For U.S. players · Updated October 21, 2026 · By Shivam Das
Thursday, October 22 is shaping up to be a crowded day for Roblox horror fans: DOORS has listed its Halloween event, The Candy Vault, for October 22, while Roblox’s official announcement says the platform-wide The Hollow begins at 2 p.m. Pacific Time, with Roblox Plus subscribers able to enter its hub at noon PT. That timing makes this a real scheduling decision—not proof that the two events share quests or rewards.
Quick answer: If you want to experience both, start with DOORS if its event is available when you log in, then switch to The Hollow around the official access window. But do not assume progress transfers between them. Treat them as separate experiences unless Roblox or LSPLASH explicitly announces a shared reward or quest.
Important timing note: The DOORS Roblox listing currently displays The Candy Vault for October 22 at 6:00 p.m. UTC (11:00 a.m. Pacific / 2:00 p.m. Eastern). Roblox says The Hollow opens to Plus subscribers at noon PT and to everyone else at 2 p.m. PT. Check both live listings on launch day in case either schedule changes.
What is confirmed—and what is not?
The strongest source for The Candy Vault is the official DOORS experience page on Roblox, where LSPLASH lists “THE CANDY VAULT” with the invitation “YOU’RE INVITED!” for October 22. The listing establishes that a DOORS event is scheduled; it does not yet give players a full step-by-step guide, confirmed item catalogue, or every reward requirement.
Separately, Roblox’s official announcement for The Hollow describes a platform-wide Halloween survival event with nine monsters over nine nights. It says Plus subscribers can enter the hub early at noon PT, the general event begins at 2 p.m. PT on October 22, and the live finale is planned for October 31. The announcement does not mean every game running a Halloween update automatically shares The Hollow’s progression.
U.S. launch-day timing: how the windows line up
| Event or access window | Thursday, Oct. 22 (U.S. time) | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| DOORS: The Candy Vault | 11 a.m. PT / 2 p.m. ET, based on the listed 6 p.m. UTC schedule | Open the official DOORS page and check the in-game event prompt. |
| The Hollow early access for Plus | Noon PT / 3 p.m. ET | If subscribed, enter the hub and inspect its actual tasks and rules. |
| The Hollow general opening | 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET | Join through Roblox’s official event entry and confirm the live quest list. |
These windows overlap in the same afternoon, but not at the exact same listed time. For players on the East Coast, the DOORS listing points to 2 p.m. ET, while The Hollow’s general opening is 5 p.m. ET. West Coast players have a similar three-hour gap between the listed DOORS start and The Hollow’s general opening. Since event pages can display local time differently and developers can change schedules, use the live Roblox pages as the final check.
Should you split your time or pick one?
Choose DOORS first if you enjoy learning a new horror update
The Candy Vault is the more straightforward first stop if you already play DOORS and want to see what LSPLASH has added. Go in with a simple goal: enter through the official game page, read the in-game instructions, and record any event tasks or time-limited rewards you actually see. Do not spend launch hour following unverified videos that promise secret doors, codes, or guaranteed rare items before the update is live.
Choose The Hollow first if you want the platform-wide event
If your priority is the shared Roblox event, save your attention for The Hollow’s opening window. Roblox says its hub features a different monster each day across nine nights, with quests and exclusive UGC rewards. At launch, check the event’s own objectives first; then decide whether to enter a participating experience or stay in the hub. Don’t assume a DOORS task counts toward The Hollow unless the hub explicitly tells you it does.
Try both if you have a planned stopping point
A practical schedule is to spend 30–60 minutes in DOORS after its listed start, take a short break, and then enter The Hollow at the relevant access time. That is a planning suggestion, not a promise that either event can be completed in an hour. If DOORS’ event has a queue or a delayed update, set a firm cutoff so you do not miss the Hollow opening you care about.
Five-minute checklist before you join
- Bookmark the official DOORS page and recheck the Candy Vault time.
- Open Roblox’s official The Hollow announcement for its access windows and event overview.
- Update Roblox before the rush and allow time for a server hop if the experience does not refresh.
- Read the reward conditions in-game before grinding. Take note of any deadline, currency, or purchase requirement.
- Never enter your password, verification code, or session cookie on a third-party “free reward” site.
What rewards should players expect?
At the time of writing, the public DOORS listing names The Candy Vault but does not provide a complete reward list or detailed unlock instructions. Past DOORS seasonal updates included Halloween-themed content, but that history is not proof that a specific old candy, badge, modifier, or cosmetic will return in 2026. Wait for the in-game event menu or a direct LSPLASH announcement before relying on an item list.
The Hollow is a separate case: Roblox’s announcement describes exclusive UGC and event rewards earned through quests. That still does not establish that The Candy Vault gives Hollow rewards, or that Hollow progress unlocks DOORS items. Look for an explicit shared quest or official cross-promotion before investing time on that assumption.
Bottom line: keep the two events separate until the game says otherwise
For most U.S. players, there is a reasonable way to sample both: check DOORS at its listed start, then move to The Hollow’s Plus or general access window. If you only have time for one, choose based on what you actually want—DOORS’ own Halloween update or Roblox’s wider survival event. The most useful launch-day guide is the one that distinguishes confirmed schedules from guesses and tells you to verify reward requirements in the live game.
Sources to check: DOORS on Roblox (LSPLASH) · Roblox Newsroom: The Hollow · The Click’s Candy Vault timing explainer.
Frequently asked questions
When does DOORS The Candy Vault open?
The official DOORS listing shows October 22, 2026, at 6 p.m. UTC, equivalent to 11 a.m. Pacific and 2 p.m. Eastern. Recheck the live listing for changes or local-time display differences.
When does The Hollow open to everyone?
Roblox’s official announcement says the general event begins at 2 p.m. Pacific on October 22, 2026. Roblox Plus subscribers are listed for early hub access at noon PT.
Is DOORS officially part of The Hollow?
The two events are scheduled for the same date, and DOORS has its own Candy Vault listing. That timing alone does not prove a shared quest or reward. Use Roblox’s event hub and direct developer announcements for confirmation.
Can I earn Hollow rewards by playing Candy Vault?
No shared reward path was verified in the public event information reviewed for this article. Only count progress when The Hollow hub or an official developer instruction explicitly says the task qualifies.
What if one event is delayed?
Refresh the official game page, check for a developer update, and try joining a fresh server. Avoid unofficial reward links and do not assume a delay unless the live listing or developer confirms it.
Related Roblox guide: The Hollow first 10 minutes checklist.
Launch-day update: what Roblox has now confirmed
Updated October 22, 2026: Roblox's official October 21 announcement now confirms that DOORS' Seek is one of the nine monsters appearing in The Hollow. That means DOORS is represented in the shared event, while The Candy Vault remains a separately listed event on the DOORS experience page. The official announcements do not say that Candy Vault quests or rewards automatically transfer into The Hollow, so players should track the two experiences separately unless the in-game instructions explicitly connect them.
Roblox says The Hollow's public hub opens at 2 p.m. Pacific on October 22, with active Roblox Plus subscribers able to enter at noon Pacific. A different monster appears each day for nine days; the live finale is planned for October 31, and reward collection continues until noon Pacific on November 2. The official DOORS listing separately displays The Candy Vault and currently provides only limited event details, so check the live page for changes.
Official event posts and live listings
Use the official Roblox announcement for The Hollow's confirmed schedule and participating monsters, and the official DOORS page for Candy Vault details. These are primary sources; fan-made guides and social posts should be treated as secondary context.
Open the official DOORS experience and check The Candy Vault event listing.
Update note: This section adds the October 21 official confirmation. Event schedules and instructions may change; verify the live in-game listings before planning a session.
