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January 1, 2026

Utah Joins the Adventure: The Escape Game and Great Big Game Show Debut at Fashion Place Mall

Murray, UT – Get ready to crack codes, solve mysteries, and go head-to-head in epic challenges – Utah, your ultimate game night is here. The Escape Game and Great Big Game Show, two nationally acclaimed immersive entertainment experiences, are joining forces to bring their first-ever Utah locations to Fashion Place Mall - debuting on December 12th and January 17th, respectively. The debut of this dynamic duo marks an exciting new chapter for group entertainment in Salt Lake Valley, with The Escape Game’s 56th location and Great Big Game Show’s 18th opening nationwide.

Perfectly positioned inside one of the region’s premier retail and lifestyle destinations, the new venue places The Escape Game and Great Big Game Show at the heart of Murray’s vibrant social scene. Fashion Place Mall’s high-energy atmosphere and central location make it the ideal setting for an experience that’s all about connection, collaboration, and unforgettable shared moments.

“Utah has been on our wish list for a long time, and we couldn’t imagine a better home base than Fashion Place,” said Jonathan Murrell, co-founder and CMO of The Escape Game. “We are always striving to bring people together through truly cinematic journeys that make you cheer, laugh, and high-five when it all clicks into place. We’re beyond excited to welcome Utah players into our worlds and see the memories they’ll create here.”

Spanning 4,360 square feet, The Escape Game Murray features five uniquely themed escape rooms, each designed with Hollywood-style sets and mind-bending puzzles that transport players straight into the action. Guests can choose from fan favorites including The Heist, The Depths, Timeliner: Train Through Time, Cosmic Crisis, and Ruins: Forbidden Treasure – each offering 60 minutes of high-stakes problem-solving, creative thinking, and pure adrenaline. The venue accommodates up to 40 players at a time, making it an ideal destination for family outings, celebrations, friend groups, and corporate team-building.

This month, the spotlight shifts to Great Big Game Show, making its Utah debut with an all-new way to play. Inside two custom-designed studios, groups of up to 14 contestants per game step in as the stars of a live, host-led competition packed with 18 rotating mini-games. From fast-paced trivia and lightning-speed rounds to hilarious challenges, every moment unfolds under the lights of a full-scale production set. The one-of-a-kind, hour-long experience is family-friendly and recommended for ages 6 and up, delivering high-energy fun, big laughs, and the chance to live out your ultimate game show fantasy right here in Murray.

Together, The Escape Game and Great Big Game Show will bring a new level of entertainment to Murray - transforming Fashion Place Mall into a dynamic hub for connection, creativity, and unforgettable shared moments.

For updates on each opening at Fashion Place, please visit here for The Escape Game and here for Great Big Game Show.

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