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Universal Announces Opening Date for Halloween Horror Nights 34, Earliest HHN Opening Ever

January 24, 2025  ·
  Marvin Montanaro
HHN entrance at Universal Orlando

Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights via Halloween Horror Nights YouTube

Universal Studios has officially announced that Halloween Horror Nights 34 will begin on August 29, 2025, marking the earliest start date in the event’s history. Running through November 2, 2025, this extended schedule gives fans even more time to immerse themselves in the scares, thrills, and hauntingly immersive experiences that HHN is famous for.

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While Universal has yet to release any official details about this year’s houses or themes, speculation is already heating up.

As we exclusively reported, That Park Place can confirm that a haunted house themed around WWE’s sinister faction, The Wyatt Sicks, is planned for HHN 34.

Wyatt Sicks Entrance Debut WWE

The Wyatt Sicks make their entrance on WWE RAW – YouTube, WWE On USA

This marks WWE’s return to Halloween Horror Nights after more than two decades, the last collaboration being the Undertaker No Mercy house back in 2000.

Fans of the late Bray Wyatt and his dark storytelling will undoubtedly be excited to see this creepy faction brought to life with Universal’s unparalleled production expertise.

Beyond The Wyatt Sicks, several other properties are rumored to be part of this year’s lineup.

Abby in The Last of Us 2

Abby in The Last of Us Part II (2020), Naughty Dog

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Among the strongest contenders:

  • Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: A fan-favorite from its 2021 HHN debut, the mischievous ghost is rumored to make his return.
  • The Last of Us Part 2: Following 2023’s successful adaptation of the first game, the far less popular and divisive sequel’s dark, harrowing world could work for a haunted house.
  • Blumhouse Collaboration: While Blumhouse houses have been a staple at HHN, Universal might face a tough choice this year. The recent Universal-Blumhouse collaboration, The Wolfman, is a potential contender. However, given its poor reviews and box office struggles, Universal may look elsewhere.

Additionally, HHN typically includes a Classic Universal Monsters house, a nod to the studio’s iconic horror history. Expect something fresh yet familiar for fans of Dracula, the Mummy, and other legendary creatures. This will be the first Halloween Horror Nights after the opening of Universal’s new Epic Universe theme park, which will feature Dark Universe, a land specifically devoted to these horror icons.

Wolfman

Wolfman concept art for Epic Universe – Universal

Universal has also had great success with original houses and scare zones in recent years. These unique creations add a layer of rich storytelling and creativity, enhancing the overall HHN experience. Fans can likely anticipate more of these original concepts this year.

Tickets for Halloween Horror Nights 34 are not yet available, but with the earliest start date ever, expect an announcement soon. Whether you’re a WWE fan, a horror enthusiast, or simply love the spectacle of HHN, this year’s event promises to be one of the biggest yet.

Stay tuned to That Park Place for all the latest HHN updates!

Will you attend Halloween Horror nights for its opening? Sound off in the comments and let us know!  

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Author: Marvin Montanaro
Marvin Montanaro is the Editor-in-Chief of That Park Place and a seasoned entertainment journalist with nearly two decades of experience across multiple digital media outlets and print publications. He joined That Park Place in 2024, bringing with him a passion for theme parks, pop culture, and film commentary. Based in Orlando, Florida, Marvin regularly visits Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, offering firsthand reporting and analysis from the parks. He’s also the creative force behind The M4 Empire YouTube channel, bringing a critical eye toward the world of pop culture. Montanaro’s insights are rooted in years of real-world reporting and editorial leadership. He can be reached via email at mmontanaro@thatparkplace.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X: http://x.com/marvinmontanaro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvinmontanaro Facebook: https://facebook.com/marvinmontanaro YouTube: http://YouTube.com/TheM4Empire Email: mmontanaro@thatparkplace.com