It is Southern California's biggest studio-run haunt, with haunted houses built by the same park that makes the rides. This year's lineup includes a house based on Sinners, the Oscar-winning 2025 film. On a Friday-to-Sunday weekend, all three nights are event nights.
What to expect
Walk-through haunted houses based on horror films, scare actors roaming the park, and selected rides open at night. Lines for the houses can be long, so plan your order before you arrive.
Good to know
- The event needs its own ticket; daytime park admission does not include it.
- Prices vary by night, and buying online for a specific night is cheaper than at the gate.
- The event starts at 7 p.m.; closing times vary by night.
- Universal Express and early-access add-ons are sold separately.
- Metro's B Line stops at Universal City/Studio City, with a shuttle up to the park.
Common questions
Is Friday, October 2 an event night?
Yes. Universal's event-night calendar marks Oct 2, 3 and 4 as event nights.
Does a regular park ticket get me in?
No. Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed event.