Holiday Festivities at Universal Studios Hollywood
Enjoy the Holiday Festivities at Universal Studios Hollywood this season!
The holiday fun at Universal Studios Hollywood offers more ways to be merry this year starting November 28th through December 29th. Experience Nightly Snowfall along with a charming Christmas makeover of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, the return of The Grinch™, Max, and all of Who-ville for Grinchmas™ plus the Merry and Mischievous Minions, it really is a season you won't want to miss!
This is one of our favorite times of the year to visit the studio! Many of the “regular” characters have festive holiday costumes on like Shrek and Hello Kitty, the park at night is filled with beautiful lights and Universal Plaza is transformed into a mini Whoville! With so much to see and do we try to visit a couple of times to enjoy it all at our own pace.
Celebrate Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™
Hogsmeade™ will be transformed in wondrous spirit with the return of the holiday spectacle of dazzling lights and music cast against the majestic backdrop of Hogwarts™ castle. Enjoy the Holiday Frog Choir as they sing seasonal cheer all with the addition of the smooth bass rumbles of their giant throaty frogs.
Holiday Décor will be abound as you Stroll through the streets of Hogsmeade™ with festive décor, lights, garlands, and wreaths. No visit would be complete without a visit to Three Broomsticks™, offering up seasonal food and beverage like hot Butterbeer. My go to lunch there is the Fish & Chips or if you are looking to feed a larger group go for the Great Feast Platter that will easily feed 4 or more! Work off your lunch or dinner by visiting The shops. Offering a wide selection of custom-made Christmas ornaments created especially for “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will be available. Collectibles include a decorative Hogwarts castle snow globe, Hogwarts crest and mascot ornaments representing each of the four houses, wizard card ornaments, unique tree topper and house pennant garland.
I recommend being within the Wizarding World of Harry Potter by 5pm to see the snowfall and show on the castle. Check the official Universal Studios App or ask a cast member about light show times if you miss the first one. There is also a handicap viewing area if you need, ask in advance and they will direct you to it.
The Grinch™ and Max Return this Holiday Season!
Spend your holiday with The Grinch™, Max and all of Who-ville, during the most Who-tacular Grinchmas™ celebration ever at Universal Studios Hollywood™. Listen to cheery Christmas carols from the Who-ville singers, share laughs with a Who neighbor, and even snap a Seuss-y selfie with The Grinch™ and Max for festive holiday memories that last a lifetime.
This Who-lebration of fun fit for The Grinch, his faithful dog Max and a roster of Who-ville Whos comes to life with an all-new state-of-the-art, topsy-turvy “Grinchmas” tree, twisting and turning over 55 feet in height and adorned with hundreds of ornaments and thousands of white and multi-colored LED lights choreographed to music. Be sure to see this dazzling “Grinchmas” tree lighting ceremonies that take place every evening accompanied by a snowfall flurry.
November 28th thru December 29th. Check out what else is in store for you with the Grinch flair!
Photo Opportunities: Snap a photo with The Grinch™ and Max for all to see, then enjoy the spectacular lighting of the one-of-a-kind 55 foot Seussian tree.
Enjoy Grinch themed treats and photo opportunities.
Meet tons of WhoVille friends!
Foodie guide from the 2018 Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood! I’ll update as soon as I get all the yummy details for 2019!
Whoiday Events within Universal Plaza
Martha May and The Who-Dolls (showtimes vary)
The Holiday Singers (showtimes vary)
Holiday Tree Lighting Every Half Hour Starting at 5:30 (weather permitting)
Spirited holiday décor and festive whimsy will also permeate throughout the theme park, bringing a crew of very merry and mischievous Minions to “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” to gleefully spread Christmas cheer to visitors of all ages.
That's a lot of fun and entertainment to squeeze into one visit! Check out the Current offer to visit Universal Studios!
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2nd visit must occur on or before 12/19/19.
2nd visit not valid 11/29/19 & 11/30/19.
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Martha May Who-vier and the Who-dolls (c) Cleverly Catheryn
Universal Citywalk is even getting into the holiday spirit with a spectacular 40-foot tall Christmas tree glistening with 200,000 LED icicles choreographed to the lights and sounds of the season in the 5 Towers Plaza along with a slate of free concert performances and an eclectic ensemble of talented street performers. The iconic dancing water fountain situated at the heart of CityWalk will also make a splash this holiday season displaying over 230 individual power jets projecting streams of choreographed water into the air complemented by red and green LED lights and an array of holiday-themed music.
More fun year round and tips for your next visit!
