Universal Orlando Resort’s 2026 holiday celebration is scheduled to run from Nov. 14, 2026, through Jan. 3, 2027, across Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe.
The seasonal offerings are included with regular park admission or an Annual Pass, though blockout dates may apply. Universal Studios Florida will again host Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, while Diagon Alley will receive holiday décor and Celestina Warbeck will perform a seasonal show. Parade times have not yet been announced.
At Islands of Adventure, Grinchmas returns to Seuss Landing with the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular and meet-and-greets with the Grinch, Max and Santa. Hogsmeade will be decorated for the season, with The Frog Choir’s seasonal music and The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle after dark.
Epic Universe’s Isle of Berk will mark its second Snoggletog season, with holiday décor, food, drinks and merchandise. Universal also lists seasonal décor and offerings for SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, the Wizarding World’s Ministry of Magic area and Celestial Park, including a festive Cosmos Fountain Show.
Planning Your Trip
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For guests who want reserved experiences, the separately priced Universal Holiday Tour is set for select dates from Nov. 14 through Jan. 2. The roughly 2½-hour daytime tour includes meet-and-greets with the Grinch, Max and Santa, reserved seating for the Grinchmas show, and an optional reserved parade-viewing area. Park admission is required separately, reservations are required, and prices vary by date.
Universal also plans New Year’s Eve celebrations in all three parks, although details have not been released. Travelers planning Universal Orlando tickets should note that the resort lists several 2026 ticket and hotel offers, including Florida resident options that are not sold at the front gate.
