Universal Orlando Sets 2026 Year-Round Events Roadmap

Overview

• Universal confirmed a resort-wide 2026 calendar anchored by recurring offerings such as Rock the Universe, Mardi Gras, Butterbeer Season, Back to Hogwarts, and Volcano Bay Nights.
• Halloween Horror Nights enters its 35th year as an extended nighttime season, with key house and experience details intentionally withheld to build anticipation.
• The Wizarding World establishes the year’s emotional rhythm through timed rituals and overlays, including Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle.
• CityWalk is positioned as a standalone draw through seasonal bar overlays, live entertainment, and viewing events that keep the destination active beyond park hours.
• Passholder Appreciation Days and targeted perks are emphasized to encourage repeat visitation, with holiday programming stretching resort festivities into early January.