The Terrors of Howl-O-Scream | SeaWorld San Diego

As nightfall approaches, terror echoes through the air. Terrifying haunted houses await, brimming with unspeakable horrors, alongside sinister scare zones and adrenaline-pumping night rides on shadowy coasters.

With more screams per square foot of any Halloween event in San Diego, don’t miss this KILLER event. Stay tuned for shock and awe as we announce additional details throughout the summer. Follow @HowlOScreamSD for the latest updates and offers.

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ENHANCED SCARES:
Simon’s Slaughterhouse

Simon says “DIE!” This year, Simon’s Slaughterhouse includes BRAND NEW sensory effects that will have you screaming around every corner as you navigate through the bloody corridors, meat-hooked mortals, and screeching buzz saws of the meat processing plant to avoid the butcher’s blades.

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REIMAGINED TERROR:
Area 64: Alien Outbreak

The aliens are back and they’re out for REVENGE! This year’s Area 64: Alien Outbreak has been scaled up into a full scale invasion! Evade lethal security, mad scientists, and terrifying extraterrestrials who refuse to be contained!

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NEW HORRIFIC RESIDENTS:
Nightmare Experiment

The Doctor is IN, and you’ve been prescribed full-bodied TERROR. With all-new patients and a terrifying secret, you are the subject of an experimental project run amok. Find safety before The Doctor finds you.

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NEW PETRIFYING FINALE: Death Water Bayou

Escape the black, murky waters of your nightmares only to fall under the curse of the evil Swamp Witch.

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3D MAZE: Circus of the Damned

The carnival has been turned upside down, embracing the distorted and surreal like never before! Immerse yourself in terror and navigate lifelike 3D elements with special 3D glasses to escape an evil ringmaster seeking to restore his cursed Circus of the Damned to its former glory. Avoid his condemned crew and escape the big top before you’re forced to join them!

Scare Zones

All-New! Terrors of the Deep

The salty sea air is pierced by the stench of rotting fish as a distant bell tolls. Here, at the water’s edge, deadly sea beasts and eldritch horrors emerge from the depths to terrorize the poor fishermen who call the docks home.

All-New! Ripper Row

Haven’t you heard the news? The infamous murderer Jack The Ripper is terrorizing the streets of Ripper Row. Everyone is on edge, distrustful, and more than willing to accost strangers if it means staying alive.

All-New! Red Moon Revelry

A once quiet commune deep in the woods has been transformed into a bloodthirsty cabal of vampires, celebrating the arrival of the blood moon. It is time to feast on all those who are drawn in by the sounds of a party.

All-New! All Hallow's Harvest

Step into a blighted farmland where nothing can protect you from the cursed scarecrows intent on harvesting your body and soul to feed their dark desires. Be wary and watch your back.

Carnival of Chaos

If you survive Circus of the Damned, press your luck in the Carnival of Chaos. Beware the disgruntled carnies and sideshow clowns that haunt the midway, and specialty performers who’d kill to make it to the big time.

Deadly Toys

These aren’t like the dolls you grew up with. Playtime starts now, and it’s not over until they’ve had their fun.

Graveyard

There are evils that can’t stay buried forever. Some of this cemetery’s long-term guests are dying to meet you.

Live Entertainment

Opening SCAREmony

This completely reimagined stage show opens the event with a frightening master of ceremonies summoning nightmarish creatures and preparing guests for their night of screams, scares, and terror.

ALL-NEW! Monster Stomp

Witness the menace and mystery of Jack the Ripper in this modern rock and rhythm spectacular. With electric choreography, powerful live singing, and explosive percussions that are sure to get your heart pounding, this marquee performance is sure to be as legendary as Jack himself. Located at Nautilus Amphitheater.

Vile Vignettes

Fall of Atlantis vignette during SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream

All-New! Fall of Atlantis

Shunned for their pursuit of the arcane and mystical, a scholar stumbles upon a mysterious artifact at a dig site. This discovery promises to unlock the secrets of Atlantis and reveal why the ancient city fell to ruin.

All-New! Hunter’s Oath

A vampire hunter at the edge of the forest is gathering supporters to take on the mysterious Red Moon Revelers. Will you choose to join him in his battle against the gathering dark forces, or will you fall victim?

All-New! Songs of Old Halloween

Gather ‘round and hear the tales of Halloween long since forgotten to all but the darkest of shadows. But beware, nary a tale you hear ends well, and legend says that the stories themselves wish to be forgotten.

Misfortune

Want to know what the future has in store? Step into this fortune teller’s tent if you’re brave enough, but you may not like what you hear as she spins tales of woe and anguish.

Dark Magic

What could be more fitting than a sadistic magician within the Carnival of Chaos? Join the not so traditional magic show and explore Dark Magic all night long.

Call from Beyond

Be careful when you encounter this mad scientist conducting dangerous experiments. You might end up as his next test subject!

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Rides in the Dark

It wouldn’t be a SeaWorld visit without a ride or two, but it wouldn’t be Howl-O-Scream without a dose of nighttime terror. Brave the ALL-NEW Arctic Rescue, Electric Eel, or Emperor in the DARK!

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