Universal Studios Hollywood Opening Hours

Universal Studios Hollywood’s opening hours vary by month and day of the week. It is one of the few attractions in the world that are open throughout the year.

Off-peak months (September to November and February to March) have shorter hours, typically 10 AM – 6 or 7 PM on weekdays and slightly later weekend closing times.

Peak seasons (April to August, December, and January) have longer hours, opening as early as 8–9 AM and closing between 9–10 PM.

Let’s look at the month-wise opening and closing times at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Universal Studios Hollywood attracts more than 9 million visitors annually, so booking tickets in advance makes sense. A general admission ticket is the cheapest and most popular way to experience the park. Express Pass allows you to skip all lines, while VIP Pass is the ultimate premium experience.

Explore further to learn more about the ticket options:
# General Admission
# Express pass
# VIP pass
# L.A. All-Inclusive pass

Park hours during holidays

Universal Studios Hollywood adjusts to accommodate increased visitor demand during holidays. 

During these times, the park often opens earlier and closes later than usual. 

However, hours can vary each year during the holiday season. 

Here are the expected park hours throughout the year.

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# Studio tour
# Height restrictions
# Rider safety
# Accessibility
# First-aid stations

Seasonal Variations at Universal Studios Hollywood

The summer months, from June to August, are the busiest at the park, with schools on vacation and families and tourists gathering to experience the park’s movie and television-themed adventures.  

The park operates from 9 am to 10 pm during this peak season.

As schools reopen in August, visitor numbers decrease. Therefore, the park adjusts its hours to 10 am to 7 pm on weekdays and 9 am to 10 pm on weekends.

The fall season also attracts fewer visitors, so the park is open from 10 am to 6 pm on weekdays and 9 am to 7 pm on weekends.

The Halloween Horror Nights, a popular event at Universal Studios Hollywood, start from 7 pm and extend till 2 am from Thursday to Sunday.

The whole park lights up during winter, hosting several events and increasing crowd levels. 

The usual park hours during this season are from 8 am to 10 pm, but the hours are extended during Christmas Day and New Year.

NOTE: Check out some tips for a hassle-free visit to the park.

Get ready for the ultimate scare fest this season at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights.

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# Universal CityWalk Hollywood
# How to reach the park
# Transfer from Anaheim
# Private transfer from San Diego
# Private transfer from Burbank

Best time to visit

Universal Studios Hollywood can be covered in a day, as six to seven hours is sufficient time to experience all the major rides, shows, and attractions. 

The ideal time to visit Universal Studios Hollywood is right when the park opens at 9 am or 10 am. 

Arriving early at the park gives you plenty of time to explore and enjoy popular rides before the crowds arrive.

Try visiting on weekdays, particularly Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, for a more relaxed visit.

To avoid longer wait times, plan your visit during school months such as February, May, August, and September.

Try to arrive 15 minutes before the park opens. This way, you’ll beat the queues and secure a prime spot on the busiest rides.