Universal Studios Hollywood has announced its second Halloween Horror Nights house for 2023: Naughty Dog’s “The Last of Us.” As rumored, the house will be based on the video game, not the HBO series. The announcement video features a girl playing the game while video-chatting with two friends. As one of them is explaining a conspiracy … Read more
When you think of Universal Studios, there’s probably one single property you imagine more than any other — Jurassic Park! After all, the franchise is the only one of Universal’s properties to be represented at all five of their global destinations. So we thought it appropriate to take a closer look at each of these attractions … Read more
Apple has acquired the startup Mira, the development company responsible for the augmented reality headset currently in use at the Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge attraction in Universal Studios Hollywood and in Universal Studios Japan. Apple Acquires Mira, the Startup Responsible for the Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge Headsets Apple has acquired Mira, according to The Verge. … Read more
“Fast X” costumes are now on display in the lobby of Universal Cinema AMC in Universal CityWalk Hollywood to promote the new movie. Fast X at the Universal Cinema The exterior of the theater has been decorated for the film, too. “Fast X” was released in theaters on May 19. It’s the tenth outing for … Read more
We recently stopped into Universal Studios Hollywood to catch the Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle projection show. Come take a look, if you dare. Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle is running on select nights from March to August, from dusk to park close. You can catch it on the following … Read more
More than two years after its permanent closure, the former home of Starbucks at Universal CityWalk Hollywood has been encased in construction walls. Our latest visit to Universal CityWalk Hollywood revealed the former Starbucks finally behind walls. The outlet suddenly closed in April 2021, right before the nearby Universal Studios Hollywood reopened from its extended … Read more
A new display of Transformers has appeared in front of the cinema in CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood, to promote the upcoming “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” film. Two of the most famous Transformers are featured here: Bumblebee and Optimus Prime. Both are Autobots — the main protagonists of the franchise who are often at … Read more
The Mattel Legacy Sweepstakes is celebrating the 30th Anniversary of ‘Jurassic Park’ by giving you the chance to win a Universal Theme Park Vacation. Mattel Legacy Sweepstakes To celebrate the 30th Anniversary of ‘Jurassic Park,’ Mattel Legacy Sweepstakes is giving the chance to win a Universal Theme Park Vacation. The winner of the sweepstakes will … Read more
Life at USH recently shared an announcement on Instagram that in-person scareactor auditions are now open for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights event at Universal Studios Hollywood. Universal Seeking Scareactors All auditions will take place at the Sheraton Universal Hotel on May 31 and June 1. -Performers will be asked to do some improvisation and … Read more
LA Pride Night is returning for a 5th consecutive year to Universal Studios Hollywood on June 8, 2023. LA Pride Night at Universal Studios Hollywood LA Pride Night is an after-hours event that is returning to Universal Studios Hollywood for the 5th time in 2023. From the event website: Our epic after-hours party is back … Read more
This June, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood plan to throw an anniversary bash for one of Universal’s most beloved franchises: Jurassic Park. Here’s what we know so far. Jurassic Park Anniversary Celebration Theme park celebrations, as well as exclusive film and new 90s-inspired nostalgia products, will be hitting retail throughout the year to … Read more
Guests can now take home a souvenir mushroom soup bowl and a collectible plateware set from Toadstool Cafe in Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood. The bowl, cover, and question mark block box are now included with the purchase of tomato soup in a super mushroom bowl. The collectible plateware set is separate from … Read more
Comcast, the parent company of NBCUniversal, released their earnings report for quarter 1 of 2023, which ended on March 31. The earnings include a significant revenue increase for Universal theme parks. Comcast Q1 2023 Earnings “We delivered strong first quarter results as our team executed exceptionally well,” said Brian L. Roberts, Chairman and Chief Executive … Read more
Horror Night Nightmares shared a new speculation map for Halloween Horror Nights 2023 at Universal Studios Hollywood. The maps feature several different houses from the first speculation map we shared. Halloween Horror Nights 2023 Speculation Map The map lists an unknown show and three unknown scare zones, plus Death Eaters in The Wizarding World of … Read more
Following increases out in Orlando, Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Passes have increased in price. Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Pass Price Increase All but the California Neighbor Pass have increased in price. The California Neighbor Pass is still $189 at the gate or $179 online. Flex Pay is available for the three other Annual Pass tiers. … Read more
After a four-year hiatus, the Dark Arts nighttime show at Hogwarts Castle has returned to Universal Studios Hollywood for select nights throughout the spring and summer. The experience is included with regular park admission, running from dusk to park close. The Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle This is the first time the Dark Arts at … Read more