Get ready for a thrilling autumn journey into the heart of the Upside Down and brace yourselves to face the malevolent entity, Vecna! This year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Orlando and Hollywood have a unique surprise for the “Stranger Things” fans. Imagine experiencing the spine-chilling narratives of Season 4 in a themed haunted house, an innovative setup promising a hair-raising trip to the eerie town of Hawkins, Indiana. This is where you confront the horrifying entity, Vecna, right in the chilling dimensions of the Upside Down.
The concept of this Stranger Things-inspired haunted house takes a vivid cue from Season 4’s introduction of the unsettling Creel House, also known as Vecna’s lair. The idea of translating the on-screen horror into an immersive experience found resonance with John Murdy, the Executive Producer of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood. In his statement, he conveyed, “From the opening shots of ‘Stranger Things 4,’ episode one, we knew this was meant to be an experience at Halloween Horror Nights.” His excitement was echoed by Lora Sauls, Assistant Director, Creative Development and Show Direction at Universal Orlando Resort, who commented, “We’re excited for our fans to live Vecna’s curse as we recreate the iconic and terrifying moments from the show.”
As you navigate through the nerve-racking labyrinth of the haunted house, you won’t be alone. The courageous heroes of the series, including popular characters like Eleven, Max, Eddie, and others, are expected to feature within the experience. The house will also incorporate spine-tingling scenes from Hawkins Lab and the Upside Down. However, be vigilant! You might need to fend off unexpected assaults from Demobats and other supernatural entities from this paranormal series as you strive to evade the curse of Vecna.
Anticipating ‘Stranger Things’ Beyond Season 4: What’s Next?
Despite the pause on the production of Stranger Things Season 5 due to the ongoing WGA strike, fans have an array of activities to keep their Stranger Things enthusiasm burning. As the final chapter of the riveting Millie Bobby Brown-starring series awaits, there’s much more on offer to satiate your curiosity. Apart from the enticing Halloween Horror Nights, the Stranger Things stage play, “The First Shadow”, is ready to be unveiled in London’s West End later this year. Penned by Kate Tefry, a renowned writer and co-EP of the series, “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” will take its audience back to Hawkins in 1959, unfolding a narrative potentially linked to the series’ grand finale. In recent developments, Terminator’s star, Linda Hamilton, joined the series’ cast, and Prey director Dan Trachtenberg was confirmed to direct at least one episode of the closing season.
You can enjoy all four seasons of Stranger Things on Netflix while waiting for these upcoming events. Tickets for Halloween Horror Nights are up for grabs right now, with the event set to open its doors at Universal Orlando on September 1, followed by Universal Studios Hollywood on September 7. Get a sneak peek of the Stranger Things-themed house below. Prepare to be mesmerized by the transformation of fiction into reality, and don’t forget to share this news with fellow fans!
