Universal Orlando Reveals Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow Will Lead Halloween Horror Nights 2026

Universal Orlando has announced new details for the 35th anniversary of its Halloween Horror Nights event, including this year’s theme, an original haunted house, and the return of two iconic characters.

This year’s event will be centered around “Infernal Carnival of Nightmares,” transforming Universal Studios Florida into a dark, decaying carnival filled with haunted houses, scare zones and entertainment. The concept draws inspiration from past Halloween Horror Nights experiences as well as well-known figures from the horror genre. Leading the event are two of the past: Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow.

These icons will also be featured in a newly announced original haunted house, Jack & Oddfellow: Chaos & Control.

Universal Orlando said in a press release, “The long‑standing conflict between Jack and Oddfellow comes to life for the first time as guests journey into the unsettling origins of the two adversaries’ undying rivalry. As chaos and control collide, the two Icons battle for dominance until they ultimately discover that the only way to obtain the power they seek is not to fight each other – but to join forces instead.”

Universal Orlando has also released a new line of Halloween Horror Nights 2026 merchandise. The collection, featuring Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow, is now available at select retail locations inside the park and online at shopUniversal.com

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