Horrorland Has Returned to Jungle Island
The annual scream park is hosting visitors on Watson Island through November 1.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Horror
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Local performer Marcos Morillon has transformed into the character The Mayhem as Horrorland opens for its seventh year at Jungle Island. This seasonal attraction allows residents to experience immersive scares as part of the wider Halloween industry.
Why it matters
The scream park offers a creative escape for local actors balancing full-time careers with seasonal performances. It marks a staple of the regional Halloween season as nationwide spending on holiday-related activities continues to grow.
Horrorland is marking its seventh year of operations in South Florida, contributing to a massive nationwide sector that sees $1 billion in haunted house ticket sales. Total American spending on Halloween is projected to exceed $13 billion this year.
The players
Marcos Morillon
A local wholesale ice salesman who performs as the character The Mayhem at Horrorland.
Horrorland
An annual scream park and haunted attraction currently operating at Jungle Island.
The details
At Jungle Island, actors like Morillon use detailed makeup and colored contact lenses to portray their characters throughout the park. The attraction remains open on select nights for residents looking for seasonal entertainment. The site continues its operations as part of the annual South Florida fall tradition.
Timeline
October 10, 2026
Through November 1, 2026
Beyond the 305
Horrorland's seventh year in Miami follows the steady rise of immersive haunted houses as a dominant segment of the national Halloween economy. This local attraction mirrors the broader trend of professionalized seasonal entertainment that has turned spook-themed venues into billion-dollar businesses.
Residents planning a visit to the park should check the schedule for specific operating nights before heading to Jungle Island. The attraction runs through November 1, offering a local option for those contributing to the season's significant consumer spending.
The takeaway
Horrorland remains a major part of the regional Halloween scene for both actors and thrill-seekers. Keep an eye on the park's official dates through November 1 if you plan to visit the grounds at Jungle Island.
Further reading
Explore more local seasonal events and thrill-seeking opportunities in our Horror section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CBS News.
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