Fear Factory SLC
Haunted attraction · Salt Lake City · Utah
A haunt built into a derelict cement plant in Salt Lake's industrial west side: six buildings, some six stories high, plus two underground passages. Buzzfeed ranked it #3 in the world, and USA Today and the Travel Channel have both put it in the US top ten.
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Plan your visit
Select nights
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: October 11–October 15
Color builds from September 28 · mostly bare by November 4
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Fear Factory SLC’s own coordinates and elevation (1294 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Frequently asked
- When is Fear Factory SLC open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Sep 18 – Nov 1. Select nights. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does Fear Factory SLC peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 11–October 15 (best estimate October 13). Color starts around September 28 and is mostly bare by November 4.
- What is Fear Factory SLC best for?
- Haunt fans who want scale and vertical sets.
- How do I get to Fear Factory SLC?
- Fear Factory SLC is in Salt Lake City. The closest city is Salt Lake City, about 1 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Utah's fall lineup.
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