5 Totally Rad '80s Easter Eggs at Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights

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Banana clips and acid-washed jeans are making a seriously scary comeback this fall — along with some ’80s horror icons to terrorize your dreams.

This year’sHalloween Horror NightsatUniversal Orlando Resort, the biggest Halloween-themed event in the country, throws it back to the ’80s with dozens of pop culture references designed to invoke Gen-X nostalgia. (Thank you,Stranger Things!)

The annual event, which boasts 10 haunted houses this year and runs through November 3, also features more tongue-in-cheek humor than in years past — perfect for those who like their screams mixed with a few laughs. (Pro tip: Just don’t let them see you flinch.)

Check out these five totally tubular ’80s references:

1. Chucky’s Back!

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2. (Too) close encounters with ’80s vampires.

4. All ThingsStranger Things.

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The marquee draw at this year’s event is theStranger Thingshouse, which allows fans to step into the series and experience the Upside Down first-hand. There are many, many Demigorgon pop-outs, but again, it’s the non-monster scares that bring the deepest chills. (Two words: Bloody. Eyes.) Bonus: In a nod to Eleven, the park features a smorgasbord of waffle-themed treats around every corner. No tricks, just treats.

5. An awesome dance-off.

Technically the new Academy of Villains show is set in a dystopian future, but the punk vibe is distinctly 1985. (Think neon lights, heavy on the synthesizer.) It’s also a killer show.

Halloween Horror Nights runs on select nights through November 3 at Universal Orlando Resort. More information, including how to skip the lines on the terrifyingly memorable R.I.P. tour, ishere.

source: people.com