The nation’s biggest Halloween event, Nights of Fright (NOF) at Sunway Lagoon is back for its 11th edition, promising bigger scares, darker themes, and unforgettable thrills. Running every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 26th September to 2nd November 2025, this year’s festival is headlined by the Puppetmaker, the latest icon of Malaysia’s largest and longest-running fright festival.
Eleven Years of Screams
Since its debut in 2013, Nights of Fright has terrified more than one million visitors, transforming from Malaysia’s first scale-Halloween event into a cultural phenomenon. With the most haunted attractions in Southeast Asia, it has become a must-visit destination for both local thrill-seekers and international visitors who now plan their travels around the event.
Ms. Michelle Soong, Assistant General Manager of Marketing and Business Development at Sunway Theme Parks, said, “Nights of Fright has grown into so much more than just a Halloween festival; it has become a stage where Malaysia’s culture meets global horror, creating experiences that are both unique and unforgettable. What makes us proud is knowing that the festival doesn’t just deliver thrills, it also drives tourism, nurtures local talent and strengthens Sunway City Kuala Lumpur’s position as one of Asia’s most exciting destinations”.
A Haunting Launch
The festival opened with theatrical flair as The Puppetmaker, joined by Hantutu, the tutu-clad hantu, and hantu icons Hantu Kum Kum and Poh Kong, arrived in a striking pink hearse. The launch featured a chilling ballerina performance, the ceremonial turning of the Puppetmaker’s Key and eerie pink fireworks lighting up the sky. Guests also witnessed the unveiling of the world’s first life-sized Blind Box haunted attraction, starring the terrifying yet oddly adorable Hantutu.
Mr. Lynton V Harris, Founder, Global Creative Director, and CEO of The Sudden Impact! Entertainment Company said, “From the very beginning, Nights of Fright was designed to be more than just jump scares – it’s about storytelling, atmosphere and creating worlds where folklore and imagination collide. Eleven years later, we have the most haunted attractions in S.E.Asia, and it’s amazing to see how this vision has grown into a festival that not only thrills audiences but also stands as the undisputed benchmark for live scare entertainment in the region.”
Haunted Houses, Scare Zones and More
NOF 11 invites visitors to step into The Puppetmaker’s twisted workshop, where marionettes come alive and nightmares hang by a string. This year’s line-up includes:
- 8 Haunted Houses: Karak-The Kampung Killers, Tiki Terror, The Puppetmaker, The Blind Box, Fortunes and Freaks, Horrorwood Studios, Legends of Horrors, and The Freezer 2: High Voltage.
- 1 Haunted Theatre: Scary Tales Theatre, featuring Malaysian star Nadia Brian as PontianAxe
- 3 Scare Zones: Hantu Hell, Pontianak X Pocong, and Horrorwood Boulevard: Slashers and Dolls
- 11 Thrill Rides and 3 Live Show stages to keep the adrenaline pumping
New Collaborations and experiences
Adding fresh twist, this year’s festival features unique pop-up collaborations including Libresse: Escape of Hantu Kum Kum (an immersive escape room-style experience), Poh Kong: Villain Hitting (a sinister reimagining of a cultural ritual) and Pop Mart (eerie-themed photo opportunities marking its first-ever theme part collaboration).
Guests can also enjoy spooky street food, themed merchandise, and carnival-like live shows throughout the park.
Ticketing Information
Tickets for Nights of Fright 11 are now available via the Sunway Super App, OTAs, and the official Sunway Lagoon website. Prices are:
RM128: One admission ticket+mystery flavored popcorn voucher
RM226: One admission ticket+ express pass+ mystery-flavoured popcorn voucher
A Legacy of Fear
Over the years, Nights of Fright has become more than an entertainment spectacle. It has contributed to Malaysia’s tourism economy by boosting demand for hotels, dining, and transport across Sunway City Kuala Lumpur, while creating hundreds of jobs for performers and creatives.
By blending Malaysian folklore with global horror culture, NOF continues to deliver scares that celebrate heritage while captivating international audiences. Now in its 11th year, the festival remains the undisputed benchmark for live scare entertainment in Southeast Asia.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your tickets and experience the scariest night with your friends and family!
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