Halloween Horror Nights is set to make its return to Universal Studios Hollywood this Thursday, September 8, and ahead of the event, the theme park has teased a terrifying menu of horror-inspired cuisine, and a selection of exclusive merchandise themed to the 2022 event.
Fans of The Weeknd, who bravely step into his all-new haunted house for an unprecedented experience, can follow the “Blinding Lights” to the all-new The Weeknd: After Hours Nightmare Bar, a space reminiscent of a late-night club as featured in The Weeknd’s music videos and short films. Guests can enjoy mixed drinks that are aptly named for the multi-award-winning artist’s tracks and nosh on light bites such as pizza fries.
Inspired by the nearby “Killer Klowns from Outer Space” haunted house, fans can dine at the Killer BBQ From Outer Space. The circus-themed eatery will serve up a variety of savory and sweet items, including BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich, Loaded Mac & Cheese, shareable 22″ All-Beef Hot Dog, Loaded Nachos, Funnel Fries, Acid Pie, and specialty cocktails. Killer Klowns aficionados will also scream in delight for Jojo’s Ice Cream, dishing out tasty treats inspired by the horror-comedy, including the Killer Kone, Ruijing Popkorn Shake, and Acid Pie Shake.
In celebration of Los Angeles’ diverse culture, the Plaza de Los Muertos is returning to Universal Plaza. Guests can toast the living and the dead with two bar options this year. The Dia de Los Muertos Bar will serve craft cocktails such as Calavera Juice, Sugar Skull Punch, and Smoked Margarita in a festive light-up skull mug along with a Michelada option. A new Margarita Bar serves an assortment of libations, including a mixed Spicy Strawberry Vodka Margarita and Muerte Margarita, along with various frozen margarita options. The Little Cocina will offer an array of food options such as Beef Birria Tacos with Red Sauce, Cheese Tamale, Esquites, Churro Bites, Chamoy Pineapple Spears, and more. Additionally, a light-up Sugar Skull popcorn bucket, which includes free refills, will be available for purchase.
The Halloween Horror Nights terrifying event menu will include vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free items for those with every type of appetite.
Voodoo Doughnut at Universal CityWalk partakes in the terrifying festivities with seasonal specials, including Ghost, Jack-o-Lantern and Tombstone decorated yeast doughnuts and a Halloween Sprinkle cake doughnut.
Halloween Horror Nights guests can elevate their experience with a variety of apparel, souvenirs, drinkware, and collectibles featuring their favorite haunted houses as well as items from the artist signature series showcasing the legendary Universal Monsters. In addition, for the first time ever at Universal Studios Hollywood, merchandise based on fan-favorite character Lil Boo celebrating “Every Day is Halloween” will debut in stores.
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood begins on Thursday, September 8, and runs select nights through Monday, October 31. Tickets purchased online or at the Universal Studios Hollywood Front Gate provide guests with Early Event Admission to select houses, beginning at 6 pm each night of the event. Various ticket options are available for purchase, including General Admission, Universal Express, After 2 pm Day/Night, R.I.P. Tour, and popular passes, Frequent Fear and Ultimate Fear, which allow guests to experience the scares again and again. Visit the Universal Studios Hollywood ticketing page for more information about each ticket type and terms and conditions.
The horror also comes to life on the east coast at Universal Orlando Resort with 10 terrifying haunted houses. The event runs select nights now through Monday, October 31. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com.
