Universal Studios to revive iconic Ozzy Osbourne ‘Prince of Darkness’ haunted house this fall

Universal Studios to revive iconic Ozzy Osbourne ‘Prince of Darkness’ haunted house this fall

The “Prince of Darkness” has come back — to haunt theme park guests.

Famed musician Ozzy Osbourne, who died in 2025, is getting his own Halloween Horror Nights haunted house at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, Universal announced Wednesday.

The announcement comes days after the first anniversary of the rocker’s death at 76. His family approved of the house and said the company did “an incredible job” and it served as a “wonderful tribute.”

Ozzy Osbourne is getting his own Halloween Horror Nights haunted house at Universal Studios Hollywood and Orlando. Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

“Ozzy never stopped pushing boundaries, and he loved anything that gave fans a new way to experience his music and the worlds he created,” his widow Sharon and son Jack Osbourne said in a statement.

“Halloween Horror Nights has done an incredible job bringing that spirit to life. Walking through these haunted houses, you’ll recognize so many moments inspired by his music and imagination.

There will be two differing Ozzy-themed haunted houses between the Hollywood and Orlando resorts.

“It’s a wonderful tribute to Ozzy, and we hope fans have as much fun experiencing it as he would have had seeing it come together,” they added.

Osbourne and his band Black Sabbath previously approved of a house at Universal Hollywood in 2013 called “Black Sabbath: 13-3D.”

“Ozzy Osbourne didn’t just help define heavy metal—he created a cultural phenomenon that has influenced generations of music, art and horror,” said John Murdy, executive producer of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Osbourne and Black Sabbath previously approved of a house at Universal Hollywood in 2013, “Black Sabbath: 13-3D.” Getty Images

“We previously had the privilege of collaborating with Ozzy, and this new haunted house is an opportunity to honor his extraordinary solo career. Inspired by all 13 of his albums, guests will journey through the dark, surreal worlds that fueled his music and cemented his legacy as the one and only Prince of Darkness,” Murdy added.

There will be two differing houses between the Hollywood and Orlando resorts. In California, guests will be transported to where it all began, in Birmingham, England, home to John Michael “Ozzy” Osbourne.

The house will start with his “Crazy Train” song until moving through the decades of his career “from Madman Ozzy and Werewolf Ozzy to the Prince of Darkness.”

Universal reps said it was an honor to collaborate with Osbourne’s family, L–R: Kelly, Ozzy, Sharon and Jack Osbourne. WireImage

The Orlando Resort will see guests riding the “Crazy Train” for “a twisted ride into a realm inspired by the covers of his fan-favorite albums, “Diary of a Madman,” “Bark at the Moon,” “The Ultimate Sin” and “Black Rain.”

“This fantastical world draws from the heavier sound and sinister imagery that defined the later years of Ozzy’s career, transforming that creative evolution into a horrific journey through his unmistakably twisted imagination,” the release says.

Universal reps said it was an honor to collaborate with Osbourne’s family.

Jack Black and Ozzy Osbourne during the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony in Cleveland, Ohio. Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
The announcement comes days after the first anniversary of the rocker’s death at age 76. Getty Images

“We are honored to collaborate with the Osbourne family to create a unique haunted house that celebrates the legacy of Ozzy Osbourne,” said Mike Aiello, senior director of entertainment creative development at Universal Orlando Resort, in a statement. 

“It was important for us to create an authentic experience that brings Ozzy’s creativity and personality to life in an eerily immersive new way.

“Fans will discover so many meaningful details, including a few Easter Eggs, as they navigate memorable dark and twisted moments inspired by his iconic musical career,” he added.

The attraction will open alongside several other houses at Universal Hollywood on Sept. 3 and Aug. 28 for Universal Orlando.

The movie “Sinners,” plus the Stranger Things, Hellraiser and Evil Dead franchises already have announced houses set to open at Hollywood.


Download The California Post App, follow us on social, and subscribe to our newsletters

California Post News: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, WhatsApp, LinkedIn
California Post Sports Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X
California Post Opinion
California Post Newsletters: Sign up here!
California Post App: Download here!
Home delivery: Sign up here!
Page Six Hollywood: Sign up here!


Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *