Containment Haunted House Review (2026)

Containment is opening in a new location for the first time this year, so guests should allow a little extra time to find their way to the attraction. The location is somewhat off the beaten path, and Google Maps may not be entirely reliable in this area. During our visit, the map placed the haunt about three-quarters of a mile away from its actual location, so we recommend keeping an eye out for Ragsdale Elementary School, which sits directly across the street. Signage along the road was limited to a few tall “Open” banners and a Containment banner on the fence, and the lighting made these a little difficult to spot, so be sure to watch carefully as you approach. Free parking is available in several fields in front of the haunt, with large lights helping illuminate the area.

The new location’s growing pains continue near the entrance, where signage directing guests to the ticket booth could be more visible. Tickets are available both online and on-site, although we found the website a little cumbersome when searching for operating dates and available times. Fortunately, the staff members were very friendly and helpful, guiding us from the ticket booth to the queue lines and answering our questions along the way. As Containment settles into its new home, clearer signage and easier-to-navigate online information would help make the arrival experience even smoother.

The immersion at Containment begins as soon as you arrive on the property, where a field filled with shipping containers gives guests an immediate sense of the attraction’s unique setting. After checking in at the ticket booth, guests make their way to the queue, entering the first of many containers that form the bulk of the haunt. The queue area is well lit, and its decor introduces the theme of the opening section. While the interactive characters did an excellent job entertaining guests as they waited, the limited outdoor lighting and lack of music around the entrance and queue felt like a missed opportunity to build anticipation for what lies ahead.

Inside, Containment moves through several distinct themed areas rather than following one overarching storyline, with the transitions between sections flowing together nicely. The sets are thoughtfully designed to make use of the containers’ confined spaces, and some rooms feature lighting and effects that feel purpose-built around the actors and their scenes. In other areas, a little more layering of props and scenic details could help make the environments feel even more complete. The experience ends in an open field featuring a large Containment sign and several photo opportunities, though there isn’t much else to explore after exiting the haunt. Staff told us that a midway is planned for this space, with hopes of having it ready for the 2027 season. That addition could give guests more opportunities to enjoy the property and extend the atmosphere beyond the walkthrough itself.

Containment made use of a variety of special effects throughout the haunt, including at least one that was a first for us! Although the attraction is primarily actor-driven, several animatronics were incorporated into the scenes, and most worked well within their surroundings. A few didn’t appear to be operating or didn’t trigger as we passed, but a well-placed actormatronic caught our entire group off guard and delivered an especially effective scare. Lighting was consistently well suited to each space, with scenes generally striking a good balance between visibility and atmosphere. The sound design also helped support the experience, though some scenes were effective enough on their own that they didn’t necessarily need as much audio. Other effects included well-placed fog and flash crackers, along with a waist-high claustrophobia air bag paired with a squishy floor that made for an entertaining physical challenge. The most unexpected effect came in a room that vibrated beneath us, creating the sensation of being caught in an earthquake. We later learned that the effect was powered by a dump truck vibrator – a wonderfully unconventional solution that made this one of the more memorable effects we’ve encountered. Overall, Containment showed creativity in its use of practical effects, with that rumbling room standing out as a particularly unique highlight.

The characters are the standout feature of Containment, with the majority of the actors we encountered bringing tremendous energy and movement to their roles. Performers such as Spooks, Roadkill, and a character in a straightjacket moved so rapidly through the confined spaces that we often found ourselves turning in circles trying to keep up with the action! Spooks was a particular highlight, entertaining guests with numerous appearances around the queue line before popping up repeatedly in the opening sections of the haunt. The actors also made excellent use of the props and spaces around them, with the straightjacket character even climbing the walls to keep us guessing about where he might appear next. Other performers fit their scenes well, although the Sheriff’s deputy near the end felt a little more subdued compared with the high-energy encounters that came before him. Costuming, masks, and makeup were also well suited to the various scenes, with only a few masks that could have benefited from additional eye black or detailing. Otherwise, we didn’t notice any distracting costume elements that pulled us out of the experience. Overall, the cast’s energy, creativity, and ability to make the most of the tight spaces helped make the characters the strongest part of Containment.

The scares and character interactions at Containment came at a nearly nonstop pace, keeping our group alert throughout much of the walkthrough. Many of the actors were already in motion when we first encountered them and made a clear effort to engage everyone in our group rather than focusing on just one or two guests. Some performers used loud, piercing screams that felt amplified by the confined spaces, while others delivered frantic dialogue and unpredictable movements that added to the chaos. The tight container layouts also helped bring the actors close to guests, making their high-energy performances feel even more intense. After the rapid-fire encounters inside, the transition into an outdoor area offered a noticeable change of pace before leading into the familiar chainsaw finale. While the outdoor section felt a little quieter than the excitement that came before it, the finale provided one last burst of energy to close out the experience. Overall, Containment delivered an intense, actor-driven scare experience, with its relentless character interactions doing much of the heavy lifting.