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2025 First-Timer’s Guide to Halloween Horror Nights (25 Tips for Beginners)

2025 Halloween Horror Nights Tips and Survival Guide!

You poor unfortunate soul. Do you dare to venture out to this year’s Halloween Horror Nights?

If so, you are in for more than ghostly encounters.

This year’s Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) will take place on a record-breaking 48 nights from Friday, August 29th until Sunday, November 2nd 2025 at Universal Studios Florida.

That’s over two whole months!

I’ve been a huge fan of Halloween Horror Nights for almost 20 years with my very first visit taking place in 2005.

So, it is my honor to give you all of the little tips and tricks I’ve learned over the past two decades.

But first, I want to give you a few things that are new for 2025.

Plan the Perfect Weekend in Valdosta, Georgia: Must-Do Activities for the Best Trip!

Are you thinking about planning a weekend in Valdosta, Georgia?

Then you are in the right place!

I just got back from the most amazing weekend getaway in Valdosta, Georgia, and I’m so excited to share my adventure with you!

This hidden gem in South Georgia completely stole my heart with its perfect mix of small-town charm and surprising attractions.

Let me walk you through my perfect 48 hours in what locals proudly call “Azalea City.”

2024 Walt Disney World Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend with Victoria Wade and Mickey Mouse Featured Image runDisney

2025 Ultimate Guide to Walt Disney World Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend: runDisney Tips, Cost and more!

Are you looking for the ultimate guide to runDisney’s Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend?

Well, look no further. You’re in the right place!

Disney Parks have been in the business of marathon weekends since 1994. It first started at Walt Disney World with the idea of a “runcation.”

The idea has a Disney parks vacation combined with a race that one participates in.

This event has since expanded to Disneyland Resort and has also come to Disneyland Paris.

The races have grown in popularity over the years with them happening in different locations, with different themes and medals.

Today, I will be discussing the Wine and Dine Half Marathon weekend, what to expect and I’ll be answering questions you may have along the way.

So, let’s get started!

Welcome to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood, California

2025 First-Timer’s Guide to Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood: Houses, Tickets and more!

Are you looking for the ultimate survivor’s guide to the 2025 Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood?

If you are reading this, then that means I have officially survived HHN at Universal Studios Hollywood!

It was such a different and fun experience for someone who is used to the terrifying event overt at Universal Studios Florida.

I learned quite a bit and I’m super excited to tell you about everything there is and how to survive your own first visit to HHN at Universal Studios Hollywood!

I have quite a bit to cover so let’s dive into the scares.

Welcome to Knott's Berry Farm at Halloween Knott's Scary Farm

2025 First-Timer’s Guide to Knott’s Scary Farm: Tickets, Houses, Food, and more!

Are you looking for the ultimate survivor’s guide to Halloween at Knott’s Scary Farm?

If you are like me, originally, you had no clue that Knott’s had a haunt event, let alone that it was easily one of the top 5 haunt events in the entire country.

Knott’s Berry Farm, located in Buena Park and only 10 minutes from Disneyland Resort, has the longest running theme park haunt in SOCAL.

It’s in the 52nd year from its 1973 debut.

The houses along with their stories and details are truly a crown jewel for the haunt and should been more widely recognized in my opinion.

Nonetheless, I’m thrilled to share with you everything there is to know about this ghastly event.

Orlando Halloween Events: 31 Things to Do in Orlando For October 2025

Ready to enjoy all of the Orlando Halloween events this year?

Pumpkin spice, horrors at Universal, wild nights at Busch Gardens, and trick-or-treating with Mickey are some things we love about fall in central Florida.

That’s why today I’ll go through the best things to do in Orlando for October!

A couple of days ago, I was riding in the car and for once I was able to have my windows down. There was a briskness in the Florida air that’s always welcomed and desired in this state.

This change inspired me to create this guide and answer all of your questions about the Orlando Halloween events.

One of the first questions you may have is, Where can I go for Halloween in Orlando, and what is there to do in Orlando for October?

I will get into ALL of that today!

Featured Image for Halloween at Hersheypark Dark Nights

2025 Ultimate Guide to Hersheypark Halloween & Dark Nights: Food, Houses, Tickets and more!

Are you ready to enjoy Halloween at Hersheypark AND the amazing Dark Nights experience?

Most people don’t even realize all the things that Hersheypark does for Halloween.

If you have been following me for a while, you know that I am an Annual Passholder and big fan of Hersheypark, located in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

It has been getting more and more love recently for its awesome food and beverage offerings and amazing selection of thrill and family coasters.

But I am here today to tell you that the fun doesn’t stop after the summer season!

Oh no, the fun keeps going during the Halloween and even the holiday season!

So if you’re still wondering does Hersheypark do anything for Halloween, today I will be talking about everything offered during the spooky season.

I will also go over the park’s fairly new haunt event, Dark Nights for the third annual year taking place September 12th until November 2nd of 2025.

Disney Christmas decorations in Magic Kingdom with Cinderella Castle in the Background

2025 Transition from Halloween to Christmas at Disney World: The Holiday Magic REVEALED!

Are you wondering when is the switch from Halloween to Christmas at Disney World?

Just like a scene from your favorite Disney fairy tale, Disney World switches from Halloween to Christmas with the wave of its fairy godmother’s wand on November 1, 2025!

With a sprinkle of pixie dust and a lot of hard work by Disney’s Holiday Services team, the pumpkins are put away and Disney is wrapped in holiday cheer.

But heads up ThemeParkHipsters! If you are planning a Disney World Christmas trip, you need to know that when the clock strikes midnight on Halloween night not all is magically transformed overnight in all of the Disney ThemeParks at once.

The Disney Christmas holiday overhaul does move fast but it takes a couple of phases to get everything merry and bright.

So, let’s go over everything you need to know about Disney World’s Halloween to Christmas transformation.

Plus, insider tips for conquering the first day when the Christmas decorations are up at Magic Kingdom at Disney World.

Cedar Point Ohio Amusement Park The Bone Walk Boardwalk with Wild Mouse Roller Coaster at 2024 Halloweekends with Skull decor.

19 First-timer Tips for HalloWeekends at Cedar Point (2025 Ultimate Guide)

There’s no better way to celebrate Halloween than to have a day at Cedar Point. Whether with a loved one, friends or on a solo trip, HalloWeekends at Cedar Point 2025 is so much fun.

And yes, you CAN have a blast going by yourself!

Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio is a theme park lover’s dream.

Primarily known as the roller coaster capital of the world, it is a 364-acre collection of thrilling entertainment and excitement for every age.

It is also the second oldest operating amusement park in the U.S., first opening its doors in 1870.

Before you head out to the park, you’ll want to take note of the dates, times, events, and haunted houses on select nights September 11th to November 2nd of 2025!

Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia Water's Edge Boardwalk with NikkyJ near Wing Swinger and Dinosaur

2025 First-timer’s Guide to Wild Adventures Theme Park: 17 Tips for the BEST Day Ever!

Are you searching for the ultimate guide to Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Georgia?

If so, you’re in the right place!

With 170 acres of rides, one of the top 30 waterparks in the country, Safari Campground, and animals from all over the world, this Georgia theme park is a wild adventure.

Part theme park, part animal park, Wild Adventures gives you the best of both worlds!

I was recently invited out by the amazing team at this park and I can’t wait to share what I learned on my trip.

So, let’s get right into everything you need to know about a Georgia vacation at Wild Adventures theme park!