Universal-related venues announce Halloween and holiday seasonal events

Universal-related venues are preparing for upcoming seasonal events. The Once Upon A Night Market, a Halloween nostalgia-themed event, is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, at the DoubleTree by Hilton near the entrance to Universal Orlando. The market will feature over 60 vendors offering artwork, apparel, and collectibles, alongside activities such as trick-or-treating and a costume contest.

Universal Studios Hollywood has also announced its holiday lineup, running from November 21, 2026, through January 3, 2027. Festivities include Grinchmas, featuring a 65-foot Christmas tree and character meet-and-greets, as well as the debut of Illumination’s Merry Minions in Minion Land. The holiday season will also include themed celebrations in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and the Mushroom Kingdom.