Halloween Horror Nights 101: Houses, Scare Zones, Express Pass & Is It Kid-Friendly?

Ready to step into the fog? 🎃👻 This week on Chaos and Carry Ons, Shelby and Stephanie are breaking down everything you need to know about Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando Resort!Whether you're planning your first HHN or wondering if Halloween Horror Nights is worth adding to your Universal Orlando vacation, we're covering the haunted houses, scare zones, Halloween entertainment, themed food, crowds, wait times, Stay and Scream, and our biggest planning tips for making the most of your night. We're also talking about Halloween Horror Nights Express Pass—why it's available as an add-on and why we highly recommend considering it if you want the best chance of experiencing everything in one night.Plus, we're answering one of the biggest questions for families: Is Halloween Horror Nights kid-friendly? We'll talk about how scary HHN really is, Universal's age recommendation, what parents should expect, and whether families with younger children may be better off choosing Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom instead.If you're planning a Universal Orlando Halloween vacation, Halloween Horror Nights trip, Orlando fall vacation, Disney World Halloween trip, or HHN 2026, this episode is packed with tips to help you decide if Halloween Horror Nights is right for you.