With the Thanksgiving holiday over and the Macy’s Parade complete, Orlando theme park Universal Studios can now begin their holiday festivities. Several of the breathtaking balloons and floats are sent from New York to Universal Studios for its very own holiday parade! This is just one of the great holiday festivities going on at Universal. Balloons, floats, marching bands, clowns and an appearance from Santa are followed by a spectacular tree lighting ceremony with music and a dazzling display of lights! The parade is from December 5, 2015 through January 2, 2016 at various times depending upon the day of the week.
The holiday festivities at Universal Orlando also include the return of Mannheim Steamroller. Live performances are scheduled on select Saturday and Sunday nights in December. The show is included with your theme park admission or Annual Pass. Who doesn’t enjoy their music during this time of the year?!
Mannheim Steamroller performs live on the following dates:
- December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 & 20, 2015
If you are a typical ‘grinch’ this time of year, you’ll not want to miss “Grinchmas™” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. All Dr. Seuss fans are sure to adore the Seuss Landing™ area as it is transformed into the whimsical world of Grinchmas. Be sure to explore every nook and cranny of this wintry wonderland, and see if you walk away feeling like a grinch!
ORLANDO TOURIST TIP: If you are looking to spend a little more time with your favorite Dr. Seuss characters, purchase a Character Breakfast with the Grinch & Friends. For $29.99/adult* and $16.99/child (9 & under)*, you can start the day at the Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous and enjoy a great meal. Strange creatures will perform acrobatics high above you as laugh with the Grinch and make priceless holiday memories. The 2015 dates are Dec. 5-6,10-13, 17-20, 23-31, with seating times from 8am-10:00am.
*plus tax. Theme park admission required.
Other holiday shows at Islands of Adventure are held in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. All ages will enjoy these special productions. Waiting after Thanksgiving until the celebration begins at this Orlando theme park is well worth the wait!
