A Spooky Guide to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood [2024]
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood is a must-attend event for all Halloween and Scary/Horror movie fans!
Please note that this post is going to be about Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights. If you are looking for information on the Halloween event that takes place in Orlando, check out my other post; Universal Studios Orlando Halloween Horror Nights.
Taking place on select 40 nights in September, October, and the first weekend of November at Universal Studios Hollywood. In this post we will go over the different haunted houses, various ticket options, and everything you need to know before you go.
Short on Time? Here are some of the post Highlights:
– 8 New Themed Haunted Houses
– New Themed Terror Tram
– 40 Nights to enjoy the Halloween Horror
– Ticket cost ranges between $77 to $409
– Tickets are on sale, so buy ASAP before the night you want sells out!
What To Expect At Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood
If you have ever attended the Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Orlando, then you someone what know to expect at the one here in Hollywood.
Universal Studio Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights are often referred to as Southern California’s Scariest Halloween event! Filled with hours of non-stop Halloween fun!
With everything from haunted houses, scare zones, live entertainment, themed treats, themed merchandise, and more!
But this event isn’t for everyone! In fact, the event isn’t recommended for anyone 13 years of age or younger.
For the 2024 Halloween Horror Nights, there is no official theme, but there are some really cool Haunted Houses making their debut this year! Along with new Haunted Houses, there will be some familiar ones from last year too.
Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood Houses
This year, there are 8 haunted houses at the Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood. All of which have been announced.
The haunted houses this year are new and improved, based upon some of the current popular horror scenes.
Some of the haunted house themes are the same as the ones that will also be present at Universal Studios Orlando Halloween Horror Nights.
However, many of the 8 haunted houses are going to be exclusive to Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights.
The following houses you can expect to see this 2024 Halloween season:
- A Quiet Place: Silence is Survival – In this house, screams will be the death of you, as monsters will be ready to attack at the slightest sound! Based on the films of the same name, this is one quietly terrifying House you won’t want to miss.
- Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire – There is something weird, and it don’t look good! Time to call Ghostbusters, as Garraka has made its earthly debut. Will they have what it takes before the world turns into a frozen tundra?!
- Insidious: The Further – This haunted house takes you to the Red-Faced Demon’s lair, where you will try not to get trapped. Watch out for demons who are trying their best to keep you trapped.
- The Weekend: Nightmare Trilogy – This new house debuts a chilling combination of monsters and demons from After Hours, Dawn FM and a brand new story.
- The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Legacy of Leatherface – Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre. This house will bring all of Leatherface and his cannibalistic friends in a way you’ve never seen them before.
- Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines – This Haunted House puts you right in the middle of a battle between Dracula’s daughter and her mavens against Saskia Van Helsing and the Bride of Frankenstein. Who is going to win this epic showdown?!
- Monstruos 2: The Nightmares of Latin America – Last year at HHN, you saw the Monsters of Latin America, this year get ready to see the Nightmares of Latin America. Be prepared to see El Charro, El Cadejo, and El Cucuy.
- Dead Exposure: Death Valley – Picture government created super soldiers gone wrong, and that is what you get when you enter this haunted house. Only things have gone terribly wrong, and now there are a bunch of radioactive zombies! Can you make it through without letting them out?!
Previous years have included the following themes:
- Evil Dead Rise
- Monstruous: The Monsters of Latin America
- Holidayz in Hell
- Universal Monsters Unmasked
- Chucky Ultimate Kill Count
- Stranger Things
- The Last of Us
Horror Nights Terror Tram
The Terror Tram returns this year with a brand new theme! This year the Terror Tram is based off of Blumhouse characters! Themed “Enter the Blumhouse“, on this new terror tram you will see The Grabber, M3GAN, and others trying to stop you from enjoying the evening.
You can watch the trailer for the new Terror Tram here:
Previous themes of the Terror Tram have been:
The Exterminatorz
Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood Dates
Halloween Horror Night will take place on select nights from September 5 – November 3, 2024. There will be a total of 40 nights to select from, but you better buy tickets quickly, as nights sell out fast!
Here are the dates for Halloween Horror Nights for the 2024 Halloween Season
The event will start at 7 pm, and the ending time does vary by date.
Halloween Horror Nights Cost
The night of Halloween Horror Night at Hollywood Studios depends upon the type of ticket you purchase, and the night of the event that you go to.
Here is a quick overview of what the cost will be to go, followed by a full breakdown.
The minimal cost that you can expect to pay to attend Halloween Horror Nights is about $77 per person (a $3 increase from last year). If you select the R.I.P tour, then you can expect to pay around $409 per person (a $10 increase from last year).
If a Spooky ‘season pass’ is what you are after, then the cheapest pass, Frequent Fear Pass, is $179 per person (a $40 decrease from last year). And the Ultimate Fear Pass starts at $299 per person (a $30 decrease from last year). But more details on the season passes below.
As a general rule of thumb, attending on Thursday nights will be the cheapest night to go, and will probably have the smallest crowds. The weekends are always going to be the most expensive, as well as the most crowded.
Below I have listed all the different ticket options available. Please note that if you have looked at the ticket options for Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando, the ticket options for Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood are different.
Halloween Horror Nights Tickets
Tickets for Halloween Horror Night Hollywood can be purchased online, and at the gates (unless sold out). Tickets are currently on sale.
Tickets can be purchased directly from Universal Studios Hollywood; purchase online here. Or they can be purchased through Klook; purchase on Klook here.
There are quite a few different ticket options to select from. Here are all of the different ticket options to hopefully make it easier for you to decide which tickets are best for you and your party.
If you are looking for ticket information on the Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando, then check out my other blog post; Universal Studios Orlando Halloween Horror Nights.
Some fine print to remember when you purchase your tickets:
- Tickets are only valid for the date that you select when checking out
- Unless purchased separately, tickets do not include early access to the event
- No outside food or beverages are allowed
- The event occurs rain or shine, and no rain checks or refunds will be offered
- Unless stated, parking is not included in the ticket cost
- Tickets are non-transferable, non-refundable, and non-exchangeable
Regardless of which ticket your purchase, it is important to read the terms and conditions for the ticket you select.
Halloween Horror Night General Admission Ticket
This is the base ticket option that you can purchase in order to attend the spooky event!
It allows you access to Universal Studios Hollywood* for the special ticketed event. And allows you to see all the haunted houses and attractions that are open during the event.
This single-night ticket costs between $77 – $107 per person. The cost does vary by the date on which you attend.
*The ticket does NOT allow you access to Super Nintendo World during the event.
Halloween Horror Night Universal Express Ticket
The Universal Express Ticket option is the same as the single-night ticket, giving guests access to the after-hours event. Plus it gives guests express access to all of the haunted houses.
Express access is only allowed once per haunted house with this ticket. This means that if you want to go back to a favorite haunted house, you will have to stand in the regular line.
The Universal Express Ticket costs between $229 – $309 per person. Again, the night which you select to go will cause a change in the ticket cost.
Halloween Horror Night Universal Express Unlimited Ticket
With the HHN Unlimited Express ticket, you can enjoy unlimited express access to all the haunted houses. Where the Express Ticket allows you to just enter each house once, this ticket gives you unlimited express access.
Have a favorite Haunted house? Go as many times as you would like with this ticket. This Universal Express Unlimited ticket costs between $269 – $349 per person.
Halloween Horror Night After 2 pm Ticket
This is a Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Night exclusive ticket! That’s right, Orlando doesn’t have this ticket option for guests!
With this ticket, guests are allowed to enter the park for the event at 2 pm. This gives you an extra 5 hours to enjoy Universal Studios Hollywood prior to the event!
This 2 pm ticket costs between $117 – $167 per person. Which is actually a great value for getting into the park so early!
Halloween Horror Night 2 pm Express Ticket
Get into the park 5 hours early and get express access to each of the 8 haunted houses at Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood with this ticket!
This 2 pm express ticket costs between $289 – $389 per person.
Halloween Horror Night R.I.P Tour
This is what I would consider the ultimate horror night experience ticket! This R.I.P. Tour ticket really delivers above and beyond for true horror fans!
The R.I.P. Tour includes:
– A guided walking tour of the event with R.I.P entry into each haunted house
– R.I.P entry to select rides
– Reserved seating at Live shows
– Private VIP trolley transportation
– Gourmet dinner at the VIP dining room
– Interactive themed photo with a scare actor
– Complimentary Valet Parking
– Special VIP entrance to Universal Studios Hollywood
– Commemorative “R.I.P” credentials and lanyard
A few of the items listed above are based on the tour itinerary that you select. Making the R.I.P tour customizable to what your group wants.
When you go to purchase the R.I.P. Tour, you will need to select the time of your tour. The times of the tours are subject to availability.
R.I.P Tour cost is between $409 – $509 per person.
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Halloween Horror Night Early Access Ticket
This is an add-on ticket that you can purchase in addition to the single-night ticket.
By purchasing this additional early access ticket, you will be granted access to Universal Studios Hollywood, an hour and a half prior (at 5:30 pm) to the Halloween Horror Nights event starting.
The Early Access ticket is great if you want to get a head start, but don’t want to purchase a 2 pm access ticket.
Early Access tickets cost between $10 – $25 per person. As with the single-night tickets, the cost of the additional early access ticket will vary upon the day of the week.
Purchasing this ticket alone will NOT get you into Halloween Horror Nights. This must be purchased IN ADDITION to a single-night ticket.
Halloween Horror Night Fear Passes
Another Universal Studios Hollywood exclusive pass for the Halloween Horror Nights! Offering two different types of ‘unlimited’ passes for the Halloween Horror Night events!
You’ve heard that correctly folks! Why scream just one night this Halloween season when you can get your scream on multiple nights!
Frequent Fear Pass
The Frequent Fear Pass allows guests to attend up to 33 nights of the Halloween Horror Night event!
With this pass, there are no blackout dates on the first visit. Visits after the initial must be one of the select nights (listed below). Return visits do have some blackout dates.
Return Visit Approved Dates:
September 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29.
October 3, 4, 6, 9, 10, 13, 16, 17, 20, 23, 24, 27, 30, 31
November 1, 2, 3
Return Visit Blackout Dates:
October 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
This Frequent Fear Pass starts at $179 per person! This is a great deal for the cost. If you break it down, as long as you go at least twice, the pass basically pays for itself!
Note: The Frequent Fear Pass does not include early access to the event
Ultimate Fear Pass
The Ultimate Fear Pass allows guests to attend up to 40 nights of the Halloween Horror Night event!
With the Ultimate Fear Pass, there are no blackout dates! Guests with this pass can attend all the event nights if they wish!
If you are looking for a super spooky, scream-filled Halloween season, then this is definitely the pass that you are looking for!
This Ultimate fear pass is $299 per person! When you break it down, this pass is a great deal. As long as you go more than twice, the pass has essentially paid for itself!
Note: The Unlimited Fear Pass does not include early access to the event
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Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights FAQ:
Here are some of the frequent questions that arise when discussing Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights. If you have further questions, please feel free to email me at: red@redthetraveler.com
Is Universal Studios Hollywood doing Halloween Horror Nights?
YES! Universal Studios Hollywood is hosting Halloween Horror Nights for a grand total of 40 nights this spooky season! The event takes place on select nights throughout September and October.
Tickets are on sale now, so be sure you purchase your tickets online prior to the event!
What time do Hollywood Horror Nights start?
The event officially starts at 7 pm. Unfortunately, this year Universal Studios removed their early access into the event for purchasing tickets online.
Now, if you wish to enter the event earlier than 7 pm, you can either purchase an additional Early Access Ticket, which grants 1.5 hours early entry. Or purchase a 2 pm ticket entry, which allows you to enter 5 hours prior to the event.
In other words, entrance into the event will depend upon the ticket you purchase:
General Admission: 7 pm Entry
Early Entry Ticket (add-on): 5:30 pm Entry
2pm Ticket: 2 pm Entry
Can you dress up for Halloween Horror Nights?
Unfortunately, Universal Studios has a strict policy on costumes and attire during their Halloween Horror Night events. Costumes are not encouraged, nor will they be allowed in through the front gates.
What is the best day to go to Hollywood Horror Nights?
If you’re looking to experience Halloween Horror Nights without having to deal with big crowds, then going during the week is going to be one of the better days to go.
Dates that are weekends, and/or dates that are closer to Halloween will not only be more expensive, but they will also be more crowded.
If you can, going during the week in early September, or in early October will help minimize crowds during your event.
Does Hollywood Horror Nights include rides?
Halloween Horror Nights event does include some rides for the night, but not all. Some of the rides that are open are as follows;
- Jurassic World – The Ride
- Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride
- Transformers: The Ride-3D
If you are looking for Express Access or Unlimited Express Access to the rides that are open during the event, then be sure to purchase the event ticket that includes either option.
An area that is for sure off-limits to Halloween Horror Night guests is the Super Nintendo World area. The whole area with the rides will be closed during the event.
However, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be open during Halloween Horror Nights. Additionally, you should be able to see some of the frightful characters like Death Eaters during the event.
Super Nintendo World will NOT be open during the event.
Does Universal close early on Halloween Horror Nights?
Yes, on event nights, the park closes to the general public at 5 pm. However, if you have a ticket to that date’s Halloween Horror Night event, then you are allowed to stay within the park in designated areas.
If you are unsure where the designated area is, be sure to ask a worker, and they will be happy to help navigate you to the right area.
When did Halloween Horror Nights start in Hollywood?
Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood is actually the spin-off of the Horror event that takes place at Universal Studios Orlando. This spooky event started in 1994, the year after it was started in Orlando.
The event has been going strong ever since (well minus a year for the pandemic).
The Wrap-Up: Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood
This year Halloween Horror Nights will take place on select nights from September 5, 2024, until November 3, 2024. There will be a total of 40 event nights for guests to enjoy.
Tickets are currently on sale, with a few nights sold out, so if you are planning on going, I would recommend purchasing your tickets sooner rather than later.
Ticket prices do vary based on the type of ticket you purchase, and the night that you go. This year, Universal Studios has created an add-on ticket for guests to purchase.
This add-on ticket allows guests to purchase early access to the event on the night they already have a ticket to the event.
If you wish to go for multiple nights, then investing in a Fear Pass is the way to go. As you will be able to go for multiple nights during the frightful Halloween Season.
Enjoy 8 new themed haunted houses, scare zones, and even a Terror Tram at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood.
I do my best to keep this post updated, so be sure to check back to see new information added, and updated yearly.
