# Universal seasonal event announcements

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/universal-seasonal-event-announcements
> Updated: 2026-10-14T20:30:15.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Universal-related venues have announced seasonal programming for the late 2026 period. Initial announcements included a Halloween-themed night market at the DoubleTree by Hilton near Universal Orlando, featuring over 60 vendors and costume contests.

Subsequent updates focused on the holiday lineup at Universal Studios Hollywood, scheduled from November 21, 2026, to January 3, 2027. These festivities include ‘Grinchmas’ with a 65-foot Christmas tree, the debut of ‘Merry Minions’ in Minion Land, and themed celebrations within the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Super Nintendo World. Additionally, the retail brand Lush has launched a themed collaboration with The Grinch, featuring a new sour apple fragrance.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-14: The Grinch and Minions feature in upcoming holiday celebrations

Universal Studios Hollywood and Lush are launching holiday-themed celebrations and products featuring The Grinch and Minions for the upcoming festive season.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/the-grinch-and-minions-feature-in-upcoming-holiday-celebrations

### 2026-10-07: Universal-related venues announce Halloween and holiday seasonal events

Universal-related attractions are hosting seasonal events, including a Halloween nostalgia night market in Orlando and holiday celebrations like Grinchmas at Universal Studios Hollywood.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universal-related-venues-announce-halloween-and-holiday-seasonal-events

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