Halloween haunts at theme parks have become all the rage with elaborate and scary mazes, costumed wackos chasing guests down midways, monster-loving shows, and re-themed rides. Florida parks have some of the best fall events. Here is what the parks have in store for the 2012 witching season.


Halloween Horror Nights 22



  • Location: Universal Orlando.

  • 2011 dates: Sept. 21, 22, 27 to 30; Oct. 4 to 7, 11 to 14, 17 to 21, 24 to 28, and 31

  • More info: Halloween Horror Nights 2012 at Universal Studios Florida


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