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Popular Events: Step into the enchanted darkness of the Haunted Forest, where winding trails and spine-chilling sights await adventurous souls. Experience the screams and thrills at Frightmares at Lagoon, featuring thrilling rides and hauntingly themed attractions. And the Nightmare on 13th is something you definitely don't want to miss, known for its immersive storytelling and elaborate sets. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Provo
- Haunted Forest (American Fork)
- Frightmares at Lagoon (Farmington)
- Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest (Lehi)
- Nightmare on 13th (Salt Lake City)
- Fear Factory (Salt Lake City)
- Boolights (Salt Lake City)
- Halloween Riverboat Ride on the Provo River
- Night Stalkers Haunted Trail at Crazy Corn Maze (West Jordan)
- Hee Haw Farms Fall Festival (Pleasant Grove)
- Story Tours: Ogden & Salt Lake City Ghost Tours (Salt Lake City)
See these and even more events listed below!
Provo Area Haunted Experiences
Nightmare on 13th
What to Expect:
Introduces terrifying new scares and unforgettable characters in both haunted attractions.
Description:
Nightmare on 13th is Utah's longest-running indoor haunted attraction, consistently ranked as the scariest haunted house in Utah and among the top 10 in the nation. Boasting over 35 years of terror, it introduces terrifying new scares and unforgettable characters in both the Nightmare Haunted House and the Institute of Terror.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Nightmare on 13th
Fear Factory
What to Expect:
Immersive haunted house experience with a focus on live actors and interactive elements.
Description:
Fear Factory is Salt Lake City's top-rated haunted attraction, featuring 6 buildings up to 6 stories high with 2 underground passages. This massive haunted house offers an immersive experience with a variety of terrifying scenes and interactive elements, making it a must-visit destination for Halloween enthusiasts.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Fear Factory
Night Stalkers Haunted Trail at Crazy Corn Maze
What to Expect:
An immersive Halloween experience with four themed attractions and an enchanting light display.
Description:
Night Stalkers Haunted Trail at Crazy Corn Maze offers an immersive Halloween experience in West Jordan, Utah. The event features four themed attractions: Creatures of the Corn, Phobia, The Horror Show, and 3D Slumber. Visitors can also enjoy the Fright Lights attraction with 50,000 new lights and an enchanted pathway of lights and music. The event includes a corn maze and a pumpkin patch, making it a comprehensive fall festival experience.
Where: West Jordan | More Info: Night Stalkers Haunted Trail at Crazy Corn Maze
Story Tours: Ogden & Salt Lake City Ghost Tours
What to Expect:
Unique ghost walks through historic locations with expert guides.
Description:
Explore the haunted history of Salt Lake City with Story Tours, featuring ghost walks through historic locations like Whiskey Street and the Salt Lake City Cemetery. Learn about the ghosts who continue to dwell in these local haunts, including stories of murders, madams, and mayhem. Each tour is led by an expert guide, offering a unique and chilling experience.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Story Tours: Ogden & Salt Lake City Ghost Tours
Strangling Brothers Haunted Circus
What to Expect:
The ability to walk through the haunt during the day without actors on Saturdays, offering a unique behind-the-scenes look at the setup of the #1 haunt in Utah.
Description:
Strangling Brothers Haunted Circus offers a thrilling experience with its haunted circus theme. Guests can enjoy live music, games, and videos before entering the main attraction. The haunt features scare actors roaming through the line, adding an element of surprise. New this year, visitors can walk through the haunt during the day without actors on Saturdays, providing a unique glimpse into the setup of the #1 haunt in Utah.
Where: Draper | More Info: Strangling Brothers Haunted Circus
Haunted Forest
What to Expect:
Spanning over 1,000,000 sq. ft., this is one of the largest and most successful Haunted Attractions in the U.S.
Description:
Experience the legendary Haunted Forest, America's largest scream park in American Fork, Utah. Spanning over 1,000,000 sq. ft., this spine-chilling Scream Park has captivated thrill-seekers from around the world. With professionally trained actors, top-of-the-line animatronics, and themed sets designed to scare, the Haunted Forest offers an unforgettable Halloween experience.
Where: American Fork | More Info: Haunted Forest
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Provo
Frightmares at Lagoon
What to Expect:
Offers a variety of engaging activities for all ages, including non-scary attractions for young children and the option to skip lines with the Time Warp Fast Pass.
Description:
Frightmares at Lagoon is a family-friendly Halloween event featuring over nine haunted attractions, Halloween-themed entertainment, and a variety of engaging activities like pumpkin decorating and games. The event includes a delightful pumpkin patch, non-scary attractions for young children, and the option to skip lines with the Time Warp Fast Pass. It is a must-visit destination for Halloween fun in Utah.
Where: Farmington | More Info: Frightmares at Lagoon
Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest
What to Expect:
A World of Wizards-themed corn maze with wizard meet & greets and special photo opportunities.
Description:
Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest is a premier fall destination in Utah, featuring Utah’s original corn maze, Insanity Point haunted attractions, a pumpkin courtyard, and over 50 other fall activities. This year, the maze is themed around Harry Potter, with wizard meet & greets, special photo opportunities, and costume contests. Enjoy farm-fresh food, gemstone mining, ziplines, and much more.
Where: Lehi | More Info: Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest
Halloween Riverboat Ride on the Provo River
What to Expect:
A fun, family-friendly Halloween celebration featuring a pirate attack and hand-carved pumpkins along the Provo River.
Description:
Join us for the 22nd annual Halloween Riverboat Ride on the Provo River. Enjoy a fun, family-friendly adventure with over 100 hand-carved pumpkins reflecting off the water. A wise-cracking pirate will attack your boat, tell jokes, and hand out candy. The round-trip cruise takes 20-25 minutes, departing every 15-30 minutes. This event is perfect for all ages and offers a unique Halloween experience.
Where: Provo | More Info: Halloween Riverboat Ride on the Provo River
Boolights
What to Expect:
Halloween celebration in a zoo setting with immersive light displays and attractions.
Description:
BooLights at Utah's Hogle Zoo is a family-friendly Halloween event where the zoo transforms into a spooktacular destination with glowing displays, pumpkins, and entertainment. Guests can dress up in their favorite costumes and enjoy exclusive treats from the Beastro while experiencing a not-so-spooky celebration.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Boolights
Hee Haw Farms Fall Festival
What to Expect:
The unique feature of Hee Haw Farms Fall Festival is its comprehensive array of fall-themed activities designed to entertain families of all ages.
Description:
Hee Haw Farms Fall Festival offers a variety of fun activities for families, including a pumpkin patch, spook alley, and hayrides. The event also features face painting, costume contests, and pumpkin painting. It's a great way to celebrate the harvest season with activities for all ages.
Where: Pleasant Grove | More Info: Hee Haw Farms Fall Festival
Halloween Lift Rides
What to Expect:
A family-friendly Halloween celebration with themed displays and activities set against the backdrop of autumnal scenery.
Description:
Experience the spooky yet family-friendly Halloween Lift Rides at Sundance Mountain Resort. This 30-45 minute chairlift ride offers a thrilling experience with themed displays, carnival games, and bonfires. Enjoy warm food and drinks while taking in the autumnal scenery and eerie atmosphere.
Where: Sundance | More Info: Halloween Lift Rides
Thanksgiving Point Dia de Muertos
What to Expect:
A community-driven celebration honoring loved ones with traditional ofrendas, live performances, and local artisans.
Description:
Thanksgiving Point's Dia de Muertos celebration is a vibrant and educational event honoring loved ones who have passed away. The event features traditional and contemporary ofrendas, live performances, and local artisans showcasing Latin American art and cuisine. Guests can also participate in activities like making tissue paper flowers and the Best Catrina/Catrin contest.
Where: Lehi | More Info: Thanksgiving Point Dia de Muertos
Pumpkin Train
What to Expect:
The event offers a short 40-minute train ride with entertainment and a delicious pumpkin cookie, along with the opportunity to select a pumpkin from the onsite Pumpkin Patch.
Description:
Enjoy a fun annual Pumpkin Train ride with your younger kids The event includes a short 40-minute train ride where you will be entertained on board. You'll also be served a delicious pumpkin chocolate chip cookie. Additionally, you can select a pumpkin from our onsite Pumpkin Patch to take home with you.
Where: Heber | More Info: Pumpkin Train
Santaquin Fall Festival
What to Expect:
The festival features a wide array of activities and attractions, including corn mazes, ziplines, and apple cannons.
Description:
The Santaquin Fall Festival at Rowley's Red Barn offers a variety of activities for all ages, including corn mazes, pumpkin patches, ziplines, apple cannons, and delicious food options. The event is set amidst the beautiful backdrop of the orchard, providing a unique and festive atmosphere.
Where: Santaquin | More Info: Santaquin Fall Festival
Tooele Downtown Trick or Treat
What to Expect:
Annual trick-or-treating tradition in downtown Tooele City
Description:
Join us for the 18th Annual Tooele City Downtown Trick-or-Treat This beloved Halloween tradition brings families together as they dress up in their best costumes and trick-or-treat along Main Street between 200 North Utah Avenue and 100 South, Vine Street to 50 East and 50 West. The event is a cherished annual activity that residents of Tooele City look forward to each year.
Where: Tooele | More Info: Tooele Downtown Trick or Treat
2024 Halloween Family Night - Bean Life Science Museum
What to Expect:
The event features a variety of free family-friendly activities including crafts and a spooky Halloween program.
Description:
Join the Bean Life Science Museum for a fun-filled Halloween Family Night Enjoy free activities including crafts, a spooky Halloween program, and a photo booth. This event is perfect for families to celebrate Halloween together without the need for candy. It's a great opportunity to show off your costumes and create memorable moments with your loved ones.
Where: Provo | More Info: 2024 Halloween Family Night - Bean Life Science Museum
Orem Pumpkin Patch
What to Expect:
Free family-friendly activities and affordable pumpkins.
Description:
The Orem Pumpkin Patch offers a variety of affordable pumpkins and fall decor, grown locally on a family farm. The patch is open from September 21st to October 31st, 2024, and features free activities, including Halloween hayrides. This event has been a community favorite since 2010, helping fund educational degrees for the farm's owners.
Where: Orem | More Info: Orem Pumpkin Patch
Orem Straw Bale Slide
What to Expect:
Enjoy a giant straw bale slide in a festive fall setting.
Description:
The Orem Straw Bale Slide is a fun and family-friendly event happening at The Orchard in University Place, Orem. From October 11 to 26, visitors can enjoy a giant straw bale slide, perfect for all ages. This event is part of the fall festivities and offers a delightful experience with friends and family. It's an excellent way to enjoy the fall season with activities that are both entertaining and educational.
Where: Orem | More Info: Orem Straw Bale Slide
Fall Farmers Markets
What to Expect:
The Provo Farmers Market offers a diverse array of locally sourced products and activities that foster a sense of community and connection among Provo's residents.
Description:
The Provo Farmers Market is a vibrant community event held every Saturday from June 1 to October 26, 2024, at Pioneer Park. It features locally sourced produce, agricultural products, delicious food, and unique products from artisans and makers. Visitors can enjoy picnicking in the shade, listening to local performing groups, and watching kids play in the splash pad and playground. The market also supports local farmers and businesses, with proceeds from donations going to organizations like the United Way of Utah County.
Where: Provo | More Info: Fall Farmers Markets
Heber Valley Railroad - Fall Scenic Train Ride (includes cookie and pumpkin)
What to Expect:
Enjoy a themed ride with real pumpkins and pumpkin cookies while taking in the breathtaking fall scenery.
Description:
Experience the vibrant fall colors of Utah on the Heber Valley Railroad's scenic train rides. The Pumpkin Train is a themed ride that takes you through the beautiful Heber Valley and Deer Creek Reservoir, offering stunning views and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy epic fall foliage and wildlife sightings while savoring a real pumpkin and pumpkin cookie to take home.
Where: Heber City | More Info: Heber Valley Railroad - Fall Scenic Train Ride (includes cookie and pumpkin)
Spooky Wagon Rides
What to Expect:
The event includes a maze, corn pit, duck races, and pedal tractor rides in the pumpkin patch.
Description:
Enjoy the maze, corn pit, duck races, and pedal tractor rides while exploring the pumpkin patch at Wheeler Farm.
Where: Murray | More Info: Spooky Wagon Rides
North Salt Lake Halloween Spooktacular
What to Expect:
The event includes a Trot & Treat fun run with races for adults and kids, along with pre- and post-race festivities.
Description:
North Salt Lake's Halloween Spooktacular is an annual family-friendly event featuring a fun run, games, surprise activities, photo ops, music, and more. The event is designed to bring the community together for a festive fall morning filled with laughter and camaraderie.
Where: North Salt Lake | More Info: North Salt Lake Halloween Spooktacular
Highland City Trick or Treat Street
What to Expect:
Trick-or-treating with local businesses and community groups at an accessible splash pad park.
Description:
Highland City Trick or Treat Street is a family-friendly Halloween event where children can trick-or-treat with local businesses and community groups at the Town Center Splash Pad. The event features accessible paths for strollers, wheelchairs, and wagons, with overflow parking available on the south side of City Hall. In case of rain, the event will be held inside City Hall.