It’s that time of year once again…the most exciting holiday around for the masters of mystery among us! If you haven’t guessed it yet, perhaps you need a clue. We have four ideas for ways you can join in the festivities, and they all involve having a puzzle party!
Put October 1st in your calendar and reserve your game, because on this day ONLY at The Escape Effect, we are giving away an awesome at-home game*, to each group that plays on Escape Room Day!
Celebrate Escape Room Day!
Ready to redeem your FREE pack of Fanatics Gone Bananas or Cards At War?* Simply book your game for October 1st, 2026!
Which Game Will You Choose?
Will you pick up a copy of Fanatics Gone Bananas: Escape Room Edition? This hilarious party game, worth $29.99, is made especially for escape room enthusiasts! You’ll split your sides laughing as everyone takes turns asking questions and laying down entertaining responses. The apeeling yellow box contains 238 ripe family-friendly cards, PLUS an extra 64 rotten cards for mature players.
Or will you choose Cards At War? This fast-paced family game features epic Greek gods, like the ones you’ll find in our mythological mystery At Odds With The Gods! You’ll battle your opponents to win cards in this quick-and-easy classic card game with a legendary twist. Enthusiasts will also appreciate the extra bonus puzzle hunt, hidden within the game!
Bundle Deals For Budding Puzzlers!
The fun doesn’t stop there! Escape Room enthusiasts will be able to take advantage of an incredible offer we have in-store! For ONLY $29.99, you’ll receive an “Escape Rooms I’ve Played” Scratch-Off Poster, Escape Room Passport, and a pack of pun-filled puzzle-themed Escape Room Slogan Bumper Stickers! You’ll be saving a whopping 25% off the regular retail price for these awesome Escapography products.
Escape Room Day Merchandise
So you’ve booked your escape room adventure, now you need some puzzle-solving swag to show your love for escape rooms to the world! Uncover awesome finds in our online store, that any escape room enthusiast or logic-lover, is sure to enjoy.
Paddy Padlock Plush
If you’re looking for a friend to accompany you on your next escape room adventure, our soft and squishable pal Paddy is ready to join you! Our charming orange character makes padlocks more huggable than ever!
Who Would Like This?
I challenge anyone to look into this adorable padlock’s eyes and say they don’t want to be her new best friend.
Where Can I Purchase This?
Paddy is available from The Escape Effect online store.
Puzzle Piece Necklace And Earrings
If you want to celebrate National Escape Room Day without signaling to the world that you’re going on your third energy drink and fourth room in a night, this puzzle piece necklace and earring set is an excellent, more subtle, choice!
Who Would Like This?
This jewelry also makes an ideal gift for a puzzle-loving partner, if you’re looking for a way to express that they are the perfect fit for you.
Where Can I Purchase This?
Both of these pieces are available in the Escape Effect store.
Escape Room Shirts
You might love escape rooms a little too much, but that’s ok with us. If these ones don’t resonate with you, we have many more punny designs in our store, and we are sure you’ll find one that tickles your enthusiast brain!
Who Would Like This?
Everyone loves having shirts that represent their favorite things. Take a look in our store to find the perfect pick.
Where Can I Purchase This?
You’ll find both of these shirts on the official Escape Effect store.
What Is National Escape Room Day?
On October 1st, 2016, a Dutch group of escape room enthusiasts known as Escape Room Nederland established the first Escape Room Day. With more and more escape rooms popping up around the world, this holiday was recognized to celebrate the community they had created.
Since then many of the 50,000+ escape rooms across the globe have commemorated this day with special events and deals, welcoming more people to the wonder of a puzzle-packed room.
* Promotion Terms and Conditions
- This promotion is sponsored solely by The Escape Effect, Orlando.
- This promotion will run on October 1st, 2026.
- The promotional items have a retail value of up to approximately $30 USD.
- No further card packs will be given away after 11:59pm on October 1st, 2026.
- The Escape Effect reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotion at any time.
- The Escape Effect is not responsible for inaccurate details provided by a third party.
- The promotional items are as stated and have no cash alternative and no other substitution will be offered.
- Each group can choose from either 1 copy of Cards At War, or 1 copy of Fanatics Gone Bananas.
- Cards will be available while supplies last.
- This promotion is in no way administered, associated, endorsed, or sponsored by Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube, or any other third party.
- The Escape Effect’s decision in all matters is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
- By taking part in this giveaway the entrant is agreeing to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
