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Fear and Fright at Halloween Horror Nights

There’s a lot going on when you first enter the gates, but fear not! We’ve rounded up all the must-see experiences at Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort, just a short drive from Kissimmee, Florida!

Scare zone at Halloween Horror Nights.

At a Glance 

  • Halloween Horror Nights is Universal Orlando Resort's annual ticketed Halloween event, featuring haunted houses, scare zones, live shows, nighttime lagoon show, and many thrill rides staying open later with shorter wait times during the event.
  • The 2026 haunted house lineup mixes licensed franchises like Hellraiser, Stranger Things, and Sinners. 

Written by the Experience Kissimmee Editorial Team

Every fall, things get a little bit spooky (ok, a lot spooky) at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights, the popular seasonal event that provides the ultimate Halloween experience.

If you aren’t familiar with Halloween Horror Nights, we've got a treat for you—read on for insider information for your fall visit to Kissimmee. Halloween Horror Nights is an annual special ticketed event at Universal Studios Florida. The event combines the best of pop culture and horror and is sure to leave you in awe ... and perhaps a bit spooked.

You can experience multiple haunted houses, scare zones, live entertainment, and a nighttime lagoon show. And, of course, you still have access to Universal Studios’ thrilling attractions.

This year, Halloween Horror Nights is on select nights from Aug. 28 to Nov. 1, 2026.

Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Haunted Houses

This year’s Halloween Horror Nights 2026 delivers a terrifying mix of fan-favorite franchises and original nightmare fuel. From cursed camps and irradiated wastelands to haunted paintings and flesh-eating underworlds, each house offers a uniquely immersive scare that will have you screaming for more.

Hellraiser

Step into the nightmarish world of the original Hellraiser trilogy, where the infamous Cenobites and the puzzle box known as the Lament Configuration unleash unimaginable horrors. Fans of the classic films can expect a chilling journey through one of horror's most iconic franchises.

Stranger Things

Return to Hawkins for one final adventure inspired by Stranger Things Season 5. As the battle against Vecna reaches its epic conclusion, guests will come face-to-face with supernatural threats from the Upside Down in a haunted house packed with suspense and unforgettable moments.

Sinners

Experience the haunting world of the Oscar-winning horror film Sinners. What begins as a lively opening night at a Mississippi juke joint quickly descends into terror, immersing guests in the film's eerie atmosphere and supernatural twists.

And that's just the beginning. Keep checking back as they announce each new experience.

 

 

The Full HHN Experience: Rides, Street Horror & Live Shows

The haunted houses may steal the spotlight, but there’s even more to explore at Halloween Horror Nights 2026. From select thrill rides running after dark to event-exclusive merchandise and chilling extras hidden throughout the park, these eerie add-ons make your night of terror even more unforgettable. Whether you're grabbing a collectible shirt, sipping a sinister drink, or braving a coaster in the moonlight, the horror never rests — and neither should you.

Rides

If haunted houses aren’t quite enough to get your adrenaline pumping, you’re in luck — many of Universal Studios Florida’s blockbuster rides stay open during Halloween Horror Nights. And the best part? Shorter wait times. That’s right: scream through haunted mazes, then stroll straight into some of the park’s most iconic attractions with hardly a line in sight.

Must-ride experiences include:

  • Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™
  • Revenge of the Mummy
  • Transformers™: The Ride-3D
  • Men in Black™ Alien Attack

Located just minutes from Universal Orlando Resort, Kissimmee is the ideal spot for your spook-tacular fall getaway. Stay up to date with all the latest happenings in Kissimmee by signing up for our monthly newsletter. 

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