Are you open?
We will re-open on September 26, 2008 and close on November 1. Click here for our
Calendar.
What time do you open/close?
Sloss Fright Furnace opens at Sundown and closes when the last group
leaves. We stop selling tickets on 11:00 p.m. on weeknight and Midnight
on weekends.
How do I get to the
furnace?
Please visit our directions area for
maps and directions to Sloss Fright Furnace.
How do I get tickets?
Tickets may be purchased at the event, or you can order advance tickets
through ticketmaster, or even set up a group online. Visit our Ticket Section for more information.
WHAT IS share the scare?
Share the Scare is a group that has a reserved date and time to go
through the furnace--you simply
sign up for Share the Scare, and then are giving a
special link to invite your friends to join you. Once you arrive
at the furnace, you pay. Share the Scare groups get a
reserved date & time, and access to the Sloss Furnace lounge to hang
out before thier tour.
Will any of the creatures touch
me?
Not if you don't touch them.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I TOUCH/HIT
A CREATURE?
There are a lot more of them then there are of you, and
they know where to hide, so you can probably expect some revenge
later down the trail. In addition, there is security personnel
throughout the site that will be notified of your actions--which
can lead to you being forcibly ejected from the trail (at the
very least) and arrest and detention (for severe cases). Just
keep your hands to yourself.
Do you take Credit Cards?
We only accept Cash or Checks at the site. To use a credit
card, you will need to order advance
single tickets at Ticketmaster or group
tickets here on our site.
What is the usual wait
in line?
Depends on several factors including the time and the day. However
Sloss Furnace is different from most haunted attractions since you
receive a pass when you first arrive, so you can spend your time
in our Roadkill Cafe watching scary movies,
playing games, getting your palm read, watching entertainment, etc.
When it is time for your group to go through, we will announce it.
Is there an age limit?
No. We leave that up to parents and guardians. We have had 6 year
olds go through the site unfazed, and watched as 30 year olds have
been carried out after fainting. Here is a good test, if your child
can watch Halloween, Nightmare on Elm Street, or any
other scary movie without nightmares they can probably handle the
terror of the furnace.
How much does it cost?
$15 a person. For discounts please visit our tickets
area.
Can I Bring A Camera,
Tape-Recorder, Camcorder?
Sorry, no. It is our policy to confiscate all recording equipment
before taking a tour through the furnace. No exceptions. Best to
leave it at home.
What if it rains?
We have only closed the trail once due to bad weather. Basically,
we stay open unless there is a chance of a lightning strike. Hey,
if a little bit of water scares you, you are coming to the wrong
place!
Is the trail wheelchair
accessible?
No. The furnace was built in the 1800's so there are lots of twists,
turns, stairs, small passageways, catwalks, etc.
Should someone who is
pregnant go through?
It is not recommended, but we leave it up to you.
Do you use Smoke Machines
and Strobes?
Yep, and lasers, and blacklights, and explosions, and fire, and even a 10,000 volt tesla coil.
I heard something about
Snakes?
You may encounter snakes, rats, cockroaches, and even bats.
I have a group that
wants to come.
Please visit our online group ticketing
area to reserve space for your group.
How do I get to work
at the Furnace? Join our email list and you will be notified about auditions.
Is sloss furnace really
haunted?
Yes. Very much so.
In addition, another investigation was held
in 2002 by the Alabama
Foundation for Paranormal Research who quoted that "There
is no doubt Sloss is a hotspot for paranormal activity. During
our investigations we pulled data that confirms through our scientific
methods and approach that energys are present that cannot be explained.
Sloss is one of the most paranormaly active places our team has
investigated."
