapolis will test your courage—and there’s no guarantee you’ll make it back.

CARTOCKER EXPEDITIONS at The Thirteenth Hour in Indianapolis

VERSION 3.1

Step into the launch point of your terrifying journey. Using proprietary time-travel technology, Cartocker Expeditions transports you across the ages and deep into the world of The Thirteenth Hour Haunted House.

Prepare for hi-tech scares, massive set pieces, and fully immersive show scenes that place you inside the story. With new characters, more terrifying encounters, and an extended adventure, Cartocker Expeditions 3.0 is the ultimate way to begin your night inside one of Indiana’s top-rated haunted attractions.

"Widows Revenge Cemetery" at The Thirteenth Hour in Indianapolis

THE DEAD RISE

In 1903, undertaker Heinrich Chapel shocked Indianapolis with his plan to build a mass underground grave. Whispers say the widow who mourned there never left—her cries drift through the night, a warning to all who dare to enter.

Perched above a shadowy lake, the Widow’s Revenge Cemetery surrounds you with New Orleans–style crypts, towering monuments, and immersive special effects. This haunted cemetery is a chilling chapter of The Thirteenth Hour Haunted House in Indianapolis, where fear waits behind every stone.

'The Cathedral of Souls' At The Thirteenth Hour in Indianapolis

NEW UPGRADES FOR 2025

On October 1, 1913, thirteen visitors entered a crumbling cathedral in Indianapolis—and were never seen again. The ruins still stand, echoing with whispers of the vanished and the dark rituals that claimed them.

A fan favorite at The Thirteenth Hour Haunted House, the Cathedral of Souls returns with new scenes, Gothic set design, elaborate costumes, interactive performers, and custom audio. This haunted cathedral is one of the most atmospheric and terrifying chapters in Indiana’s top-rated haunted attraction.

A spooky, old, haunted house with a fountain in front, illuminated in blue light, featuring a decorative yellow sign that reads 'Sharpe Orphanage 1901' with ornate gold accents. At The Thirteenth Hour in Indianapolis

DOUBLE THE SIZE IN 2025

The Sisters of Perpetual Sorrow rule the halls of the Sharpe Family Orphanage, keeping every child in line with strict discipline and darker intentions. Step inside and you’ll quickly learn that following the rules may be the only way to survive.

Now expanded for 2025, the Orphanage is larger and more terrifying than ever before. Featuring some of our most epic set design, new nightmare-inducing scenes, and unpredictable scares, this chapter of The Thirteenth Hour Haunted House in Indianapolis proves that things inside the orphanage are never what they seem.

MORE THAN JUST A HAUNTED HOUSE

EXPANDED IN 2025

Along your journey through The Thirteenth Hour Haunted House in Indianapolis, you’ll pause in Purgatory—a midway space designed to let you catch your breath before the terror continues. Towering photo ops and an all-new merch shop make this stop a must for guests who want to take a piece of the nightmare home.

On select Fridays and Saturdays in October, the Purgatory Bar opens to serve beer, wine, and hard seltzers. Once you’ve recovered, it’s time to step back into the darkness and face the final chapter of your haunted adventure, RIFT 13

TICKETING INFORMATION

TIME SLOTS SELL OUT IN ADVANCE

We recommend purchasing tickets online and in advance.

LIMITED CAPACITY

On select dates, we limit the number of tickets per time-slot to reduce wait times and ensure the best experience possible.

PREMIUM TICKET OPTIONS

Reduce or eliminate your wait with Fast Lane and Instant Access options.

LOCATION

 

The Thirteenth Hour Haunted Attraction

915 S. Shortridge Rd.

Indianapolis, Indiana 46202

Parking is FREE but limited. Please reduce the number of vehicles your group is taking to our event.

THRILLS + CHILLS ALL YEAR LONG

WE HOST IMMERSIVE THEMED EVENTS ALL YEAR

We host events at our Haunted House all year long! Don’t wait for Halloween to experience the entertainment, fun, and screams only The Thirteenth Hour can give you! Explore our other events at the link below: