According to the Universal Studios Hollywood official Twitter account, Universal Holidays was just extended for another week. Universal Holidays starts on November 26 and is now running until January 9. We now have an additional week to see Universal Studios Hollywood adorned with holiday decorations, holiday-themed food, characters, photo opportunities, exclusive merchandise, and more. For … Read more
Universal theme parks around the world have won multiple Thea Awards from the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) and a Brass Ring Award from the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA), as announced at the IAAPA Expo. Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan will be awarded the Thea Award for Theme Park Land. … Read more
Tom Williams is retiring from his role as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Universal Parks and Resorts effective March 16, 2022. Mark Woodbury, the current Vice Chairman of Universal Parks and Resorts and President of Universal Creative, will be stepping up into the CEO position. The photo above shows Tom Williams, second from the … Read more
In a strange social media move, the Disneyland Twitter account seems to have made an out-of-character dig at neighboring theme park Universal Studios Hollywood. In a quote Tweet response to a headline from the O.C. Register comparing the price per attraction at the two venues, Disneyland said, “We are thrilled to continue our phased reopening … Read more
This winter, holiday celebrations are returning to Universal Studios Hollywood, including Grinchmas, The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle, and more. Christmas in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts™ Castle Experience a holiday spectacle with dazzling lights and music cast against the majestic backdrop of Hogwarts™ castle. Holiday Frog … Read more
In compliance with Los Angeles County mandates, Universal Studios Hollywood will be requiring all guests 12 and older to show proof that they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or a negative test taken from the previous 72 hours in order to enter the park. This goes into effect starting October 7. Guests under 12 … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood has updated their mask requirements to state that masks are once again required at all times in the theme park, including outdoors, regardless of vaccination status. Universal Studios Hollywood had previously lifted the mask requirement entirely before requiring them indoors again as of July 18. At Universal CityWalk, masks are only required … Read more
In Los Angeles County, California, a new policy will require all attendees and employees at “mega events” (defined as events with more than 10,000 people) to have proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or a negative test. According to LA-based reporter Claudia Peschiutta, the Director of Public Health Barbara Ferrer said, “[Theme parks] will be … Read more
It’s been a few months since we checked in on construction of Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood. Though construction has been ongoing for a while now, there is no opening timeframe announced for the new land. The green hills of Super Nintendo World are the most obvious part of the land. But a … Read more
If you’ve been dreaming of seeing Halloween Horror Nights in person, Spirit Halloween wants to help make your nightmare come true. The company is offering a sweepstakes for a trip for two to the event at the winner’s choice of either Universal Studios Florida or Universal Studios Hollywood for 2021 or 2022. In addition to … Read more
The full list of haunted mazes and scare zones have been announced for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, as well as the return of Jabbawockeez dance group. Haunted Mazes Netflix’s The Haunting of Hill House: Step right into Netflix’s supernatural masterpiece, The Haunting of Hill House. The nerve-fraying tension builds as the long-dead … Read more
The creative minds behind Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood hosted a panel today at Midsummer Scream’s “Awaken the Spirits,” where they revealed two new experiences coming for Halloween Horror Nights. The first is a new scare zone called Universal Monsters Silver Scream Queenz. The scare zone will feature “Queenz” like Acnk-Su-Namun from “The … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood is celebrating its Annual Passholders from August 17 through September 30 this year. Just like at Universal Orlando Resort, these appreciation days include exclusive merchandise, discounts, and more for Passholders to enjoy. Check out some of these exciting opportunities below. Limited Edition “The Secret Life of Pets” Bobblehead Get your free exclusive, limited-edition Max … Read more
In an email this afternoon, Universal Parks and Resorts Executive Vice President John Sprouls notified all Team Members that they will soon be required to share their vaccination status with the company. This applies to both Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. This decision was made in order to “more closely maintain strict adherence … Read more
For Universal Studios Hollywood, local visitors are a large part of the overall attendance at the park. And now California residents have even more options to attend with a new season pass: the California Neighbor Pass. Whereas Universal Studios Hollywood was previously only selling annual passes at the Gold and Silver level, the program has … Read more
It’s been a big day for Halloween Horror Nights announcements at Universal Studios Hollywood! We had the announcement for the return of The Exorcist, ticket sales went live, and now we have another announcement confirming the return of The Curse of Pandora’s Box. “An ancient horror has returned to prey on those foolish enough to … Read more