During a now-annual tradition, Tiffany sneaks off with her friends to a haunted campground to celebrate her 18th birthday, despite strict warnings from her father, Brian. Determined to prove she's mature enough to handle herself, Tiffany ignores the tales of a ghastly killer supposedly haunting the campgrounds. Meanwhile, Brian enlists the help of his no-nonsense Aunt Madea, along with her comical pals Bam and Hattie, to bring Tiffany back safely. Their comedic antics and bickering set the stage as they embark on a spooky rescue mission.

As they reach the site, strange occurrences begin to unfold. Unsettling noises, shadowy figures, and chilling encounters ramp up the tension. Tiffany and her friends find themselves in increasingly precarious situations, realizing too late that the legends might be real after all. Madea and her crew must navigate these frightening events to protect Tiffany and her friends from the dangers lurking in the dark, all while dealing with their own hilarious misadventures. The tension builds as everyone races against time to escape the campground in one piece, blending humor with horror as the night progresses.