Halloween Horror Nights is back at Universal Orlando Resort this fall for its 35th anniversary, running for 48 select nights from August 28 through November 1 2026. Tickets are on sale now.
This year's event transforms Universal Studios Florida into the "Infernal Carnival of Nightmares," a decrepit, fear-fueled carnival concept anchored by two of the event's most recognizable icons.
Jack and Oddfellow Team Up
Jack the Clown is arguably the most famous character in Halloween Horror Nights history. First appearing at Halloween Horror Nights X in 2000, Jack Schmidt - a murderous clown with a flair for chaos - became the face of the event and has returned multiple times over the past 25 years.
Dr. Oddfellow, a sinister carnival barker and ringmaster, has brought a big-top menace to the event and made him a fan favorite.
For Halloween Horror Nights 35, the two icons are joining forces as co-ringmasters for the first time. Long-standing rivals in the event's lore, they'll anchor the "Infernal Carnival of Nightmares" theme together and headline their own haunted house, "Jack & Oddfellow: Chaos & Control." The house explores the origins of their rivalry and the moment they decide that working together is the path to maximum terror.
What to Expect
The 35th anniversary event will be Universal's largest Halloween Horror Nights yet, featuring:
- 10 all-new haunted houses
- New scare zones and street experiences
- Entertainment, food, and merchandise throughout the park
Full details on haunted houses and additional announcements are still to come.
Tickets and Packages Available Now
Several options are on sale, with prices per person plus tax:
- Single-night ticket - from $87.99. Valid on any one event night. Pricing varies by date.
- Premium Scream Night - from $399.00. Limited-capacity event on August 27 or October 19, 2026. Includes shorter wait times, all-you-can-enjoy select food and non-alcoholic beverages, and free self-parking.
- R.I.P. Tour - from $399.99. Guided VIP tour with priority entry to haunted houses, Universal Express Unlimited access, a light appetizers reception, commemorative lanyard and button, and valet parking. Separate event admission required.
- Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror Tour - from $99.99. Daytime, lights-on tour of select haunted houses. Choose a 3- or 6-house tour. The 6-house option includes a buffet-style lunch. Exclusive photography access and a commemorative pin included. Theme park or event admission not required.
- Scream Early add-on - from $70.00. Add to your same-day event ticket for access to Universal Studios Florida from 2pm, including at least three haunted houses starting at 2pm and daytime park attractions. Must enter by 5pm. Limited availability.
- Halloween Horror Nights Express Pass - from $169.99. Skip the lines one time at all 10 haunted houses and participating attractions. Separate event admission required.
Single-Night Ticket Pricing
Single-night ticket prices vary by date. Here's the full breakdown:
August 2026
- August 28 (Fri): $114
- August 29 (Sat): $114
- August 30 (Sun): $114
September 2026
- September 2 (Wed): $88
- September 3 (Thu): $88
- September 4 (Fri): $98
- September 5 (Sat): $112
- September 6 (Sun): $98
- September 9 (Wed): $88
- September 10 (Thu): $88
- September 11 (Fri): $101
- September 12 (Sat): $114
- September 13 (Sun): $88
- September 16 (Wed): $88
- September 17 (Thu): $88
- September 18 (Fri): $103
- September 19 (Sat): $114
- September 20 (Sun): $93
- September 23 (Wed): $88
- September 24 (Thu): $88
- September 25 (Fri): $101
- September 26 (Sat): $112
- September 27 (Sun): $91
- September 30 (Wed): $88
October 2026
- October 1 (Thu): $91
- October 2 (Fri): $108
- October 3 (Sat): $123
- October 4 (Sun): $98
- October 7 (Wed): $93
- October 8 (Thu): $93
- October 9 (Fri): $110
- October 10 (Sat): $130
- October 11 (Sun): $110
- October 14 (Wed): $95
- October 15 (Thu): $95
- October 16 (Fri): $110
- October 17 (Sat): $130
- October 18 (Sun): $100
- October 21 (Wed): $95
- October 22 (Thu): $95
- October 23 (Fri): $110
- October 24 (Sat): $130
- October 25 (Sun): $100
- October 28 (Wed): $95
- October 29 (Thu): $95
- October 30 (Fri): $110
- October 31 (Sat): $120
November 2026
Premium Scream Night Returns - Twice
The limited-capacity Premium Scream Night event returns for two nights this year: Thursday, August 27 and Monday, October 19. Tickets start at $399.00 per person. In addition to shorter wait times, the ticket includes all-you-can-enjoy select food and non-alcoholic beverages and free self-parking.
Staying at one of Universal's 11 on-site hotels comes with perks including complimentary transportation, a dedicated entry gate for Halloween Horror Nights, and access to seasonal hotel experiences. Vacation packages are also available and can save you up to $200 depending on length of stay.
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