Haunted Field of Screams wins Westword’s Best Haunted House for 2025

Westword named Haunted Field of Screams the Best Haunted House in its 2025 Best of Denver coverage, giving the Thornton attraction a boost heading into its 2026 season. The recognition spotlights the Colorado haunt’s scale, production value and new site changes for visitors this fall.

Why it matters: - Westword’s recognition reinforces Haunted Field of Screams as one of Colorado’s marquee Halloween attractions. - The honor may help drive interest as the Thornton haunt enters its 26th season. - The award highlights an experience built around scale, set design and repeat visitation.

What happened: - Westword named Haunted Field of Screams Best Haunted House in its 2025 Best of Denver coverage. - The attraction is located on McKay Road in Thornton, Colorado. - Haunted Field of Screams is Colorado’s largest haunted attraction. - The recognition carries into the attraction’s 2026 season. - Tickets and schedule details are available at hauntedfieldofscreams.com.

The details: - Haunted Field of Screams turns a 40-acre cornfield into multiple haunted houses each fall. - The attraction also includes a wooded chase sequence and cornfield walk-through elements. - A cast of costumed actors rebuilds sets and story elements from year to year. - Guest feedback has described the acting and set design as standout features. - One guest review called the experience immersive and disorienting in the best way. - The site has been reworked for the 2026 season so returning guests have something new to experience. - The attraction is open select nights each fall. - Haunted Field of Screams is not recommended for children. - The attraction is built inside an 11-mile stretch long rumored to be Colorado’s most haunted road. - The full experience is titled “A Ride to the Riverdale Gates of Hell.”

Between the lines: - The award and the refreshed layout suggest Haunted Field of Screams is leaning on both familiarity and novelty. - The attraction’s repeated reinvention appears designed to reward repeat visitors while preserving its core identity. - Westword’s pick also gives the Thornton haunt a local credibility boost in a crowded seasonal entertainment market.

What’s next: - Haunted Field of Screams will open for its 2026 season on select nights each fall. - Visitors can expect a redesigned site with updated experiences across the property. - More information is available through the attraction’s website and social channels.

The bottom line: - Westword’s 2025 title cements Haunted Field of Screams’ place as a top Denver-area haunted attraction heading into another fall season.