My ticket is secure and yours can be too! Universal Studios Hollywood just released tickets for their all-new after-hours event, FanFest Nights!
This event is like a con meets theme park adventure, packed with immersive experiences, exclusive food and merch, and epic encounters with some of the biggest fandoms out there.
Running on select nights from April 25 – May 18, 2025, it’s a dream come true for anyone who loves Star Trek, Back to the Future, Dungeons & Dragons, One Piece, Jujutsu Kaisen, Harry Potter, and Super Nintendo World!
Here’s everything you need to know:
🚀 Star Trek: Boldly Go Where No Fan Has Gone Before
Step aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise-D for Star Trek: Red Alert, an all-new walkthrough adventure bringing you face-to-face with an intergalactic mystery. This is a must for Trekkies, featuring real set pieces from Star Trek: Picard! Then, grab a drink at Quark’s Café or 10 Forward Bar (Ceti Eel Margarita, anyone? 🛸🍸), and stock up on exclusive Starfleet merch.
⏳ Back to the Future: Hill Valley Comes to Life
Hop aboard the Universal Fan Tram for a time-traveling journey through Courthouse Square, where you’ll step into the world of Back to the Future! Meet Doc Brown and Marty McFly, and dance the night away at the Enchantment Under the Sea dance. Oh, and they’re recreating the Clock Tower lightning strike! ⚡ Plus, indulge in ’50s-inspired food to complete the nostalgia trip.
🎲 Dungeons & Dragons: Save Waterdeep!
Roll for initiative! Enter Waterdeep and join fellow adventurers in Secrets of Waterdeep, a thrilling quest to take down Xanathar the Beholder. After your adventure, refuel at The First Roll Tavern with an Eldritch Blast cocktail, then grab some D&D-inspired collectibles to complete your cosplay.
🏴☠️ One Piece: A Pirate’s Night Out
Set sail with Luffy and the Straw Hat Crew in an interactive One Piece Fan Zone! Get sketched as a wanted pirate, meet your favorite characters, and dig into pirate-themed snacks. Adventure awaits!
🌀 Jujutsu Kaisen: Enter the World of Sorcery
Watch Jujutsu Kaisen: Hunger of the Cursed on the big screen at DreamWorks Theatre, and fuel up with Jujutsu Kaisen-inspired snacks. Don’t forget to grab some magical merch before you leave!
🧙♂️ Harry Potter: A Spellbinding Night at Hogwarts™
Hogsmeade™ will be more magical than ever, featuring:
✨ The debut of the new Hogwarts™ Always projection show
🐉 Live magical creatures, including a baby dragon, an Occamy, and a mischievous Niffler
🥂 A Three Broomsticks™ evening feast (reservations required!)
🪄 The Collector’s Edition interactive wand—only available at Universal Studios Hollywood!
🍄 Super Nintendo World: Yoshi Joins the Fun!
For the first time ever, Yoshi is making his meet-and-greet debut! Plus, you can:
🥚 Join a Yoshi Egg scavenger hunt
🎆 Watch nightly drone celebrations
🍄 Try Yoshi-themed food at Toadstool Cafe™ (reservations required)
🛍️ Grab exclusive Yoshi merch
This event is shaping up to be THE ultimate after-hours celebration for theme park and pop culture fans. Tickets are on sale now, so don’t miss out!
Are you planning to go? What fandom are you most excited for? Let’s talk it out in the comments! 👇 🎟️✨
See you there!
Julia
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About the Author: Hey there! I’m Julia, a passionate theme park and travel writer. My love for theme parks has fueled my obsession with sharing tips and adventures for years. Join me as I uncover the magic of Universal Studios and beyond!
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