Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 – Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more

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Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 - Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more

Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 – Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more. Whovile’s Unite! “Fah-who foris, dah-who doris, welcome Christmas, bring your light.” Universal Orlando will Trim every blessed window and trim every blessed door for the 2024 Holiday Season which starts November 22nd! Prepare yourself to meet The Grinch, bring your wands, and an empty stomach as you enjoy the festivities from Resorts to Parks at Universal.

Universal Orlando Resort’s Holidays celebration officially kicks off this Friday, inviting guests to celebrate the most wonderful time of year with an incredible collection of festive experiences for the whole family inspired by beloved characters and stories. Beginning November 22 and running daily through December 31, guests can enjoy a jolly slate of experiences – including witnessing awe-inspiring Christmas magic in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, meeting the mean, green one himself during Grinchmas, watching larger-than-life balloons and floats wind the streets of Universal Studios during Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, exploring the all-new holiday-themed Tribute Store, savoring delicious seasonal treats and so much more.

See below for more information about the festive offerings available at Universal Orlando this holiday season:

Holiday In-Park Experiences at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure
Guests visiting Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure can celebrate the holiday season with festivities that are included with their theme park admission including:

  • Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Holiday magic comes to life in Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley as both areas are adorned with themed décor to celebrate the season. Guests can enjoy Hot Butterbeer, special holiday-themed performances and the wondrous spectacle, “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” – which highlights Christmas moments inspired by the cherished characters and stories from the “Harry Potter” films;
Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 - Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more
Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 Grinchmas Holiday Parade Tribute Store and more
  • Grinchmas: Guests can step into the whimsical Who-ville in Seuss Landing, where they’ll meet the mean-one himself – the Grinch – and enjoy a live-retelling of the Dr. Seuss holiday classic, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” in the beloved stage show, “Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular;”
Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 - Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more
  • Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s: Guests will watch cherished holiday traditions and pop culture-inspired stories and characters come to life as larger-than-life balloons and colorful holiday floats during Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s;
Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 - Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more
Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 Grinchmas Holiday Parade Tribute Store and more
  • And more!

Shop the All-New Holiday Tribute Store in Universal Studios Florida
The Holidays celebration continues with this year’s all-new Holiday Tribute Store where guests will journey through holiday pop-up books brought to life across four festively-adorned rooms inspired by Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” and fan-favorite character, Earl the Squirrel. Guests can shop this immersive retail space featuring seasonal treats and merchandise like Hogsmeade-themed home décor, pajamas and accessories, Grinchmas apparel, slippers and ornaments, and Earl the Squirrel’s very own story book, “The Tale of Earl the Squirrel.” Guests can also browse select items from Universal’s assortment of Holidays merchandise and purchase online by visiting www.Shop.UniversalOrlando.com.

Delight in Holiday-Themed Treats Across the Destination
This holiday season, guests can savor a menu of delicious, holiday-themed food and beverage offerings across the destination, including a Peppermint Cheesecake Bar, Pistachio Holiday Wreath, Roasting Chestnuts Mont Blanc, and Grinch-themed treats like Grinch Cookies. At Universal CityWalk, guests can also enjoy the Ugly Sweater Shake at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen – complete with vanilla ice cream with spiced streusel, mini marshmallows, holiday sprinkles and an ugly sweater sugar cookie,and enjoy a selection of seasonal food and beverage items at Bigfire and VIVO Italian Kitchen.

Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 - Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more

Holiday Add-On Experiences (available for an additional cost)

Guests can take their festivities to the next level with special add-on experiences, including:

  • The Universal Holiday Tour, where they’ll embark on a guided journey through Universal’s holiday experiences, get access to exclusive meet and greets with Santa Claus, the Grinch and his faithful dog Max, dine on small bites and delectable desserts, access reserved seating at “Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular,” enjoy a special showing of “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” and more;
  • The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast, where guests can start their day alongside the Grinch and other favorite characters from Seuss Landing while dining on a delicious plated breakfast in Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-pendous in Universal Islands of Adventure.

The Holidays Continue at Universal CityWalk and Universal Orlando’s Hotels
The holiday spirit continues at Universal CityWalk with live entertainment and themed holiday cocktails at The Green & Red Coconut Club at Red Coconut Club through December 31, and festive meet and greets with Earl the Squirrel on select dates from November 29 through December 29 at CityWalk Plaza. Plus, all eight Universal Orlando Resort hotels will be decked out with festive décor for the season and offer special menus for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve in addition to special holiday celebrations, including Christmas tree lightings, Hannukah menorah lighting ceremonies and more.

Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 - Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more
Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 Grinchmas Holiday Parade Tribute Store and more


Guests can also ring in the New Year across the destination with live entertainment at Universal Studios Florida, hype squads full of music and characters at Universal Islands of Adventure, a midnight countdown at both theme parks and Universal CityWalk and access to select venues after midnight to continue the festivities.

Universal Orlando’s Holidays celebration runs daily from November 22 through December 31 and access to the in-park festivities is included with regular admission to the theme parks. There are a variety of special offers available now for guests to plan their visit to Universal Orlando Resort this holiday season, including the Dining Card Vacation Package that includes hotel accommodations, theme park tickets, and a food and beverage dining card worth up to $1,000, including the “Florida Unlimited Days Ticket,” which provides access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure for an unlimited number of days now through December 18, 2024 for $199 plus tax.

For more information and to book a festive getaway our trusted partner Universal Fan Travel will handle the planning so you can focus on the fun. They offer free vacation planning services and have nearly 20 years of experience creating epic vacations. Visit UniversalFanTravel.com for a fee-free, no-obligation quote today. Enjoy the Holidays at Universal!

Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 – Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more

Universal Orlando Holiday Celebration Starts November 22 – Grinchmas, Holiday Parade, Tribute Store, and more

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Greg Gately
Central Florida's brightest Disney expert (and quite possibly its brightest head!), Greg Gately, is the co-owner, photographer, podcaster, writer, and editor behind the award-winning Disney blog and news site, Fantasy Land News. More than just a fan, Greg boasts an impressive 4000+ articles on Fantasy Land News, showcasing his deep Disney knowledge. His unique perspective comes from years spent as an audio engineer and tour manager for legendary acts like Felix Cavaliere's Rascals, Collin Raye, and Dispatch. Now retired from touring, Greg dedicates his passion to bringing the magic of Disney to life. Catch him live on his weekly podcast, The Live Podcast, or collaborating with Sam's Disney Diary on Funatics Diary. Looking for the ultimate Disney resource? Dive into Greg's insightful articles, stunning photography, and engaging podcasts at Fantasy Land News. Connect with Greg: Email: [email protected] YouTube: YouTube Channel Instagram: Fantasy Land News Instagram Disney Blog, Disney News, Disney Parks, Disney Photography, Disney Podcast, Disney Tips, Greg Gately, Fantasy Land News
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