Universal Orlando Holidays 2025: Grinchmas, Wizarding World Christmas & More!
Universal Orlando Resort is turning up the holiday magic this season with its most festive lineup yet — and it all kicks off November 21, 2025! Running through January 4, 2026, this destination-wide celebration transforms the parks and hotels into a wonderland of twinkling lights, beloved characters, and unforgettable holiday cheer.
🎁 New this year: Universal Epic Universe joins the festivities with holiday décor in Celestial Park and the all-new Wizarding World – Ministry of Magic.
🧙 In-Park Holiday Experiences
Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (All 3 Lands)
From Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley to the new Ministry of Magic, the entire Wizarding World glows with festive charm. Enjoy:
Hot Butterbeer & holiday merch
Frog Choir & Celestina Warbeck performances
“The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” nighttime projection show
🎄 Grinchmas in Seuss Landing (Islands of Adventure)
Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular stage show
Whos roaming Who-ville (including the new Who-ville Tree Lot)
Meet-and-greets with The Grinch himself
🎈 Universal’s Holiday Parade Featuring Macy’s (Studios)
Giant balloons & holiday floats
Minions, Shrek, and Madagascar characters
Santa Claus lights the 80-foot Christmas tree
🌌 Celestial Park at Epic Universe
Seasonal lighting & décor throughout the park’s main hub
Holiday enhancements in Ministry of Magic for the first time ever
🎅 Exclusive Add-On Experiences
Universal Holiday Tour
Includes a guided tour of both parks with:
Private Grinch & Max meet-and-greet
Reserved seating for Macy’s Parade & Grinchmas show
Cookie decorating, snacks, and hot cocoa
Photo-op with Santa Claus
Front-of-line access to one ride
Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast
Held at Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-pendous, this Seussian sit-down breakfast includes:
Green Eggs & Ham Quiche
Pancakes, sandwiches & more
Character encounters with Whos & The Grinch
🏙️ CityWalk & Hotel Celebrations
CityWalk Highlights
Green & Red Coconut Club transforms into Mistletoe Pines Ski Lodge
Live music, dancing lights, and themed cocktails
Earl the Squirrel’s “Twelve Days of Christmas” takeover upstairs
Seasonal eats at Bigfire, VIVO, and Toothsome
Universal Orlando Hotels
All 11 hotels are decked out with:
Tree lightings & menorah ceremonies
Carolers, themed menus, & buffets
Thanksgiving, Christmas & NYE events
🎆 New Year’s Eve Across the Resort
Universal will host ring-in-the-new-year events at:
Universal Studios Florida
Islands of Adventure
Epic Universe
CityWalk
All 11 hotels
More details to be announced closer to New Year’s.
🎟️ Booking Tips
Holiday events are included with regular park admission — but you can save big with vacation bundles:
Up to 30% off 5-night hotel stays
Save up to $200 more when bundling theme park tickets
Offer valid through March 13, 2026
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