Universal Unveils New ‘Terrifier’ Haunted House for Halloween Horror Nights

Image: Terrifier Haunted House at Universal's Halloween Horror Nights (Photo Credit: Universal Orlando Resort)
Image: Terrifier Haunted House at Universal's Halloween Horror Nights (Photo Credit: Universal Orlando Resort)
Noreen Kompanik
by Noreen Kompanik
Last updated: 2:05 PM ET, Thu July 10, 2025

Welcome to the funhouse – the Twisted Funhouse. Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood have announced a brand-new haunted house for its Halloween Horror Nights experience, kicking off on Friday, August 29 in Orlando and September 4 in Hollywood.

The twisted world of Art the Clown from the cult classic slasher film franchise Terrifier comes to life in the 2025 haunted house inspired by the movie, filmed in 2008 in which a supernatural entity terrorizes the fictional town of Miles County, New York, on Halloween.

During Halloween Horror Nights, guests will experience an unfathomable level of gore as they try to escape becoming Art the Clown’s next victim. “Terrifier” is a grisly haunted house oozing with a new sense of terror that takes guests into Art the Clown’s gruesome Funhouse, which first appeared in Terrifier 2.

The sights, sounds, smells and dread of Art’s grotesque kills is gleefully displayed for all to see. As fans make their way through the claustrophobic corridors, they will encounter familiar faces, including Vicky and the Little Pale Girl, and witness iconic kills from the franchise. Chaos reigns at the Clown Café, terror festers in a revolting bathroom and holiday cheer turns deadly in a Christmas nightmare.  

Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights will run 48 select nights from August 29 through November 2, and feature 10 terrifying haunted houses, scare zones, live shows and more. Products on-sale include single-night tickets and event upgrades such as Universal Express Passes, the R.I.P Tour and the Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror Tour; and special vacation packages that include hotel accommodations, daytime admission to Universal’s theme parks and more – with savings available depending on the length of stay.

Hotel guests receive exclusive benefits including access to a dedicated Halloween Horror Nights gate, complimentary resort transportation and more.  

A variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options for Universal Studios Hollywood, which runs select nights from September 4 through November 2, are currently available, including General Admission, Universal Express, the After 2 P.M. Day/Night, the Early Access Ticket, providing entry to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change), the premium R.I.P. Tour and popular passes, Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass.

Additional event details to include new haunted houses coming to Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort are still to be announced.


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Noreen Kompanik

Noreen Kompanik

Noreen Kompanik is a San Diego based journalist who is also the co-owner and publisher of Rovology, Travel By Vacation Rental and Book Cottages magazines. She transitioned to freelance writing after spending 35 years as a registered nurse. She is also a regular contributor to Europe Up Close, GoNOMAD, Edible San Diego, International Living, and San Diego Explorer. When she’s not home in sunny San Diego, you’ll likely find her in an exotic beach destination or exploring the backroads of Europe. You can find her on social media as @noreenwriter.

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