Universal Studios Florida and Hollywood have officially announced new haunted houses for Halloween Horror Nights based on the fifth and final season of Stranger Things. These immersive experiences will transport guests through iconic locations like the Wheeler House and Hawkins National Laboratory while they confront supernatural threats including Vecna, the Mind Flayer, and Demogorgons. The event runs from late August through early November 2026 at both Orlando and Hollywood locations with tickets now available for purchase. Limited edition merchandise featuring ’80s nostalgia items such as t-shirts, mugs, and acrylic figures will be sold starting June 18th. While the author admits to being a casual fan of Halloween Horror Nights rather than a diehard enthusiast, they express excitement about seeing how Universal Creative utilizes Netflix’s marketing budget for these sponsored attractions. The commentary also notes that established intellectual properties often provide better storytelling foundations due to guests’ prior knowledge of the lore and plot details.
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