Where is the event held?
The event takes place at Fort Edmonton Park (7000 143 St.) in Edmonton’s River Valley.
Where can I park?
Parking is available in Lot J - please enter Fort Edmonton Park via the service road (your first right off of the main parking lot) and continue to the service gate to check in with the Guard House Attendant. After checking in, proceed forward down the service road and look for signs for Lot J. You will pass our brick Selkirk Hotel before you start seeing Lot J signs.
*Please, do not attempt to park in the main parking lot and walk through the Front Entry Plaza. This gate is locked at 5:30 pm every night and will be inaccessible afterward. (However, if you attend the park during the day and have parked in the main parking lot, you will be able to exit through the main gate at the end of your game to return to your vehicle.)
Where will we meet?
Your experience will begin at Kelly's Saloon on Fort Edmonton Park's 1885 Street. When you enter Lot J, you will park behind a row of historical buildings, in front of those buildings is Kelly's Saloon.
When to arrive?
Please arrive at Kelly's Saloon 15 minutes before your scheduled program start time. No latecomers will be permitted.
Please note that there is no entry permitted more than 30 minutes prior to your game time unless you decide to spend the day at Fort Edmonton Park and a daily admission ticket has been purchased.
How much are the tickets?
Tickets are $35 (plus GST & service fees).
What if I want to come to the park during the day and attend Where Dark Things Dwell?
Fort Edmonton Park is open for our general admission season between the hours of 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. This means all attractions, food outlets, and historical buildings will be closed by 5:00 pm. Each after-hours experience requires the purchase of a separate ticket. To experience Fort Edmonton Park fully we suggest dedicating three or more hours to your visit.
We recommend booking a 6:00 pm game time for Where Dark Things Dwell on the weekend. In this scenario, you would not be required to exit the park and re-enter to play the game and, after your game, you would be able to walk back to the main parking lot.
For games with a start time later than 6:00 pm, you will need to exit the park and will be allowed re-entry no earlier than 30 minutes before your game begins.
Is this experience historically accurate or based on true events?
No, this experience is entirely fictitious and meant for entertainment purposes only.
Can I play as a larger or smaller group?
Where Dark Things Dwell is designed to be played in groups of 4 with a maximum of 13 teams each night. If the experience is not sold out, it may be possible to play as a smaller group but we cannot make any guarantees that this option will be available.
Teams of 5 and 6 are strongly discouraged as puzzles and gameplay are designed for 4 players and a larger or smaller amount of players will have impacts on the quality of the experience. Smaller teams may also find it difficult to complete the game.
Is this event suitable for children?
While the event is for people 14 years and older, entrance is at the parent or guardian’s discretion. There is no discounted rate for children.
How long is the escape room adventure?
This is a 105 minute experience with 90 minutes of gameplay and additional time for instructions.
Is the event wheelchair accessible?
Due to the historic nature of the facility, several buildings would be challenging for persons with limited mobility and impassable for wheelchairs.
What’s your refund policy?
This event is non-refundable.
Can I purchase my ticket at the door?
Tickets must be pre-purchased online up to an hour before the game time. There are no walk-up tickets.
What if it rains?
The event continues rain or shine. Check the weather before you come! Please dress for weather conditions as this experience is both indoors and outdoors. We recommend wearing good footwear. We'd also recommend bringing a raincoat, umbrella, bug spray, sunscreen, and water.
What if it is smoky?
If the air index is high, programming will be adapted and moved mostly indoors. We recommend you bring a face covering for smoke as you will still be required to walk between buildings. If the air index is extremely high games may be cancelled.
Will the puzzles be the same as last year?
Where Dark Things Dwell is making its return in its original form. Stay tuned for new experiences coming your way soon!
Will there be food and beverages available?
Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase at Kelly's Saloon 30 minutes prior to game time and during the game. Please be aware that there will not be time or space for dedicated lounging, as the game will proceed without interruption.
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