Nightmare on 13th
Haunted attraction · Salt Lake City · Utah
Utah's longest-running indoor haunted attraction, going on 35 years of Hollywood-quality sets in a warehouse south of downtown Salt Lake. Two haunts run under one roof, Nightmare Haunted House and Institute of Terror, with an all-new third attraction announced for 2026.
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Plan your visit
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 Nightmare on 13th’s own coordinates and elevation (1290 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Nightmare on 13th on the map
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Plan from a city
Frequently asked
- When does Nightmare on 13th 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 Nightmare on 13th best for?
- Salt Lake thrill-seekers who want a big indoor haunt.
- How do I get to Nightmare on 13th?
- Nightmare on 13th 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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