Halloween Horror Nights will bring New Line Cinema’s film “Evil Dead Burn” to life this fall, with a new haunted house based on the movie opening Aug. 28 at Universal Orlando Resort and Sept. 3 at Universal Studios Hollywood, the parks announced Tuesday.

The “Evil Dead” franchise debuted in 1981 and has grown from an independent cult favorite into one of horror’s most enduring properties. Its films combine graphic violence with dark comedy and typically revolve around the Book of the Dead, a cursed text that unleashes demonic spirits capable of possessing and transforming victims into creatures known as Deadites.

The new haunted house draws on scenes from “Evil Dead Burn,” placing guests inside the Price family’s remote vacation home before leading them through encounters with Deadites and, ultimately, into the grip of the film’s evil forces.

To coincide with the attraction, Universal will release limited-edition “Evil Dead Burn” merchandise, including a T-shirt, hat and an acrylic figure designed for the event’s collectible carnival display. The items go on sale at both parks Tuesday, July 21, and will be available the following day at 9 a.m. PST on shopUniversal.com. Additional merchandise is expected later this year.

At Universal Orlando, guests can purchase a Halloween Horror Nights Fear Pass for repeat visits, with options including the Rush of Fear, Frequent Fear, Frequent Fear Plus and Ultimate Frequent Fear passes. The resort is also offering an enhanced Scream Early add-on ticket, granting admission to Universal Studios Florida starting at 2 p.m. with early entry to select haunted houses ahead of the event’s official start. Annual and seasonal passholders can receive discounts on select single-night tickets in August and September, and Premier Passholders will receive one complimentary event admission, subject to reservation availability.

At Universal Studios Hollywood, ticket options include General Admission, Universal Express, R.I.P. Tour, Day/Night, After 2 p.m. Day/Night and an Early Access ticket offering entry to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m., subject to change. The park’s Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass will also allow repeat visits throughout the season.

Halloween Horror Nights runs select nights at Universal Orlando Resort from Aug. 28 through Nov. 1, and at Universal Studios Hollywood from Sept. 3 through Nov. 1. Additional haunted houses and event details are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

For tickets and information, visit HalloweenHorrorNights.com.

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Universal Horror Unleashed is bringing Capcom’s “Resident Evil” franchise to its Las Vegas venue this summer with a themed takeover that will run July 9 through Aug. 30.

The horror experience will immerse guests in scenes from the video game series, featuring interactive puzzles, character encounters and staged battles against the undead, according to organizers.

Guests will move through six themed zones designed to tell the story of an outbreak in Raccoon City. The experience begins in Zone 1: Arrival, where guests are greeted by a damaged “Welcome to Raccoon City” sign amid flashing emergency lights, representing the early stages of an outbreak caused by the fictional Umbrella Corporation’s T-Virus.

In Zone 2: Mission, guests arrive at a re-creation of the Raccoon City Police Department and take part in a series of timed, interactive puzzles. The journey continues into Zone 3: Infection, a quarantined section of the city where guests encounter zombies and characters including Ada Wong.

Zone 4: Combat brings guests face-to-face with franchise characters Claire Redfield, Jill Valentine and Leon S. Kennedy, placing them at the center of staged battles against zombies and other villains. Following the combat sequence, guests can take photos and interact with the characters before entering Zone 5: Escape, described as the final mission of the experience.

Guests who complete the experience will reach Zone 6: Aftermath, a re-creation of Umbrella Corporation’s headquarters, where limited-time food and cocktails themed around the T-Virus will be available for purchase.

The “Resident Evil” experience is included with general admission to Universal Horror Unleashed. Tickets and additional details are available at UniversalHorrorUnleashed.com.

Halloween Horror Nights will introduce all-new haunted houses inspired by the first three Hellraiser films, transporting guests into the world created by author Clive Barker. The attractions open Aug. 28 at Universal Orlando Resort and Sept. 3 at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Since its debut in 1987, Hellraiser has become one of horror’s most influential franchises, known for introducing the Lament Configuration puzzle box, which opens a portal to a dimension inhabited by the Cenobites and their leader, Pinhead. The film blended psychological horror with graphic imagery and themes of pain and desire, helping redefine supernatural horror and establishing it as a cult classic.

This marks the first time the franchise has been featured at Halloween Horror Nights. The haunted houses, debuting at both theme parks, draw from “Hellraiser,” “Hellbound: Hellraiser II” and “Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth.” Doug Bradley, who originated the role of Pinhead, will reprise the character and provide his voice for both attractions.

Guests will enter the experience through the Lament Configuration puzzle box, summoning the Cenobites and opening a gateway to scenes drawn from the films, including Frank Cotton’s family home and the Channard Institute. The journey concludes in the Labyrinth, where Pinhead and the Cenobites await.

New limited-release merchandise tied to the haunted house, including a T-shirt and a Pinhead acrylic figure compatible with the separately sold Infernal Carnival collectible display, is now available at both theme parks. The merchandise launches online at 9 a.m. PST Wednesday at shopUniversal.com.

Universal said additional event details, including further new haunted houses for both locations, will be announced soon.

Halloween Horror Nights runs select nights at Universal Orlando Resort from Aug. 28 through Nov. 1, and at Universal Studios Hollywood from Sept. 3 through Nov. 1. Tickets are on sale now. Universal Orlando Resort also plans to release additional ticket products soon, including four Frequent Fear Pass options: Rush of Fear, Frequent Fear, Frequent Fear Plus and Ultimate Fear.

More information and tickets are available at HalloweenHorrorNights.com.

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Project Purple, the park’s highly anticipated roller coaster set to open in 2027, has reached 315 feet, making it the tallest structure currently standing at the New Jersey theme park and marking another milestone in its construction.

The structure, visible for miles, now dominates the skyline as crews continue building what is expected to be one of the tallest roller coasters in the world. Park guests this summer will be able to watch the ride grow week by week as construction progresses toward its final height.

“Project Purple is already making a statement,” said Ryan Eldredge, director of sales and marketing at Six Flags Great Adventure. “At 315 feet tall and still climbing, guests can watch history being built in real time. Every new piece of track and support brings us one step closer to unveiling a coaster that will redefine thrills not just for Great Adventure, but for the entire industry.”

Construction is expected to continue throughout 2026, with additional milestones and details to be announced in the coming months.

More information and updates on Project Purple are available at SixFlags.com/GreatAdventure.

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The Upside Down is returning to Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights as the fifth and final season of Netflix’s “Stranger Things” comes to life in new haunted houses.

The Halloween event will begin Aug. 28 at Universal Orlando Resort and Sept. 3 at Universal Studios Hollywood. Developed in partnership with Netflix, this year’s “Stranger Things” haunted house will feature key moments from the final season, placing guests at the center of the battle to save Hawkins.

Fans will navigate iconic locations and encounter familiar characters while evading supernatural creatures, including Vecna. The attraction transports guests to Hawkins as the barrier between reality and the supernatural collapses. Visitors will move through scenes including the Wheeler House, Hawkins National Laboratory, the MAC-Z military base, and the Upside Down and the Abyss, all while being pursued by Demogorgons and other creatures.

Fans can also shop new limited-release merchandise inspired by the haunted house. The collection includes a T-shirt, a mug and a “Stranger Things”-inspired acrylic figure that fits into the separately sold Infernal Carnival collectible display. Additional collectibles representing this year’s lineup are expected later.

The items are available now at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood and will launch Thursday at 9 a.m. PST on shopUniversal.com, with more Halloween Horror Nights merchandise expected in the coming months. Additional details about this year’s lineup are expected to be announced soon.

Halloween Horror Nights will run select nights from Aug. 28 through Nov. 1 at Universal Orlando Resort, and from Sept. 3 through Nov. 1 at Universal Studios Hollywood. Tickets for both locations are on sale now, with additional options for Universal Orlando Resort expected later. For more information, visit HalloweenHorrorNights.com.

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Universal Studios Hollywood is bringing back Mega Movie Summer, a seasonal celebration featuring entertainment, food and exclusive merchandise inspired by films from Universal Pictures and Illumination. The limited-time event runs June 13 through Aug. 9, 2026, and is included with theme park admission.

The park is also offering a Buy A Day, Get A 2nd Day Free General Admission ticket, available online, with all visits to be completed by Dec. 16, 2026. Blockout dates and other restrictions apply to the second visit.

This year’s activations are inspired by Illumination’s upcoming “Minions & Monsters,” opening in theaters July 1; Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” opening July 17; the 25th anniversary of the Fast & Furious franchise; and characters Elphaba and Glinda from “Wicked” and “Wicked: For Good.”

Minions & Monsters

New Minions characters Henry and James will appear at Super Silly Fun Land near the Despicable Me Minion Mayhem attraction, featuring interactive experiences and a Minion Dance Party. An exclusive merchandise collection will be available, including a Shoulder Pal themed to monster character Goomi, blind box figures, apparel and accessories.

The Minions Cafe will offer new menu items including Howard’s Berry Lemonade Cupcake and James’ Carbonara, a cavatappi pasta with garlic cream sauce, pancetta and peas. Despicable Delights will serve Irene’s Orange Banana Float.

The Odyssey

One of the original ships from Nolan’s film will be on display along the Studio Tour. Footage and filmmaker interviews will air on tram monitors during the tour.

A 34-foot Trojan Horse from the film will also be on display at Universal CityWalk Hollywood beginning in July, in front of the Universal Cinema AMC.

Fast & Furious 25th Anniversary

Authentic picture cars from the franchise will be displayed in Universal Plaza, accompanied by a hip-hop performance by the Street Racers dance show and a daily DJ. New anniversary merchandise will be available at the 101 Exchange store, adjacent to the upcoming Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift roller coaster.

Hollywood & Dine, near the park’s main entrance, will be transformed into Drift & Dine, offering a themed menu including an L.A. Drift Dog, BBQ Chicken Platter, Fried Elote Corn Dog, BBQ Corn Ribs, Quarter Mile Funnel Cake and Street Cart Watermelon and Pineapple. The adjacent Cocina Mexicana restaurant will offer a shareable La Familia Meal.

At Universal CityWalk, NBC Sports Grill & Brew will feature a Full Throttle Teriyaki Burger, Drift Tandem Skewers, Car Meet Platter and a Nitrous Boost cocktail. Antojitos Cocina Mexicana will serve a Birria Burger, La Familia Platter and a tequila-based cocktail.

Wicked

Elphaba and Glinda character meet-and-greets will return near the DreamWorks Theatre. Exclusive merchandise, including Spirit Jerseys, plush and more, will be available for purchase.

Jaws

Mel’s Diner will offer a themed menu with returning items including the Shark Bait Burger, Lobster Roll, Fish & Chicken Basket and Amity Island Funnel Cake. Studio Scoops on the lower lot will debut a Hello Kitty Jaws Blueberry Cheesecake Sundae. Exclusive merchandise, including a new Loungefly crossbody bag, apparel and accessories, will also be available.

At CityWalk, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will offer two Jaws-themed items: the Beachside Melt and the Forbidden Waters cocktail. Voodoo Doughnut will feature a Banana Cream Mayhem Doughnut and a Minions & Monsters Mischief Doughnut.

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The all-original Universal Fan Fest Nights experience, “Forbidden Forest: Search for the Hippogriff

,” at Universal Studios Hollywood invites witches, wizards and Muggles to venture into the Forbidden Forest in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter on a mission to rescue a revered magical creature.

Tickets are now on sale for Universal Fan Fest Nights, a limited, 12-night event scheduled for April 23–25; May 1–3, 7–9 and 14–16, 2026.

The experience places guests in an all-new outdoor environment created exclusively for the event. Guided by a Hogwarts magical creatures professor, visitors embark on a walk-through adventure encountering creatures ranging from pixies and owls to spiders and the Monster Book of Monsters. Along the way, obstacles challenge guests to summon bravery and spellcasting skills to complete their nighttime rescue mission.

Universal Fan Fest Nights is an after-hours, separately ticketed event celebrating fandom through immersive, interactive experiences created by the park’s entertainment team in collaboration with industry experts. The event features themed worlds, live entertainment, character interactions, cosplay, photo opportunities and curated food, beverages and merchandise.

Each event night includes a lineup of experiences and activations, including:

Scooby-Doo Meets the Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot
This immersive walk-through adventure places guests inside a Scooby-Doo-style mystery. Visitors arrive via the Studio Tour tram and walk through a working backlot alongside Scooby-Doo, Fred, Daphne, Velma and Shaggy. The experience challenges guests to solve a case involving classic Universal Monsters, including Frankenstein, Dracula, the Bride of Frankenstein and the Wolf Man, while exploring iconic sets such as Little Europe and the Court of Miracles.

ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show
Presented at the WaterWorld venue, this live show features characters from ONE PIECE in a high-energy performance blending action, comedy and adventure. Inspired by the Universal Studios Japan production, the show highlights themes of friendship, freedom and chaos.

Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon the Miracle: Moon Palace Chapter Deluxe
This Japanese-language CG anime short film will screen at the DreamWorks Theatre with subtitles. The story follows Super Sailor Moon as she battles an enemy seeking the Legendary Silver Crystal, ultimately restoring peace to the Moon Palace.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep
Returning with enhancements, this walk-through experience invites guests into the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Participants join the Harpers, a spy network, to stop the beholder Xanathar and save Waterdeep. The character is brought to life by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, known for its work in puppetry and animatronics.

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD – Colorful Yoshi Celebration
This new offering introduces a multicolored Yoshi-themed experience, allowing guests to explore the Mushroom Kingdom and meet various Yoshi characters throughout the land.

A variety of ticket options are available:

• General Admission: Event entry only; no daytime admission or early access.

• Universal Express: Includes one-time express access per experience, ride and attraction.

• Universal Express Unlimited: Includes unlimited express access.

• After 2 p.m. Day/Night: Daytime admission after 2 p.m. plus evening event access.

• After 2 p.m. Day/Night Universal Express: Includes daytime and evening admission with one-time express access during both periods.

• 2-Night General Admission: Admission for two event nights.

• Ultimate Fandom Pass: Access to multiple event nights, valid through May 16, 2026.

• Early Access Ticket: Entry beginning at 6 p.m. to select experiences; requires separate event admission.

• VIP Tour: Includes guided access to experiences, a gourmet dinner (excluding alcohol) and valet parking.

• Pass Member Pricing: Discounted tickets for pass members on select nights.

Select attractions will also be open during the event, including “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge,” “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey,” “Flight of the Hippogriff,” “Jurassic World—The Ride,” “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem,” “Transformers: The Ride—3D,” “Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride” and “The Simpsons Ride.”

For more information, visit UniversalStudiosHollywood.com or follow @UniFanFestNights and @UniStudios on social media.

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Universal Studios Hollywood has introduced a new Dining Pass, offering guests a flexible way to enjoy meals and snacks throughout their visit for a single price. The pass is available now and can be purchased online or at the theme park.

The Dining Pass includes two eligible entrees and four eligible sides, snacks, desserts or beverages at participating in-park dining locations.

The menu features a selection of items created by Executive Chef Julia Thrash and her team, with food prepared fresh daily in the park’s on-site production kitchen. The offerings are designed to provide guests with a variety of exclusive culinary options.

“We take enormous pride in preparing an eclectic menu for our guests and want our food offerings to be as exciting as the rides and attractions,” Thrash said. “Our 30,000-square-foot production kitchen serves as the home base for all food preparation, and it’s rewarding to see guests enjoy the menu we curate.”

The Dining Pass can be redeemed at participating locations on the selected visit date. Eligible items are marked with the Dining Pass logo on menu boards. Restrictions apply.

Guests can purchase the pass in advance through the official website or at participating restaurants inside the park. It activates upon first use on the selected date and can be added to the official Universal Studios Hollywood app by scanning the ticket QR code in the “My Wallet” section.

For more information, visit the Universal Studios Hollywood website or follow the park on social media.

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Lights, camera, action. Universal Studios Hollywood transports guests to its iconic movie studio backlot via Studio Tour trams as part of Universal Fan Fest Nights’ all-original “Scooby-Doo Meets the Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot,” an adventure blending theatrics, suspense, humor and an interactive, live-action whodunit.

Tickets are now on sale for Universal Fan Fest Nights, a limited 12-night event running April 23-25; May 1-3, 7-9 and 14-16, 2026.

In this immersive experience, guests board the Studio Tour as “extras” in a fictional monster movie. The production is derailed when a mysterious villain, the Phantom Director, unleashes the Universal Monsters — Frankenstein’s Monster, Dracula, the Bride of Frankenstein and the Wolf Man — halting filming and plunging the set into chaos.

Armed with a Mystery Manual, guests team up with Scooby-Doo, Fred, Daphne, Velma and Shaggy to uncover the Phantom Director’s identity. Along the way, they explore Universal’s outdoor film sets, including Little Europe and the Court of Miracles, both known for their roles in classic films such as “Frankenstein” (1931) and “The Wolf Man” (1941). By following clues, guests work to solve the mystery and restart production.

Photo opportunities with the Mystery Inc. team, the Universal Monsters and the Mystery Machine add to the experience.

Universal Fan Fest Nights is a separately ticketed, after-hours event celebrating fandom through immersive, interactive experiences created by the park’s entertainment team in collaboration with industry experts. The event features themed worlds, live entertainment, character interactions, cosplay, photo opportunities and specialty food, beverages and merchandise.

The event also includes a lineup of experiences available each night:

• “ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show” takes over the WaterWorld venue with a live-action performance featuring fan-favorite characters in a high-energy mix of action and comedy.

• “Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon the Miracle: Moon Palace Chapter Deluxe,” a Japanese-language CG anime short, screens at DreamWorks Theatre with subtitles, following Super Sailor Moon as she battles a new enemy.

• “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Forbidden Forest: A Search for the Hippogriff” is a walk-through experience where guests venture into the forest to find a missing Hippogriff with help from a Hogwarts professor.

• “SUPER NINTENDO WORLD — Colorful Yoshi Celebration” introduces a vibrant experience featuring multicolored Yoshis throughout the Mushroom Kingdom.

• “Dungeons & Dragons: Secrets of Waterdeep” returns with enhancements, inviting guests to join the Harpers in a mission to stop the beholder Xanathar. The creature is brought to life by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop.

Tickets are available in multiple tiers, including General Admission, Universal Express, Universal Express Unlimited, After 2 p.m. Day/Night options, a two-night pass, the Ultimate Fandom Pass, early access tickets and a VIP tour experience. Pass members can also access special pricing on select nights.

Select attractions will also be open during the event, including “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge,” “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey,” “Flight of the Hippogriff,” “Jurassic World — The Ride,” “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem,” “Transformers: The Ride 3D,” “Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride” and “The Simpsons Ride.”

Whether you are a die-hard Trekkie or a theme park enthusiast, this walkthrough captures the sights, sounds, and thrills of the Star Trek universe brought to life at Universal Studios.

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This fall, Universal Orlando Resort will mark a major milestone as its Halloween Horror Nights event returns for its 35th anniversary.

The resort announced that this year’s theme will be “Infernal Carnival of Nightmares,” transforming Universal Studios Florida into a decaying carnival with new haunted houses, scare zones and live entertainment. The event will draw inspiration from past Halloween Horror Nights experiences as well as well-known horror properties.

This year’s event will feature Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow, two long-standing characters in the event’s history, appearing together for the first time.

One of the original haunted houses, “Jack & Oddfellow: Chaos & Control,” will explore the origins of the characters’ rivalry, following their conflict as they ultimately join forces.

The resort also announced the release of new Halloween Horror Nights 2026 merchandise featuring the two characters. Items are available at select retail locations inside the park and online.

Ticket sales for the event are expected to begin soon. Additional details about this year’s attractions will be released in the coming months. More information is available at UniversalOrlando.com/HHN.

Universal Studios Hollywood will launch its annual Universal Fan Fest Nights with the debut of “ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show,” a live stunt production inspired by a popular show at Universal Studios Japan. The show will take place at the WaterWorld venue.

The separately ticketed event runs for 12 nights: April 23-25; May 1-3, 7-9 and 14-16, 2026. Tickets…

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The Knott’s Boysenberry Festival, the annual food-inspired event celebrating the berry that started it all, returns with an extensive lineup of food and beverage offerings. In addition to boysenberry-inspired dishes, guests can enjoy live shows and music, along with a selection of local crafters and artisans. The festival r…

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Knott’s PEANUTS Celebration returns this year with a new show featuring the Knott’s Express Trolley and a limited-time exhibition, “Kite Flying Foibles.” Snoopy and the PEANUTS gang will once again take over the park with family-friendly fun on weekends from Jan. 31 through Feb. 22. Guests can also enjoy a lineup of returning shows and photo opportuniti…

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Universal Studios Hollywood is set to shine this holiday season, inviting guests to a wonder-filled celebration across the theme park where beloved traditions return to create unforgettable memories. Highlights include “Grinchmas,” “Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” and festive new additions to the Mushroom Kingdom at Super Nintendo Worl…

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This holiday season, Knott’s Merry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Holiday in the Park invite guests to immerse themselves in enchanting winter wonderlands.

Knott’s Merry Farm, running Nov. 21 through Jan. 4, will come alive with the magic of the season, featuring beloved traditions such as Snoopy’s Night Before Christmas and the Snow and Glow experi…

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Guests will fight to survive as they venture through an all-new haunted house inspired by the 2023 hit film Five Nights at Freddy’s, Blumhouse’s highest-grossing movie to date and an adaptation of the horror videogame phenomenon.

Guests will follow in the footsteps of Mike, who was recently fired and desperate for work so that he can keep custody of his little sister, after he accepts a position as a night security guard in an abandoned themed entertainment center: Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria. The terror will start as guests navigate the corridors and learn that nothing at Freddy’s is what it seems when they encounter the supernatural and become lured into the black heart of an unspeakable nightmare.

The journey will bring guests face-to-face with full-scale replicas of the eerie characters from the film—Freddy Fazbear, Chica, Bonnie, Foxy, and Mr. Cupcake—as they stalk visitors through iconic scenes, including the security room and the showroom where the chilling characters performed. The larger-than-life characters for the haunted houses were created in collaboration with Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, who also masterfully produced the animatronics and corresponding costumes for the fan-favorite film.

Experience this for yourself by getting your tickets today as this is the last week for 2025 at https://store.universalstudioshollywood.com/en/us/store/c/uh_ice_default_pb_events

The night of the arachnid is upon us! Enter a web-covered nursing home where demonic, eight-legged black widows emerge from their silken tunnels to possess the withered bodies of the elderly residence. Their sole purpose is to secure a mate and hatch a clutch of eggs before sunrise. Will you climb into their web and succumb to their dark desires?

Experience Widow at Knott’s Scary Farm on select nights by following the link today - https://www.knotts.com/events/scary-farm

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