Evil Dead Burn

The Book of the Dead has been reopened. Try not to become possessed by soul-sucking Deadites in this haunted house based on Evil Dead Burn.

Hellraiser

Become part of the Cenobites’ hellish rituals in this haunted house based on the original Hellraiser trilogy.

Stranger Things 5

One. Last. Adventure. Return to Hawkins for the final battle in this haunted house based on Stranger Things 5.

Three characters from the film Sinners standing together behind a hand wrapped in fire.

Sink Your Teeth Into Sinners

The blues become red when bloodthirsty vampires pierce the veil and crash the party in this haunted house based on the hit film, Sinners.

Enter a World of Relentless Terror

Horror that haunts you. Fear that consumes you. Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights tickets and packages are on sale now.

EVENT

Halloween Horror Nights

Location

Universal Studios Hollywood

Admission
Separately Ticketed Event
Event Dates
Dates are subject to availability, changes and/or cancellation without notice.
Select Nights Sept. 3–Nov. 1, 2026

Southern California's Scariest Halloween Event

Horror that haunts you. Fear that consumes you. Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights tickets and packages are on sale now.

WARNING: EVENT MAY BE TOO INTENSE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 13. COSTUMES SUBJECT TO COSTUME POLICY. NO COSTUME MASKS ALLOWED

It’s All Part of the Horror

Here are all the killer reasons you’ll love Halloween Horror Nights.

Terrifying Haunted Houses
Watch your back as you make your way through terrifying haunted houses inspired by the biggest names in horror, plus some of Universal’s own twisted creations.
Terror Tram
All aboard for disturbing new horrors at every turn. Check back for details.
Scream-Filled Scare Zones
Face nightmarish creatures prowling the streets of Universal Studios, appearing where you least expect.
Exhilarating Rides and Attractions
Experience some of the park’s most exhilarating rides and attractions, which will be open during the event.
Entertainment
Lose yourselves in entertainment filled with diabolical surprises.
Themed Food & Drinks
Feed your fear at select dining locations.
Themed Merchandise
Whether you want to cloak your fear before your arrival or commemorate your survival, shop for themed merchandise.

Terrifying Haunted Houses Coming This Year

Enter haunted houses inspired by the biggest names in horror. You’re never quite sure if your spine is tingling with dread or sheer excitement.

Just Announced
Haunted House
Deadites Have You in Their Sights
In this haunted house based on the new film, Evil Dead Burn, dodge possessed Deadites are hell-bent on making you their next victim.
Haunted House
Your Own Slice of Hell
Enter a tormented realm where the Cenobites derive their ultimate pleasure in this haunted house based on the original Hellraiser trilogy.
Haunted House
One Last Adventure with Stranger Things
The Upside Down is invading Hawkins. Try to defeat Vecna once and for all in this haunted house based on Stranger Things 5.
Haunted House
Sink Your Teeth Into Sinners
The blues become red when bloodthirsty vampires pierce the veil and crash the party in this haunted house based on the hit film, Sinners.
Check Back for More Haunted House Reveals
Get the latest Halloween Horror Nights news, announcements and details as soon as they’re revealed, as well as official Universal Studios Hollywood special offers and more.

Rides & Attractions

Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge
Ride through iconic courses, throw shells, and collect digital coins to beat Team Bowser. You’ve never experienced Mario Kart™ like this.
The Simpsons Ride
Grab a seat with The Simpsons™ on a virtual reality roller coaster ride with Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie.
Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride
Face heart-pounding special effects and unexpected twists at every turn as you escape the Mummy’s revenge in life-like horror.
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™
Join Harry Potter™ and his friends on a thrilling, unforgettable adventure through the classrooms and corridors of Hogwarts™ and beyond.
TRANSFORMERS™: The Ride-3D
Immerse yourself in excitement on TRANSFORMERS™: The Ride-3D, featuring a fusing of photo-realistic 3D HD media, elaborate flight simulation technology and cutting-edge effects.

A menacing skeleton emerges from a blood spattered background.

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View Costume Policy

Universal Studios Hollywood & Universal CityWalk Hollywood Costume Guidelines For Halloween Horror Nights 2026

Guests may wear costumes to Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk Hollywood (“Universal”) on 2026 Halloween Horror Nights event dates subject to Universal’s Code of Conduct and to the following costume guidelines:

Guests must be fully clothed, including shoes and shirts.
Guests may not wear clothing or accessories (e.g. uniforms, costumes or props) that may create a false impression that guests work for Universal or as emergency personnel, including, without limitation clothing or items identified with law enforcement, security, firefighters, emergency responders or the military.
Except as required by Universal or for religious or medical reasons, guests may not wear any covering that fully or partially obscures a person’s face, including costume masks, facial coverings, and face applications. Face painting is permitted only if it covers no more than one-half of the face (applied vertically only) or is applied in a pre-approved design by professional artists at Universal. Guests may be requested to modify their make-up or remove any type of facial covering to meet the above standards.
No prosthetic makeup (including makeup that conceals part of the face, like the eyes, nose, or mouth) is permitted.
Clothing that Universal determines is indecent, exposes excessive portions of the skin, or that Universal views as inappropriate for a family environment (including, without limitation, gory or gruesome clothing or accessories) is prohibited.
Service animals may not wear or be part of a costume.
No weapons of any kind are permitted. Any item that resembles a weapon or is manufactured in the shape of a weapon is not permitted. Any items that could be used as a weapon are not permitted, including, but not limited to: firearms, explosives, fireworks, chemical dispensing devices, clubs, sticks, knives, swords or other object(s) that may be used in any way to inflict bodily injury on another person.
No special or atmospheric effects, including, without limitation, balloons, smoke, fog, powered effects, and sound effects, are permitted.
No veils, long trains, stilts, or oversized costumes that could pose a safety hazard to guests or team members are permitted.
Costumes may not interfere with security screening. Costumes cannot exceed 25 inches wide x 80 inches high to meet Universal’s metal detection regulations. Costumes are subject to secondary x-ray screenings.
Universal reserves the right to preclude any costumes that may cause confusion that the guest is part of the Halloween Horror Nights experience. Impersonating a theme park entertainment or character or performing, frightening or otherwise disrupting other guests or event operations is prohibited and may result in expulsion from Universal’s property.

For your safety, you may be asked to remove part of your attire or accessories before participating in certain rides, shows and/or attractions. Please be aware that guests may not be admitted to some rides, shows and/or attractions depending on their costumes.

THE ABOVE COSTUME GUIDELINES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. IF A GUEST VIOLATES ANY OF THESE GUIDELINES, UNIVERSAL SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT, IN OUR SOLE DISCRETION, TO (1) ASK A GUEST TO MODIFY OR REMOVE THEIR COSTUME OR CHANGE INTO ATTIRE THAT IS COMPLIANT WITH THESE GUIDELINES AND/OR UNIVERSAL’S CODE OF CONDUCT; OR (2) REFUSE THE GUEST ENTRY TO UNIVERSAL’S PROPERTY OR REQUIRE THE GUEST TO LEAVE UNIVERSAL’S PROPERTY. UNIVERSAL’S INTERPRETATION OF THESE GUIDELINES IS FINAL.