🍁 October Adventures in Salt Lake City
October brings Salt Lake City to life with crisp air, colorful leaves, and the best of fall festivities. Whether you're looking for spooky Halloween thrills or charming autumn markets, there’s something for everyone this month.
🎃 Haunted Houses & Spooky Attractions
Fear Factory
📍 SLC Industrial District | 📅 Sept 12 – Nov 1, 2025
🏚️ Multi-level haunted house experience ranked among the scariest in the nation. Includes zip lines, ghost tours & interactive experiences.
🎟️ Tickets required
Nightmare on 13th
📍 1300 S | 📅 Sept 20 – Oct 31, 2025
👻 Iconic haunted attraction with updated themes yearly, great for teens & adults
🎟️ Tickets online or at the door
💡 Pro Tip: Weekday visits are less crowded and often discounted!
🛍️ Fall Markets & Artisan Fairs
Wheeler Farm Harvest Market
📍 Murray | 📅 Sundays and ends on October 12, 2025
🍁 Fresh produce, handmade goods, baked treats, and live music
🎟️ Free entry
Crazy Daisy Holiday Show
📍 Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy | 📅 Nov 21–22, 2025
🎁 200+ local vendors, Santa visits, giveaways & treats
🎟️ Tickets go live Oct 15 – Early birds & donations get double entries!
🍎 Family-Friendly Fall Events
Giant Pumpkinpalooza at The Gateway
📍 Olympic Plaza, Salt Lake City | 📅 Oct 11, 2025, 12–6 PM
🎃 Pumpkin weigh-off, zombie walk, costume contests, pumpkin bowling, pie-eating & more
🎟️ Free community event – all ages welcome!
Scarecrow Festival at Thanksgiving Point
📍 Ashton Gardens | 📅 Oct 13–18, 2025
🌽 Community-made scarecrow displays, scavenger hunts, and harvest fun
🎟️ Included with garden admission
Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest
📍 Thanksgiving Point, Lehi | 📅 Sept 19 – Nov 1, 2025
🎡 60+ attractions including pig races, fireworks, stunt shows, kids’ rides & more
🎟️ Tickets required – purchase online at cornbellys.com
🎉 Final Thoughts: Fall Fun for Everyone
October in Salt Lake City offers the perfect blend of festive charm and autumn excitement. Whether you're braving a haunted house or sipping cider at a weekend market, make time to enjoy everything fall has to offer.
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