UPDATED FOR 2025 TRAVEL. Whether you're planning your first or hundredth visit to Universal, 2025 is the year to go! We have compiled everything you need to know about booking a 2025 Universal Studios Hollywood vacation package plus helpful tips for your vacation.

2025 Universal Studios California vacation packages are now available for booking!

We love helping our guests plan a vacation made for the movies! We’ll put you in the starring role and help you choose the best:

• Universal Studios Hollywood area hotel
• Discount Universal Studios Hollywood theme park tickets
• Extra options like Universal Express and VIP Experience

While there are some changes to traveling to Universal Studios Hollywood you'll need to be aware of, by booking with Get Away Today, we'll make sure you have everything you need to know. And of course, we'll be with you every step of the way. So let’s get started!

One of the first things you’ll need to know is when the Universal Studios Hollywood tickets are now date specific. Your tickets will not be valid outside of the dates selected at the time of booking. Exact park dates are required.

No additional theme park reservations are required, just having your tickets in hand does the trick. Next let’s take a look at some of the annual events happening at Universal Hollywood soon and in the future.

Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Events

We’ve included exact dates when possible and general information while we wait for official word. These events might be the perfect time to plan your vacation and participate or bookmark to skip and visit during the off-season.

• March 1 - May 31, 2025 Butterbeer Season
• April 25 - May 18, 2025 Universal Fan Fest Nights (separately ticketed event)
• June 14 - August 10, 2025 New Summer event, details to be announced
• July 4, 2025 Fourth of July Celebration
• August - September 1, 2025 Back to Hogwarts
• September 4 - November 2, 2025 Halloween Horror Nights (separately ticketed event)
• November - December 2025 Holidays at Universal
• December 31st - EVE at Universal Studios Hollywood included in regular admission

We always look forward to enjoying old favorites and trying new attractions every time we visit Universal Studios Hollywood.

Here is a list of the most recent Universal Studios Hollywood rides to open in the last few years, along with anticipated openings for new attractions.

New Universal Studios Hollywood Rides
Here is a list of the most recent Universal Studios Hollywood rides to open, along with anticipated openings for new attractions:

• A new coaster based on the Fast & Furious films is set to debut at Universal Studios Hollywood, we’ll share more official details as soon as we know!

Looking back at other notable attraction debuts…

Universal Studios Hollywood Attractions

Mario Kart™: Bowser's Challenge (SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, February 2023)

Jurassic World: The Ride (reopened as a newly named attraction September 2018)

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey (Wizarding World of Harry Potter, opened April 2016)

Flight of the Hippogriff (Wizarding World of Harry Potter, opened April 2016)

Minion Mayhem (April 2014)

Transformers: The Ride 3D (May 2012)

Universal Studios Hollywood Resort has new ways of bringing you right into the action of TV, film and video games. Beyond rides there is so much to see and do!

Here are our top entertainment offerings to not miss in 2025:

• Ollivander’s Wand Show
• Frog Choir featuring the students of Hogwarts with their singing frogs
• Raptor Encounter live performance and photo opportunities
• Power-Up Band Key Challenges in the all new SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™

Our current Universal Studios Hollywood specials are here with various offers coming and going throughout the year. You can confidently book your Universal Studios Hollywood vacation with Get Away Today knowing you are getting the best service possible. We'd love to help you start planning and give you something to look forward to.

Getting started is easy! Click here to browse Universal Studios Hollywood packages now or call one of our agents at 855-GET-AWAY for personal recommendations. No matter how you book your Universal Studios Hollywood vacation, we can't wait to help!