CHARLOTTE, N.C. – August 17, 2026 – SCarowinds is adding eight new terrifying experiences this year. Now with a total of 17 haunted attractions, the Carolinas’ largest Halloween event is bigger than ever, with one of the most robust attraction offerings in SCarowinds’ 26-year history.

Headlining this season’s new attractions, SCarowinds will debut Jason: Blood Reign, featuring one of horror’s most iconic villains, Jason Voorhees. This is the second SCarowinds attraction to feature a blockbuster horror movie franchise, following last season’s addition of The Conjuring: Beyond Fear that will return this season. 

“As SCarowinds continues to evolve, our team is always finding new ways to elevate the fear and adrenaline that have made this event so popular,” said Matt Riggle, entertainment manager. “With the addition of eight new experiences, this is one of our most ambitious seasons yet. From the addition of Jason: Blood Reign to new scare zones, entertainment and immersive experiences throughout the park, guests will discover fresh scares around every corner and leave with lasting memories and haunting nightmares.”

SCarowinds will be on select nights from Sept. 11 through Nov. 1. Fall tickets are now on sale. 

What’s New at SCarowinds

Jason: Blood Reign is SCarowinds newest haunted maze and it one of the most elaborate and immersive attractions to debut. Brave guests should ignore every warning and step into the dark woods surrounding the legendary summer camp as they retrace the blood-soaked events that made Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th the most feared slasher ever. 
 
With more new experiences than ever before, the SCarowinds 2026 lineup will feature a total of six haunted mazes, five scare zones, six live shows and the park's collection of thrill rides. The eight new experiences include:

• Jason: Blood Reign (Haunted Maze)
• Carnevil (Scare Zone) 
• Lost Souls (Scare Zone) 
• Restricted (Scare Zone) 
• The Resurgence (Opening Show) 
• Blade Drummers (Show) 
• Sinister Slide Squad (Show) 
• Incantations with the Enchantress (Show) 

Admission to SCarowinds includes all rides, live shows, scare zones, street entertainment and daytime events like Tricks Treats and Oktoberfest. Guests will need to purchase a Haunted Attraction Pass for entry into haunted mazes. The Conjuring: Beyond Fear is a SCREAMium attraction and requires a reservation and is not included with park admission or a Haunted Attraction Pass. Reservations can be made at scarowinds.com/conjuring.
 
The park is currently hiring for the fall season, with a variety of openings throughout the park, including scare actors, makeup artists, ride operators and more. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit Carowinds.jobs to apply.  
 
Unlimited Visits at the Lowest Price - 2027 Season Passes Now On Sale
Carowinds is currently offering its lowest price on 2027 Season Passes this year and next, including regional access to multiple parks like Six Flags Over Georgia and Kings Dominion with just one pass. 2027 Passholders gain free access to 2026 Halloween and winter holiday events, plus the entire 2027 season for the debut of Carowinds’ new record-breaking super flume, Rip Roarin’ Falls. Additional benefits include:

• Free parking 
• All renewing season passholders and new members will receive one bonus 2026 bring-a-friend-for-free ticket
• Prestige season passholders and new Prestige members will receive a $20 in-park credit 

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 Guests must purchase by Sept. 7, 2026, to receive these offers. 
 
For more information on 2027 Season Passes or to plan your visit to SCarowinds, please visit carowinds.com. 
 
About Carowinds
Carowinds, a 400-acre amusement park located on the North Carolina-South Carolina state line, is home to top-rated roller coasters, including Fury 325, the world's tallest and fastest giga coaster, as well as more than 58 rides, attractions and live stage shows. Carolina Harbor, a 26-acre water park, features a variety of water slides, wave pools, large play structures and a three-acre children’s play area. Carowinds Camp Wilderness and SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Carowinds are guest accommodations located on-site. 
About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
We are North America’s largest regional amusement-resort enterprise. The Company operates a premier portfolio of 20 amusement parks, 14 water parks, and nine resort properties across 13 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico, as well as an amusement park in Saudi Arabia. Focused on its purpose of creating FUN, thrills, and a lifetime of memories, Six Flags provides immersive entertainment to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, and thrilling water parks powered by beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics®, and PEANUTS®.
ABOUT HORROR, INC.
Horror, Inc., the creators of the FRIDAY THE 13TH franchise, launched the Jason Universe in 2024 to usher in an era of expansion. Under the decades-long leadership of the Barsamian family, Horror, Inc. is currently developing a slate of new projects including the upcoming A24 prequel series “Crystal Lake” set to premiere on Peacock and Sky. “Friday the 13th” premiered in theaters May 9, 1980, and went on to spawn 11 additional films, along with a television series, video games, comic books, collectibles, apparel and more over the next four decades. As Jason became a household name, the franchise evolved into one of the most prolific and successful horror franchises of all time. For the latest news and information on upcoming launches, follow @JasonUniverse13 on social media and visit JasonUniverse.com.
     
ABOUT JASON UNIVERSE
Jason Universe, owned by Horror, Inc., kicks off an era of expansion for the FRIDAY THE 13TH franchise to give fans new entertainment, gaming, immersive experiences, merchandise and more for years to come.  In celebration of the 45th anniversary, Jason Universe partnered with Universal Halloween Horror Nights, Call of Duty, Fortnite, San Diego Comic-Con, Mike P. Nelson, Greg Nicotero, Harry Manfredini and many more throughout 2025 to surprise fans with terrifying and thrilling new experiences. Upcoming projects announced to date include A24’s prequel series “Crystal Lake” premiering on Peacock and Sky.  For the latest news and information on upcoming launches, follow @JasonUniverse13 on social media.