Halloween Horror Nights with Kassey Kulikowski

Kassey Breaks Down the First Speculation Map of the Year

KCSU — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:30:00 -0600

A new speculation map from @hhnnightmares sets the stage for the second Halloween Horror Nights episode of 2026. Kassey breaks down the predictions and adds her own perspective on what could be coming with this new insight.

Speculations, Official Date Announcements, and Major Park Changes

KCSU — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:00:00 -0600

Welcome back to Halloween Horror Nights! Kassey’s first podcast of the year is a speculation episode; with very little information currently released, Kassey tries her best to break down what could come from the season this coming Halloween season before covering some major changes to one of Halloween Horror Nights' top parks.

HHN34 Scare Zone and House Rankings

KCSU — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0700

2025 is coming to an end, which means that Halloween Horror Nights has wrapped! As we wait for season 35 speculation season to begin, listen as Kassey runs through her house rankings for the 2025 season; from original HHN creations like Dolls: Let’s Play Dead, to beloved IP like Five Nights at Freddy’s.

Speculation Map 2.0 and the Major HHN Announcements of June

KCSU — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:37:34 -0600

It's summer, and official Halloween Horror Nights announcements are in full force! In this episode, Kassey kicks things off by running through the new ticket packages, both confirmed and theorized merch, speculation map 2.0, and some very notable house announcements (Fallout and Terrifier!). Following these speculations and reports is a rundown of all the original house announcements for this year; including but not limited to Dolls: Let's Play Dead, Hatchet & Chains, and Grave of Flesh. Rounding out the episode is the major announcement that Universal Horror Unleashed will officially be taking place in Chicago for the year 2027.

New Speculation Map and Jack the Clown Confirmed!

KCSU — Wed, 14 May 2025 14:00:00 -0600

Happy May, a 2nd speculation map has dropped! On this map, there's new symbols and hints at what HHN34 is going to look like. Some new guesses on the docket include Graveyard: Deadly Unrest, Beetlejuice, Poltergeist, Terrifier, Carey, Ohio, and Hatchet and Chains: Demon Bounty Hunters. Jack the Clown is the only thing confirmed, and Kassey is getting anxious waiting for the rest of the announcements!

Horror Night Nightmares Speculation Map Shows Tons of Clues...

KCSU — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 12:56:24 -0600

We've got some information about Horror Night Nightmares! Kassey breaks down the speculation map released by HNN and what could be coming to the sound stages in Orlando. So far, there's 10 houses, 5 scare zones, and 2 shows confirmed. Halloween Horror Nights is still kind of quiet, but Dark Universe and Epic has some more updates...May can't come quick enough!

HHN Is On The Back Burner - What All Is Universal Up To?

KCSU — Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:29:26 -0600

Halloween Horror Nights has been oddly quiet...but Epic Universe hasn't! Kassey goes over everything happening at Epic, including single day tickets starting June 1st and previews of the park. Universal Orlando may have character crossover with Universal Studios Japan, as rumors of a terrifying bear named Hamikuma spread. Universal Hollywood is doing a Wicked meet-and-greet, and Universal Orlando has new Harry Potter wands! There's been no speculation map and no ticket packages for HHN, so something big may be coming...

Universal Horror Unleashed Confirms Houses and Opening, Kassey Patiently Waits for HHN34 Details

KCSU — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 12:30:19 -0700

It's official: Universal Horror Unleashed Las Vegas is opening in August! Kassey chats about the confirmed houses and her excitement for Universal Monsters joining the lineup. There's a few more rumors and speculations floating around for HHN34, including the possibility of Fallout replacing The Last of Us Part 2 and Stranger Things Season 5 may be making an appearance. Now we wait for ticket prices and hotel packages, but we do have one concrete confirmation: Danny Elfman will be composing the music at the event. Here's to February!

Battle of the Rumors: Kassey's Big Wants for HHN 34 VS. Other House/Scare Zone Chatter

KCSU — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 11:59:40 -0700

It's 2025, which mean Halloween Horror Nights 34 is gaining hype! Kassey provides updates about HHN, including the closing of Rip Ride Rockit in September and the possibility of an 11th and/or 12th house. Speculations for houses include The Last of Us Pt. 2, The Terrifier, M3GAN, Beetlejuice, Poltergeist, and Nightingales, with other rumors like Dueling Dragons returning. Kassey also elaborates on her dreams for HHN, such as wanting a slasher house, bringing back Halloween with Michael Myers, and a prequel or sequel to Dollhouse of the Damned.

HHN 34 Sneaks In With Las Vegas Universal Horror Unleashed Announcements

KCSU — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:35:41 -0700

The Halloween Horror Nights grind never ends. Join Kassey as she explores the various announcements from Universal's Las Vegas location. Haunted houses released include Blumhouse’s The Exorcist: Believer, Scarecrow: The Reaping, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and Universal Monsters. Themed entertainment is also speculated, with Kassey's wishes for Nightmare Fuel to come to Vegas.

HHN 33 Ending, Kassey's Scare Zone and House Rankings

KCSU — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:44:16 -0600

Happy last week of Halloween Horror Nights! Kassey is back to wrap up the season with her rankings of the scare zones and haunted houses. For the 5 scare zones and 10 haunted houses, she goes into depth about what worked this season and what didn't, including some surprising changes to her list. She chats about other events that were included, finally ending the 33rd season.

Opening Weekend Success, Tribute Store Skepticism, and a Fun Premium Night for HHN 33

KCSU — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 13:39:20 -0600

It's September, which means HHN is up and at 'em! Kassey reviews the opening weekend and her first reactions to the event.

An All Female Scare Zone; No Icon? Kassey's Ranking for HHN 33

KCSU — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:33:18 -0600

Welcome back from summer, and hello Halloween Horror Nights 33! Kassey gives us updates from August and presents her early house and scare zone rankings.

Summer Mini Pod: HHN Keeps Churning Out House Announcments!

KCSU — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:26:41 -0600

Sorry to bother you, but more houses have been announced for Halloween Horror Nights! Sit down with Kassey while she gives you the details.

Summer Mini Pod: HHN Original House Announced, Punk Rock Merch

KCSU — Mon, 20 May 2024 13:03:18 -0600

Happy summer, and happy first house announcement of Halloween Horror Nights 33! Kassey does a quick run-down of the latest news.

"Horror Lives Here": HHN 33's New Dates, Tickets, Merchandise, and Exclusive Tours Starting Early

KCSU — Mon, 08 Apr 2024 12:08:10 -0600

More updates for Halloween Horror Nights has dropped, and Kassey has us covered. Join her as she chats official announcements from Universal about what HHN33 will look like.

HHN 33 Speculation Map 1: New Monsters, Return of the Parade, Rumors of "A Quiet Place" and Freddy Krueger

KCSU — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 11:31:37 -0600

Speculation season has officially begun for Halloween Horror Nights 33! Kassey takes a look at rumors and possible houses coming to Universal and prepares us for the upcoming season.

Epic Universe Announcement, Ghostbusters House Possibly Returning, Other Speculations

KCSU — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 11:07:20 -0700

A quick episode from Kassey for this episode of Halloween Horror Nights! She chats about the latest news with Epic Universe, and other speculations for HHN 33.

Goodbye HHN 32... Hello HHN 33!

KCSU — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:59:47 -0700

Happy speculation season! Kassey has all the details about houses, scare zones, concessions, and different things Universal is going to try for this season's Halloween Horror Nights.

Closing of HHN 32 = Re-Ranking Of Houses!

KCSU — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 15:26:13 -0700

HHN 32 has come to an end, and Kassey has you covered if you missed out! She breaks down (again!) her rankings of houses and scare zones, as well as her overall thoughts of the event.

Battle of the Tribute Stores: Halfway Through HHN 32!

KCSU — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 13:44:58 -0600

For Friday the 13th, Kassey celebrates with a new episode of her HHN podcast! She talks her way through the nine (so far...) tribute stores of HHN and gives her opinion of each theme throughout the years.

Season 32 Of HHN Off To A Sensational Start!

KCSU — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:08:43 -0600

In this episode, Kassey gives us the run-down of what HHN 32 has been looking like so far! Things like a tribute store, comic book merch store, HHN board game, Chucky popcorn bucket, a Jack the Ripper room, wait times, and lots more are covered and judged by Kassey.

Wait, One More Thing! Diagon Alley and Food Booths

KCSU — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:26:22 -0600

In this episode, Kassey fills us in on the last bits of information that has been released for HHN32.

The Cat's Out of the Bag! Every House/Scare Zone for HHN32

KCSU — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:02:21 -0600

In this episode, Kassey breaks down her hype lists for HHN's houses and scare zones. Everything is confirmed and the days are counting down...
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Speculation Map 3.5? Last Guesses Before Opening Night

KCSU — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 15:10:59 -0600

As HHN creeps closer to opening day, Kassey breaks down each house and scare zone that's been announced and what she expects to come.

Stranger Things 4 Confirmed, Ticket Packs Released, & Event Extended!

KCSU — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 14:52:39 -0600

Tons of information released and confirmed; Stranger Things Season 4 will be making an appearance, ticket packs are now available for purchase, and HHN will be going past Halloween!

Third Speculation Map: Stranger Things, Dragons in Diagon Alley, and Phantom of the Opera

KCSU — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 09:08:08 -0600

In this episode, Kassey gives a run down of the third speculation map and a few leaks... so many different theories are rearing their heads.

June Reveals... The Last of Us is Coming to HHN!

KCSU — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 19:04:03 -0600

In this episode, Kassey updates us on Universal announcements for HHN, confirming some speculations and keeping some rumors spiraling.

Witches and Zombies and Demons, Oh My! Second Speculation Map

KCSU — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 18:56:50 -0600

In this episode, Kassey goes over the second speculation map dropped by Universal and the teaser trailer of Halloween Horror Nights.

Merch, Ticket Prices, and Tours: Universal is Buzzing

KCSU — Mon, 01 May 2023 10:50:20 -0600

In this episode, Kassey covers the newest information from Universal and what's starting to be available!

Chucky Confirmed! First Speculation Map Dropped

KCSU — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 18:00:00 -0700

Chucky, M3GAN, Insidious, The Last of Us and more themes of houses/scare floors enter the field of vision for Halloween Horror Nights fans. Kassey explores the first speculation map.

Speculations and Announcements for 2023 Halloween Horror Nights

KCSU — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:47:37 -0700

In this episode, Kassey shares her two cents on the recent announcements made by Universal, as well as speculations surrounding this year's HHN.

Episode 1: Kassy's 2022 Favs!

KCSU — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:55:30 -0600

Kassey Kulikowski sits down for her first episode of her podcast! She talks about the 2022 year of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal and counts down her favorite scare zones and houses.