A media event hosted by Universal Orlando Resort provided journalists with a special opportunity to meet HamiKuma, the undead bear character from Halloween Horror Nights 35. The encounter took place at the Five & Dime location in Hollywood within the park on Wednesday night. This meeting represents a unique character experience that differs from typical theme park interactions. HamiKuma originates from Universal Studios Japan where he has become one of the most recognizable figures in the Halloween Horror Nights franchise. His backstory involves a dark transformation from a circus performer into a zombie bear inhabited by a parasitic demon. The meet and greet setting features atmospheric elements like crates, barrels, and curtains that reflect his twisted circus history. Journalists found this face-to-face interaction to be one of their favorite moments during the Halloween Horror Nights media event.
Key Points:
- HamiKuma originates from Universal Studios Japan where he has become one of Halloween Horror Nights’ most recognizable characters
- The media event took place at the Five & Dime location in Hollywood within Universal Orlando Resort on Wednesday night
- HamiKuma’s backstory involves his transformation from a circus performer into a zombie bear inhabited by a parasitic demon known as Death Bringer
- The meet and greet is scheduled to begin around 6:45 p.m. during Halloween Horror Nights 35 with queues typically available late into the evening
- HHN 35 continues on select nights through November 1, giving guests multiple chances to meet the undead bear