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Universal Orlando Annual Passholders can officially start counting down the days. Universal has announced the return of Passholder Nights for 2026, giving Annual and Seasonal Passholders two exclusive evenings to enjoy Universal Studios Florida after regular park hours.
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This year’s Passholder Nights will take place on August 15 and August 16, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Reservations will open on July 7, and Passholders will need to act fast as attendance is limited and reservations will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Passholders can reserve a spot for themselves and up to eight additional Passholders, but there is one important catch: each Passholder may only attend one of the two event nights. To complete the reservation process, guests will need the Pass ID numbers for everyone in their party. Registration must be completed by someone 18 years of age or older, and younger Passholders must be accompanied by a registered legal guardian.
While Universal has not yet revealed the full lineup of entertainment, exclusive offerings, or special experiences planned for the event, the resort is teasing additional details as part of this year’s Passholder Appreciation Days celebration. Historically, Passholder Nights have included exclusive ride access, specialty entertainment, unique photo opportunities, and complimentary offerings reserved exclusively for Passholders.
Passholders staying at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel will have access to early event check-in beginning at 2:00 p.m. through the Universal Studios Florida Group Gate. General event check-in will begin at 4:00 p.m. at the park’s front entrance turnstiles. Guests attending must present a valid Annual or Seasonal Pass, photo ID, and event reservation confirmation.
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Universal also noted that the Premier Annual Pass Universal Express benefit will not be valid during Passholder Nights. However, applicable Passholder food and merchandise discounts will continue to be honored during the event.
With reservations opening in just a couple of weeks and attendance capped, Passholders may want to mark July 7 on their calendars now. If past events are any indication, available spots could disappear faster than a Minion spotting a banana.
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