Nightmare Chamber Will Close After 2026 Season

The Medford attraction will conclude 16 years of operation following a final season of themed festivities.

Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Magic

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Oregon's Nightmare Chamber haunted attraction will permanently cease operations following its final 2026 season in Medford, marking the end of a 16-year run. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Nightmare Chamber, recently voted Oregon's top-rated haunted attraction in 2025, will conclude its 16-year run after the 2026 season. The final season kicks off on October 16, 2026, and features a new entertainment venue.

Why it matters

The venue aims to transform its final operations into a celebration while serving as a fundraiser for the Curtain Call Collective. The initiative directly supports theater arts programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The attraction operated for 16 years and achieved recognition as Oregon's top-rated haunted attraction in 2025. It utilizes a combination of animatronics, theatrical lighting, and live actors to produce its effects.

The players

Nightmare Chamber

This Medford attraction has provided haunted experiences for 16 years.

Curtain Call Collective

This nonprofit organization provides theater arts programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Foggy Jack

He is a mentalist magician scheduled to perform during the final season of the attraction.

The details

The final season will introduce the Midway of the Macabre Cabaret & Lounge, which features live bands, food, and performances. The attraction continues to utilize a changing maze format populated by live characters and elaborate set designs.

Timeline

  1. 2025: The attraction was voted Oregon's top-rated haunted attraction.

  2. October 16, 2026: The final season officially begins.

  3. October 24, 2026: Mentalist magician Foggy Jack performs at the venue.

  4. October 31, 2026: The final season concludes.

Industry Dynamics

The closure follows a pattern set by the 2025 Oregon top-rated haunted attraction recognition as the venue concludes its long-standing service. This exit reflects broader trends where independent entertainment venues pivot from seasonal horror to multi-format performance spaces.

Residents can visit the attraction for its final season beginning October 16, 2026, with the added opportunity to experience the new Midway of the Macabre Cabaret & Lounge. Proceeds from these final events directly benefit theater arts programming for local residents with disabilities.

The takeaway

Supporters of local theater arts can participate in this final season to ensure their attendance directly funds disability-inclusive programming. The venue transition emphasizes the shift toward community-focused entertainment in the region.

Further reading

Learn more about local performance art and Magic in the area.

Source note: This article includes information reported by KDRV - TV.

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