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Universal After Dark: Fandom Fun, Not Fright
25 Apr
Summary
- Fan Fest Nights offers immersive fun without Halloween's intense scares.
- Experience characters and themed adventures like One Piece and Scooby-Doo.
- The event runs on select nights from April 25 to May 16.
Universal Studios now offers Fan Fest Nights, an alternative to its popular Halloween Horror Nights, prioritizing fun and fandom over fear. This separately ticketed event allows guests to immerse themselves in various themed experiences, such as joining the Mystery Inc. gang to solve a classic monster mystery or embarking on high-energy adventures with the One Piece crew.
The park's atmosphere during Fan Fest Nights is warm and inviting, featuring character interactions, whimsical food, and immersive walkthroughs. While not entirely devoid of mild scares, such as the Scooby-Doo mystery, the overall focus remains on playful engagement and shared enjoyment of popular stories. Experiences like the Forbidden Forest walkthrough offer gentle thrills, distinct from the intense frights of Halloween Horror Nights.
Fan Fest Nights are available on select dates, running from April 25 through May 16. The Forbidden Forest experience has noted longer wait times, approximately 70 minutes. This event provides a unique opportunity to explore Universal's offerings in a more relaxed, fan-centric environment.
