Universal Studios Hollywood Fan Fest Nights 2026 Lineup Announced

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the lineup for the second edition of its now-annual Fan Fest Nights . The event, which is exclusive to Universal Studios Hollywood, runs for 12 nights only. The dates are April 23-25; May 1-3, 7-9, 14-16, 2026. Among the all-new experiences this year: Scooby-Doo Meets The Universal Monsters and One Piece and surprises in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Super Nintendo World. Here is a breakdown of each new experience: Scooby-Doo Meets The Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot. This all-new, immersive walk-through adventure is designed to give guests the sensation of stepping into a live-action mystery with the Scooby-Doo gang and the Universal Monsters. Guests will travel to the destination via Studio Tour tram where they have a chance to walk along a movie studio backlot with Scooby-Doo himself and his pals Fred, Daphne, Velma and Shaggy. While navigating the backlot, they’ll solve a mystery involving Frankenstein, Dracula, Bride of Frankenstein and Wolf Man. Settings include the cobblestone streets of Little Europe to the iconic Court of Miracles, the original filming locations for portions of the historic Universal horror films Frankenstein (1931) and The Wolf Man (1941). Watch on Deadline One Piece Grand Pirate Show: One Piece returns to Universal Fan Fest Nights, but this time as a live show extravaganza at the WaterWorld show venue. Inspired by the success of the Universal Studios Japan production, One Piece: Grand Pirate Show will invite guests to a performance featuring a cast of fan-favorite characters. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: This new, unique, walk-through experience will take guests into the depths of the Forbidden Forest in search of a lost Hippogriff. With guidance from a Hogwarts Professor, they will encounter magical creatures and familiar beasts as they face a series of obstacles which will require them to summon their bravery and cast spells to help a Hippogriff in need. Super Nintendo World - Colorful Yoshi Celebration: A vibrant, multi-colored Yoshi celebration in Super Nintendo World. This all-new adventure will welcome guests to explore the land, where they will have a chance to meet new, colorful Yoshis throughout the Mushroom Kingdom. Dungeons & Dragons: Secrets of Waterdeep: This fan-favorite immersive experience returns due to popular demand, along with some enhancements. Inspired by the World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game, in this walk-through experience guests and fans to partake in a one-of-a-kind adventure and explore the fantastic world of D&D. Guests will join the Harpers - a heroic spy network - to foil a plot by the legendary beholder Xanathar and save the city of Waterdeep. A giant floating eyeball of sorts, Xanathar was uniquely created by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop. Tickets are on sale now with options including General Admission, Universal Express and Universal Express Unlimited. Universal Fan Fest is a separately-ticketed event. Guests can also experience select theme park attractions open during the event, including Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Flight of the Hippogriff, Jurassic World-The Ride, Despicable Me Minion...

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