🎃 Wilmington, DE · Halloween 2026
Halloween Ghost Ship — Wilmington, DE
Halloween Ghost Ship brings Halloween to Wilmington for the 2026 season — october 17, 2026 at Kalmar Nyckel Foundation.
🎯 WILMINGTON, DE📅 October 17, 2026📍 Kalmar Nyckel Foundation🔞 13+ RECOMMENDED🎟 TICKETED
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For thrill-seekers in Wilmington, Halloween Ghost Ship delivers a full-throttle haunted house experience this Halloween season. Professional sets, relentless scare actors, and immersive storylines make it a standout among 2026 haunts.
📋 Event Details
📍 Venue: Kalmar Nyckel Foundation — 1124 E. Seventh St., Wilmington, DE
📅 Dates: October 17, 2026
🕐 Hours: 4:00pm–8:00pm
🎫 Price: Free
👶 Ages: All ages
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: See official event page
🎃 Local Insight Ratings
Best for: Teenagers, date nights, and hardcore haunt fans chasing the biggest scares.
💡 Know Before You Go
🎃 Wear closed-toe shoes — you’ll be moving through dark, uneven sets; leave the costume pieces that drag at home.
🎃 13+ is the sweet spot — younger kids are allowed with adults at most haunts but rarely last the whole walkthrough.
🎃 Buy tickets online in advance — weekend nights regularly sell out, and online prices are usually lower than the door.
🎃 Arrive early or go on weeknights — Friday and Saturday lines can top an hour; Sunday–Thursday means shorter waits.
🎃 Know the scare rules — actors won’t touch you, but strobes, fog, and loud sounds are constant; skip it if you’re sensitive.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Halloween Ghost Ship too scary for kids?
This is an intense haunted attraction recommended for ages 13 and up. Younger children are generally admitted with an adult but the experience includes strobes, fog, loud noises, and graphic scenes.
When is Halloween Ghost Ship open for Halloween 2026?
Halloween Ghost Ship runs October 17, 2026. Hours are typically evenings — check the official site for the exact nightly schedule, as hours vary by day of week.
How much are tickets to Halloween Ghost Ship?
General admission is ticketed; prices vary by night with peak pricing on Fridays, Saturdays, and Halloween week. Free. Buy online ahead for the best price and guaranteed entry.
