How to celebrate the holidays at Universal Orlando Resort

The holiday celebrations have begun at both Universal Orlando Resort parks, and are here to stay for standard park entry ticket guests through Dec. 31, 2023.

A Harry Potter Christmas

Both Harry Potter lands transform for the holidays, with special decor coloring the snowcapped buildings in festive cheer. Guests attending can see Hogwarts glow in a festive light show from dusk until park close, and those roaming Hogsmeade will be able to get their hands on the limited hot Butterbeer.

Universal's Holiday Parade

Macy's iconic character balloons join the holiday fun for a larger-than-life parade featuring Despicable Me and Shrek.

The Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular starring the Grinch

The beloved holiday show featuring the live-action rendition of the Grinch returns to Islands of Adventure once more in this for-all-ages performance.