Quick answer: Roblox’s teaser points to Thursday, October 22, 2026 for The Hollow. Some gaming coverage reports an 11:00 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) launch, but that exact hour is not stated in the teaser itself. Treat 11 a.m. PDT as a reported time—not a guaranteed server-opening time—until Roblox confirms a schedule or its live event page shows a countdown.
For U.S. players, the date is the strongest planning signal; the hour could still change. This guide separates the announced date from the reported time, converts that time across U.S. time zones, and gives you a practical launch-day checklist.
The Hollow countdown: what is confirmed?
Roblox posted a short teaser on October 10 with the line “you’ve met them before. but not like this.” and the date “10.22.26.” In U.S. date format, that means October 22, 2026. The teaser identifies the event and date, but does not show a playable hub, quest instructions, reward requirements, or a precise launch clock.
As of October 17, October 22 is five calendar days away. Because the official teaser does not establish an exact hour, a minute-by-minute countdown would create false precision. Check Roblox’s official channels and the live event entry close to launch rather than relying on an unofficial timer.
Official social post: Roblox’s original teaser is available on Instagram. The post is embedded below so readers can check the announcement directly.
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What time is 11 a.m. PDT for U.S. players?
If Roblox does open The Hollow at the reported 11 a.m. PDT time on October 22, these are the corresponding local times. The conversions are useful for planning, but the launch hour remains unconfirmed by the teaser.
| U.S. time zone | Reported local time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii (HST) | 8:00 a.m. | Thursday, October 22 |
| Alaska (AKDT) | 10:00 a.m. | Thursday, October 22 |
| Pacific (PDT) | 11:00 a.m. | Thursday, October 22 |
| Mountain (MDT) | 12:00 p.m. (noon) | Thursday, October 22 |
| Central (CDT) | 1:00 p.m. | Thursday, October 22 |
| Eastern (EDT) | 2:00 p.m. | Thursday, October 22 |
Most of the continental United States is still observing daylight saving time on October 22, 2026. If Roblox announces a different time or time zone, follow that official notice and recalculate before logging in.
Will DOORS, Piggy, The Mimic, or other games be included?
Players are sharing lists of possible participating experiences, including popular horror games. But a teaser silhouette or community post is not the same as formal confirmation from Roblox or a game developer. Until the official event page or a developer announcement names a game, treat lineup lists as unconfirmed.
Do not assume a game is participating just because its own Halloween update launches around the same date. We will distinguish official participation announcements from speculation as stronger evidence appears.
What should players do before launch day?
- Bookmark official Roblox sources. Check Roblox’s website, official social accounts, and the live event page for the final schedule.
- Update Roblox. Install app or platform updates before the reported opening window.
- Check account access. Make sure you can sign in and that your settings allow access to the experiences you intend to play.
- Avoid “free Robux” links. An event announcement should not require your password, browser cookies, or two-step verification codes on a third-party site.
- Keep the time flexible. The 11 a.m. PDT time is reported by gaming coverage, but it should not be treated as official until Roblox confirms it.
How The Hollow may compare with earlier Roblox events
Earlier Roblox platform events encouraged players to visit multiple experiences, complete challenges, and unlock avatar items. The 2025 Halloween Spotlight used a haunted forest, gateways, runes, and keys. That history offers context, but it does not prove The Hollow will use the same currency, quest structure, rewards, or access rules.
Roblox’s September 2026 event, The Hunt: Roblox 20, is another reference for how a multi-experience event can be organized. Past formats are context, not a promise about The Hollow’s mechanics.
Where to get reliable updates
Use Roblox’s own channels first and compare them with reliable gaming coverage. Our The Hollow date and event overview tracks the main announcement, while our guide to The Hollow versus individual Halloween events can help you plan what to play while waiting for official details.
For historical event details referenced here, see Roblox’s official Halloween Spotlight announcement and The Takeover announcement. These pages document earlier events; they do not confirm The Hollow’s exact start time.
Frequently asked questions
When does Roblox The Hollow start?
The date shown in Roblox’s teaser is Thursday, October 22, 2026. Treat the exact start time as unconfirmed until Roblox publishes a clear schedule.
Is 11 a.m. PDT the confirmed start time?
No. Some gaming coverage reports 11 a.m. PDT, but the teaser itself does not establish the hour. Check Roblox’s official channels or live event page before relying on it.
What time would 11 a.m. PDT be on the East Coast?
If the reported time is correct, it would be 2 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
Has Roblox confirmed the participating games and rewards?
The teaser does not provide a complete game list, quest instructions, or reward catalog. Treat circulating lists as unconfirmed unless Roblox or the relevant developer announces participation directly.
Is The Hollow the same as Halloween Spotlight?
No. Halloween Spotlight was Roblox’s 2025 platform event. The Hollow is the event announced for October 2026; the older event is useful context, but its mechanics should not be assumed to return.
Bottom line: Plan around October 22, but keep the launch hour flexible. The most useful countdown is one grounded in an official timestamp—not a repeated rumor.
