Tickets are now on sale for Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, an after-hours event that immerses guests in the worlds of sci-fi, fantasy, gaming, and anime. In addition to fan-favorite experiences, guests can explore all-new adventures, including in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD.
The event runs for 12 nights only: April 23-25; May 1-3, 7-9, 14-16, 2026. Universal Fan Fest Nights is an exclusive, separately ticketed event celebrating fandom through interactive, in-world experiences created by Universal Studios Hollywood’s creative entertainment team in collaboration with industry experts. Guests can enjoy character interactions, cosplay, photo opportunities, themed food and beverages, curated merchandise, and more.
This year’s confirmed experiences include:
- Scooby-Doo Meets The Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot: An all-new walk-through adventure designed to give guests the sensation of stepping into a live-action mystery alongside the Scooby-Doo gang—including Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma—and the legendary Universal Monsters—including Frankenstein, Dracula, Bride of Frankenstein, and Wolf Man. They’ll explore sections of Universal’s outdoor film sets, such as the cobblestone streets of Little Europe and the iconic Court of Miracles, the original filming locations for the classic Universal horror films Frankenstein (1931) and The Wolf Man (1941). Guests will board the Studio Tour to reach the destination.
- ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show: ONE PIECE is returning to the event, but as a live-action show at the WaterWorld venue. It will bring fan-favorite ONE PIECE characters to life with action, comedy, and high-seas adventure. The show is inspired by the success of the Universal Studios Japan production.
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Guests will embark on a walk-through quest into the Forbidden Forest to find a lost Hippogriff, guided by a Hogwarts Professor. Along the way, they’ll encounter magical creatures and familiar beasts while facing a series of challenges that test their bravery and spell-casting skills.
- SUPER NINTENDO WORLD – Colorful Yoshi Celebration: Explore the Mushroom Kingdom in a vibrant new Yoshi-themed experience, meeting colorful Yoshis scattered throughout the land.
- DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep: Returning by popular demand, this immersive walk-through adventure invites guests to join the Harpers, a heroic spy network, to thwart the legendary beholder Xanathar’s evil plot and save the city of Waterdeep. The experience features a one-of-a-kind puppet creation by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop.
Tickets are available now with multiple options:
- General Admission: General Admission ticket to Universal Fan Fest Nights. Does not include daytime theme park admission or early event access.
- Universal Express: Admission to Universal Fan Fest Nights, including one-time (per day) express access to each in-world experience, ride, and attraction. Does not include daytime theme park admission or early event access.
- Universal Express Unlimited: Admission to Universal Fan Fest Nights, including unlimited express access (per day) to each in-world experience, ride, and attraction. Does not include daytime theme park admission or early event access.
- After 2 PM Day/Night: Daytime General Admission to the theme park after 2 PM and same day evening General Admission to Universal Fan Fest Nights.
- After 2 PM Day/Night Universal Express: Daytime admission to the theme park after 2 PM and same day evening admission to Universal Fan Fest Nights, including one-time (per day) express access to each ride, attraction, and seated show during the day, plus one-time (per day) express access to each in-world experience, ride, and attraction during the event.
- 2-Night General Admission: 2-Night General Admission access to Universal Fan Fest Nights. Does not include daytime theme park admission or early event access.
- Ultimate Fandom Pass: General Admission pass to enjoy for up to all event nights of Universal Fan Fest Nights (based on your selected first visit date during purchase). No blockout dates on return visits. All visits must be completed by May 16, 2026. Does not include daytime theme park admission or early event access.
- Early Access Ticket: Early access, beginning at 6 PM (subject to change), to select Universal Fan Fest Nights in-world experiences prior to event opening. A Universal Fan Fest Nights admission ticket for the same date must be purchased separately.
- Universal Fan Fest Nights VIP Tour: Enjoy VIP treatment of the event, including a shared, expertly guided walking tour of the in-world experiences, rides, and attractions, as well as a gourmet dinner (alcoholic beverages excluded) in the private VIP dining room and complimentary valet parking.
- Pass Member Special Pricing: Pass Members can take advantage of special online Pass Member pricing on General Admission tickets to Universal Fan Fest Nights when visiting on select event nights.
During Universal Fan Fest Nights, guests can also experience select theme park attractions, including Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Flight of the Hippogriff, Jurassic World – The Ride, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D, Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride, and The Simpsons Ride.
Tickets can be purchased at UniversalStudiosHollywood.com.
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