Guests attending Universal Horror Unleashed at Area15 in Las Vegas were left frustrated after the haunted attraction closed ahead of schedule on Thursday night. While the attraction was advertised to close at 10 p.m., reports indicate that three out of the four houses inside the 110,000-square-foot, self-guided experience were shut down before 9:30 p.m., with some closing even earlier. This unexpected shutdown led to a growing line of disappointed visitors looking for answers.
Guests who arrived later in the evening were especially upset, as they had planned to experience all the houses.
The Premature Closures and Their Impact on Guests
Universal Horror Unleashed, which debuted in January 2023, has already attracted attention for its immersive horror experience at Las Vegas’ Area15 complex. Spanning a massive 110,000 square feet, the self-guided walk-through haunt is one of Universal Destinations & Experiences‘ major offerings, following the success of Halloween Horror Nights. However, the experience was disrupted Thursday night when several houses were closed prematurely, leaving guests with fewer scares than expected.
Fans expressed frustration over the early closures, which led many to question whether they would receive compensation. Universal Destinations & Experiences has yet to release a statement addressing the closures, and visitors are left wondering whether this will be a one-time occurrence or if future disruptions are possible.
Despite an advertised 10pm closing, 3 of 4 houses inside Horror Unleashed were closed before 9:30pm. Some were closed quite a bit before that, so there is now a line to complain. pic.twitter.com/1ceCl3qXxf
— Universal Parks News Today (@UniNewsToday) August 15, 2025
What’s Next for Universal Horror Unleashed?
While Universal Horror Unleashed continues to draw crowds, Thursday’s early shutdown raised concerns about the operational stability of the attraction. Fans are hoping for answers and assurances from Universal as they prepare for more nights of thrills, chills, and horror. As the Halloween season continues, many are eagerly awaiting clarification on what steps will be taken to avoid similar issues in the future. For now, guests are left hoping that the attraction will be fully operational moving forward, ensuring a complete experience for all visitors.
