Universal Studios Grinchmas show, breakfast with the Grinch 2011

The Grinchmas holiday show

While Disney has Mickey Mouse, Universal Studios has the Grinch! During the Christmas holiday season don’t miss Grinchmas, staring the Grinch himself and the folks from Whoville.

Who doesn’t love the holiday classic, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”? If your kids are fans, head to Orlando this December to see the story performed live at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

The performance includes a wonderfully whimsical version of Whoville, all your favorite Whoville residents, amazing costumes, and of course, the Grinch himself. The action is accompanied by the music of Mannheim Steamroller.
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Macys Christmas holiday parade at Universal Studios 2011

Universal Studios is getting ready for the holiday season, and one of the best events there is the Macy’s Christmas holiday parade at Universal Studios 2011!

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade is an American icon, a beloved harbinger for the holiday season in the United States. Have you ever wondered where the floats go for Christmas?

They go to Universal Studios theme park in Florida! You can see the excitement and magic of Macy’s Holiday Parade without having to make a trip to New York City. The parade is held in the Universal Orlando park, NOT Islands of Adventure.
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Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights 2011 Haunted Houses, shows

Universal Studios Halloween Horror nights 2011

It’s time once again to tell you what will be going on at this years Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights 2011! Last year I was a bit disappointed as everything seemed the same, so to speak.

But this year they seem to be mixing it up a bit so maybe it will be worth the price. Each year they have a central theme, or head horror character. This year that character seems to be Lady Luck.

As it says in their official Halloween Horror nights website, try your luck at staying alive during horror nights and hope your luck does not run out! Sounds pretty cool to me.
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Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights ticket prices, express passes

Express pass prices are set for Halloween Horror nights!

Today I wanted give all you Universal Studios Halloween Horror nights fans an update. They have a website just for this event and they have been updating it as this years event gets closer.

They now have all the Universal Studios Halloween Horror nights ticket prices and express passes set, so you can buy them now. If your a devoted fan of this gore-fess then you want to get them fast!

The express passes cost extra. They are an extra pass on top of your normal ticket that lets you by-pass the normal lines for ONE time per haunted house and select rides per night.
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Special Harry Potter fans event at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Special Harry Potter event at the wizarding world of harry potter

For all you Harry Potter fans I wanted to let you know of a special event that will be going on at Universal Studios The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, November 11 to 13 2011.

As you all know the very last Harry Potter movie, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows part 2, has now been shown, wrapping up the incredible Harry Potter saga.

I went and saw it a few weeks ago, it was fantastic! Anyways, now that all the Harry Potter movies have been shown Universal Studios decided to make a special event for this fall to celebrate all the great Harry Potter movies.
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IMPACT wrestling taping shows at Universal Studios

Universal Studios now taping IMPACT wrestling shows live!

Universal Studios does a lot of live show taping that many don’t know about. One of them is the popular IMPACT wrestling shows you can see live.

If you’re a wrestling fan, you don’t want to miss the action live and in person at Orlando’s Universal Studios. Impact wrestling is hot right now. Maybe you’ve seen it on the Spike television network.

Impact Wrestling is the most exciting and action-packed form of professional wrestling on the planet, and it’s filmed at Universal Studios, at the Impact Wrestling Zone. You can find it at the parks Soundstage 21.
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LeakyCon 2011 Harry Potter convention at Universal Studios

Harry Potter LeakyCon 2011

For Harry Potter fans it’s time to get excited about the LeakyCon 2011 convention! This year it will be held at Universal Studios in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, of course.

It was a natural to hold LeakyCon at Harry Potter land this year, as what better place to meet cast members of the Harry Potter movies, go on a Horcrux hunt and see stage presentations and fan videos from Potter fans.

Plus on midnight July 14th they can see the “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II” movie at Universal Studios citywalk mutiplex theater.
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Universal Studios Orlando 4th of July fireworks, shows 2011

Soon the 4th of July 2011 will be here, and everyone wants to know what the theme parks will be doing to celebrate! So what about Universal Studios Orlando 4th of July fireworks and shows?

Well to be honest Universal Studios does not do much extra for the 4th of July. There are no fireworks over at Islands of Adventure. Nor are there any fireworks at CityWalk, the nightclub area.

However they will be putting on a bigger fourth of July fireworks show over at Universal Studios Orlando, the “old” park. It’s part of their Universal 360: A Cinesphere Spectacular show they hold each night during the summer.
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Wizarding world of Harry Potter Flight of the Hippogriff ride

Wizarding world of Harry Potter Flight of the Hippogriff ride

If you have little kids in tow on your trip to The Wizarding world of Harry Potter at Universal Studios, and they’re Harry Potter fans, they’ll probably be disappointed that they can’t ride Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.

Riders for that attraction have to be at least 48 inches tall. If, however, your little wizards are at least 36 inches tall, they can enjoy the Flight of the Hippogriff ride roller coaster.

What’s a hippogriff? A hippogriff is a mythological creature that has the head of an eagle and the body of a horse. Here’s the back story to the ride: Hagrid, the Care of Magical Creatures teacher, teaches young wizards-in-training to fly a Hippogriff.
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Universal Studios Rock the Universe Christian Music Festival 2011

Universal Studios Rock the Universe Christian Music Festival 2011

Grab the kids, pack your bags, and head to Universal Studios Rock the Universe Christian Music Festival 2011, Florida’s largest Christian music festival. The event will span an entire weekend, including September 9, 10, and 11, 2011.

The whole family can experience some amazing entertainment, inspiration, fellowship, faith, and fun – all rolled into one!

And there’s more. With Fan Zone, you’ll have the chance to meet some of your favorite artists. Dr. Jay Strack, president of Student Leadership University, will be on hand Saturday to lead everyone in an unforgettable candlelighting ceremony.
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Universal Studios summer concert series 2011

Universal Studios summer concert series weekends!

Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida has a great summer concert series coming up this summer. These exciting concerts kick off on June 11 with the Go-Gos. All of the summer concerts start at 9:00 p.m.

There will be three concerts in June as well as three in July. The final concert of the summer will be given on July 16 with Drake. With this awesome lineup, everyone is sure to enjoy the events!

Here’s the Universal Studios summer concert series list, date and artist, with a lineup of the summer concert series performers:
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Emeril’s restaurant at Universal Studios

Emeril's restaurant in Orlando

Emeril’s Orlando is one of the most highly rated restaurants in town. It has received various awards and recognition from a wide range of national publications such as Southern Living, Child magazine, Bon Appetit, USA Today, Food & Wine, Esquire, Good Morning America and others.

This popular restaurant is highlighted by shimmering glass, oversized art prints and bright colors. The service is impeccable and the ambiance is elegant. It’s located in the Citywalk section of Universal Studios.

This flamboyant celebrity chef’s restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine with a heavy Cajun accent. The atmosphere is relaxing and enjoyable while the food is simply spectacular. The wait staff is absolutely the best in the area, giving every diner a feeling of being special.
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