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    7000 143 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 4P3

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Where Dark Things Dwell

July 6 - September 24 2023

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Immerse yourself in Edmonton’s largest outdoor escape room!

Where Dark Things Dwell is Fort Edmonton Park’s newest interactive experience! 

Stopping in the sleepy Village of Edmonton for a night’s rest, you and your fellow travellers find yourselves trapped by an ancient curse that has driven the villagers to madness. As the stars begin to align and the curse grows, it’s up to you to stop it from consuming your own mind and spreading out into the world. Explore the village, learn the secrets of occult tools and writings, and uncover the only relic powerful enough to lift the curse, but be warned: only the bravest will see the dawn.

You will know the travellers you rode in with, but there may be others playing that will be strangers to you. Players are broken down into teams of four. The price you see listed is for one individual ticket. 

July 6 - September 24

Thursday & Friday Games - 7:00 pm and 9:30 pm
Saturday Games - 5:30 pm, 8:00 pm and 10:30 pm
Sunday Games - 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm

Tickets: $30 (plus service fee & GST)

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  • This is a 2-hour experience with 90 minutes of gameplay.
  • Tickets must be pre-purchased online up to an hour before the game time. There are no walk-up tickets.  
  • No entry to the Park is permitted until 30 minutes before your game time.
  • Check the weather before you come! Please dress for weather conditions as this experience is both indoors and outdoors. We recommend wearing good footwear. 

 

What to Expect

A Tad Bit Eerie

This adventure takes place in the early evening and at night in the shadowy confines of Fort Edmonton Park's historic buildings. Earlier game times are recommended for those younger or faint of heart. But don't fret, we’re not trying to send you running in terror!

*Disclaimer: Please note this event is not related to DARK. This experience is entirely fictitious and meant for entertainment purposes only.

Live Actors 

We've got some live actors in the mix, but they won't be laying a finger on you, and we ask that you do the same.

Immersive Experience

The historic locations and costumes have been curated with care to whisk you away to a bygone era.

Exclusive Access

With your ticket, you'll be granted exclusive after-hours access to 1885 Street’s quaint buildings.

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 will 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 commence in Parking Lot J behind Fort Edmonton Park’s 1885 Street (Bellerose Picnic Site). When you enter Lot J, you will park behind a row of historical buildings where a staff member will greet you.
 
When to arrive?

Please arrive at Lot J 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 $30 (plus GST & service fees). 

What if I want to come to the park during the day and attend Where Dark Things Dwell?

As Fort Edmonton Park is open for our general admission season between the hours of 10:00 am - 5:00 pm you will need to purchase a separate ticket for each experience. To experience Fort Edmonton Park fully we suggest dedicating three or more hours to your visit.

We recommend booking a 5:30 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 5:30 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 15 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?

Each escape room adventure is 90 minutes plus 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 rain coat, 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.

Will there be food and beverages available?

No, there are no food and beverage items available at this event. 

What if I have questions not covered here? 
 
Email our customer service team at info@fortedmontonpark.ca
 

 

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