Universal unveils HHN 2026
Universal Orlando announced its 35th Halloween Horror Nights theme: 'Infernal Carnival of Nightmares,' fronted by icons Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow, with the event running select nights Aug. 28–Nov. 1 and the first wave of merch already available. (fantasylandnews.com) (mynews13.com) (laughingplace.com)
Universal staged its first official reveal at MEGACON Orlando during the “Behind the Screams” panel on March 21, 2026. (wdwnt.com)) The company also announced the event’s first haunted house, titled “Jack & Oddfellow: Chaos & Control.” (blogmickey.com)) Promotional descriptions say the walkthrough moves guests from Jack’s “unholy origins” into Dr. Oddfellow’s twisted universe and frames their clash as a battle of chaos versus control. (blogmickey.com)) Universal distributed carnival‑style press mailers and revealed an official event logo ahead of the panel, a PR push outlets say prompted widespread social‑media speculation. (themeparkshark.com)) Official statements confirm additional haunted‑house, scare‑zone and entertainment announcements will be released in the coming months. (travelpulse.com)) Multiple outlets note that tickets for the after‑hours Halloween event are sold separately from daily park admission. (upi.com)) Industry coverage points out last season’s lineup included licensed houses such as “Terrifier” and “Fallout,” establishing a recent precedent for mixing original concepts with IP adaptations. (wdwnt.com))
