FRISCO, Texas — An all-new holiday tradition is coming to Universal Kids Resort. Beginning November 20, 2026, through January 3, 2027, all kid kind can unwrap a season filled with wonder during the first-ever Holidays at Universal Kids Resort, where beloved characters, thousands of twinkling lights and an interactive winter wonderland leading to Santa turn the park into a jolly celebration made especially for kids.
HOLIDAY EXPERIENCES AT UNIVERSAL KIDS RESORT
Throughout Universal Kids Resort, fanciful decorations, holiday carolers, performers and more will transform the park and bring incredible seasonal experiences to life including:
- A winter wonderland leading to Santa: Universal Kids Resort Theater will transform into an interactive winter wonderland featuring twinkling snow lights and an enchanted winter forest. Families can explore the festive setting before visiting Santa, who will greet guests and pose for photos through December 24. Along the way, families can also stop for photos at the Universal Kids Resort sleigh.
- A magical tree lighting ceremony featuring a 40-foot Christmas tree: Families can join Gabby from “Gabby’s Dollhouse” in the Isle of Curiosity each day at dusk as the Christmas tree comes to life bringing a festive glow. The celebration includes a dance party set to “Meowy Christmas” from the hit series.
- Holiday character encounters: All-new friends, The Penguins of Madagascar, will join fan-favorite characters, SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick Star, and Gabby from “Gabby’s Dollhouse” all decked out for special holiday-themed meet-n-greets.
- Letters to Santa: With a little help from Universal Kids Resort Play Ambassadors, kids can write their holiday wishes to Santa surrounded by festive decor before sending them on their merry way through a special holiday mailbox.
GET FESTIVE WITH ALL-NEW HOLIDAY MERCHANDISE
Guests visiting Universal Kids Resort can discover seasonal merchandise collections featuring beloved Illumination and DreamWorks Animation characters.
- Guests can celebrate the season with Merry Minions merchandise, featuring cheerful apparel, accessories and collectibles showcasing Illumination’s lovable Minions in their holiday best. Standout items include a Merry Minions headband, Spirit Jersey and an adorable Lug crossbody bag.
- The DreamWorks Animation Shrek the Halls collection offers holiday fun for every ogre fan, including jolly t-shirts, an ogre ear headband, holiday decor, and even sweet treats.
SAVOR THE SEASON WITH HOLIDAY BITES AND SIPS
Guests can enjoy seasonal dishes, sweet treats and festive beverages throughout Universal Kids Resort. Highlights include:
- Holiday Pizza: Classic turkey dinner flavors in a fun flatbread, available to hotel guests at Curiosity Café in Universal Kids Resort Hotel.
- Poppy’s Holiday Poutine: French fries topped with roasted turkey, melted cheese and gravy, available at Trolls Eatz! in DreamWorks’ TrollsFest.
- Holiday treats at Swamp Snacks: In DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp, guests can enjoy Gingy, Shrek’s favorite gingerbread man cookie, and a Holiday Shrekzel with powdered sugar and peppermint chocolate dipping sauce.
- Purrfect Hot Chocolate: Hot chocolate with whipped topping and cinnamon sugar, available at Comidas y Leche in DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar.
