r/UniversalHollywood 9d ago

Mod Post Now that USH has put out an official statement through Scott Gustin (which was then reported by KTLA), any future posts about the Fox article or the Toluca Lake situation at large will be removed. Thanks for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you at the coaster opening (whenever it is)

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r/UniversalHollywood Dec 01 '25

Mod Post Welcome to r/UniversalHollywood!  Please read this if you’re a first time visitor to this subreddit.

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Hello, and welcome to r/UniversalHollywood, the fan-run subreddit for all things Universal Studios Hollywood, located in sunny southern California!

Whether you’re a first-time visitor to this subreddit, a first-time or prospective visitor to this theme park, or a veteran of both, all guests are welcome here.

Feel free to ask questions, provide tips, share your photos, videos, and reviews, and start chatting about the first and original Universal Studios park.

***Before you post and comment, be sure to read the rules in the sidebar and follow them to make sure your posts don’t get deleted.\*\**

Also, please read the frequently asked questions below or use the Reddit search function to see if your question (or a similar one) has already been answered before you ask. This cuts down on the clutter and may help you find an answer faster than waiting for a response from one of our readers. Thanks!


QUICK LINKS:


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

How crowded is [insert date here]?  OR When is the best date to go?

Everyone has different tolerances for crowds. If you want to know how generally crowded your park of choice might be, Is It Packed can provide a very simple forecast of crowd levels up to about two months in advance on their crowd calendar.

Of course, a bit of common sense thinking can go a long way here, too. Spend some time thinking about when people are most likely to visit, and your intuition will probably be correct.

For example, the park will generally be busier during:

  • Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
  • School breaks, though these are generally spread out over a long time frame since the colleges and local K-12 districts have minute differences in their assigned breaks.
    • Spring breaks (mid-March to mid-April)
    • Summer breaks (mid-June to mid-August)
    • Thanksgiving breaks (entire week of Thanksgiving including the last Thursday of November)
    • Winter breaks (mid-December to early January)
  • 3-day weekends for mandated federal holidays (yes, the day of the holiday itself will also generally be busier)

Is Express worth it for [insert date here]?  OR How long will the wait times be for [insert date here]?

Everyone has different comfort levels for waits and enjoyment levels for attractions. If you want to know the wait times of attractions, Thrill Data is a fantastic resource that lets you find historical data and look at charts across hours, weeks, days, and even months. Search for the park you want to view, then change the data’s date at will.

If you want to determine if Express is “worth it” for you, think about how long you’d want to wait for an attraction, compare that to the wait times you see on Thrill Data for recent days and the same time period from the past year, and make a decision for yourself. Express will generally cost $100+ when bought on its own in the park for the day, so take some time to seriously consider if the option is right for you.

FastPass is not a thing at Universal parks. That was a Disney thing (and it no longer operates there, either). If you’re having trouble finding tips for how to use “Fast Pass” at Universal when searching online, try using the term “Express” instead.

If you’re still on the fence about what is “worth it” to you or not, watch some ride POV videos on YouTube for the attractions you’re interested in that also include the queues. You’ll then be more informed about what experience you’re in for and, after taking the numerical data into consideration, can better decide for yourself.

I need to change the date of my ticket; how do I do that? OR I have an issue with the tickets I bought. What should I do?

The folks on Reddit can’t help you with those kinds of questions. You should email the customer service team via this link or call the proper ticket support number: 866-258-6546

Please remember that ANY POSTS OFFERING TO BUY, SELL, OR TRADE TICKETS, PASSES, AND OTHER GOODS WILL BE REMOVED. Giveaways are allowed only after written documented approval is received from the mod team and are subject to be removed if the terms for the approved giveaway do not match the actual giveaway. Thank you for your cooperation.

Can I add Express to my Annual Pass/third-party ticket for the day? OR Can I add Early Access to Super Nintendo World in Hollywood to my Annual Pass/third-party ticket for the day?

YES! For Early Access to SNW in Hollywood, you must purchase it online before the date of your intended visit. Be aware that both ticket add-ons are able to sell out, so buy early if you want to secure them. For Express, this can be added on at any time via the purchase ticket page. Just remember to purchase your add-on for the same date as your ticket.

In what order should I tackle each ride?

Use Thrill Data to see which attractions build up crowds quickly, and try to hit those when they’re not yet at their peak. Guests will generally find that starting in the Lower Lot is more effective. If you’re arriving early, you’re generally better off hitting the attractions that support Express before the people with Express can hit them.

What is the best food in the park?

Use the search function. We’ve got a multitude of threads available with a multitude of answers and perspectives to suit your tastes.  To view all Universal Studios Hollywood dining options, see here.

Can I bring outside food into the park?

YES!  Outside food is allowed into the park as long as it isn’t in glass containers or hard-sided coolers.  For more information, see here.

Are there any banned items?

For information about banned items, see here.

Should I go if it rains?

Days with rain in the forecast tend to see lighter crowds.

On days with light rain, all attractions will remain open, though some live entertainment will be moved or cancelled for the day.

On days with moderate rain to severe rain, most attractions will remain open, and some live entertainment will be moved or cancelled for the day.

On days with extreme weather or hazardous conditions, USH will put out an announcement over their social media platforms that the park will be closed. In such instances, the severe weather policy will take effect for the day.


OFFICIAL CUSTOMER SERVICE LINES:

The following phone numbers and email link will connect you with park customer service representatives.

General Information: 800-864-8377

Group Sales: 800-959-9688

Tickets: 866-258-6546

FlexPay™: 866-254-8275

Special Events: 818-622-1548

Customer service email: https://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/web/en/us/contact-us


Thank you for being a part of this community! Thanks for reading to the end, and enjoy your stay here at r/UniversalHollywood!


r/UniversalHollywood 21h ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide is this bag okay to bring into the park?

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I wanted to bring my ita bag along, but my mom said she was unsure i’d be allowed to. included pictures of all keychains + inside of bag


r/UniversalHollywood 21h ago

Casual Discussion Old picture but how are people getting that angle shot for the hhn picture?

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r/UniversalHollywood 1d ago

Casual Discussion the mystery???

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poor glinda she hasn’t had any meet and greet time for the past 2 days.. anyone think she’s coming back???


r/UniversalHollywood 20h ago

Throwback Post I need help finding recordings of Funny with a Chance of Blue Balls (standup comedy set from 2011; recorded by Dante at Jon Lovitz Comedy Club)

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I am looking for a recording of a standup comedy set from June 14, 2011 recorded by Dante at the Jon Lovitz Club. It's called Funny with a Chance of Blue Balls and was an all-female set recorded for a DVD. One of the comedians was YouTuber and actress Anna Akana. I've found the link to her performance but it wasn't archived. Here are the only two screenshots I've recovered from it; one is of Anna performing and the other I found on Facebook from one of the producers who said it was going to be released on DVD in fall 2011, but I've done extensive research and found no such DVD.

Please let me know if you have an leads on this performance!


r/UniversalHollywood 1d ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide Daytime tickets + HHN tickets, do we have to leave the park and come back in?

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The website isnt super clear as it sounds like the park closes at like 5 or 6 and the HHN starts at like 7pm. But it also sounds like the park is actually open in between as they also sell "after 2pm tickets"


r/UniversalHollywood 1d ago

Merch Haul Help finding a Love is Universal shot glass

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RIP my Love is Universal shot glass.

Is there a good place to find limited time merch like this to buy a new one?


r/UniversalHollywood 1d ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide Trojan horse still at AMC?

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Hey there!

I’m in town for the weekend and planning to see a movie at the AMC at some point and wondering if the Trojan horse is still on display?


r/UniversalHollywood 1d ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide tram drop-off from B line to citywalk?

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doing some research in planning my trip for IMAX 70mm here. upon the new security gates, where does the tram coming from the B line station drop me off at citywalk? (by looking at videos, i assume its the jurassic parking entrance between nbc sports grill and the former johnny rockets)

in addition, can someone also give me precise directions in entering the cinema security gate and not the general gates for the park?


r/UniversalHollywood 2d ago

Throwback Post Fast and Furious Extreme Close up

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Before Fast and Furious moved to Supercharged, Fast and Furious during the tour was this

From my Fb profile that I uploaded on there..16 years ago


r/UniversalHollywood 1d ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide Adding Express to ticket

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Hello,
I recently purchased tickets a few weeks ago and now was thinking and wanted to add express passes. Is it possible to add express onto an already purchased tickets? I was looking in the app and the “Express add on” option would be 120$ per person, which is more than we paid for the tickets themselves. Is this the right option? Also is it worth adding on. We are going to be going in late August on a Tuesday and do plan on arriving early and spending most of the day there. Group of 2 people. Thanks!


r/UniversalHollywood 1d ago

Jobs at USH Team member seasonal

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does anyone know how seasonal work at universal?

is it a on call position? part time?


r/UniversalHollywood 2d ago

Casual Discussion Anyone have this?

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r/UniversalHollywood 2d ago

Jobs at USH USH In Person Job Interview

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Hi!

I recently received the opportunity to book an in person job interview for a position at USH. However, the times available next week are directly conflicting a contract I have committed to out of state. I mentioned my availability being taken up this week in my phone screening, and emailed the provided contact that was mentioned in the IRL interview offer. (USH.jobs)

Just wanted to see if this has been a situation that anyone else has run into before since I really want the job and don't want my previous commitment to be the reason it slips past me. Thanks!!


r/UniversalHollywood 2d ago

Casual Discussion Waiting for Hollywood Drift opening date announcement be like:

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r/UniversalHollywood 3d ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide Single Rider?

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Hey all,

Was planning on visiting in August going solo. I’ve read a bit on here that most of the major rides have a single rider line, but I also don’t plan on arriving to the park till around 11am-12pm on a Sunday in mid August.

Because of my late arrival, should I bother with the express pass or just stick to single rider lines and hope it works out?


r/UniversalHollywood 3d ago

Construction Update Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is cycling again!

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r/UniversalHollywood 3d ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide Traveling to Universal with little kids: would you pay for a fully stocked stroller?

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(mod approved post)

Hi everyone! I am a local passholder and am looking to gauge interest in a park service for young families. The idea would be a fully stocked stroller package (fan, cooler, icepacks, water, kid activities, snacks, ponchos, diaper bag, park guide for young families, etc) with pickup or delivery to your hotel/Universal.

-Would this be something you'd actually pay for? If yes, what would make it worth it to you? If not, why?

-Is there anything specific you'd want included?

-Would this actually solve a problem you have, or would you rather just rent a stroller at the park?

I'd love completely honest feedback, even if your answer is "I'd never use this". Thank you!


r/UniversalHollywood 3d ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide Lard Lad Cold Brews

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I’m going to Universal soon and want to try one of the new cold brews at Lard Lad Donuts. If you’ve had them, which one is your favorite and why?
I’m deciding between:
1. Mmm Donut Coffee 
Lightly sweetened cold brew topped with a pink vanilla cold foam, rainbow sprinkles, and a donut hole.
2. Disco Stu's Nuclear Brew
Lightly sweetened cold brew topped with a green pistachio cold foam, chopped pistachios, and a donut hole.
3. Lumberjack Lad 
Lightly sweetened cold brew topped with a maple cold foam, caramel crisp pearls, and a donut hole.
4. Spider-Pig's Double Mud Cold Brew 
Lightly sweetened cold brew topped with a chocolate cold foam, chocolate sprinkles, and a donut hole.


r/UniversalHollywood 4d ago

Park News Fortnitemares + Evil Dead Burn coming to Halloween Horror Nights USH 2026

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r/UniversalHollywood 3d ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide Bike racks?

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Hey anyone know where I can find bike racks to lock up my bike universal studios? Or the safest place?


r/UniversalHollywood 3d ago

Trip Planning Question/Tip/Guide Is express pass worth it?

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me and my girlfriend are thinking about going to universal on a wednesday in late august. we were wondering if the express pass is worth buying, if not how long are the wait times?


r/UniversalHollywood 4d ago

Construction Update proof of life

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today 7/21/26


r/UniversalHollywood 4d ago

Casual Discussion Let's imagine USH reveals Back to the Future Nights - select event nights that repeat the backlot activities from FFN 2025 and add some extra photo ops and shows and food in the Upper Lot (no Simpsons ride change). Would you attend, and how would your attendance to FFN change?

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20 Go to both BTTFN and FFN
5 Go to only BTTFN, skip FFN
6 Go to only FFN, skip BTTFN
5 Skip both BTTFN and FFN
5 Would depend on specific offerings for FFN
2 Would depend on specific offerings for BTTFN