Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort Pay Tribute to Legendary Heavy Metal Musician, Ozzy Osbourne, in All-Original Halloween Horror Nights Haunted Houses!

Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights pays tribute to pioneer heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne in the all-original haunted houses, “Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness,” inspired by his prolific solo career. Guests can anticipate a wild ride as they climb aboard the Crazy Train for a terrifying trip through his disturbing world of rock and roll, beginning Friday, August 28 at Universal Orlando Resort and Thursday, September 3 at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Developed as a living horror movie through the lens of Halloween Horror Nights, this non-traditional memorial to Ozzy Osbourne will span 45 years, transporting guests on a twisted journey though the artist’s outrageous and eccentric solo career in unique experiences across both coasts.

Music from Ozzy Osbourne’s solo albums will guide guests through “Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness,” including The Blizzard of Ozz (1980), Diary of a Madman (1981), Bark at the Moon (1983), No More Tears (1991), Scream (2010) and Ordinary Man (2020).

"Ozzy never stopped pushing boundaries, and he loved anything that gave fans a new way to experience his music and the worlds he created," Sharon and Jack Osbourne jointly stated. "Halloween Horror Nights has done an incredible job bringing that spirit to life. Walking through these haunted houses, you'll recognize so many moments inspired by his music and imagination. It's a wonderful tribute to Ozzy, and we hope fans have as much fun experiencing it as he would have had seeing it come together."

At Universal Studios Hollywood, the haunted house transports fans to where it all began, in Birmingham, England, home to John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne. Starting with “Crazy Train,” Ozzy Osbourne’s most famous song, guests will travel through time from his early childhood to the Osbourne Asylum, inspired by his iconic album Diary of a Madman. As they weave through the decades, the unique iterations of Ozzy’s persona will come to life, from Madman Ozzy and Werewolf Ozzy to the Prince of Darkness, the moniker he earned in the 1970s.

“Ozzy Osbourne didn't just help define heavy metal—he created a cultural phenomenon that has influenced generations of music, art and horror,” said John Murdy, Executive Producer of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood. “We previously had the privilege of collaborating with Ozzy, and this new haunted house is an opportunity to honor his extraordinary solo career. Inspired by all 13 of his albums, guests will journey through the dark, surreal worlds that fueled his music and cemented his legacy as the one and only Prince of Darkness.”

At Universal Orlando, Halloween Horror Nights guests will venture through ancient ruins and foreboding dungeons before boarding the “Crazy Train” for a twisted ride into a realm inspired by the covers of his fan-favorite albums, Diary of a Madman, Bark at the Moon, The Ultimate Sin and Black Rain. Rules by the Prince of Darkness, this fantastical world draws from the heavier sound and sinister imagery that defined the later years of Ozzy’s career, transforming that creative evolution into a horrific journey through his unmistakably twisted imagination.

“We are honored to collaborate with the Osbourne family to create a unique haunted house that celebrates the legacy of Ozzy Osbourne,” said Mike Aiello, Senior Director of Entertainment Creative Development at Universal Orlando Resort. “It was important for us to create an authentic experience that brings Ozzy's creativity and personality to life in an eerily immersive new way. Fans will discover so many meaningful details, including a few Easter Eggs, as they navigate memorable dark and twisted moments inspired by his iconic musical career.”

New limited-release merchandise inspired by the “Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness” haunted houses, including a T-shirt and an Ozzy acrylic figure which can be added to the separately sold Infernal Carnival collectible display, are now available at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood and will launch tomorrow, Thursday, July 30 at 9am PST on shopUniversal.com.

Halloween Horror Nights runs select nights at Universal Orlando Resort, beginning Friday, August 28 through Sunday, November 1, and at Universal Studios Hollywood from Thursday, September 3 through Sunday, November 1. Event tickets for both theme parks are on sale now, including the popular Frequent Fear Pass options that will allow guests to experience the horror again and again. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com.

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Universal Orlando Resort Passholders to Enjoy Even More Benefits During Fan-Favorite Passholder Appreciation Days - Running Aug. 15 Through Sept. 30th!

Universal Orlando Resort turns up the excitement to celebrate its most loyal and passionate fans with the return of Passholder Appreciation Days, running August 15 through September 30. During this six-week event, Annual and Seasonal Passholders can take advantage of a wide range of extra, exclusive Passholder perks only available during the celebration period, including:

• Access to Passholder Nights presented by Coca-Cola®, a popular event returning for two nights, August 15 and 16, at Universal Studios Florida. Passholders can enjoy this free, after-hours party with access to select attractions and entertainment throughout the park, as well as special event offerings like character meet and greets, a DJ dance party and a special magnet giveaway. Due to the event's popularity, reservations are now fully committed for both nights.

• Special discounts on Universal Express Passes, Mobile Food and Drink Orders, Merchandise, Universal Volcano Bay Cabanas and Premium Seating and more.
• $15 Merchandise Credit when Passholders spend $100 or more at select participating Universal Orlando merchandise locations. This credit can also be used toward a future merchandise purchase.
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• The opportunity to be among the first to shop the new Illuminated Globe Merchandise Collection while in the UOAP Lounge in Toon Lagoon and The Tonight Shop in Universal Studios Florida.
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• A complimentary, limited-time specialty item, which will be available for pickup at the UOAP Lounge in Toon Lagoon in Universal Islands of Adventure and The Tonight Shop in Universal Studios Florida (while supplies last). More details on this item will be shared soon.
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• Extra hours to enjoy the UOAP Lounge in Toon Lagoon, which will be open from park open to park close during Passholder Appreciation Days.
• A 35% discount on the My Universal Photos Annual Pass Photo Package when purchased in-park.
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• Exclusive, limited-time menu offerings throughout the destination, such as:
  • Universal Studios Florida: Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza at Louie’s Italian Restaurant and The Tipsy Watermelon at Chez Alcatraz
  • Universal Islands of Adventure: 3 Cheese Bavarian Pretzel at Pizza Predattoria
  • Universal Volcano Bay: Kahuna Bowl at Kohola Reef Restaurant & Social Club
  • Universal CityWalk: Chocolate Peanut Butter Explosion at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen, Rocky Road Donut at Voodoo Doughnut, Huarache de Chorizo at Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food, Triangoletti alla Vodka at Vivo Italian Kitchen, Island Fire Chicken and Waffles at Bob Marley-A Tribute to Freedom, and Pork Dumplings at The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar.

Universal Orlando hotels are also showing love to Passholders during Passholder Appreciation Days with savings up to 40%, Sunday through Thursday, at select Universal Orlando hotels – Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal Stella Nova Resort, Universal Terra Luna Resort and Universal Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites. Plus, exclusive food and beverage offerings will be available for Passholders to enjoy throughout select dining locations at Signature Collection hotels.

For more information on this year’s Passholder Appreciation Days and additional Passholder benefits, visit UniversalOrlando.com.

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Halloween Horror Nights Drops A New Scare Zone Inspired By Fortnite’s Signature Event “Fortnitemares” At Universal Orlando Resort And Universal Studios Hollywood!

 Halloween Horror Nights puts a twisted spin on the global video game phenomenon, Fortnite, with an immersive and thrilling scare zone inspired by Fortnitemares, the game’s signature Halloween event. Debuting this fall at  Universal Orlando Resort beginning August 28 and September 3 at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Fortnite is a global ecosystem where players create, compete, and hang out with friends in an always-evolving world. It’s highly-anticipated fall in-game event, Fortnitemares, brings new characters and horror-themed gameplay together every year.

Now, Halloween Horror Nights’ fans will have the chance to “drop in” to the world of Fortnitemares, with an all-new scare zone, featuring ever-evolving and high-stakes environments. Guests will enter Freaky Fields, a Halloween-inspired living battleground overcome with a threatening force. Throughout the scare zone, fans will encounter the Battle Bus along with familiar Fortnitemares characters – plus a few new additions exclusive to Halloween Horror Nights – as they work to escape and claim victory.

New merchandise inspired by the Fortnitemares scare zone — including a graphic tee, decal set, and acrylic collectible piece — is available now at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood, and on ShopUniversal.com starting tomorrow, Thursday, July 23 at 9AM PST.

Halloween Horror Nights runs select nights at Universal Orlando Resort beginning Friday, August 28 through Sunday, November 1, and at Universal Studios Hollywood from Thursday, September 3 through Sunday, November 1. Additional experiences for this year’s event will be revealed soon. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com.

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Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights Unleashes Evil Dead Burn With All-New Haunted Houses Based on the Newly-Released Sixth Film in the Iconic Evil Dead Franchise!

Evil Dead Burn, New Line Cinema’s latest film in the iconic Evil Dead franchise takes shape as the newest Halloween Horror Nights haunted house, beginning August 28 at Universal Orlando Resort and September 3 at Universal Studios Hollywood.

First introduced in 1981, Evil Dead has evolved from an independent cult classic to one of today’s most terrifying horror properties. Blending extreme gore with dark humor, the franchise consistently centers on the Book of the Dead, an ancient text that unleashes supernatural parasitic demons who possess and twist their victims into Deadites.

Inspired by the franchise’s latest installment, Evil Dead Burn, the haunted houses will take guests on a terrifying firsthand journey through the film’s most frightening moments that begin at the Price family’s secluded vacation home in the woods. The nightmare grows more and more fierce as guests venture through the haunted house, encountering ferocious Deadites around every turn before succumbing to the evil forces themselves.

Guests can continue to show their fandom for this year’s haunted house lineup with all-new limited-release merchandise inspired by the unstoppable terror of Evil Dead Burn. This collection includes a T-shirt and hat, along with its own acrylic figure designed for the infernal carnival collectible display. Guests can shop these items at both parks beginning Tuesday, July 21 and the next day at 9 a.m. PST on shopUniversal.com, with additional merchandise emerging later this year.

Starting today, Universal Orlando Resort guests can experience the terror again and again with the purchase of a Halloween Horror Nights Fear Pass, with this year’s options including the Rush of Fear, Frequent Fear, Frequent Fear Plus and Ultimate Frequent Fear Pass. Guests can also take advantage of the enhanced Scream Early add-on ticket, which gives guests admission to Universal Studios Florida starting at 2 p.m. with early access to select haunted houses before the event officially starts. Annual and Seasonal Passholders can save on select single-night August and September event tickets, and Premier Passholders receive one complimentary Halloween Horror Nights event admission (reservations required; subject to availability).

At Universal Studios Hollywood, guests can choose from a variety of ticket options, including General Admission, Universal Express, R.I.P. Tour, Day/Night, After 2 P.M. Day/Night and the Early Access Ticket that provides entry to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change). Plus, the popular Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass allow guests to experience scares again and again throughout the season. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions.

Halloween Horror Nights runs select nights at Universal Orlando Resort, beginning Friday, August 28 through Sunday, November 1, and at Universal Studios Hollywood from Thursday, September 3 through Sunday, November 1. Additional haunted houses and event content will be revealed soon. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit http://www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com.

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Universal Orlando Resort Launches New Florida Resident Ticket Offering Unlimited Theme Park Access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure Now Through December 16th!

Universal Orlando Resort invites Florida residents to visit its award-winning theme parks – Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure – and come back again…and again…and again…with the awesome, new “2-Park Unlimited Days Florida Resident Ticket.” On sale beginning today, this exclusive ticket is available for $199 plus tax and gives Florida residents the opportunity to enjoy unlimited access to the theme parks now through December 16.

With this ticket, Florida residents can make repeated visits to enjoy the universe of thrills and excitement that awaits across Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. Guests can visit any and every day from now until December 16 – giving them plenty of time to create unforgettable moments as they explore more than 60 immersive and innovative theme park experiences, including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Jurassic World VelociCoaster and so much more. Plus, guests can use this ticket for access to fan-favorite seasonal events and offerings that are included in regular park admission, like Universal’s destination-wide Holidays celebration, which kicks off on November 14 and features Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular and more.

Florida residents looking to stay near the thrills may also take advantage of special savings of up to 25% on rooms at participating Universal Orlando hotels. Staying at one of Universal Orlando’s 11 hotels is the best way to plan a vacation and comes with exclusive theme park benefits, including early park admission. To learn more about Universal Orlando hotels, click here.

For more information about the “2-Park Unlimited Days Florida Resident Ticket” offer and to purchase, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com. 

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GLOBAL PHENOMENON RESIDENT EVIL INFECTS UNIVERSAL HORROR UNLEASHED IN AN ALL-NEW SUMMER HORROR EXPERIENCE!

Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas is bringing the iconic world of Resident Evil to life in an all-new deadly takeover, inspired by Capcom’s global phenomenon. During this summer horror experience, guests will be immersed in fan-favorite moments, solve interactive puzzles, meet legendary characters and witness epic battles against the undead. Those brave enough can step inside the living nightmare and test their survival skills beginning July 9 through August 30, 2026, at the ultimate horror experience.

As guests enter Universal Horror Unleashed, they’ll immediately be welcomed into the alternate world of Resident Evil and venture through six zones within the venue to help contain the outbreak that has taken over. Beginning their journey in Zone 1: Arrival, they are greeted with a battered “Welcome to Raccoon City” sign. As emergency lights flash, police scramble to contain the rapidly spreading outbreak caused by Umbrella Corporation’s T-Virus. From there, fans move to Zone 2: Mission, where they arrive at the Raccoon City Police Department, ready to solve a series of interactive puzzles. As they race against the clock, they’ll enter Zone 3: Infection, where they must enter the heart of the infected zone – a quarantined spot in Raccoon City where the last remaining citizens have transformed into ravenous, flesh-eating zombies. Amid the chaos, they’ll see familiar faces like the infamous Ada Wong.

Pushing through the outbreak, they’ll enter Zone 4: Combat and come face-to-face with iconic characters from the Resident Evil franchise, including Claire Redfield, Jill Valentine and Leon S. Kennedy. As terror turns into adrenaline, guests will be at the forefront of the battles between these heroic characters, surrounding zombies and notorious villains. Once the dust settles, guests will be invited to take photos and interact with the characters. As they approach Zone 5: Escape, guests enter the final stretch of their journey, where they must survive the final mission.

Those who survive will enter Zone 6: Aftermath, where they can step inside Umbrella Corporation and dine on limited-time themed food and cocktails for purchase inspired by the T-Virus and its mutations – but they must be on the lookout, as they never know who may emerge around the corner…

Guests can experience Resident Evil as part of General Admission to Universal Horror Unleashed. To purchase tickets and learn more, click here. For the latest information, visit UniversalHorrorUnleashed.com or follow on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok or YouTube.

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Universal Orlando Resort's New Nighttime Spectacular, Universal Celestial Goodnight, Makes its Official Debut at Universal Epic Universe Tonight

Universal Orlando Resort’s new nighttime spectacular, Universal Celestial Goodnight, will light up the night as it makes its official debut at Universal Epic Universe this evening - giving guests the opportunity to top off their day of thrills with a truly epic nighttime experience.

Running nightly at park close, Universal Celestial Goodnight transforms Celestial Park into a breathtaking spectacle featuring nearly 600 synchronized light fixtures, over 350 larger-than-life fountains, seven million LED lights and a high-energy musical score. Inspired by the extraordinary adventures found within the portals of Epic Universe - from the playful fun of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD and the soaring excitement of How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, to the magical adventures of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic and the legendary Universal Monsters of Dark Universe – the must-see experience culminates with a jaw-dropping fireworks display that provides the perfect ending to an action-packed day at the park.

Plus, even more Epic fun is on the way with the debut of Universal Nights at Epic Universe on Saturday, October 3 and Saturday, October 17.  This all-new, limited capacity party under the stars invites guests to experience Epic Universe in a whole new way as they enjoy nighttime access to the park - including attractions, entertainment, character interactions and more as well as complimentary specialty snacks and beverages. 

Universal Nights runs from 9:00 p.m. to midnight on event dates, but guests can arrive as early as 7:00p.m. to enjoy the park – including Universal Celestial Goodnight – before the event officially begins. Tickets will go on sale on August 13 and start at $179.99 plus tax per person. More details will be shared in the weeks ahead.

For more information about Universal Epic Universe, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com.

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