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What’s Happening at Universal Orlando Resort
No matter when your clients visit Universal Orlando Resort, there’s always something exciting in store. From can’t miss seasonal celebrations to year round thrills, Universal Orlando Resort offers unforgettable experiences every season.
The destination transforms throughout the calendar with unique events, limited time festivities, and exclusive entertainment offerings giving your clients plenty of reasons to inspire repeat visits.
New Coaster Coming to Universal Orlando Resort
It’s high-speed, high-octane thrills when Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift arrives at Universal Orlando Resort in 2027. This incredible new outdoor roller coaster will have your clients careening along the track at furiously fast speeds, experiencing the adrenaline-pumping excitement of the Fast & Furious franchise like never before.
New Movie Fun at SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™
Your clients can step into the fun of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (in theaters April 1st) at Universal Orlando Resort. Beginning March 10th, 2026, they can catch a special character meet & greet, limited-time movie-inspired food, exclusive merchandise and more in SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ at Universal Epic Universe; plus a photo op and merchandise at Universal CityWalk.
Seasonal Events
Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval - Feb. 7 - April 4, 2026
Take a break and embrace your playful side at Mardi Gras. It’s about time you had some fun. Get ready to play catch with some beads. Sing at the top of your lungs at live concerts on select nights. Plus, travel the world with your tastebuds with dishes from Austria, Chile, Brazil, New Orleans and more available for purchase. It’s time to play!
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Mardi Gras Concert Lineup |
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Saturday, February 7 |
Kaskade |
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Saturday, February 14 |
Portugal. The Man |
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Sunday, February 15 |
Ivy Queen |
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Saturday, February 21 |
Joey Fatone & AJ Mclean |
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Saturday, February 28 |
RuPaul (DJ Set) |
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Saturday, March 7 |
Ziggy Marley |
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Friday, March 13 |
Tyler Hubbard |
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Saturday, March 14 |
Bebe Rexha |
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Sunday, March 15 |
Zedd |
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Saturday, March 21 |
Barenaked Ladies |
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Saturday, March 28 |
The All-American Rejects |
Butterbeer™ Season in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Mar. 1 - May 31
Celebrate Butterbeer™ in all three lands of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. Savor new limited-Ome treats like a Butterbeer™ waffle, crème brûlée and more. Enjoy year-round delights like the new Butterbeer™ candy apple. Discover new merch like a t-shirt, jersey and more. A special way to mark 25 years of magic since the first Harry Potter™ film.
Food and merchandise available for purchase.
Universal Volcano Bay Nights – Select Nights May 3 - August 21
It’s a whole different water theme park at night! It’s Universal Volcano Bay under the stars! At this family-friendly event, all your favorite rides and slides will be available to a very limited number of guests, along with a live DJ, games and DreamWorks characters available for meet and greets on select nights.
The event will feature DreamWorks IP with characters from Shrek, Madagascar, How to Train Your Dragon, and Trolls throughout the park as well as a Beach Bash on Waturi Beach.
Halloween Horror Nights - Select Nights Aug. 28, 2026 - Nov. 1, 2026
Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights is the home of horror with the biggest names in the genre. Find reprieve, if you can, with live entertainment and select rides and attractions. Add as the last sentence of the copy blocks.
WARNING: EVENT MAY BE TOO INTENSE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 13. NO COSTUMES OR COSTUME MASKS ALLOWED.
Holidays at Universal Orlando
Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort are merry and bright, naughty and nice. Take in the spectacle of Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ across three spectacular theme parks. Get a little naughty as you laugh along with The Grinch™ as Seuss Landing™ is all spruced up for the holidays. Witness the amazing balloons as Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s takes to the streets.
Rock the Universe – Select Nights in 2027
Universal Orlando Resort’s Rock the Universe returns to Universal Studios Florida! During Florida’s biggest Christian music festival, fans and youth groups come together to enjoy moving performances by some of Christian music’s top artists, powerful worship experiences, and thrilling theme park attractions at Universal Studios Florida for an unforgettable weekend of faith and fun. Separately ticketed event and not included in regular park admission.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
HARRY POTTER and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © J.K. Rowling. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2026 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. 25-UNA7515354
Universal Volcano Bay Nights is a separately ticketed event held on select nights. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, times, dates, entertainment, event and/or experience details are subject to changes and/or cancellation without notice. General theme park admission tickets including, but not limited to, Annual Passes and Complimentary passes are not valid for this event. Additional restrictions may apply.
The Universal Volcano Bay Nights Event ticket entitles one (1) guest admission to one (1) event night that is valid for selected date only. For additional details regarding this event, please visit our website. Ticket includes access to attractions, free self-parking on the selected date, and a Coca-Cola Freestyle® Souvenir cup. Refills are limited to no more than one (1) pour from the Coca-Cola Freestyle® machine per 10 minutes, valid on selected date only at participating Coca-Cola Freestyle® locations.
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Separate theme park tickets required for theme park entry and to enjoy park benefits.
© 2026 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.
