The Upside Down is opening once again. Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood is partnering again with Netflix to bring Stranger Things to life, this time inspired by the highly anticipated fifth and final season of the hit series.
Beginning this September, guests can step inside an all-new haunted house that recreates some of the show’s most chilling moments, complete with familiar locations, terrifying creatures, and the return of Vecna.
If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to walk through Hawkins as reality begins to unravel, this is your chance.
Step into Hawkins and face The Upside Down
Developed in partnership with Netflix, the new haunted house transports guests directly into the final season of Stranger Things. As the barrier between Hawkins and the Upside Down begins to collapse, visitors will journey through iconic locations from the series while trying to escape the terrifying forces closing in around them.
Fans will make their way through unforgettable settings like:
- the Wheeler House
- Hawkins National Laboratory
- the MAC-Z military base
- the eerie Upside Down
- the mysterious Abyss
Along the way, they’ll encounter Demogorgons and other horrifying creatures before coming face-to-face with the show’s ultimate villain, Vecna.
Designed to immerse guests in the series’ climactic battle, the experience promises plenty of suspense, scares, and cinematic moments for both longtime fans and Halloween Horror Nights regulars.
When does Halloween Horror Nights start?
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood begins Thursday, September 3, 2026, and runs on select nights through Sunday, November 1, 2026.
More haunted houses and experiences for this year’s event are expected to be announced in the coming months.
How to get tickets
Tickets for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood are on sale now. Guests can purchase tickets through the official Halloween Horror Nights website here.
Pick up exclusive Stranger Things merchandise
Fans don’t have to wait until Halloween Horror Nights begins to celebrate. Universal Studios Hollywood is already offering a limited-release collection inspired by the new Stranger Things haunted house including:
- an ’80s-inspired T-shirt
- a themed mug
- a collectible acrylic figure designed to fit into the Infernal Carnival display collection
Additional collectibles inspired by this year’s Halloween Horror Nights lineup will be released in the months ahead.
Get ready for one final trip to The Upside Down
With Stranger Things preparing to wrap up its story, this year’s haunted house offers fans one last opportunity to experience the world of Hawkins in an entirely new way. Whether you’re a devoted fan of the series or simply looking forward to one of Los Angeles’ most anticipated Halloween events, Halloween Horror Nights is shaping up to deliver another unforgettable season of scares.
