Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood celebrates the most wonderful time of the year with the return of yuletide favorites and family traditions, “Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” and “Grinchmas”!  Families will rejoice at the arrival of “Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter,”  where the quaint wizarding village of Hogsmeade™ is transformed to reflect the holiday spirit featuring merry décor and jolly ambiance.  You can take delight in special holiday performances from the Hogwarts Frog Choir, stroll through the village shops while sipping a delicious Hot Butterbeer™ and enjoy savory festive fare at the Three Broomsticks™.

Beginning at dusk each night, “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts™ Castle” dazzles with stunning imagery and animation as the impressive light projection show illuminates Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, bringing the iconic Hogwarts™ castle to life and infusing the land with the sounds of an arrangement of music from the Harry Potter film series.

Commemorate your Christmas visit to Hogsmeade™ Village with a variety of exclusive keepsake items available for purchase, including personalized ornaments, garland, scarves and stockings. 

The jolly “Grinchmas” Who-lebration returns in festive fashion as holiday park-goers will be rockin’ around the topsy-turvy 65 foot-tall “Grinchmas” tree in Universal Plaza, adorned with hundreds of ornaments and thousands of LED lights. A dazzling tree lighting ceremony accompanied by a snowfall flurry will take place every evening, bringing good tidings and season’s greetings as guests celebrate with The Grinch, his faithful dog Max and the Who-ville Whos, who will be performing on select nights. A selection of themed Who-tacular sweet treats, including hot cocoa will be available for purchase.

In addition to the theme park, spirited holiday décor will permeate Universal CityWalk.  Get enchanted by the spectacular 40-foot tall Christmas tree, featuring more than 200,000 LED lights. 

Dates and Times

November 26, 2021 - January  2, 2022

Check the opening hours as they vary each day

Tickets

Free with Admission 

Tickets start at $99 per day or $8 per month

Purchase tickets online

Age

All Ages 

Venue

Universal Studios Hollywood

100 Universal City Plaza 

Universal City, CA 91608

Parking

General Parking Before 5pm - $28

General Parking After 5pm (Does not apply on Halloween Horror Nights event dates) - $10

Preferred Parking Before 5pm - $40

Preferred Parking After 5pm (Does not apply on Halloween Horror Nights event dates) - $20

Front Gate Parking $60

Food 

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Event Website

Universal Studio Hollywood

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Direction

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Safety 

Beginning October 7, all persons ages 12+ must be prepared to show proof of full FDA or WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccination (a full 14 days after final dose was administered), or a negative test taken within 72 hours of visit, prior to entry to the theme park. A COVID-19 self-test, sometimes referred to as a “home test,” is not acceptable. Persons ages 18+ must also show any photo ID. Verification will take place when required based on theme park attendance. Children under the age of 12  are not required to show proof of vaccination or a negative test result. Regardless of vaccination status, face coverings are required to be worn at all times, both indoors and outdoors, when visiting the theme park. At Universal CityWalk, face coverings are required to be worn indoors.  Review Important Safety Guidelines

Disclaimer  

Event listings are believed to be accurate at the time of posting, but details are subject to change without notice. Please confirm all details with the event organizer before attending. FUN WITH KIDS IN LA® is not liable for errors, omissions, or changes to listings in our calendar.