Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2017
If you’re a horror fan looking for the ultimate Halloween experience, Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2017 is the must-visit haunted event in California. With movie-quality haunted houses, terrifying mazes, scare zones, and the infamous Terror Tram, it’s a spine-chilling adventure you don’t want to miss.
This Halloween Horror Nights survival guide covers ticket prices, crowd tips, must-see mazes, showtimes, and insider hacks to help you maximize your experience and avoid long wait times.
One of the most terrifying parts of Universal's Halloween Horror Nights is the fear of not getting to experience all of the mazes due to long lines. So here are some tips.
🗓️ Halloween Horror Nights 2017 – Dates & Best Times to Visit
📍 Location: Universal Studios Hollywood, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608
🎟️ Event Dates: Select nights from September 15 – November 4, 2017
⏳ Event Hours: 7:00 PM – 2:00 AM (Arrive by 5:00 PM for early entry)
📅 Least Crowded Days to Visit:
✅ Best days to go: Sundays & Thursdays (lowest crowds & cheaper tickets).
✅ Best month to go: September & early November (discounted tickets & fewer visitors).
🚫 Peak Nights to Avoid:
❌ Most crowded nights: October 7, 14, 21, 27, 28, 29, 31
❌ Saturdays & Fridays – Expect maximum crowds & highest ticket prices.
🎟️ Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights Ticket Prices & Options
Halloween Horror Nights requires a separate ticket from regular park admission.
👻 General Admission Tickets
💰 Price Range: $65 – $95
🕰️ Includes: Admission to all haunted houses, scare zones & rides.
🎟️ Front of Line Pass (Express Pass)
💰 Price Range: $169 – $219
✅ Skip the line ONCE per maze/ride – Highly recommended for crowded nights.
⚠️ Limited availability – Sell out FAST! Buy in advance.
🎫 Day/Night Combo Ticket
💰 Price Range: $95 – $139 (General Admission) | $199 – $259 (Front of Line)
🌞 Enter Universal Studios at 2:00 PM, explore daytime attractions, then stay for Halloween Horror Nights.
🚨 Must-see before 5 PM: Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem (CLOSED at night).
🎩 VIP R.I.P. Tour – Ultimate Experience
💰 Starting at $299+
✅ Includes:
- VIP Parking
- VIP Entrance (skip all lines)
- Exclusive Gourmet Buffet & Drinks (incl. 2 alcoholic drinks for guests 21+)
- Unlimited Front of Line access to all mazes & rides
- Guided Tour (4.5 hours) with behind-the-scenes experiences
🎟️ Frequent Fear Pass – Go Multiple Nights!
💰 Price: $159
🎫 Valid for up to 16 nights (including select peak nights).
📢 Pro Tip: Buy your tickets online in advance—Halloween Horror Nights regularly sells out!
🎭 Halloween Horror Nights 2017 Mazes – Must-See Haunted Houses
Universal Studios is famous for movie-themed haunted houses that bring iconic horror films to life.
👹 2017 Haunted Maze Lineup:
🎥 The Shining – Experience Jack Torrance’s madness in the Overlook Hotel. ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
🔪 SAW: The Games of Jigsaw – Face twisted traps straight from the SAW movies. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 – Best maze!)
👻 Insidious: Beyond the Further – A psychological horror experience. ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
🧛 American Horror Story: Roanoke – Inspired by the AHS Roanoke season. ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5)
⚔️ Titans of Terror – Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, Leatherface & Chucky all in one maze! ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
🧟 The Walking Dead – Year-round attraction, do this last. ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5)
🧙 Ash Vs. Evil Dead – A mix of comedy & horror. ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (2/5 – Least scary maze)
🧛 The Horrors of Blumhouse – Features The Purge, Sinister & Happy Death Day. ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5)
📢 Pro Tip: Start at the Lower Lot first—mazes fill up fast.
😈 Scare Zones – Where You Can’t Escape the Fear
Universal Studios Hollywood has three terrifying scare zones.
🔥 Urban Inferno – Hellfire & demonic creatures.
🎃 Hell-O-Ween – A twisted Halloween-themed nightmare.
☣️ Toxic Tunnel – Radioactive mutants in an underground tunnel.
🚨 Warning: There’s no safe zone at Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights—monsters can chase you anywhere!
🚌 Terror Tram – Titans of Terror Take Over the Backlot!
🔪 Hosted by Chucky, featuring Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees & Leatherface.
⏳ Experience time: ~1 hour (not recommended as first attraction).
🚨 Last ride times: 11:15 PM (Sun-Thurs) | 11:45 PM (Fri, Sat, Halloween Night).
📢 Pro Tip: Visit the Terror Tram later in the night when wait times drop.
🎤 Halloween Horror Nights Show – Jabbawockeez
🔥 Jabbawockeez Dance Show – High-energy dance, music, and visual effects.
❌ Skip this show if you’re short on time—focus on the mazes first!
🎡 Open Rides During Halloween Horror Nights
✅ OPEN RIDES:
- Jurassic Park: In the Dark
- Transformers 3D
- Revenge of the Mummy
- The Simpsons Ride
🚨 CLOSED RIDES: Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Minion Mayhem, Studio Tour.
📢 Pro Tip: Do NOT waste time on rides until you’ve finished the haunted houses!
🚗 Parking at Universal Studios During Halloween Horror Nights
💰 Parking Costs:
- General Parking: $25 before 6 PM, $10 after.
- Preferred Parking: $35
- Front Gate Parking: $50
🚶 Walking Distance From Parking Lots:
- Curious George & E.T. Garages – 15-20 min walk (General Parking).
- Jurassic Park & Woody Woodpecker – 8-10 min walk (Preferred Parking).
- Frankenstein Garage – 5 min walk (Front Gate Parking).
📢 Pro Tip: Arrive early to park closer & avoid long walks late at night!
📌 Final Halloween Horror Nights Survival Tips
✔️ Arrive by 5 PM for early entry.
✔️ Start with Lower Lot Mazes before moving to Upper Lot.
✔️ Buy Front of Line Pass if visiting on a busy night.
✔️ Skip rides until after haunted houses.
✔️ Wear comfortable shoes – You’ll be walking a LOT.
✔️ Stay hydrated & eat before you arrive (no outside food allowed).
🔥 Don’t Miss Universal Studios Hollywood’s Biggest Halloween Event!
Halloween Horror Nights 2017 is one of the best Halloween events in California! Whether you're a horror movie fan, thrill-seeker, or just love a good scare, Universal Studios delivers an unforgettable Halloween experience.
👻 What’s your favorite haunted house at Halloween Horror Nights? Let us know in the comments below!
