Universal Orlando Festivities
Contributed by
Becky Cain
Looking for the spirit of Christmas on your next vacation? One of my absolute favorite places to find that holiday magic is at Universal Orlando!
While it may be too late to celebrate the holiday season this year in Universal Orlando, our AMAAB crew can start planning ahead for you now and secure a festive vacation for your family next year! Check out below what makes Universal Orlando an incredible location for Christmas activities.
Here’s some of my favorite holiday happenings at the parks:
Christmas in the Wizarding World is perfect for getting into a holiday mood with Christmas decorations galore and a hot butterbeer in your hand. Head over to Diagon Alley to hear the sounds of the seasons from Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees or stop in front of Hogwarts Castle in Hogsmeade for Christmas songs from the Frog Choir. End your night with The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle, a light projection show full of festive merriment!
Christmas wouldn’t be complete without the story of the Grinch and how his heart grew three sizes after his antics with the wonderful Whos! Step right into the story when you visit Seuss Landing during the holiday season with bright over the top decorations, Who’s out in their best Who-liday garb celebrating and character meet and greets with the Grinch himself! Need a little extra dose of Grinch goodness? Make sure to see Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular for a full retelling of the classic tale!
Grab a friend and pose by the giant Christmas tree in the New York section of Universal Studios and see if you can find the Christmas mascot, Earl the Squirrel. Legend has it that the original mischievous Earl bit through the lights of the tree in his excitement for Christmas and has now found his way into the heart of Christmas at Universal. Each year an animatronic Earl is hidden in a new spot for guests to find!
Across the street, enter a magical Christmas wonderland in the Holiday Tribute Department Store! This mecca of shopping, Christmas decorations and photo ops is always a sure fire way to find your Christmas spirit.
The Holiday Parade featuring Macy's is a fantastic way to end your Christmas adventure with colorful characters from your favorite Universal shows and movies, larger than life floats and massive balloons high above the streets of Universal Studios. Dance along with the parade or watch in wonder as the festivities wrap up with a visit from Santa Clause high atop his sleigh wishing you a “Merry Christmas”.
Looking for even more ways to celebrate the season at Universal Orlando? Be sure to ask your AMAAB agent about the Holiday VIP Tour and Breakfast with the Grinch!
Ready to pick dates for next year? Get started here with our incredible advisors.
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