Author: Brian Glenn

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the return of its popular Grad Bash celebration, offering 2025 graduating students after-hours access to the theme park’s rides & attractions. Reservations can be made here for the following nights: May 14, 21 and 28 The Grad Bash events celebrate students’ academic achievements while providing memorable experiences as they transition to the next chapter in their lives. Additionally, a special Jr. Grad Bash program is available for graduating eighth-grade students, with dates offered on May 1 and May 8. There are various Grad Bash ticket options available, including Standard Package or Premium Package, which offer…

If you want to win a trip to next year’s Halloween Horror Nights, Xfinity has got you covered! Now through October 28th, Xfinity Rewards members can win a once-in-a-lifetime experience to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios. Xfinity is offering its rewards members through its customer appreciation program, Xfinity Rewards, the chance to win a trip to the popular Halloween event, along with $1 movie rentals through Xfinity, discounts at NBCUniversal Shop, pumpkin carving templates, Fandango tickets for the latest horror films, and more. There’s no cost to join the program. Guests can go to Xfinity.com/rewards or the Xfinity App…

Universal Orlando has announced that their new theme park, Epic Universe, will officially open on May 22, 2025! “This is such a pivotal moment for our destination, and we’re thrilled to welcome guests to Epic Universe next year,” said Karen Irwin, President and COO of Universal Orlando Resort. “With the addition of this spectacular new theme park, our guests will embark on an unforgettable vacation experience with a week’s worth of thrills that will be nothing short of epic! Our Universe will never be the same.” Epic Universe will feature five highly-themed lands, including Super Nintendo World, Dark Universe (inspired…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that Super Nintendo World will feature a special Yoshi egg hunt at the upcoming Fan Fest Nights, debuting in Spring 2025. Get ready to go on a special Yoshi egg-hunt in Super Nintendo World. Only at the all-new Universal Fan Fest Nights, on select nights April 25 – May 18, 2025. No other information was shared about what the experience will entail. Universal Fan Fest Nights will be an all-new, limited-time, after-hours event bringing the worlds of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming, and Anime to life with immersive experiences, celebratory moments, themed food, and exclusive merchandise. Star…

Universal Orlando has scheduled seasonal operations for Volcano Bay, their water theme park, beginning October 30, 2024. Volcano Bay will only be open 5 days a week, closing for 2 days. The following dates are the closed dates: October 30-31 November 4-5, 13-14, 18-19, 26-27 December 4-5, 9-10, 18-19, 23-24, 31 More dates may be added for 2025 for January and February. In addition, several of the water park’s attractions have been scheduled for refurbishment. Runamukka Reef: October 28 through 31, 2024 Taniwha Tubes: November 13 through 22, 2024 Honu ika Moana: December 2 through 12, 2024 Please keep in mind that…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from October 14, 2024, to October 20, 2024. Please consider donating to the following organizations to assist with the recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton in Florida: Direct Relief World Central Kitchen The Humane Society Volunteer Florida Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 33 continues this week! The event features 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, and one live show – as well as an insane offering of spooky-themed food & drink. The Universal Mega Movie Parade will begin to shift its start time due to the…

Due to the threat of Hurricane Milton, Universal Orlando has announced park closures and other operational changes for the next couple of days. On Wednesday, Oct. 9, Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Universal CityWalk will be open until 2 p.m. and will be closed on Thursday, Oct. 10. (*Note: Hours of operation are subject to change based on forecast alterations and some attraction and experience availability may be limited on Wednesday as we prepare for an early closure) Universal Volcano Bay will be closed Wednesday, Oct. 9 and Thursday, Oct. 10. Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood will be returning; starting Friday, November 29, 2024, and running daily through Monday, January 6, 2025 – expanding their festivities to include Super Nintendo World along with traditional favorites Grinchmas and Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. For the first time, Hollywood’s Super Nintendo World will welcome guests to celebrate the holidays in the Mushroom Kingdom alongside Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach and Toad. A tree adorned with a Super Star topper, festive wreath and two snowmen—one donning a red Mario hat and scarf and the other a…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from October 7, 2024, to October 13, 2024. Universal Orlando Universal Orlando is closely monitoring Hurricane Milton, expected to significantly impact Central Florida this week. Closures and operational changes are anticipated. Halloween Horror Nights 33 continues this week! The event features 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, and one live show – as well as an insane offering of spooky-themed food & drink. The Universal Mega Movie Parade will begin to shift its start time due to the start of Halloween Horror Nights. The parade will…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced two anime fandom favorites – One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen – will be featured at Universal Fan Fest Nights. In addition, the all-new event will kick off exclusively at Universal Studios Hollywood on Friday, April 25, 2025 and continue on select nights through Sunday, May 18, 2025. In addition to the recently announced news that the U.S.S. Enterprise-D from Star Trek: The Next Generation would be featured as part of Universal Fan Fest Nights, Universal Studios Hollywood has revealed that the actual bridge set piece featured in the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard will be a major component…