Universal Studios Hollywood introduced as we speak it would launch a sequence of after-hours Fan Fest Nights in Spring 2025 primarily based on the Star Trek franchise, Back to the Future and the world of Dungeons & Dragons.
Developed by creators of the park’s smash hit Halloween Horror Nights, the Universal Fan Fest Nights can be limited-time, individually ticketed, after-hours occasions immersing guests within the varied leisure worlds. For now, they are going to be unique to Universal Studios Hollywood.
“For decades, Universal Studios Hollywood has been a leader in creating and executing innovative special events that are consistent with our brand,” Scott Strobl, govt vice chairman and normal supervisor of Universal Studios Hollywood, mentioned in an announcement. “From our esteemed Halloween Horror Nights event to this all-new Universal Fan Fest Nights experience, we are thrilled about how this breakthrough program will continue to elevate the guest experience in an all-new way.”
Of course, such separately-ticketed occasions provide an entire new income stream for the park, a wise transfer given the latest drop in elevated submit pandemic park income.
In July, NBCUniversal mother or father Comcast reported decrease numbers at its theme parks, which had vaulted to new heights post-Covid. Revenue fell almost 10% and earnings dropped 24% for the second quarter led to June.
According to the park’s assertion as we speak, the brand new immersive in-world experiences’ will embrace stay leisure, cosplay, themed meals and “various types of specialized merchandise.”
