Universal Studios Hollywood has aimed for the stars this year with their new Universal Fan Fest Nights and we have a full look at everything going on for this inaugural year. This is an unprecedented theme park event that layers the full park experience with an incredible amount of entertainment, experiences, dining, and shopping opportunities celebrating a wide range of fandoms.
Here’s a quick look at everything you need to know about Universal Fan Fest Nights 2025 at Universal Studios Hollywood.
What to Expect
Universal Fan Fest Nights celebrates several fandoms where you can expect walk-through immersive experiences, rare or exclusive character meet and greets, photo-ops, and a welcoming atmosphere for cosplay which is not typically allowed during the day. Of course, there’s themed food, drink, and merchandise, plus more surprises!
Themed Experiences
There are SEVEN immersive activations inspired by fan-favorite IPs including Back to the Future: Destination Hill Valley immersive experience, Star Trek: Red Alert immersive experience, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep immersive experience, One Piece: Grand Pirate Gathering area with meet and greet, Jujutsu Kaisen: Hunger of the Cursed 4D video presentation, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter extras including magical creatures, and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD: Let’s Go, Yoshi with a Yoshi egg scavenger hunt and special Yoshi meet and greet.
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep
MORE INFO: DETAILS: Everything Dungeons & Dragons: Secrets of Waterdeep
SUPER NINTENDO WORLD: Let’s Go, Yoshi
MORE INFO: DETAILS: Everything “Super Nintendo World: Let’s Go, Yoshi”
Wicked Meet and Greet
WHAT IT IS: Meet and greet with the magical witches of Oz — Elphaba and Glinda
More Themed Fun
Block Party in Universal Plaza
Exact details are sparse but Universal promises live performances, cosplay, trivia, and photo opportunities. We expect this to be very similar to what has been going on here during Halloween Horror Nights with a casual, festive vibe… just without the scares.
Cosplay Rules
Cosplay is allowed but there’s a lot of rules.
MORE INFO: Official Universal Studios Hollywood guidelines on cosplay for Fan Fest Nights 2025
Merch Run
Get a look at all the items available for purchase.
MORE INFO: MERCH RUN: Universal Fan Fest Nights 2025 — everything in store
Dining
More to Explore
Universal Fan Fest Nights is a special after-hours event but most of the park’s regular features will still be in regular operation throughout the night. Of course, everything is subject to availability, temporary downtime, and closure.
Rides and Attractions
These popular attractions are expected to be in operation each event night.
- Jurassic World – The Ride
- The Simpsons Ride
- Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride
- The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
- Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge
- Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
- The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash
Restaurants and Dining
The following locations are expected to offer their regular menus each event night.
- Bumblebee Man’s Taco Truck
- Cletus’ Chicken Shack
- Despicable Delights
- French Street Bistro
- Hog’s Head
- Three Broomsticks
- Isla Nu-Bar
- Jurassic Café
- Krusty Burger
- Lard Lad Donuts
- Minion Café
- Moe’s Tavern
- Mulligan’s Irish Pub
- Starbucks
- Studio Café
See it for Yourself
Universal Fan Fest Nights take place at Universal Studios Hollywood on select nights April 25–May 18, 2025.
MORE INFO: See all MouseInfo coverage for Universal Fan Fest Nights
Tickets
Universal Fan Fest Nights tickets range from the cheapest option at $74 for General Admission (offering entry to the event) to the most expensive option at $373 for the VIP Tour (which includes a guided tour, unlimited express access, private trolley transport, gourmet dinner, and valet parking). Mid-range options offer a combination of daytime park admission with limited express access to rides and attractions, plus evening event access with early entry to select experiences.
One/Two Day Tickets
- General Admission – From $74
- Universal Express – From $173
- Includes admission & one-time express access to each in-world experience, ride, and attraction.
- Universal Express Unlimited – From $203
- Includes admission & unlimited express access to each in-world experience, ride, and attraction.
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After 2 PM Day/Night – From $114
- Daytime admission after 2 p.m. + same-day evening General Admission to Fan Fest Nights.
- Early event access to select experiences starting at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change).
- After 2 PM Day/Night Universal Express – From $228
- Daytime admission after 2 p.m. + same-day evening admission with express access.
- One-time express access to each ride/attraction during the day & event.
- Early event access to select experiences starting at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change).
- VIP Tour – From $373
- Guided walking tour, VIP trolley, unlimited express access, gourmet dinner (excludes alcohol), and valet parking.
- Early Access Ticket – From $20
- Entry to select experiences starting at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change).
- Requires separate event admission for the same date.
Multi-Night Tickets
- 2-Night General Admission – From $109
- Select any available event night for your first visit, starting April 25, 2025.
- Ultimate Fandom Pass – From $249
- General Admission access to all event nights (based on selected first visit date
MORE INFO: Official site for tickets to Universal Fan Fest Nights
