Haunted Abilene at Historic Swenson House
👻 Abilene, TX · Late October 2026 (dates TBA) · Downtown
Haunted HouseKid’s Hour + 13+ BonusFrom $15
Haunted Abilene is the most atmospheric Halloween event in Abilene, TX — the historic 1910 Swenson House transformed each October into a fully themed haunt with a new storyline every year (past themes include Pirates of the Scare-ibbean, Nightmares on Swenson Street, and Hollywood Horror). Now in its second decade, the event started in 2008 as a trolley tour and has grown into the biggest annual fundraiser for the volunteer-run Swenson House Historical Society. Great for older kids and teens, with a Kid’s Hour early on Saturday for younger children who want the daytime tour without the full scares.
📋 Event Details
📍 Venue: Historic Swenson House, 1726 Swenson Street, Abilene, TX 79603
📅 Dates: Two Friday–Saturday nights in late October 2026
🕐 Hours: Kid’s Hour Saturday 5:30–6:30 PM · Full Scare nightly 7:00–10:00 PM
🎫 Price: $15 haunted house · +$5 Bonus Scare Tour (13+) · kids 5 & under free
👶 Ages: All ages during Kid’s Hour · Bonus Scare is 13+ only
🚗 Parking: Free street parking · fills fast on weekend nights
⏱ Plan for: 45–60 min tour plus food trucks and vendors
🏢 Organizer: Swenson House Historical Society (501c3 nonprofit)
🎃 Local Insight Ratings
Family-Friendliness: 🎃🎃🎃🎃 4/5 — Kid’s Hour makes it work for young kids
Scare Level: 🎃🎃🎃 3/5 main tour · 🎃🎃🎃🎃 4/5 Bonus Scare
Photo-Worthiness: 🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃 5/5 — historic 1910 mansion with full theme decor
Budget: $ — $15 base is one of the best value haunts in West Texas
Best for: families with older kids, history buffs, first-time haunt visitors
💡 Know Before You Go
🎃 Buy tickets online before 10/23 — cheaper than at-the-door, and popular nights sell down early.
🎃 Bring cash for food trucks — outside vendors are cash-preferred.
🎃 Under-13 stick to Kid’s Hour — the Bonus Scare is genuinely intense for younger kids.
🎃 Support goes back into the house — proceeds fund maintenance of a Texas Commissioned Historical Landmark.
🎃 Watch for the theme reveal — announced in September on Facebook.
Always check the official Swenson House website (swensonhouse.com) and Facebook page for current dates, prices and theme announcements before attending. Find Halloween Near Me is an independent guide and is not affiliated with the Swenson House Historical Society.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is Haunted Abilene 2026?
Two Friday–Saturday nights in late October 2026 — usually the last two weekends before Halloween. Exact 2026 dates announced late summer on swensonhouse.com and Facebook.
How much does Haunted Abilene cost?
$15 for the main haunted house tour, plus an optional $5 Bonus Scare upgrade for guests 13 and older. Kids 5 and under are free with a paying adult.
Is Haunted Abilene appropriate for young kids?
The Full Scare tour (7–10 PM) is best for older kids and teens. On Saturday only, there’s a Kid’s Hour from 5:30–6:30 PM with a less scary daytime version for young children.