The successful run of the first-ever Fan Fest Nights has persuaded Universal Studios Hollywood to bring back the after-hours event again next year with a new lineup of experiences dedicated to sci-fi, fantasy, gaming and anime fandoms.

The second annual Fan Fest Nights after-hours, separate admission event will run on select nights on April 23 through May 16 at Hollywood theme park. Sign up for our Park Life newsletter and find out what’s new and interesting every week at Southern California’s theme parks. Subscribe here .

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So far, Universal has announced only the Scooby-Doo x Universal Monsters mash-up as the first reveal of a slate of new and returning experiences for Fan Fest 2026.

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