There’s nothing like the feeling of getting a fresh annual planner. Just imagine the forms next year might take! The potential! The possibility! There’s a distinct thrill in marking up that calendar with those first drops of ink — and now, you can do just that with everything Universal Studios Hollywood has planned for 2027. That’s right: the complete 2027 event guide to Universal has officially arrived.
Here’s what to know about the 2027 event calendar for Universal Studios Hollywood:
- In 2027, Universal Studios Hollywood has a packed calendar of fan-favorite events. Some events come with general theme park admission and others are separately ticketed or only exclusive to Pass Members.
- Universal Fan Fest nights will run from April 16 to May 16, 2027, and Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) will run from September 2 to October 31, 2027. Both lineups will be announced closer to event starts.
- Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Members will have exclusive access to two Park Takeovers, two collectible giveaways, and two seasons of added perks throughout 2027.
I fear my planner is about to get inked, color-coded and flagged to the nines. Wanna know more? Here’s every event coming to Universal Studios Hollywood in 2027.
Pass Member Bonus Benefits (February–March)
We’re kicking off the year with a big ol’ THANK YOU to our annual and seasonal Pass Members! This stretch of Pass Member Bonus Benefits includes exclusive menu items, added savings on merch and add-on tickets, and more. It always feels good to be a Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Member, but especially during Bonus Benefits.
Butterbeer Season (March–May)
From March through May, it’s Butterbeer Season in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Celebrate everyone’s favorite wizarding beverage with limited-time Butterbeer-themed treats and merch throughout Hogsmeade village.
Universal Fan Fest Nights (Select Nights, April 16–May 16)
For the third year running, it’s time to really go there. Universal Fan Fest nights is returning to Universal Studios Hollywood with another season, inviting fans into immersive, one-of-a-kind worlds based on their favorite sci-fi, fantasy, gaming and anime stories. The lineup will be announced as the event approaches.
Pass Member Collectible Giveaway (May)
Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Members are part of an exclusive club. And lucky for them, they get to flaunt their membership in the form of collectible giveaways twice a year. No word on what, exactly, this year’s giveaways will be, but we know it’ll give Pass Members bragging rights.
Pass Member Park Takeover (June)
In my opinion, this is the best part of Universal Studios Hollywood membership. At Pass Member Park Takeovers, the theme park is closed to day guests and open only to Pass Members. That means shorter lines, which means more reps on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift. Sign me up!
Mega Movie Summer (June–Aug)
On the Universal lot, it ain’t just summer. It’s Mega Movie Summer. Take it from the studio that invented the blockbuster. In 2027, you can expect limited-time themed food and beverages, character experiences and entertainment inspired by beloved movies. The lineup will be announced closer to the event start.
4th of July Celebration (July 4)
You’re always looking for a place to catch fireworks on Independence Day. May we suggest Universal Studios Hollywood? On July 4, Universal throws a patriotic showcase of music and pyrotechnics, all included in theme park admission.
Back to Hogwarts (August–September)
With the school year approaching, take a trip Back to Hogwarts to celebrate your house pride! Celebrate the start of a new school year with limited-time merch and treats in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Pass Member Appreciation Days (August–September)
Yet another fabulous time of year to own a pass to Universal Studios Hollywood. During Pass Member Appreciation Days, members can take advantage of limited-time deals on merch, menu items and additional theme park tickets. The secret menu — exclusive to Pass Members — is also back in play during this event. More details to come as the event approaches.
Halloween Horror Nights (September 2–October 31)
It simply wouldn’t be autumn in LA without HHN. Each September, Universal hosts a second, shadow park that only emerges at night, composed of terrifying haunted houses, ghoulish scare zones and the inimitable Terror Tram. Want to know what haunts await you at HHN 2027? Check back in with the Discover Universal Blog as we get closer to the event.
Pass Member Collectible Giveaway (November)
If you’ve got it, flaunt it. And by the first “it,” I mean an annual pass to Universal Studios Hollywood, and by the second “it,” I mean whatever exclusive collectable the Universal team has in store just for you.
Holidays at Universal (November–December)
‘Tis the season for another trip to Universal Studios Hollywood. Each year, the halls of CityWalk and the theme park get decked for maximum holiday merriment, and 2027 is no exception. Expect your favorite beloved characters in limited-time holiday garb, cozy beverages, sweet treats and a whole lot of shopping for stocking-stuffers.
Get the full scoop on the holiday festivities at Universal Studios Hollywood right here.
Holiday Pass Member Park Takeover (December)
The holidays are a season of giving thanks. And to show our gratitude for our Pass Members, Universal is closing out the year with one last Pass Member Park Takeover. Bring your family, get in the holiday spirit and enjoy the theme park all to yourself.
EVE (December 31)
There’s no better place to usher in 2028 (whoa) than at Universal Studios Hollywood’s annual New Year’s Eve party. Experience the theme park all dressed up with bars, DJs and dance floors throughout — and, of course, with select rides open late. Counting down to midnight just got even more thrilling.
What are you most excited to do at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2027? Let us know in the comments below.
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