Halloween Horror Nights Archives

BREAKING: Halloween Haunted Houses to Continue Operating at Universal Studios Florida on Select Dates Through November 1

September 22, 2020September 22, 2020

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After a successful weekend, Universal Orlando Resort has announced that their Halloween festivities, including two haunted houses and trick-or-treating, will continue operating on select dates through November 1. The haunted houses will be available this Saturday and Sunday again, and then daily from October 3 through November 1. After a few coy tweets, Universal made … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 9/19/20 (Theme Parks Reach Capacity, Haunted Houses Open to Day Guests, Frozen Candy Corn, and More)

September 21, 2020

Spooky season is here and Universal Orlando Resort has conjured up some special Halloween fun to celebrate, including opening two Halloween Horror Nights houses to day guests this weekend. We were lucky enough to attend the Premier Passholder preview, but we were curious to see the differences once the houses opened to the public. We … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Velocicoaster Ride Vehicle, Haunted Houses, Robot Dog, Capacity Closures, and More

September 20, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from September 13 to September 20, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Check out our … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 9/17/20 (Halloween Decorations, "Velocicoaster" Ride Vehicles on the Track, Rock Work Begins Around Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey Lockers, and More)

September 20, 2020

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Welcome to a very exciting day here at the Universal Orlando Resort! Fall is in the air and we’re ready for a weekend full of frights. We started our day off at Universal Studios Florida, and found Halloween decorations had been added at the Universal Studios Store. Orange and black bunting and garland were draped … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Large Crowds Descend Upon Universal Orlando Resort for Haunted Houses and More Halloween 2020 Festivities

September 19, 2020

Good morning from Universal Orlando Resort! Our reporters were up bright and early to check out all of the new Halloween festivities opening at Universal today. Team Members had prepared the walkways in Universal Orlando’s parking garages for bigger crowds than usual. Islands of Adventure was open for early admission instead of Universal Studios Florida. … Read more

VIDEO: Watch the Incredible "Zom-Beats" A Cappella Group at Universal Studios Japan

September 19, 2020

Even though Halloween is running a bit differently at Universal Studios Japan this year, there’s still a fresh new show special for this year—Zom-Beats, a four-person a cappella group singing hits like “Thriller” and “My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark” with incredible skill! You should absolutely watch the video below on our … Read more

VIDEO: Watch the Full Dedication of Universal Halloween at Universal Studios Japan

September 19, 2020

It’s spooky season at Universal Studios Japan from now through November 8th! And while there may not be Horror Nights or haunted houses this year, there are some signs of what we miss! Friends from the Universal Monsters Live Rock ‘n’ Roll Show have taken to the streets of Hollywood to teach the Rat-tat-tat dance, … Read more

PHOTOS, REVIEW: "Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives" House Opens for Halloween at Universal Studios Florida

September 18, 2020

Today marks the opening of Universal Orlando’s two haunted houses for a Premier Passholder preview. We secured our reservation and got to visit the houses just after they opened. Given that these houses are available with regular daytime admission for the first time, additional parental advisory signs have been placed near the entrances. The sign … Read more

PHOTOS, REVIEW: NEW "Revenge of the Tooth Fairy" Haunted House Opens for Halloween at Universal Studios Florida

September 18, 2020

What happens when a child says no to the Tooth Fairy?” Today marks the opening of Universal Orlando’s two haunted houses for a Premier Passholder preview. We secured our reservation and got to visit the houses just after they opened. Given that these houses are available with regular daytime admission for the first time, additional … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 9/15/20 (Food Trucks Arrive for HHN, "Velocicoaster" Ride Vehicles, Water Art in Diagon Alley, Poseidon's Fury Repairs, and More)

September 17, 2020

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It’s an exciting week here at the Universal Orlando Resort as we get closer to the officially announced Halloween Horror Nights houses. In anticipation of the crowds this weekened, Universal Studios Florida has put some measures in place to help make the guest experience as enjoyable as possible. We’ve often mentioned the long lines for … Read more

PHOTOS: House Signs Installed and Food Trucks Arrive for Halloween Experiences at Universal Studios Florida

September 15, 2020

After we noticed black curtains on sign stands in Universal Studios Florida yesterday, Universal announced the park would be hosting two Halloween Horror Nights 2020 houses starting September 19. Today, signs have been installed for the houses—though they are covered by the black curtains—and food trucks are parked nearby. The two houses are Revenge of … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Universal Orlando Resort Now Loading Every Row at Attractions, Halloween Horror Nights Rumors, Universal Studios Hollywood Reopening Preparations, and More

September 14, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from September 6 to September 13, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Check out our … Read more

Universal's Islands of Adventure to Host FREE Trick-or-Treating Event for Kids This Weekend; Costumes Allowed at Both Parks

September 14, 2020

Not only is Universal Studios Florida opening up two haunted houses for Halloween season, but guests will also be allowed to wear costumes and trick-or-treat. Costumes at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure Costumes will be allowed at both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure, with extensive guidelines. All costumes must be family-friendly … Read more

PHOTOS: Curtains Added to Sign Stands Rumored to be for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida

September 14, 2020

Rolled-up curtains have been added to the sign stands that are rumored to be for Halloween Horror Nights houses that may be opening at Universal Studios Florida starting later this week. The black curtains are rolled up and tied off on the side of the stands, so we can’t see if there’s anything pictured on … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 9/11/20 (Signage Appears for Rumored Halloween Horror Nights Houses, Plexiglass Dividers Added on Select Attractions, Crowds, and More)

September 12, 2020

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It’s a busy day here at the Universal Orlando Resort, and we decided to start our morning haunting Universal Studios Florida first. Upon our arrival, we discovered some mysterious new structures have appeared, possibly for the 2 rumored Halloween Horror Nights houses that will be open for day guests. We’re really excited by the appearance … Read more

Team Member Comp Passes Blocked Out on Weekends at Universal Orlando Resort Through Halloween

September 12, 2020

As of yesterday, Universal Orlando Resort has blocked out Team Member complimentary passes on Saturdays and Sundays from September 19 through October 31. This comes amidst rumors that Universal will be opening up two Halloween Horror Nights houses for regular guests. Though Halloween Horror Nights has been canceled, there is some evidence that houses will … Read more