If you thought last year’s Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld Orlando was intense, buckle up—because 2025 marks the fifth anniversary of this scream-packed Halloween event, and it’s pulling no punches. What started as a fresh face in the Florida haunt scene has quickly become a fan-favorite for horror lovers looking for a night of pure, pulse-pounding chaos.
Running select nights from September 5 through November 1, this year’s Howl-O-Scream promises more shrieks, scares, and surprises than ever before. With 28 nights of fear planned, there’s plenty of time to experience the madness—but trust us, one night may not be enough to catch it all. So, what’s in store for 2025?
Haunted Houses Galore
SeaWorld is bringing five all-new haunted houses to life (or rather, to un-death). Each one features brand-new storylines and immersive sets that will have you questioning what’s real and what’s just your nerves playing tricks on you. Whether you’re creeping through cursed ruins or dodging deranged creatures in tight corridors, you’ll be in for a full sensory overload.
Scare Zones & Roaming Hordes
There’s no safe path to take this year—not with six scare zones and two roaming hordes on the prowl. These monsters don’t stay put, and that unpredictability is half the fun. (Or terror, depending on your outlook.)
Haunted Bars & Eerie Cocktails
Need a little liquid courage? You’ll find five themed bars offering creepy cocktails and spooky sips in a variety of atmospheres. Whether you’re looking to chill after a scare or raise a toast to surviving another haunted house, these bars are the perfect pit stop.
Live Entertainment & Spooky Vibes
It’s not all about jump scares—there’s also electrifying live shows, DJ-fueled dance parties, and plenty of creepy ambiance to keep the night alive. Expect fog, lights, and a soundtrack of screams to carry you from scare zone to scare zone.
And of course, thrill rides in the dark are a major part of the night. There’s nothing quite like braving Mako or Ice Breaker with only the moonlight (and maybe a monster or two) to guide you.
Important Stuff to Know
This event is geared for mature audiences, with intense themes including blood, gore, and violence. Costumes are not allowed, and kids should probably sit this one out—unless they’re brave beyond their years.
So if you’re ready to celebrate Halloween with full-throttle fear, mark your calendar and grab those tickets. Howl-O-Scream 2025 is coming—and the screams are just getting started.
