Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas: A Night of Terror, Thrills, and Immersive Horror

August 29, 2025 – by westcoastbeat – Leave a Comment

Las Vegas welcomed horror fans into a chilling new realm with Universal Horror Unleashed, delivering a fully immersive experience that combines spine-tingling haunted houses, themed areas, live performances, and chef-inspired cuisine. Running select nights, the event brought the terror of Universal’s most iconic franchises and original horrors to life like never before.

Four Sinister Haunted Houses
Guests were plunged into staggered group entries, allowing full immersion in each of the four haunted houses, each packed with storytelling and scares:

• Scarecrow: The Reaping – Set in a dry 1930s Midwest farmland, this original story pits guests against vengeful, bloodthirsty scarecrows and the horrifying inhabitants that haunt the land.
• The Texas Chainsaw Massacre – Attendees step into the 1974 horror classic, coming face-to-face with Leatherface, his deranged family, and iconic scenes from the terrifying film.
• Universal Monsters – Horror legends like Dracula, The Mummy, and Frankenstein break free from the silver screen to stalk guests through a continuous nightmare of cinematic terror.
• Blumhouse’s The Exorcist: Believer – Guests witness the chilling possession and transformation of Katherine and Angela, moving from the eerie woods to the hospital and ultimately confronting the supernatural chaos of the exorcism itself.

Four Themed Areas
Beyond the haunted houses, guests explored interactive themed zones:

• Kill Vault – Rusty knives, machetes, and sinister characters lurk in every shadow, ready to engage unsuspecting victims.
• Prop Graveyard – A collection of haunted dolls, dismembered mannequins, and movie set props that appear to move as guests pass.
• Dead Storage – Forgotten Universal relics are reclaimed by night-dwelling creatures, from vampires to a mid-transformation werewolf.
• Jack’s Alley – A twisted dark carnival with Jack the Clown and his malicious troupe performing deadly acrobatics in the Jack & Chance: Stay or Slay Show.

The exterior of the building featured a striking mural by Las Vegas-based street artist Krie, capturing the essence of Universal Horror Unleashed and showcasing a collaboration celebrating local art and culture.

Chef-Inspired Food and Beverage
The event offered an array of themed culinary experiences:

• Rough Cuts – Carved small plates like Ears and Shoulder paired with interactive show moments.
• Premiere House – Blumhouse-inspired tapas and cocktails, including Texas Chainsaw Flatbread and Broiler Bread.
• Boiler Bar – A monstrous flaming centerpiece served as a dramatic backdrop for craft cocktails.
• Jack’s Alley Bar – Circus-inspired drinks and performances in a hellish carnival atmosphere.

Exclusive Merchandise and VIP Experiences
Fans could shop collectibles inspired by the haunted houses, including apparel, accessories, and souvenirs like Spirit Jerseys and blood-dripping tumblers. The Haunted High Rollers VIP Experience elevated the terror with priority access, personal VIP hosts, exclusive food and beverage, artist meet-and-greets, and special merchandise discounts.

Final Thoughts
Universal Horror Unleashed is a masterclass in immersive horror, blending classic scares with innovative storytelling, interactive areas, and unforgettable live performances. Whether braving the haunted houses, exploring themed zones, or indulging in themed cuisine, attendees are guaranteed a night of terror and excitement that only Las Vegas can deliver.

https://www.universalhorrorunleashed.com/en/us

Get Ready for Fear: Dark Harbor Returns to the Queen Mary This Fall, Running September 19 – November 2!

September 6, 2025 – by westcoastbeat – Leave a Comment

The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor: Summoned by the Seas will be open select nights September 19 through November 2. The world’s most haunted vessel will again be transformed into a domain of dread, where shadows stalk the decks and sinister secrets lurk in every corridor. Guests will encounter the chilling return of Dark Harbor’s iconic monsters, navigate ghastly mazes, and surrender to eerie live entertainment that echoes across the harbor. From cursed speakeasies and haunted lounges to spectral encounters and devilish bites, the Queen Mary becomes a port for the damned unlike any other.

“Last year we came out of the gate strong with our first returning year of Dark Harbor: The Spirits Rise,” says Amy Hollaman, Senior Regional Manager at Dark Harbor. “In 2025, we intend to dive further into the stories of the spirits of The Queen Mary. We will be taking scares into spectacular new heights and will be bringing a haunted festival feeling that Long Beach has never seen before.”

Mazes at Dark Harbor include:

• Voodoo: The Queen’s Curse – New! A ruthless Priestess rises from a decayed bayou to seize the Queen Mary’s power, commanding Loa, raising the dead, and marking anyone who strays too close. Stumble through potion shops, coffin factories, and poppet-stuffed shacks before a barnstorming finale where lightning crackles overhead and zombie sailors surge below.
• Breakout: Maximum Security – reimagined for 2025! The mystery of stateroom B340 takes a brutal turn in 1948: Samuel the Savage survives and is hauled to a seaside village prison, until he shatters his cell with unnatural force. You’re processed as the new inmate while alarms scream, guards fall, and Samuel hunts. Can the walls hold him… or you?
• Feast: The Final Cut – reimagined for 2025! Step behind the ship’s kitchens for the twisted origin of The Chef, once a handsome, ambitious butcher who grew resentful of first-class passengers and added a “special ingredient” no one could quite place. Winding deeper, you’ll hit blood-slick restrooms, a pantry stacked with plates… and body parts, before the stoves roar to life and victims simmer. This is the final year of Feast, reimagined with a more cannibalistic climax that leads to a grotesque classroom banquet.
• Big Top Terror – Step right up to a cursed carnival where the Ringmaster, no longer man nor woman, bartered their soul for immortality and now feeds a fog-soaked circus that traps the unwary.
• Infirmary – A maniacal surgeon, Dr. Edwin Masters, and his accomplice, Graceful Gale, prey on the ship’s most vulnerable, masquerading as high-society darlings topside while their victims pile up below.
• Lullaby – In the glow of the first-class swimming pool, Scary Mary returns, playful giggles masking a vortex to the underworld that’s grown too powerful to contain. Born from a 1952 tragedy, Mary once tugged sleeves to keep the living away; now the rift’s demons twist her into the singer of your final lullaby.

Guests can enhance their Dark Harbor descent with sinister indulgences that draw you deeper into the ship’s haunted grasp. Beyond the mazes lie trials and temptations designed to test both courage and soul, from the Pirate’s Plunder Shootout, a frenzied contest of marksmanship amidst cursed buccaneers, to the gleaming blades of Anchor Axe, where each throw resounds like a tolling bell for the damned. Carnival fiends may embrace unlimited rides, while puzzle-seekers dare the torment of a ticking mini escape room. Should guests crave a fleeting sweetness amid the dread, the S’mores Package invites them to conjure their own fireside treat.

Step into darker realms of storytelling with premium experiences that blur ritual and nightmare. Within Trick ‘r Treat at Verse Immersive, Halloween’s darkest traditions erupt in an interactive mixed-reality fever dream. Join Lady Mabel for a chilling séance in The Summoning of Samuel, or uncover hidden speakeasies scattered throughout Dark Harbor with her exclusive Foresight Four Pack, which includes a group astrology reading and mystic tokens for secret entry. Digital photo album access ensures every scream, scare, and memory is captured to relive long after the fog clears. Doors unlocked only by mystic tokens included in Lady Mabel’s Foresight Four Pack, which entwines guests in group astrology readings and occult prophecy. Every chilling vision and every piercing scream may be captured forever with digital photo album access, ensuring the horrors live on long after the fog has faded.

For those seeking the ultimate VIP treatment, the RIP Guided Tour grants unholy passage. It offers early entry, front-of-the-line privileges, and a personal guide to escort you through all six mazes and into exclusive sanctums such as the Observation Deck and Captain’s Club. Those wishing to rule their night in decadent dread may claim a Creepy Cabana for six, or upgrade with The Captain’s Double Cabana, a domain for twelve complete with bar service, club access, and a private audience with the Captain himself. However, guests who choose to wander the Queen Mary’s haunted decks can relive every moment with access to a digital photo album.

Tickets for The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor start at $45.99. For more information and tickets, visit www.darkharborhalloween.com.

Knott’s Scary Farm 2025 Unveils 2 New Mazes Alongside Returning Fan Favorites

September 6, 2025 – by westcoastbeat – Leave a Comment

Knott’s Scary Farm is back again this year ready to terrify on 30 select nights from September 18 – November 1, 2025 with a fresh crop of horrors. This year, the nightmares revealed included two new mazes (The Zoo and Mary – The Haunting of Worth Home) plus the return of fan-favorite mazes, scare zones and the popular show THE HANGING.

Nightmares Revealed

• There’s 2 new mazes this year THE ZOO and MARY — THE HAUNTING OF WORTH HOME which you can learn more about below.
• As confirmed at Midsummer Scream, THE GRIMOIRE and MESMER will both be celebrating their final runs this year.
• No new shows or scare zones.
• The Boulet Brothers will make appearances on select nights for meet-and-greet opportunities.
• No Boo Necklaces return once again this year
• Haunt Lantern return with 100+ interactive activations across the event including ability to change the color of the iconic “K” tower.

New Mazes

The Zoo

Something has taken over the abandoned zoo.  What was once a lively showcase of exotic animals has been transformed into a terrifying laboratory of animal/human experiments.  Hybrid creatures have turned on their creators, and the compound is crawling with mutant soldiers thirsty for revenge. Rumors are swirling that the mutated monsters are planning something that will change everything!

 Mary — The Haunting of Worth Home

Venture into that creepy house at the end of the street.  Within the walls hides a terrifying secret. No one foolish enough to go in there has ever come back out alive.  But I’m sure this time it will be different, right? Be careful not to stare into the mirrors too long…you never know what’s staring back from the other side.

Returning Mazes

New Mazes

Eight Fingers Nine: The Boogeyman

Become immersed in a living fairy tale in an 18th century colonial township that’s under siege by an inhuman monster who has a sick penchant for eating fingers. As night descends, Eight Fingers Nine emerges from the shadows in search of fresh meat. His vicious bite penetrates deep, causing sleep paralysis which holds his victim in sway while he slowly consumes their flesh. Step lightly and beware the dark, or you may be the main course at his next meal!

Widows

The night of the arachnid is upon us! Enter a web-covered nursing home where demonic, eight-legged black widows emerge from their silken tunnels to possess the withered bodies of the elderly residence. Their sole purpose is to secure a mate and hatch a clutch of eggs before sunrise. Will you climb into their web and succumb to their dark desires?

Room 13

Violent murders at The Blind Tiger interrupt the Prohibition-era revelry on Memory Lane. A dangerously delicious new cocktail named The Devil’s Elixir seems to be at the root of the mayhem, but where did the mysterious green aperitif come from? The answers may lie at the heart of the extravagant Argive Hotel, where many have checked in to Room 13… but none have checked out.

Cinema Slasher

Venturing through the mystical Midnight Theater, guests travel through the silver screen and into a trilogy of slasher movies. As they are swallowed into the world of gothic horror, they become the movie characters who try to escape the wrath of the dangerous Slasher. The theater opens its doors once again, daring those brave enough to buy a ticket to Cinema Slasher!

The Chilling Chambers

In honor of the first maze in Knott’s Scary Farm’s prestigious history, the 10 Chilling Chambers gives a nostalgic nod to Scary Farm’s past while terrorizing the audience of today. Guests are thrust beyond the threshold of an ominous towering cathedral that leads to terrifying classic maze themes from Knott’s Scary Farm’s infamous history.

Origins: The Curse of Calico

Pierce the veil of time and discover the secret of the evil fog that hangs over Knott’s Scary Farm in Origins: The Curse of Calico. Unearth the sinister paranormal activity that plagues the town as Sarah Marshall is put on trial for her suspected crimes of witchcraft. All will be revealed as the Green Witch rises and curses those who have accused her.

Mesmer: Sideshow of the Mind (FINAL YEAR)

Within the canvas tent lies the secret of the most potent force in the universe: the human mind. A hypnotic session with Professor Mesmer can cure all phobias, including snakes, spiders, darkness, claustrophobia and much more! Enter the professor’s dark world of hypnosis and come face to face with what lies beyond.

The Grimoire (FINAL YEAR)

Turn the page and enter the world of an ancient relic whose dark stories exist purely to turn your greatest nightmares into reality. Enter the world of a mysterious spell book and escape the demonic creatures inside or be eternally trapped within!

Returning Scare Zones

• Ghost Town Streets is where Scary Farm began! The dark streets of Calico are the original and largest, most fear-filled scare zone that started it all. Terror lurks around every corner as the fog-filled alleys hold monsters of every size. Good luck finding a safe passage through the cursed town.
• The Gore-ing 20’s terrorizes even the bravest and most brutal souls. The revelers at The Blind Tiger, the secret speakeasy on Memory Lane, danced their way into oblivion when their decadence brought upon them a deadly curse.
• CARNEVIL invites you to step right up and come face to face with your worst nightmares where deviant clowns and circus freaks are dying for your undying attention on the Boardwalk. Smell the cotton candy as the maniacal midway monsters close in on you.
• Forsaken Lake is underneath Silver Bullet full of gothic creatures ravaged by the dark and murky waters and doomed to wander from their crypts. Each night brings new terrors as a funeral procession makes its way to the spirit world. Don’t be fooled by their elegant dress; these creatures seek fresh blood to join them in their death march.
• The Gauntlet is where characters return to invade Camp Snoopy, but with an updated twist. Guests will again encounter the King and Queen of the realm, maniacal jesters, brutal barbarians, wicked wizards and lawless peasants. They’ve all returned with an onslaught of fresh terror.

Shows

The Hanging: There’s a New Tariff in Town

WHERE: Wagon Camp

The town of Calico is once again under siege! It’s up to the Lawman and the Hangman to rise up and battle the evildoers in all out bloodfest featuring the vilest villains of the past year. Grab a seat at the Wagon Camp and bear witness to the ultimate skewering of pop culture. This show is not for the squeamish!

Conjurers

WHERE: Bird Cage Theater

You won’t believe your eyes when our skilled Illusionist takes the stage in the heart of Calico. Get there early as seats have been known to vanish.

Le Magnifique Carnaval du Grotesque

WHERE: Calico Mine Stage

Step right up and walk into the mystique and darkness of the malevolent Le Magnifique Carnaval Du Grotesque. A collection of death-defying feats and carnival acts that will delight your darkest desires and fill your senses with terror and delight.

More to Explore

Into The Fog: A Scary Farm Tribute Art Show

WHERE: The Factory Store

Into the Fog is an art show specially curated for the discerning Scary Farm fan. The show is home to a collection of original art by unique and talented artists from across the country. These artists have drawn inspiration from Knott’s Scary Farm’s rich decades long history and we’re certain you’ll find an original or print you’ll want to take home with you. Along with the Scary Farm art show, you can find all sorts of souvenirs any Halloween fan will be dying to make their own.

Legacy Store and Museum

WHERE: Knott’s California Marketplace

Check out what’s in store in this creepy space paying homage to more than 5 decades of Knott’s Scary Farm with props, costumes, and more. Plus, get your claws on the latest merchandise opportunities for the season including branded tees, mazes, and more. Plus, if you are not in compliance with the Knott’s Bag Policy, you can pick up a branded bag to stow your items.

Halloween Hootenanny

WHERE: The Timber Mountain Log Ride

The Timber Mountain Log Ride residents celebrate the Halloween Hootenanny, which adds a seasonal twist to a park favorite. Mysterious creatures of Timber Mountain that live out in the woods and caverns join the citizens as they honor the season at the Halloween Hootenanny. The Ride’s interior features surprises as guests venture past the Calico Coffin Creeper band, the town’s green witch, and splash down Skull Mountain through a labyrinth of jack-o-lanterns all set to an original soundtrack by Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies.

Check it out for yourself

Knott’s Scary Farm returns for 30 frightful nights from September 18 – November 1, 2025. Event dates follow:

• September: 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28
• October: 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31
• November: 1

Knott’s Scary Farm is open 7 p.m.–2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 7 p.m.–1 a.m. on select Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

Tickets

• Single Night Admission (From $64) Passholder discount available. Event ticket required for all guests.
• 2025 Scary Farm Pass (From $155, limited availability) Unlimited admission. Passholder discount available.
• Scary Farm Boo-fet (From $45) Includes all-you-can-eat dinner, 2025 souvenir bottle, photo with a monster, early access to select mazes (6:30 pm). Service fee included. Event admission required separately.
• Admission & Meal Bundle (From $79) Includes single night admission, select entree and side from Scary Meal Deal menu options plus regular sized fountain drink.
• Fright & Fast Lane (From $139) Includes priority access to all mazes and select rides. Not valid for admission. Not valid for daytime Fast Lane. Valid on the night chosen and only for Knott’s Scary Farm.
• Very Important Monster Tour (VIP) (From $499, advance purchase required, limited availability, price per person for all ages) Includes single-night admission, private guide (up to 6 hours), Boo-fet dinner, event T-shirt, general vehicle parking, priority access to all mazes, select rides, and select shows. Minimum and maximum guests per order apply.
• Group Tickets (15–99 people) (From $60) Includes admission. Meal bundles available. Not recommended for children under 13.
• Scary Farm Military Admission (From $59.99, online only) Includes single-night admission. Discount for active and retired military. Purchase up to 6 tickets for family and friends. Valid on the date selected. Pricing varies by date.
• Nightly All Inclusive (From $199.99, online only). Includes single-night admission, select entrée and side, regular size fountain drink, Fright & Fast Lane, general vehicle parking. Not valid for daytime admission, dining, or Fast Lane. Parking not valid in the Hotel, Metered, or Preferred lots.

MORE INFO: Visit the official site for tickets and details, KnottsScaryFarm.com

Universal Studios Hollywood Wraps Its Halloween Horror Nights Announcements With a Reveal of Its All-New Menacing Menu, Introduction of Its First-Ever Halloween Horror Nights Dining Pass and Anime Short Film, “Chainsaw Man: The Chaos,” as the Countdown to September 4 Begins

August 21, 2025 – by westcoastbeat

The countdown to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood begins now with the destination’s final slate of announcements, including a menu of terrifying treats curated by Executive Chef Julia Thrash, the eagerly-awaited introduction of Halloween Horror Nights Dining Pass and the reveal of the anime horror short film, “Chainsaw Man: The Chaos,” based on the hit Japanese manga and anime series.

Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood launches on Thursday, September 4 and runs select nights through Sunday, November 2, 2025. Tickets are available for purchase here.

“Chainsaw Man: The Chaos” makes its Hollywood debut exclusively at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights within the DreamWorks Theatre. This all-original horror anime short film arrives directly from Universal Studios Japan based on the popular Japanese manga and anime series streaming now on Crunchyroll. The film will play in-language and recounts the tale of Denji and the Devil Hunters as they battle the Halloween Horror Nights Devil and his army of zombies. Denji, resurrected into Chainsaw Man, a devil-human hybrid with protruding chainsaws from his body, ultimately takes control in a quest to combat the Devils. It’s an extreme showdown that dares guests to survive a chaos of screams and blood.

The specially curated food and beverage items available at Halloween Horror Nights rank among the most indulgent offerings at the event, and for good reason. Executive Chef Julia Thrash and her culinary team bring the same level of details to these treats as Universal’s entertainment team brings to the haunted houses.

This year’s added bonus includes the arrival of a Halloween Horror Nights Dining Pass, inviting guests to feast on select food and beverage options for a single price. The Dining Pass is available for purchase here and at participating theme park restaurants. Each Dining Pass entitles guests to six items, consisting of two eligible entrée items and four eligible side, snack, dessert or beverage items. All eligible menu items will be designated by a Universal Studios Dining Pass logo on the restaurant menu boards. The Dining Pass is redeemable at participating food and beverage locations only and is valid on the selected visit date. Additional restrictions apply.

The following highlights a sampling of the horror-inspired foods available during Halloween Horror Nights, inclusive of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free items. Guests must be 21+ and have a valid photo ID to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.

Fallout (located on the Upper Lot)

• Loaded Cram Fries – crispy chili-glazed spam served over pub fries
• Brahmin Burger – all-beef burger topped with smoked brisket, pickles and BBQ sauce
• Roasted Radroach Legs – blackened turkey wings served with pub fries
• Roasted Stingwing – plant-based meatloaf served with insta-mash and mushroom gravy
• Gulper Stew – creamy clam chowder topped with green onions and crispy bacon
• Iguana on a Stick – cheesy cornflake crusted corn dog​
• Yum Yum Deviled Eggs – coconut panna cotta filled with Chamoy pineapple bits and topped with mango topping and tajin
• Vault Dwellers Wedding Cake – red velvet sponge cake with cream cheese mousse
• Rad Away – chipotle pineapple brown sugar lemonade served in a blood bag (non-alcoholic)
• Sunset Sarsaparilla – hot honey root beer topped with sweet cold foam (non-alcoholic)
• Quantum Fizz – blue raspberry Sprite with a sour blue raspberry rim (non-alcoholic)
• The Nuclear Blast – vodka, peach schnapps, blue curaçao, orange and lemon juice, simple syrup and Sprite soda tapped with a dehydrated lemon wheel

Five Nights at Freddy’s (located on the Lower Lot)

• Freddy Fazbear Pizza – classic cheese pizza or cheese pizza topped with tasty pepperoni

Terrifier (Clown Cafe cart located adjacent to the “Terrifier” haunted house)

• Sunflower Glasses – lemon raspberry cookie sandwich
• Art’s Delight (served at Mulligan’s and VIP Restaurant as part of the RIP Tour) – vodka, lemonade, vanilla syrup and lemon juice with a black sugar rim, topped with whipped cream and a strawberry drizzled marshmallow
• Art’s Bloody Masterpiece Donut – Vanilla donut with raspberry filling, black and white sprinkles and a red chocolate drizzle

Jason Universe Barbecue (located on the Lower Lot)

• Pamela’s Smoked Brisket Mac and Cheese – creamy mac and cheese topped with smoked brisket and BBQ sauce
• Camp Creamy Gouda Fondue – gouda and Angry Orchard fondue served in a sourdough bread bowl with sliced apples
• Crystal Lake Campfire Dog – 22” all-beef hot dog topped with smoked beef brisket, Angry Orchard fondue and crispy onions served with chips
• Mess Hall Turkey Leg – smoked seasoned turkey leg served with chips
• Jason Universe Mask S’more – fire-roasted marshmallow, graham cracker, milk chocolate and blood splatter
• Mommy’s Special Margarita – Angry Orchard Crisp Apple, tequila, honey and lime juice with a salted rim and lime wheel
• Pam’s Punch – Angry Orchard Crisp Apple, white rum, black cherry syrup and lemon juice topped with a dehydrated apple chip

SLASH Bar (located on the Lower Lot by “Jurassic World—The Ride”)

• Chicken Satay Tacos – coconut turmeric chicken topped with pickled carrot and onion drizzled with a creamy turmeric sour cream and cilantro
• Thai Beef Tacos – Thai marinated beef topped with pickled carrot and onion drizzled with a creamy turmeric sour cream and cilantro
• Thai Curry Tacos – Thai curry plant-based steak tips topped with pickled carrot and onion drizzled with a creamy turmeric sour cream and cilantro
• Slash’s Top Hat – vanilla bean sponge cake with mango habanero gelee, pineapple compote and a crisp honey crunch
• Slash’s Snake Pit – raspberry ginger Coca-Cola or Coca-Cola Zero Sugar with a gummy snake (non-alcoholic)
• Night Train – vodka, spiced rum, blue curaçao, lemon juice and Sprite, topped with a Cabernet Sauvignon float
• The Danse of the Dead – whiskey, blackberry syrup, lemon juice and old fashioned mix topped with a mint sprig and fresh blackberries
• Beautiful Dangerous – gin, aperol, lemon juice, simple syrup, grenadine and Mediterranean tonic water with a pink sugar rim and rosemary sprig

Chucky’s Dive Bar (located behind Animation Studio Store)

• Playtime’s Over – tequila, watermelon puree, habanero, lime juice and agave with a chamoy and tajin rim and chamoy gummy bears
• Friend Till the End – vodka, blue curaçao, lemon juice, simple syrup and Sprite with orange boba popping pearls, topped with cotton candy
• The Charles Lee Ray – bourbon, fire whiskey, pumpkin puree and ginger ale topped with dehydrated mangos

Dia de Los Muertos (located in Universal Plaza)

• Carne Asada Nachos – tortilla chips topped with carne asada, pico de gallo, queso fresco and guacamole
• Beef Birria Tacos with Red Sauce – Beef birria topped with onions and cilantro on a corn tortilla and served with red consomé sauce
• Esquites – Corn off the Cob – corn sliced off the cobb topped with grated cotija cheese, cilantro and tajin
• Fried Cinnamon Tortilla Chips – fried tortilla chips tossed in cinnamon sugar
• Pineapple Spears – pineapple spears with chamoy
• The Drowned Bride – citrus vodka, blue curaçao, vanilla and lemonade with lemon popping boba pearls
• La Muelona Margarita – tequila, cherry, lime juice and agave with a red sugar rim, dehydrated lime and maraschino cherries
• La Siguanaba Gin Mule – gin, blue curaçao, dessert pear, blood orange and ginger beer with a black sugar rim and black licorice laces
• Muerte Mango Michelada – Modelo Especial or Modelo Negra, mango michelada mix with a chamoy and tajin rim
• Don Julio Margarita – Don Julio Reposado, Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind vodka, Jameson orange whiskey, lime juice and agave with a black sea salt rim and a dehydrated lime wheel
• Pepino Margarita – tequila, triple sec, lime juice, agave and sparkling cucumber with a chamoy, tajin rim and fresh cucumber slices
• Spicy Jalapeno Margarita – tequila, jalapeno, lime juice and agave with a chamoy. tajin rim and sliced jalapenos
• Familia Frozen Strawberry Margarita – Don Julio Blanco frozen strawberry margarita with a Don Julio Reposado float, chamoy and tajin rim

Universal Tower Snack Bar (located near Universal Plaza)

• FRITOS® Scoops!® The Walking Taco – topped with beef chili and cheddar cheese served over FRITOS Scoops
• Tostitos® Salsa Verde The Walking Taco –Beef birria, red consomé, red onion and green onion served over Salsa Verde Tostitos® chips
• CHEETOS^® FLAMIN’ HOT^® Fire Dog – 22” all-beef hot dog topped with chili and cheese served in a CHEETOS FLAMIN’ HOT coated bun

Fans and guests can gear up for Halloween Horror Nights with a hauntingly stylish array of new products inspired by this year’s most anticipated haunted houses and horror icons. From eerie t-shirts and hoodies to sinister drinkware and headwear, every piece is crafted to bring the horror home. Additionally, guests can purchase one-of-a-kind popcorn buckets, including HamiKuma, based on an original character from Universal Studios Japan, and the popular collaboration Hello Kitty Chucky.

Universal CityWalk Hollywood celebrates the terrifying time of year with a selection of food and beverage items at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen, NBC Sports Grill & Brew, VIVO Italian Kitchen, Antojitos Cocina Mexicana, Voodoo Doughnuts and Jimmy Buffett’s® Margaritaville .

With eight all-new and returning haunted houses, the infamous Terror Tram, multiple scare zones and live entertainment, Halloween Horror Nights is Southern California’s scariest Halloween event inspired by the biggest names in horror.

At a glance, Halloween Horror Nights 2025 at Universal Studios Hollywood features the following:

• “Fallout” will take guests into the post-apocalyptic wasteland of Prime Video’s critically acclaimed series.
• “Five Nights at Freddy’s,” based on Blumhouse’s hit movie where nothing is as it seems at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria.
• “Terrifier,” inspired by the slasher film franchise that brings the twisted world of Art the Clown to life.
• “WWE Presents: The Horrors of The Wyatt Sicks” immerses guests in the world of WWE, going head-to-head with Uncle Howdy in an experience that features The Wyatt Sicks and honors the legacy of Bray Wyatt.
• “Jason Universe” features horror movie icon Jason from the infamous Friday the 13^th films.
• “Poltergeist, based onAmazon MGM Studios’ supernatural cult horror classic, will bring guests “into the light.”
• “Scarecrow: Music by SLASH” puts retribution at the forefront in which Mother Nature seeks vengeance on the homesteaders for their sins of the past that will be carried out by farmland scarecrows. SLASH’s original score will deliver an unnerving sense of fear as guests navigate the ominous corridors of the haunted house.
• “Monstruos 3: The Ghosts of Latin America,” the final chapter where three ghostly legends of Latin America await.
• “Terror Tram: Enter the Blumhouse” enables guests to disembark the Studio Tour tram and set off on foot to encounter some of the most iconic villains from Blumhouse’s popular horror franchises over the past 15 years.
• “The Purge: Dangerous Waters,” a live stunt show that takes visitors on a fiery, rock-fueled adventure while they fight to survive the night.
• “Chainsaw Clownz,” a troop of chainsaw killers confront guests in this scare zone as they enter the event.
• “Carnival of Carnage,” an all-new scare zone featuring a maniacal fun house.
• “Noche de Brujas,” a scare zone that extends the terror from “Monstruos 3: The Ghosts of Latin America.”
• “Murder of Crowz,” the popular scare zone returns with a flock of menacing crows doing anything – and everything – to defend their nest.

A variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options for Universal Studios Hollywood are available, including General Admission, Universal Express, After 2 P.M. Day/Night, the Early Access Ticket,which provides entry to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change), in advance of the scheduled 7:00 p.m. event opening time, the R.I.P. Tour and popular passes, Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass, which enable guests to experience the scares again and again. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions.

For a deeper dive into the scares, check out the Discover Universal Blog. For more information, visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com/Halloween.