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Events

Halloween Horror Nights 35

After Hours Separate Ticket Required

Universal'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

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Horror 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.

Friday at Universal Studios, with Halloween Horror Nights 35, Horror Make-Up Show — Reimagining and Po Live! — Extended Closure today. Expect moderate crowds.

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What to Pack

Home Prefer Men's Wide Brim UPF 50+ Bucket Hat

Home Prefer Men's Wide Brim UPF 50+ Bucket Hat

Crushable wide-brim hat that blocks UV from every angle — no sunscreen reapplication needed on your head, neck, and ears. Packs flat in a bag.

$29.99

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Chasesun Portable Neck Fan Rechargeable 20-Hour Runtime

Chasesun Portable Neck Fan Rechargeable 20-Hour Runtime

20-hour battery life means this neck fan survives a full park day and still has juice for the evening parade. Quiet enough to wear on rides.

$29.99

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YETI Yonder Water Bottle Lightweight Leakproof

YETI Yonder Water Bottle Lightweight Leakproof

Lightweight and genuinely leakproof — toss it in your bag without worrying about soggy snacks. Stays cold long enough to matter on a Florida afternoon.

$30.00

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PulseForge Insoles for Standing All Day Work Boot

PulseForge Insoles for Standing All Day Work Boot

Built for people who stand on their feet all day — theme parks qualify. Deep heel cup and metatarsal pad absorb shock from miles of hard pavement.

$24.68

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Belt Bag Fanny Pack Crossbody for Women

Belt Bag Fanny Pack Crossbody for Women

Lightweight belt bag that rides comfortably on your hips for 12+ hours. Keeps your hands free for kids, snacks, and waving at characters.

$9.99

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Hiearcool Waterproof Phone Pouch IPX8 Universal Fit

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.

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