Celebrating the Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood

The holidays are just about here, so it’s time for a local tradition: celebrating at Universal Studios Hollywood. From Christmas at Hogwarts to “Grinch-mas”, here’s a look at the special events, food, and merchandise you can enjoy at Universal during the holidays.

Universal CityWalk

Before you head into the park, you can check out the holiday offerings scattered across Universal CityWalk. These include both shopping and dining specialties.

• The Universal Studios Store offers a selection of items from popular attractions found within the theme park.
• Universal UNIVRS provides limited-edition, character-inspired merchandise.
• The SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ STORE on CityWalk features an array of themed items.
• Production Central, themed to the Grinch™, provides a variety of holiday and theme park items.
• The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen presents a new seasonal milkshake, Tis the Season, available both at the Foundry milkshake bar and in the dining room.
• The ever-popular Voodoo Doughnut entices guests with delicious seasonal flavors to celebrate the holiday spirit.
• Antojitos Cocina Mexicana serves up a variety of festive-themed drinks, including Mistletoe Mule, Chestnut Horchata and Apple Cider Margarita.
• NBC Sports Grill & Brew spreads holiday cheer with a tasty Peppermint Martini.
• Jimmy Buffett’s® Margaritaville® whips up a deliciously creamy and joyful drink with its Co-co-Colada.
• VIVO Italian Kitchen offers an assortment of flavorful drinks with the Winter Martini, Apple Cheer Martini and Hot Apple Cider, which is available as a non-alcoholic or alcoholic beverage.

Universal Studios Hollywood Gift Guide

Venture inside the park to do some holiday shopping. Each of the most popular areas of the park feature different pop-culture themed gifts for people on your list. Here’s a quick look provided by Universal:

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD

Share the holidays with Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Toad and more with these favorites: six different collectible Power-Up Bands; a variety of character plush toys, apparel, hats and headbands; and even a Reversable Super Star and ? Block pillow.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Bring home a little magic with spellbinding gifts (select items can be personalized), including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Collector Edition Wand, adult and youth Christmas-themed sweatshirts, interactive snowy owl plush toys, crew neck fleece sweatshirts from each of the four Houses, commemorative holiday ornaments and décor celebrating the season, decorative pins, mugs, scarves, scented candles, themed frames, cozy sleepwear and Honeydukes’ one-of-a-kind sweets.

Grinchmas

For the naughty on the list, whimsical favorites from Universal Pictures’ Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas include spirit jerseys, totes, Grinchy ornaments, green faux-fur keychains and adorned hats, gloves and scarves, colorful tumblers and pajamas.

Jurassic World

Add a splash of Blue to the holiday season with such dinosaur favorites as a T. Rex Cutie Plush, assorted masks, bubble wand and canteen.

“Despicable Me Minion Mayhem”

Illumination’s mischievous Minions bring seasonal smiles with these must-have favorites: Minion and “Fluffy” the unicorn plush toys, backpacks and Minion goggles.

“The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash”

Furry stars Max, Snowball, Duke, Gidget, Buddy, Daisy, Mel, Princess and Pickles from Illumination’s The Secret Life of Pets franchise bring holiday cheer with themed favorites, including plush toys, pajamas and “Adopt A Pup” collection.

The Simpsons

D’oh…here are few gift giving ideas from America’s favorite family: Pink donut pillow, character plush toys and apparel.

Universal Studios

And finally, here are a few memorable gifts for the all-encompassing Universal Studios Hollywood theme park fan, including Universal retro sweaters, caps and totes, Universal 1912 backpacks, tumblers and keychains, wooden clapboard and Universal Globe figurine.

For the ideal stocking stuffer, the Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Pass is the quintessential gift to bring cheer throughout the year, inclusive of discounts and exclusive perks.  Select the Platinum, Gold or Silver Annual Pass to create magical memories in 2024.

What To Eat & Drink

Throughout Universal Studios Hollywood’s festive holiday celebration, guests can purchase an array of culinary treats and comfort foods, created exclusively by Executive Chef Julia Thrash. 

Grinchmas will feature a selection of themed food and drinks, including the Who-ville Spiral Croissant, Dumpit to Crumpit Treat, Who-bilicious Cinnamon Roll, 2 Sizes Too Small Cupcake, Heart Grew 3 Sizes Sugar Cookie and the Grinch Heart Lemonade.

Elsewhere throughout the park, you can pick up seasonal comfort foods and holiday themed fare, including: Crispy BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Slow Roasted Turkey Sandwich with Fries, Chili, Butternut Squash Soup and Clam Chowder in Bread Bowl, Turkey Quesadilla, Smoked Brisket Sandwich, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Chocolate Spiral Croissant, Pumpkin Spice Spiral Croissant, Sleigh Bells Irish Sour, Rudolph’s Red Rita, Hot Apple Toddy, Hot Espresso Martini, Make it Snappy Santa, and Mrs. Claus’ Cinnamon Delight.

Holidays At Universal Studios Hollywood Info

Universal Studios Hollywood holiday-themed decor, food, gifts, and events run from November 24 to January 1. Holiday programs are included with the price of theme park admission. To learn more about seasonal offerings and to buy tickets, visit UniversalStudiosHollywood.com.