COMING FROM ROCHELLE
The Haunted House Near Rochelle
Twisted Crypt is about 40 minutes from Rochelle, straight up I-39 to Rockford’s east side.
40 minDrive from Rochelle
28Miles
FreeParking
100%Indoors
Getting here from Rochelle
- Take I-39 north toward Rockford.
- Exit onto US-20 west (the bypass), then take the Alpine Road exit and go north about 3 miles.
- Turn right on East State Street. In under a mile, turn left on Newtowne Drive. We’re behind Tom & Jerry’s and Uncle Nick’s.
Twisted Crypt Haunted House, 5420 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108. Drive times are estimates; check traffic before you go.
When we’re open
- 2026 season: September 18 to October 31
- Fridays & Saturdays 7–11 PM, Sundays 7–10 PM
- Halloween week opens at 6:30 PM, including Thursday, Oct 29
Tickets
- General Admission $20
- FastPass $30: skip the line
- VIP $40: straight to the front, past both lines, plus a souvenir lanyard and badge
Buy online, or pay at the door with cash, card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Compare passes
Good to know
- Recommended for ages 13 and up. Guests 16 and younger must be with an adult.
- Younger kids? The Crypt Kids Lights On Tour (lights on, candy and small toys, $7 per person) is Saturday, Oct 17, 4–6 PM.
- 100% indoors with a covered line, free parking and wheelchair access.
Questions From Rochelle
How far is Twisted Crypt from Rochelle?
About 40 minutes, or roughly 28 miles, via I-39.
When is Twisted Crypt open?
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from September 18 through Halloween, with extra hours Halloween week. All dates
Is it worth the trip?
Twisted Crypt has been named an Official Top Ten Haunted House in Illinois six times, most recently in 2025. See the awards
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