Dark Harbor at The Queen Mary Returns to Long Beach
In Long Beach, spooky season arrives with the launch of Dark Harbor at the Queen Mary.
This annual, Halloween-themed festivity transforms the historic ship into a frightening theme park, featuring haunted mazes where spirits lurk to scare you. There are also rides, bars, and many new experiences at Dark Harbor for 2026. Read below for all the details, if you dare! Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor is here from September 18 to November 1, 2026.
HAUNTED MAZES
Feel the fear and fright mixed in with immersive fun by exploring Dark Harbor’s haunted mazes, some of which blend in actual stories of the paranormal from the Queen Mary (1126 Queens Hwy). This year's mazes include Shipwrecked: Brace for Impact, new for 2026! Lullaby: Teddy’s Revenge and Infirmary: The Siren Song have been reimagined for 2026. Also returning are Big Top Terror: Carnival of Chaos, Voodoo: The Queen’s Curse, and Breakout Maximum Security.
ADD-ON EXPERIENCES
Ready to take the scares up a notch? Add on a special theatrical experience aboard the Queen Mary during your Dark Harbor visit. Check out Spirits of Dark Harbor, a cocktail experience paired with stories of the Queen Mary’s paranormal history, Scary Mary’s Dark Seance with Lady Mabel, and Gale’s Requiem, a stunning performance featuring music, machinery, and spirits from the past. Additional experiences include group astrology readings with Lady Mabel, access to hidden speakeasies, escape games, and personal tour guides.
CARNIVAL RIDES
A fall carnival atmosphere surrounds the Queen Mary, where you can take a break from the haunted mazes to get your thrills by defying gravity. New rides in 2026 include Alien Abduction and Blacklight Bumper Cars. Returning rides include Sinister Swings and Rampage Double Wheel, providing a bird’s eye view of the entire Dark Harbor.
ENTERTAINMENT
EEach night begins with the Maiden Voyage Launch Party at The Shipyard, where The Captain calls upon all the monsters to terrify guests of Dark Harbor. After that, DJs keep the dance floor moving all night long. Enjoy the Ringmaster’s Halloween Carnival with sideshow entertainers, fire performers and drag queens. The night ends with the Final Voyage, a wild Latin and hip hop dance party at The Shipyard that begins one hour before Dark Harbor closes.
FOOD AND DRINK
Themed bars and lounges are located throughout Dark Harbor, serving cocktails, mocktails, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages to quench your thirst between thrills. Food options include street food and snacks, like fries, tacos, hot chicken, kettle corn, funnel cake, kebabs, smash burgers, hot dogs, and dirty sodas. VIP passes include exclusive access to The Lookout Lounge, with food and beverages available for purchase.
TICKETS
Tickets are available for purchase on the Dark Harbor website. Purchase tickets early to ensure the lowest prices and availability on your desired date. General admission tickets start at $58.99, with available upgrades including reduced wait times at mazes, early entry and access to VIP-only bars and speakeasies. You can also purchase tickets that include discounts on Dark Harbor merchandise and photo packages.
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