Tag: Universal Studios Hollywood
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Universal Announced First Ever ‘The Wizarding World of Harry Potter’ Popcorn Bucket
Ahead of Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood beginning later this month, Universal has announced that for the first time The Wizarding World of Harry Potter popcorn bucket will be making its debut in the United States. The popcorn bucket, as seen below, will be debuting at Universal Fan Fest Nights. The popcorn…
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Universal Studios Hollywood Offers Free Tickets to LA Wildfires First Responders
Universal Studios Hollywood is showing its gratitude to the first responders who made such an impact during the recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area. They are doing so by offering free tickets to qualifying first responders. On top of that, they are offering 50 percent discounts on up to three tickets for any guests…
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Universal Studios Hollywood Remains Closed as Fires Continue to Rage Across Southern California
Universal Studios Hollywood remains closed on Thursday as fires continue to ravage the Los Angeles area.
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Universal Theme Parks Announce Love is Universal Pride Collection
It’s time to gear up for Pride Month with the Love is Universal Pride Collection. This collection includes all-new products and existing favorites, which are available now and year-round at Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando Resort and online at shop.universalorlando.com. 24 items are available in this collection. Items include: a cooling towel, license plate magnet, shot…
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Universal Studios Hollywood Rolls out the Cars of Fast X
Fast X, the tenth entry in the Fast and Furious franchise, hits theaters on Friday, May 19. To celebrate the release, Universal Studios Hollywood is giving their visitors a chance to get up close and personal with some of the film’s biggest stars. You may not be able to spot Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, or…
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An Early Look at Super Nintendo World by Day and By Night
Universal Studios Hollywood will open Super Nintendo World to the public on Friday, February 17. As a special reward for their annual pass holders, a series of preview days were announced, allowing members who successfully registered on line to spend two hours (more or less) in the new land. Our visit was scheduled for Sunday,…
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An Unexpected Visit to Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood
Guests strolling Universal Studios Hollywood on Thursday, January 12 were offered an unusual treat. An unexpected “Technical Rehearsal” of their Super Nintendo World allowed not only access to the eagerly anticipated expansion, but an opportunity to experience its signature attraction, Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge. There was nothing unusual on the announcement board in the upper…
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Super Nintendo World Comes to Life Ahead of Opening at Universal Studios Hollywood
Super Nintendo World will be opening at Universal Studios Hollywood on February 17, 2023. When it does, guests will be able to experience the world of Mario and Luigi’s adventures in an immersive way like never before. Guests will enter Super Nintendo World through, appropriately enough, a green pipe. This is just what anyone who…
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New Tier More Options – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week Mr. DAPs covers the top five stories of the week from the world of Disney and geek. This week, there were a lot of possible stories to cover but only five of them made the cut! Make sure to check out the rest of these stories on DAPS…
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A Time to Expand and a Time to Dream – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1126 (#549)
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week, there is a LOT of ground to cover as there was a lot of news! Join Mr. DAPs and Caitie as they geek out about all that is going on, mainly from the world of Disney… but also from beyond. This week on the show the geeks will talk…
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Los Angeles and Orange Counties Moving to Orange Tier – Increasing Theme Park Capacity
Tomorrow, Los Angeles and Orange Counties will be making their moves from the red tier to the orange tier. This means that theme parks, like Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood, will be able to increase theme park capacity to 25%. Here were the guidelines for theme park reopening under red tier: Effective April 1, 2021:…
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Universal Studios Hollywood to Reopen on April 16 with Special AP Benefits
After closing last March, Universal Studios Hollywood is ready to reopen! The theme park has announced that it plans to open to the public on April 16. If you are a Universal Studios season or annual pass holder, you have a chance to get a sneak peek of the park on April 15 with bonus…
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A Proposed California State Assembly Bill Could Speed Up Reopening of Disneyland Resort
A California State Assembly bill to be co-sponsored by California Assemblymember Sharon Quirk-Silva and Assemblywoman Suzette Martinez-Valladares could see the Disneyland Resort and other theme parks opening earlier than the current plan from Governor Gavin Newsom. Under the current guidelines, theme parks in California with a capacity of less than 15,000 would be able to…
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California Officials Complete Tours of Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood
Earlier this week, California officials announced that they would be taking a tour through major in-state theme parks. These tours would help to develop the reopening plans for theme parks in California as they have remained closed since Mid-March. A spokesman from Universal Studios Hollywood said “We were grateful for the opportunity to share our…
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Welcome to Pandora! – Geeks Corner – Episode 636
Welcome to Geeks Corner! There is a lot to geek out about around the Disney universe. This week we find ourselves geeking out about things in both Florida and California. In California Summer of Heroes continues to immerse guests in the world of Marvel. With all of the new experiences, the question has to be…
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Christmas Comes to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood!
Christmas came early this year for Harry Potter fans this year. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood will be celebrating this most magical holiday. The Wizarding World will celebrate Christmas with new decorations, new festive foods, and a beautiful new projection show on Hogwarts castle. Watch this video to see details: Christmas Coming to…
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“The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle” Coming to Universal Studios Hollywood This Summer!
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood is going to get even more magical this summer! The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle will be casting new spells on guests starting June 23 with this immersive projection experience highlights the four houses of Hogwarts. Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff and Slytherin houses will each get their moments…
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DuckTales Oo oo! – Geeks Corner – Episode 611
Welcome to Geeks Corner! As Christmas draws near, it’s time to geek out about Grinchmas at Universal Studios Hollywood! Tyler and Hayley visited over the weekend and brought back a special video for everyone to enjoy. DuckTales has also released a new teaser and the geeks evaluate it along with some of the elements that have…
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Four Parks In One Day – Can It Be Done??
It was a Monday. Two intrepid adventurers set forth to conquer Southern California theme parks. Armed with annual passes and magic wands, these two had a grand adventure. Yes, I’m talking about myself and Mr. Camjaxn himself, Cameron. We took one day to go to four theme parks before the last one closed. Keep in…
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Harry Potter is a Geek – Geeks Corner – Episode 522
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, there is a lot of Harry Potter being discussed. Before that though, there is news regarding the High School Musical franchise. The 4th movie in the franchise is in the works. Do you think this is a good idea? Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters also is on the way. Guests will soon…
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You’re a Mean One, Mr. Voldemort – Geeks Corner – Episode 510
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week it’s all about Christmas, Disneyland, Star Wars, and Harry Potter… err Voldemort! Yes, we named he who should not be named. Candlelight Procession was this last weekend at the Disneyland Resort. On Saturday night Geena Davis was the narrator and on Sunday Lana Parilla narrated. With Christmas now at…