Halloween Horror Nights 33 (UOR) - News & Information

[Brian G.]

Disney put all of their smoking areas outside the park, and rarely is it an issue there. Disney actually has a strict enforcement policy.

Perhaps a better phrasing would be, there is a notible portion of non-smokers who engage in the occasional cigeratte/juul/vape in social enviroments where alcohol is present, i.e. concerts, bars, parties etc

I'm sure this isnt a thread for a full conversation, but I fully believe the discussion needs to go from complaining (not pointing fingers at anyone specifically) to the discussion of realistic solutions.

As a former smoker, I can tell you that when Universal had loads more options for smoking areas - people still smoked outside them. It's not due to the lack of options, it's simply because they don't care.

I have seen Universal crack down on those offenders, but it could be better - especially with vapes. The problem is vapes are so easy just to pull out and take a hit, and they don't smell noticeably awful.

(and as an aside, as a former smoker, I've been smoke-free for almost 7-8 years now, and have never picked up another cigarette or vape during social outings.)

 

[UniversalRBLX]

As a former smoker, I can tell you that when Universal had loads more options for smoking areas - people still smoked outside them. It's not due to the lack of options, it's simply because they don't care.

I have seen Universal crack down on those offenders, but it could be better - especially with vapes. The problem is vapes are so easy just to pull out and take a hit, and they don't smell noticeably awful.

Not saying removing all smoking areas will magically solve the issue, but strict enforcement is necessary. Pushing the smoking outside would at least let people know that smoking isn't allowed in the park entirely.

For starters, they need to relocate smoking from Gramercy Park. Such a nice location to relax in as they actually have park benches there, but unfortunately taken away by the smoking.

They also just need to enforce the rules, TMs tend to just ignore.

 

[Jake S]

They also just need to enforce the rules, TMs tend to just ignore.

I agree, but I'd love to see the parade of security guards and cops step in rather than leave it up to rank-and-file employees. It was intimidating to tell someone to put out their smoke at Disneyland — and that was in broad daylight with a completely different crowd makeup. I would not want to be the teenager to confront someone vaping in a line at Horror Nights.

 

[Midnight Detective]

(and as an aside, as a former smoker, I've been smoke-free for almost 7-8 years now, and have never picked up another cigarette or vape during social outings.)

I know you weren't asking for congratulations, but seriously, congratulations!

They also just need to enforce the rules, TMs tend to just ignore

I don't necessarily think it's fair to put the blame on TMs.

I would not want to be the teenager to confront someone vaping in a line at Horror Nights.

This is why I'm pro designated smoking areas. A TM saying "Hey, there's actually a smoking area right over there" addresses the issue without direct confrontation.

 

[UniversalRBLX]

I agree, but I'd love to see the parade of security guards and cops step in rather than leave it up to rank-and-file employees. It was intimidating to tell someone to put out their smoke at Disneyland — and that was in broad daylight with a completely different crowd makeup. I would not want to be the teenager to confront someone vaping in a line at Horror Nights.

I don't necessarily think it's fair to put the blame on TMs.

This is why I'm pro designated smoking areas. A TM saying "Hey, there's actually a smoking area right over there" addresses the issue without direct confrontation.

Trust me, I don't blame TMs whatsoever, they have to unfortunately take the hit rather than management. TMs don't intervene as much because they know management won't do anything.

Security is too busy worrying about bringing in containers with water versus a vape pen lol

 

[Michael S]

Not saying removing all smoking areas will magically solve the issue, but strict enforcement is necessary. Pushing the smoking outside would at least let people know that smoking isn't allowed in the park entirely.

It’s not allowed in the park at all, over here in Hollywood and people will still light up a smoke or vape around the park.

 

[rhino4evr]

Anyone know if the park is supposed to close tomorrow due to the hurricane ? I have tickets for Wednesday night …

 

[Frank Drackman]

Anyone know if the park is supposed to close tomorrow due to the hurricane ? I have tickets for Wednesday night …

based on current track, I would say WED is ok but could be wet.....currently the weather could get strong gust and bad weather around 2ish (so maybe close early for safteys sake, don't really know 100% on anything.


I will say many countys have cancelled school on THR which could add to WED crowds --- also, be aware traffic could be real real bad on some highways were folks are leaving town -- say Tampa folks going to Orlando to ride it out....

EDIT, 2 AM up there

 

[Lucky Planet]

Anyone know if the park is supposed to close tomorrow due to the hurricane ? I have tickets for Wednesday night …

based on current track, I would say WED is ok but could be wet.....currently the weather could get strong gust and bad weather around 2ish (so maybe close early for safteys sake, don't really know 100% on anything.


I will say many countys have cancelled school on THR which could add to WED crowds --- also, be aware traffic could be real real bad on some highways were folks are leaving town -- say Tampa folks going to Orlando to ride it out....

EDIT, 2 AM up there

it depends it might end up being pretty empty if it's open. low lines

 

[Wesker69]

They should play this outside the arches

 

[Speed]

I don’t get why these are still week 4 - week 5 additions

 

[Lucky Planet]

I don’t get why these are still week 4 - week 5 additions

I never understood either, I don't know if it's a way to create more hype down the line or because the lines get slower and longer down the line?

 

[saint.piss]

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[Grabnar]

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This is the right move, conditions have the potential to degrade really quickly this evening and it's unethical and immoral to send your employees home in that. Better to cut losses for today and play it safe.

 

[saint.piss]

 

[srbmarc]

The right call to cancel, but they should really extend that window to honor tickets. I understand we're getting into October, but that's gonna make this weekend's crowds about 30-40% larger. Though it helps this is the first weekend without ROF so we shall see.

 

[Lucky Planet]

The right call to cancel, but they should really extend that window to honor tickets. I understand we're getting into October, but that's gonna make this weekend's crowds about 30-40% larger. Though it helps this is the first weekend without ROF so we shall see.

yeah I never understood why it can have a longer period to honor the tickets. unless it's too complicated

 

[Wesker69]

The right call to cancel, but they should really extend that window to honor tickets.

It should be extended to the final night of the event.

 

[Tbad556]

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Mikey's a good guy, but what a silly tweet. It's the literal calm before the storm right now. It's sunny on the West Coast of the state & in Tally right now as well, but that doesn't change what's about to come. We're still forecasted tropical storm force winds later tonight. Running the event would be a ridiculous choice.

 

[Drummanmatt]

Wonder if they’ll do another night to make up for this as in prior years? Selfishly hoping it lands whilst I’m visiting over the next 2 weeks, but if not then fair enough.

Hope everyone in affected areas are keeping safe and hopefully doesn’t cause too much trouble!