Universal Orlando 2025 Holiday Details Announced Including New Who-Ville Tree Lot, Green & Red Coconut Club Theme

Universal Orlando Resort announced the dates and details of their 2025 holiday offerings, including the return of the Universal Holiday Tour, Tribute Store, and more.

2025 Holiday Dates

Universal Orlando Resort will celebrate the holidays from November 21, 2025, through January 3, 2026.

Universal Holiday Tour

The Universal Holiday Tour includes a walking tour and the following offerings:

• An exclusive meet-and-greet with The Grinch and his faithful dog Max;
• Reserved viewing area for Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s;
• Reserved seating area for “The Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular;”
• Cookie decorating, light bites and non-alcoholic beverages;
• An exclusive meet and greet photo opportunity with Santa Claus in Universal Studios Florida;
• And priority access to one pre-determined attraction at Universal Studios Florida.

Tickets for ages 3+ start at $79.99 and can be booked at www.UniversalOrlando.com/Holidays. Separate park-to-park admission is required.

Annual and Seasonal Passholders can get a $10 discount. Tickets for Passholders can be purchased through the VIP Call Center (1-866-346-9350) or by visiting the UOAP Lounge in Universal Islands of Adventure. Blockout dates apply.

The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast

The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast returns to Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous in Seuss Landing at Universal Islands of Adventure. Guests can enjoy a special menu of festive foods like Green Eggs & Ham Quiche, Mrs. Toffee Apple Dapple Cluck Crunch Chicken Sandwich, and Betty Lou Who Fluffy Ricotta Pancakes. Throughout the meal, guests will encounter Whos and the Grinch himself.

The breakfast experience is $58.99 for adults (ages 10+) and $32.99 for kids (ages 3 – 9). It can be booked at www.UniversalOrlando.com/Holidays. Separate admission to Universal Islands of Adventure is required.

Holiday Tribute Store

The Holiday Tribute Store will return with themed merchandise and rooms. Check out our tour of the 2024 Holiday Tribute Store.

Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s

Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s is back with larger-than-life balloons and appearances by the Minions of Despicable Me, Shrek and friends, Madagascar characters, and more. The parade culminates with the lighting of the park’s 80-foot Christmas tree led by Santa Claus. It’s scheduled for 5:30 p.m. each evening of the holiday season.

Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Celebrate Christmas in Diagon Alley, Hogsmeade, and — for the first time — wizarding Paris. All three Wizarding Worlds will celebrate the holidays this year with seasonal decorations like garlands and lights. Hot Butterbeer and holiday merchandise will be available.

At The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade in Universal Islands of Adventure, guests can enjoy seasonal melodies from The Frog Choir. In Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida, Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees will also perform seasonal songs and dances.

The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle returns to Hogsmeade. This show features projections and other special effects. Watch our video of last year’s show below.

Grinchmas and *NEW* Who-Ville Tree Lot

Seuss Landing is decked out with holiday decorations, including the new Who-ville Tree Lot. This space will feature a collection of whimsical trees themed to various Dr. Seuss characters.

Guests may encounter Whos wandering the land. The Grinch meet and greet will return daily to Honk Honkers.

Enjoy a live retelling of How the Grinch Stole Christmas with The Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular featuring music by Mannheim Steamroller. The show will be performed at 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. daily.

Christmas Decorations

New York in Universal Studios Florida and other areas of the parks will also be decorated for the holidays. Plus, guests can encounter characters in holiday outfits.

Epic Universe

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic and Celestial Park will both feature special decorations for their first holiday season.

Seasonal Holiday Merchandise

Seasonal merchandise available at Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe in Islands of Adventure and Park Plaza Holiday Shop in Universal Studios will include ornaments, hats, scarves, and more.

Seasonal Food & Beverage

Limited time holiday sweets, treats, and more menu items will be available throughout the theme parks and Universal CityWalk. These include specialty doughnuts and holiday cocktails (for ages 21+ with valid photo ID). In CityWalk, Bigfire and VIVO Italian Kitchen are among the restaurants that will have special menu items. As usual, The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen will have a seasonal milkshake.

Green & Red Coconut Club at Universal CityWalk

The theme of this year’s seasonal Green and Red Coconut Club overlay is Mistletoe Pines Ski Lodge. Guests will enjoy theming, holiday songs, signature cocktails, and an encounter with Earl the Squirrel upstairs for Earl’s Twelve Days of Christmas.

Earl the Squirrel Meet and Greet

In addition to appearances at Green and Red Coconut Club, Earl the Squirrel will also have a meet and greet on select dates in CityWalk Plaza.

Universal Orlando Resort Hotels

All 11 Universal Orlando Resort Hotels will get in on the fun with seasonal decorations, and special menus and buffets for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. Guests can also join Christmas tree lightnings, Hanukkah menorah lighting ceremonies, strolling carolers, and more.

New Year’s Eve

All three theme parks, CityWalk, and the hotels will have New Year’s Eve celebrations. Additional details will be announced later.

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Shannen Ace