September 10, 2025

Orlando Launches 80 Days of Halloween Festivities

News Summary

Orlando is gearing up for an extended Halloween celebration featuring over 80 days of events beginning in August. Known as the Halloween Vacation Capital, the city will host various activities appealing to all ages, including major theme park events, community highlights, and adult-focused adventures. Guests can look forward to immersive experiences such as haunted houses, themed parties, and seasonal dining. With diverse attractions across the city, Orlando aims to solidify its position as a premier Halloween destination.

Orlando is preparing for an exciting fall with the launch of over 80 days of Halloween festivities starting in August 2025. Recognized as the Halloween Vacation Capital, the city will host an extensive range of events that cater to families, adults, and Halloween enthusiasts.

The diverse lineup of celebrations includes the nation’s largest horror convention, extended theme park activities, interactive trick-or-treating experiences, horror-themed shows, and an elegant Vampire Ball. As the festivities unfold, visitors can expect immersive experiences that promise to offer something for everyone.

Major Theme Park Events

Among the highlights are several prominent theme park events:

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World Resort will take place on select nights from August 15 to October 31, 2025, featuring new attractions, parades, shows, and trick-or-treat opportunities.
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida will run from August 29 to November 2, 2025, showcasing 10 new haunted houses and various scare zones designed to thrill visitors.
SeaWorld Orlando’s Spooktacular will occur on weekends from August 30 to November 2, 2025, offering a family-friendly, daytime experience complete with themed activities.
Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld is scheduled for select nights from September 5 to November 1, 2025, featuring haunted houses and themed bars.
Brick or Treat Presents Monster Party at LEGOLAND Florida Resort will welcome guests on select dates from September 20 to November 2, 2025, showcasing LEGO character encounters and candy experiences.

Community Highlights

Community events also play a significant part in Orlando’s Halloween activities:

Jock Lindsey’s Halloween Hangar Bar at Disney Springs will feature a seasonal menu and festive décor from now through October 31, 2025.
The Haunted Mangoni in Winter Garden presents haunted mansion décor and spooky cuisine until October 31, 2025.
Screamin’ Green Hauntoween at the Crayola Experience will include scavenger hunts and crafts from September 20 to October 31, 2025.
A Petrified Forest will offer outdoor haunted trails and immersive experiences on select nights from October 3 to November 1, 2025.
Vampirates Dinner Show at Pirates Dinner Adventure will occur on select dates from September 25 to October 31, 2025.

Family and Adult Events

For families, additional features include Gators, Ghosts and Goblins at Gatorland on weekends from October 11-26, 2025, and various Halloween-themed festivals throughout neighborhoods like Ivanhoe Village and the Milk District. Events targeting adults include:

Nosferatu: Orlando’s Adult Vampire Experience on select dates from September 5 to November 8, 2025.
Nightmare on Orange from September 23 to November 2, 2025.
Orlando Zombie Crawl on October 31 and November 1, 2025.

Performing Arts and Additional Activities

The performing arts community will also contribute to the festivities with a 50th Anniversary screening of the Rocky Horror Picture Show and Disney’s Hocus Pocus in Concert Live to Film. Visitors will have a chance to enjoy themed markets, outdoor movie screenings, and trick-or-treating opportunities throughout various neighborhoods in Orlando, creating a vibrant atmosphere to celebrate the season.

Orlando’s Halloween events will continue to showcase seasonal attractions with a wide range of experiences, further solidifying its status as a leading destination for Halloween tourism. With engaging activities designed for all interests—from family fun to thrilling scares—Orlando is set to offer a memorable Halloween experience for all visitors in 2025.

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