Universal Studios Florida
2026-09-03
Forecast based on historical attendance patterns — weather not yet available.
Events
Halloween Horror Nights 35
After Hours Separate Ticket RequiredUniversal's Halloween Horror Nights returns for its 35th year with haunted houses, scare zones, and live entertainment under the theme "Infernal Carnival of Nightmares" featuring Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow. All ten houses now confirmed (as of July 29, 2026): Jack & Oddfellow: Chaos & Control, Sinners, Stranger Things 5, Hellraiser, H.R. Bloodengutz Presents: A Halloween Fright-Tacular!, MADLANDS: Caged Cannibals, Cybergoria, INVASION: Alien Abduction, Evil Dead Burn, and Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness (the tenth and final house, announced July 29). Announced shows include Nightmare Fuel: Blood Noir and a Stranger Things: Return to Hawkins lagoon show. Single-night tickets start at approximately $92.
18:30 – 02:00
More infoHorror Make-Up Show — Reimagining
The Horror Make-Up Show at Universal Studios Florida closed May 12, 2026 for a reimagining that will blend classic and modern horror properties. Universal's timeline has since slipped from the original "Winter 2026" target to Winter 2027; February 28, 2027 is an estimate for the end of that window and not a confirmed reopening date.
Po Live! — Extended Closure
Po Live!, the interactive Kung Fu Panda character experience in DreamWorks Land, remains closed through an extended refurbishment even after neighboring Po's Kung Fu Training Camp play area reopened in early July. Universal has said it returns "Winter 2026"; December 1 is an estimate and not yet confirmed.
Thursday at Universal Studios Florida — Halloween Horror Nights runs tonight; a Thursday builds toward the weekend surge but still draws lighter than Friday-Saturday.
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What to Pack
AMACOOL Handheld Rechargeable Personal Fan 5-Speed
Compact personal fan with built-in USB-C charging cable so you don't need to hunt for a charger. Runs at full blast for hours — perfect for line queues in the summer sun.
$9.49
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Compression Socks Women & Men 2 Pairs 15-20mmHg Graduated
Graduated compression reduces foot and ankle swelling across a long walking day. Two pairs means fresh socks for back-to-back park days without doing laundry.
$19.99
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Nano 3-in-1 Portable iPhone Charger 10000mAh with Built-in Cable
10,000mAh with a built-in retractable cable so you never need to carry a separate cord. Compact enough for a belt bag — keeps your phone alive for Mobile Order and Lightning Lane all day.
$37.99
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JanSport Fifth Avenue Fanny Pack Crossbody
Classic fanny pack with enough pockets to stay organized across a full park day — phone, sunscreen, snacks, and a charging cable all have their place.
$19.99
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All Health Extreme Hydrocolloid Gel Blister Bandages Assorted
Waterproof blister pads that stay put through water rides and sweaty Florida afternoons. Apply once and forget it — no mid-day reapplication needed.
$6.99
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Hiearcool Waterproof Phone Pouch IPX8 Universal Fit
Fits phones up to 7 inches — works with your case on. Take it through Splash Mountain or any water attraction without the panic of phone damage.
$9.99
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