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New Butterbeer Collectors Metal Stein Arrives at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood

December 17, 2022

Nothing is more delicious than enjoying a cold refreshing Butterbeer while roaming through Hogsmeade at Universal Studios Hollywood. Now guests can savor that experience by taking home something to remember it. This new Butterbeer Collectors Metal Stein can be purchased at several locations throughout the park. Butterbeer Collectors Metal Stein – $35.00 Butterbeer is a … Read more

Smokestack Towers Revealed at Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen at Universal CityWalk Hollywood

October 26, 2022

by Madison Skowronski

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With the opening timeline recently announced, Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen construction is picking up. Scrim is down around the towers, and off the front façade of the steampunk themed restaurant. The smokestacks have been revealed! They are mostly black metal with some gold details. We can see the gold metal accents at … Read more

Pass Member Exclusive Special Effects Show with Q&A Taking Place This Month at Universal Studios Hollywood

August 8, 2022

by Haley Dalton

Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Passholders are currently able to RSVP to a Special Effects Show to take place August 28 at 6:15 p.m. The show features special effects and stunts used in moviemaking. There will be a live question and answer panel following the show. We got to catch this show last month. You can … Read more

California On Pace to Drop Tier Restrictions and Capacity Limits by June 15, Disneyland May Open to Out-of-State Guests

May 12, 2021

by Justin Giglio

California Secretary of Health and Human Services Dr. Mark Ghaly stated Tuesday that the state is on pace to drop tier restrictions and capacity limits; including a near elimination of the state-wide mask mandate. California Governor Gavin Newsom stated in April that the state economy could completely reopen by June 15, provided that current health … Read more

REVIEW: Felonious Float, Savory Pork Ramen Bowl, and Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese from Minion Cafe at Universal Studios Hollywood

April 17, 2021

by Brooke Johnson

Me want Banana! The Minion Cafe, which previously opened with the Taste of Universal last month, is now serving up some delicious food after Universal Studios Hollywood opened to the public this week. We decided to try three things today: Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese, Pork Ramen Bowl, and Felonious Float! Felonious Float – $10.00 Raspberry … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Indominus Rex Roars into NEW Finale of Jurassic World – The Ride at Universal Studios Hollywood

April 9, 2021

by Justin Giglio

Universal Studios Hollywood in California is preparing for its official reopening on April 16th, and a new, fearsome audio-animatronic has arrived at the park. Originally intended for the 2019 opening of Jurassic World – The Ride, the Indominus Rex has finally been added. The ride was in technical rehearsal during “Taste of Universal” and we … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Ride the All-New “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” Dark Ride at Universal Studios Hollywood

April 9, 2021

by Katie Francis

When Universal Studios Hollywood reopens on April 16th after its yearlong COVID-19 closure, “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” will open to guests as well. The ride was in technical rehearsal during “Taste of Universal” and we were able to catch a ride. Watch the full ride here: Team Members are out front … Read more

Secretary of California Health & Human Services Speaks About Theme Parks Reopening “Soon”

September 29, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

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Dr. Mark Ghaly, Secretary of California Health and Human Services, spoke about theme parks reopening in a livestream earlier today. In response to a reporter’s question, Secretary Ghaly said that theme parks will, “Not [open] quite yet, but we’re getting very close.” In regards to theme parks’ reopening guidelines, he said, “We’re working hard to … Read more

PHOTOS: New Marquee Keychain and Pin Arrive at Universal Studios Hollywood

August 9, 2020

by Shannen Michaelsen

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Recently, we told you about a new line of Universal Studios Hollywood merchandise based around the neon marquee design. Now, there are two new additions to this line in the form of a pin and a keychain. Universal Studios Hollywood Keychain – $8.00 This marquee design features classic Universal attractions, such as King Kong Encounter, … Read more