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Universal Studios Hollywood Announces 2026 Calendar With Dates for Horror Nights and Fan Fest

The release gives guests a yearlong roadmap, with the new high‑speed coaster still testing and its opening date yet to be announced.

Overview

  • Halloween Horror Nights returns on select nights from September 3 through November 1, 2026, according to the park’s schedule.
  • Universal Fan Fest Nights runs select nights April 23–May 16, 2026 as a separately ticketed event, featuring a Scooby‑Doo and Universal Monsters mash‑up announced by the park.
  • Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, the park’s first high‑speed outdoor coaster, is slated for 2026 and is in ride‑vehicle testing with no specific opening date.
  • A limited‑time Annual Pass offer grants three extra months free with a new 12‑month pass purchase through April 8, 2026, subject to restrictions.
  • Seasonal staples are set: Butterbeer Season (March–May), Mega Movie Summer (June–August), Back to Hogwarts (August–September), and Holidays at Universal (November–December), alongside multiple Pass Member giveaways and events.