We’re excited to share some incredible news with our fans and the Cincinnati community.
The Dent Schoolhouse has been named a 2026 Reader’s Choice Winner by Cincinnati Magazine in the City Life – Haunted House category!
This recognition means even more because it comes directly from the people who matter most — our guests.
Voted One of Cincinnati’s Favorite Haunted Experiences
Each year, Cincinnati Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Awards highlight the best experiences across the region, based on votes from local readers.
Being selected in the Haunted House category reflects what our team works toward every season:
Movie-quality sets and environments
Unique, over-the-top scares you won’t find anywhere else
A constantly evolving attraction with new scenes each year
A full night out experience with the Monster Midway, food, games, and entertainment
Most importantly, it shows the incredible support from our fans across the Tri-State.
Built for the Community, Powered by Our Fans
For more than three decades, The Dent Schoolhouse has grown because of the passion of our guests. Many of you visit year after year, bring friends, share your experiences online, and help spread the word that Cincinnati is home to one of the nation’s premier haunted attractions.
Awards like this aren’t just about recognition — they’re a reflection of the community that has made The Dent Schoolhouse a fall tradition.
To see the full Reader’s Choice list, visit: https://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/readers-choice/
The Screams Return This Fall
The Dent Schoolhouse returns for the 2026 season:
🎃 September – October: Main Haunted Attraction
🌑 November: Lights Out
🎄 December: A Christmas Nightmare
Each season brings new scares, updated scenes, and unforgettable experiences.
If you’re looking for the best haunted house in Cincinnati, now’s the perfect time to start planning your visit.
Thank You, Cincinnati!
To everyone who voted, visited, and supported us — thank you. This award belongs to our guests just as much as our cast and crew.
We can’t wait to welcome you back this fall for another season of screams.
