Grinchmas and the Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood
Hate, hate, hate. Double hate. Loathe entirely! Grinchmas and the Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood are upon us!
Oh what fun it is to ride at Universal Studios Hollywood for the holidays! Embrace your naughty side with The Grinch™ during Grinchmas™. Enjoy some colorful play in SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™. Experience the magic of Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, and so much more daily starting Nov. 24–Jan. 4, 2026. Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood is included with theme park admission.
Highlights of Grinchmas include: A whimsical 65-foot Grinchmas tree, nightly tree-lighting ceremonies, complete with a flurry of cascading snow and a Who-inspired quartet.
This year “Grinchmas” also includes a lineup of activities for all ages like meeting the mischievous Grinch™ and his loyal dog Max, and cozy story time with Cindy-Lou Who as she reads “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” the Who-ville post office where you can send a postcard filled with three good deeds and paper “Grinchmas” ornaments you are welcome to decorate. A delightful selection of Who-tacular sweet treats and exclusive “Grinchmas” merchandise are also available for purchase.
“Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” features magical garlands, tons of twinkling lights and cheerful wreaths. The Frog Choir’s traditional holiday a cappella performances will resonate with joy, as visiting witches, wizards and muggles wander Hogsmeade village in search of enchanting gifts and exclusive keepsakes while sipping a delicious cup of hot, cold or frozen Butterbeer™.
Nightfall brings “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts™ Castle” to life with an dazzling light projection show, transforming the iconic Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Accompanied by a rich medley of music from the Harry Potter film series, this immersive experience will envelop guests in a symphony of festive sights and sounds.
SUPER NINTENDO WORLD guests will have a chance to collect seasonal digital stamps when using their interactive Power-Up Band™. From December 1 through February 28, enterprising guests can unlock the exclusive “Winter Wonder” stamp, while those visiting during the month of December can earn a festive “Holiday Party” stamp. Power-Up Bands are available for purchase within the land and at select retail locations within the theme park. These wearable wristbands sync with Universal Studios Hollywood’s official free downloadable app and function as a complement to the land’s many interactive elements
Universal CityWalk Hollywood, the acclaimed outdoor destination for shopping, dining and entertainment, situated adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood, also ushers in the holiday season with a wonderous and immersive celebration featuring festive décor, highlighted by a majestic 40-foot Christmas tree illuminated by more than 200,000 LED lights.
The seasonal festivities extend to Universal CityWalk’s 5 Towers stage, where select evenings welcome curated live musical performances, dynamic DJ sets and engaging street entertainers.
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