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Universal Studios Hollywood Launches 2025 Grinchmas With Who-ville Takeover

The Who-ville makeover anchors a broader holiday lineup highlighted by meet-and-greets, specialty food, nightly tree lighting.

Overview

  • Universal Plaza has been transformed into Who-ville for the seasonal event, with The Grinch, Max, the Mayor and other citizens greeting guests throughout the day.
  • Storytime with Cindy Lou Who presents readings of How the Grinch Stole Christmas during daytime programming.
  • A roughly 65-foot Grinchmas tree is lit each evening in a ceremony scheduled around 5:45 p.m.
  • Grinch-themed snacks are sold in Universal Plaza while Hollywood and Dine features a dedicated menu, from the Who-B-Q Roast Beastwich and Max’s Hot Dog to the vegan Roast Beast-less Loaf.
  • Grinchmas runs alongside Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and park-wide decorations, and reporters note increased off-site promotions for The Grinch including TV and fast-food tie-ins referencing Walton Goggins.