“Being six buildings and two underground passages is truly unique. “One of the things that sets us apart from anyone else in the world is our size,” Terry said. (Photo courtesy of Fear Factory’s website) according to the Haunted Attractions Association. Utah’s Fear Factory haunted house in Salt Lake City was named one of 2022’s best haunted attractions in the U.S. Over 100 actors are employed each year at Fear Factory.
According to Baker, the actors make the experience much more special. “From the moment I go through the gates to the time I leave, I’m fully immersed in the experience.”Įvery fall, over 100 nightly actors work to make the Fear Factory experience as immersive as possible. “It really is one of the best haunted houses in Utah because of the attention and detail that go into every aspect of it,” Fear Factory fan Colin Baker said. The attraction takes guests through six different buildings of special effects, virtual reality experiences and decor. Fear Factory was also named a top haunted attraction in 2021. In order to be considered for the Top Haunts list, attractions must be over 10 years old and meet a list of safety criteria. The Haunted Attraction Association is the only official organization in the haunt industry, and “serves as the voice in the haunted attraction industry,” according to their website. “It means even more to be recognized by a national organization.”
“We’re obviously so thrilled about being named a top haunt this year,” Fear Factory general manager Spencer Terry said. The factory officially reopened as a haunted house in 2011. In the late 1800s, Portland Cement Works cement factory was in operation and the heavy machinery presented several dangers to factory workers many employees died in manufacturing accidents before the factory was finally shut down in 1970.Ībby Nielson, an avid Fear Factory fan, said, “the experience becomes even spookier and fun knowing that there are actual ghosts residing there.” 5, Fear Factory opens its doors to welcome Utah’s haunted-house lovers.Īccording to the Fear Factory’s website, the six-story building has a haunted history. according to the Haunted Attractions Association.įor 10 months out of the year, the abandoned factory at the entrance to Salt Lake City lies dormant, but from Sept. Fear Factory consists of six different buildings from a former cement factory.
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