Universal Orlando Resort Hotels Announce Lineup of Fall Special Events

Fall 2025 Events Announced at Universal Orlando Hotels

Universal Orlando’s on-site resorts are turning up the volume and flavor this fall with a stacked lineup of special events across Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, and Loews Royal Pacific Resort. From nostalgic boy band throwbacks and rock legends to Italian wine nights and Hawaiian feasts, there’s something for every taste.

Here’s what’s coming to the hotels this season:

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Velvet Unplugged featuring Dream Street
Hard Rock Hotel is kicking things off with a blast from the early 2000s. Matt Ballinger and Greg Raposo, original members of Dream Street, will perform an intimate acoustic set in the lobby. Fans can sing along to hits like “It Happens Every Time” and “Sugar Rush.”
• Date: Friday, September 12 at 7:00 pm
• Location: Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando

Pinktober Velvet Sessions featuring Sister Hazel
Velvet Sessions returns with a special Pinktober edition featuring Sister Hazel. Get ready for a night of high-energy music with favorites like “All For You” and “Champagne High.”
• Date: Thursday, September 25 at 6:30 pm
• Location: Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando

Harbor Nights La Dolce Vita
Raise a glass under the stars at Portofino Bay’s Harbor Piazza. This Italian-inspired evening combines fine wines, delicious food, and live entertainment with the option to upgrade to a VIP six-course wine dinner featuring Santa Margherita.
• Date: Friday, October 17 from 6:30 – 10:00 pm
• Location: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando

Halloween Velvet Sessions featuring Sebastian Bach
Things get spooky and loud when Sebastian Bach takes over Hard Rock Hotel for an adults-only Halloween Velvet Sessions. Expect legendary rock anthems like “18 and Life” and “Youth Gone Wild.”
• Date: Thursday, October 30 at 6:30 pm
• Location: Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando

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Wantilan Luau
Over at Royal Pacific, the Wantilan Luau continues to bring a taste of Hawaii every Saturday night. Guests can feast on Polynesian-inspired dishes including pit-roasted pig, Hawaiian chicken teriyaki, and ahi poke salad, while enjoying a lively dinner show filled with music and traditional dancing.
• Date: Saturday evenings year-round from 6:00 – 8:30 pm
• Location: Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando

Tickets for all events are available now, but space is limited. Whether you’re looking for a wine-filled night in Italy, a nostalgic boy band reunion, or a Hawaiian feast, Universal Orlando’s hotels are serving up the perfect fall escape.

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