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Slaughterhouse

2027 dates TBA Very scary

Haunted house in Des Moines, IA. 500 Locust St, Des Moines, IA

Type: Haunted house
Dates: 2027 dates TBA
Hours: 2026: Sep 25-Nov 1 on select nights; timed tickets
Cost: 2026: $30-$45 before taxes and fees
Scare level: Very scary

Large permanent haunted house downtown with theme-park-style sets and big animated props. It uses timed entry and adds special event nights each season.

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