LeFrak Center Launches Haunted Hotel in Brooklyn
The Prospect Park facility offers a new spooky attraction alongside its traditional seasonal Harvest Festival events.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Seasonal Events
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The LeFrak Center at Lakeside in Brooklyn has opened a new 7,680-square-foot Haunted Hotel experience. The attraction features live actors and runs alongside the center's existing Harvest Festival programming.
Why it matters
These seasonal activities provide local residents with immersive entertainment options throughout the autumn season. The festival and its associated attractions remain accessible to the public through the beginning of November.
The Haunted Hotel spans 7,680 square feet and requires 20 to 25 minutes to complete. Entry is recommended for visitors aged 13 and older, with group sizes capped at a maximum of 8 participants.
The players
LeFrak Center at Lakeside
Located in Prospect Park, this facility serves as a multipurpose recreational hub for the Brooklyn community.
The details
The experience begins with a simulated elevator ride before visitors traverse a series of hotel-themed rooms staffed by actors. Meanwhile, the Harvest Festival includes pumpkin picking, a corn maze, and tarot readings that range from $15 to $30.
Timeline
October 29-31, 2026: Theatrical performances of The Cruel Mother occur.
October 31, 2026: Public skating opens at the center.
November 1, 2026: The Fall Festival at Lakeside closes.
Industry Dynamics
The introduction of an immersive horror attraction follows broader trends of venues utilizing interactive, high-production-value experiences to drive seasonal engagement. This expansion reflects a strategy to diversify the recreational offerings provided at the LeFrak Center at Lakeside.
Visitors can access the Harvest Festival with a $20 all-access pass or pay for individual activities like the $5 corn maze. The Haunted Hotel requires separate tickets, which are priced lower on Mondays compared to the rest of the week.
The takeaway
Visitors planning to attend the Haunted Hotel should prioritize Monday visits to secure the lower $20 ticket price. Ensure that all members of your group meet the recommended age requirement of 13 and older before booking.
What happens next
Public skating is scheduled to open at the LeFrak Center on October 31, 2026, followed by the conclusion of the Fall Festival on November 1, 2026.
Further reading
Explore more seasonal activities across New York City Seasonal Events.
More information
Find full attraction details and ticketing information on the LeFrak Center information portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Brooklyn Paper.
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