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Future Nightmares

2027 dates TBA Spooky

Haunted house in Des Moines, IA. 3800 Merle Hay Rd, Suite 1251, Des Moines, IA

Type: Haunted house
Dates: 2027 dates TBA
Hours: 2026 Halloween shows: Oct 10, 17, 23-24, 30-31, 8-10 PM
Cost: 2026: $30-$100
Scare level: Spooky

Seated sci-fi horror show inside Merle Hay Mall that uses lighting, sound and animated props. It runs year-round with extra shows in October.

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