Universal Halloween Horror Nights 1-Night Ticket

Ticket Information

• When is Halloween Horror Nights?

  Halloween Horror Nights usually begins in September and runs through to the end of October.

• When are tickets released for Halloween Horror Nights?

  Universal Halloween Horror Nights tickets are usually released on sale around June. This is a separately ticketed event, so admission is not included with a Universal Orlando Explorer tickets.

• Do I have to leave if I'm already in the park that day?

  If you are already in the park when they close and have a valid ticket for Halloween Horror Nights, members of staff will guide you to a holding area so you don't need to leave the park and re-enter.

• Do I have to book a date for Halloween Horror Nights?

  Yes, in order to control capacity at Universal Halloween Horror Nights, you must select your event date at the time of booking.

General Information

• What time does Halloween Horror Nights start in Orlando?

  The Universal Studios park closes around 5.00pm and then the Halloween Horror Nights event begins around 6.30pm on select nights.

• What is included in my Halloween Horror Nights ticket?

  Your Halloween Horror Nights ticket gives you admission to one of the scariest Halloween events. There are plenty of themed haunted houses or mazes to visit as well as night-time attractions to enjoy. Aside from this, scare actors will be roaming around the park to give you a 'warm' welcome. It's a very unique experience that you won't forget quickly!

• Do Universal Resorts buses run through the night?

  The Universal Resorts buses run throughout the night until CityWalk closes. The last Universal Resorts bus is usually around 2.00am.

• Are the Halloween Horror Nights scary for children?

  This event is scary and is not recommended for children under the age of 13. Children under 13 years can attend, although this is at the parent's discretion.

• Can the actors touch you?

  Scare actors will play with your fears and come really close, but they will not touch you. This doesn't mean they can't scare you though! 

• What happens if it rains?

  In the very unlikely event of rain in the evening, the event occurs rain or shine. No rainchecks, returns or refunds due to inclement weather.

• Can I buy an Express Pass for Halloween Horror Nights?

  If you only have a limited time and want to get around a good selection of houses, you can purchase the Halloween Horror Nights Express Pass for Halloween Horror Nights. This can only be done directly at the park as there is limited availability each night.

• Do I need a general admission ticket if I only want to go to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal?

  No, you can just purchase a Halloween Horror Nights ticket for the evening event if you do not want to go to the park at any other time.

Rides & Attractions

• How many mazes are there?

  Usually there are around 10 mazes/houses each year each with its own theme. There are also additional scare areas around the park.

• What rides are open on Halloween Horror Nights?

  Although the main event for the evening is the scare houses, select rides and attractions will remain open during the event.

• Are there areas that aren't scary?

  There are 'safe zones' around the park if you need to take a break from the scares.

• Can I meet any of the characters at Halloween Horror Nights?

  Halloween Horror Nights actors will be roaming freely around the park all evening.

Opening Information

• Are the restaurants open during Halloween Horror Nights?

  There are plenty of places to eat around the park, although the best themed option is dinner at Universal Studios’ Classic Monsters Cafe which can be booked directly.