Latest news with #UniversalStudiosHollywood
UPI
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Slash contributes music, mazes and food to Universal Halloween L.A.
1 of 5 | Slash is contributing to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights. File Photo by David Silpa/UPI | License Photo July 22 (UPI) -- Universal Studios Hollywood announced additions to this fall's Halloween Horror Nights lineup. Guitarist Slash will contribute to several experiences. The haunted house Scarecrow: Music By Slash will return featuring a new original score. Slash will also release an album of music from his previous six years of Halloween Horror Night scores, joining last year's sold out album. Slash: The Music of Universal Studios Hollywood - Halloween Horror Nights, Vol. 2 includes tracks from 2021's The Bride of Frankenstein Lives, 2018's Frankenstein Meets. the Wolf Man, 2022's Universal Monsters: Legends Collide and more. Scarecrow takes visitors through a story of scarecrows who punish homesteaders for their sins against the land. A Slash bar will be at Jurassic Cove near the Jurassic World ride, featuring cocktails named after Danse of the Dead, Beautiful Dangerous and the non-alcoholic Slash's Snakepit. They will also serve Slash's picks up Chicken Satay, Thai Beef and Thai Curry Tacos along with a Hat Cake for dessert. Universal Studios previously announced Jason Voorehees, Fallout and Terrifier exhibits at this year's Halloween Horror Nights. UPI previously reviewed exhibits of Chucky, M3gan and Evil Dead. Halloween Horror Nights begins in Hollywood September 4.
Thrill Geek
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Thrill Geek
SLASH: Music of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights, Volume 2 Vinyl Coming To Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood
Halloween Horror Nights will also celebrate the vinyl-only album release of SLASH: Music of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights, Volume 2 . The scary soundtrack will complement last year's sold-out vinyl-only album with a slate of original music that SLASH has created over the past six years for a variety of Universal Studios Hollywood haunted houses. The album, which includes a tribute by John Murdy, Creative Director and Executive Producer of Halloween Horror Nights, will be available for purchase at Universal Studios Hollywood. The score for SLASH: Music of Universal Studios Hollywood – Halloween Horror Nights, Volume 2 , is as follows: SIDE A 'The Hunted Becomes The Hunter' 4:21 (Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives 2021) 'Monsters, Maniacs, and Madmen' (Universal Monsters Medley 2021) 5:08 (Universal Monsters 2018) 'The Blood is Life' 3:38 (Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives 2021) 'The Collection Room / Dracula's Lair' 2:45 (Universal Monsters 2018) 'The Ossuary' 1:47 (Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man 2019) SIDE B 'Cycles of the Moon' 3:02 (Universal Monsters: Legends Collide 2022) 'Immortal Curses' 4:26 (Universal Monsters: Legends Collide 2022) 'Alucard' 2:21 (Universal Monsters: Legends Collide 2022) 'Bloodline Drawn' 5:02 (Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines 2024) 'Unholy Alliance' 3:15 (Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines 2024) 'As a longtime fan of Halloween Horror Nights, it has been incredibly rewarding to not only have experienced the event as a guest, but to have partnered with Universal Studios Hollywood for so many years to create an array of original music that intensifies the storylines of these haunted houses,' said SLASH. 'This year's collaboration with Halloween Horror Nights and the chance to become one of the event's marquee experiences is truly humbling and I can't wait for the guests to join me when they step into the terror.' 'SLASH has been an important creative partner for years creating memorable music that has completely elevated our Halloween Horror Nights haunted houses,' said John Murdy, Creative Director and Executive Producer of Halloween Horror Nights. 'Creating a series of SLASH-inspired interactive experiences was a natural progression for the event, and it's an honor to headline Universal's horror legacy with SLASH.' A variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options for Universal Studios Hollywood are now available, including General Admission, Universal Express, After 2 P.M. Day/Night, the Early Access Ticket, which provides entry to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change), in advance of the scheduled 7:00 p.m. event opening time, the R.I.P. Tour and popular passes, Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass, which enable guests to experience the scares again and again. Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood will run select nights from September 4 to November 2, 2025. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions. Make sure you're following ThrillGeek across all of our social media platforms for the latest updates from Universal Studios Hollywood. Clint Gamache is the owner of ThrillGeek. He started ThrillGeek to share his love of theme/amusement parks and pop culture with the world. You can find him at Halloween Horror Nights. Also, be sure to follow him on Twitter/X, Instagram @iamcg83
Buzz Feed
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Universal Just Announced "Terrifier" Is Coming To HHN
Well, fellow Horror Nights fans, I have some exciting news for those who celebrate. Universal just announced that a Terrifier haunted house is coming to both Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort as part of this year's Halloween Horror Nights, and I ALREADY KNOW it's going to be gory AF. According to Universal, "Guests will experience an unfathomable level of gore as they try to escape becoming Art the Clown's next victim." And here's a tease of what you can expect... The Terrifier maze will take you into Art the Clown's gruesome Funhouse, straight out of Terrifier 2. As you make your way through the claustrophobic corridors, you'll encounter familiar (and horrifying) faces, including Vicky... ...and the Little Pale Girl... ...as well as iconic kills from the franchise. All, of course, while being overwhelmed by horrific sights, sounds, and even SMELLS. You'll then make your way to the Clown Café, where you'll encounter a revolting bathroom... ...and, finally, a ~deadly~ Christmas nightmare. All I have to say is, "It's Artin' Time!" The torment kicks off at Universal Orlando Resort on Friday, August 29 and at Universal Studios Hollywood on Thursday, September 4. you love SCARY stuff? Subscribe to the That Got Dark newsletter to get a weekly post just like this delivered directly to your inbox. It's a horrifyingly good time you won't want to miss.
Buzz Feed
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
I Tried All The "Back To The Future" Food At Universal Studios
Hello, friends, I'm Crystal, and I'm a big fan of Back to the Future, as well as trying wild, interesting, and new foods at theme parks. So, when I found out Universal Studios Hollywood currently has an entire menu of Back to the Future-themed food, I is heavy! Now, some of the BTTF food was actually introduced during Universal's Fan Fest Nights. But the good news for anyone who couldn't make it to that limited event is that it's still available (with some NEW additions) as part of Universal's Mega Movie Summer! Mega Movie Summer is basically Universal's celebration of some of their biggest properties, like Back to the Future, as well as Jurassic World, How to Train Your Dragon, Wicked, and also Jaws, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary! The celebration is going on now and continues daily through Sunday, August 10, and is all included in the regular price of admission. (It is NOT a separate ticket/event!) Here's a look at the entire Back to the Future menu, which is available at Mel's Diner in the park: Note: Some of the items on the menu are the "normal" Mel's Diner fare, so if you're looking for a regular ol' chili dog, they've got that, too! Here's what I thought... Flux Capacitor Patty Melt Things started off really strong with the patty melt. I've never met a patty melt I didn't like, and this one is no exception. Do not be fooled by my unimpressive photo above! All the grilled aspects — the buttery bread, the onions, and the patty itself — were perfectly cooked. And I have to give them props for "branding" the top of the bun with a little Flux Capacitor logo, even if it was a LITTLE tough to make out, lol. I appreciate fun decorative details! 9.5/10 Doc Brown's Chicken Pot Pie I'm actually really torn between this and the patty melt being my favorite dish. First of all, I love that it's kind of a joke/nod to the "Doc Brown's Chicken" restaurant that used to exist at Universal Studios. (Why would Doc Brown have a chicken restaurant?! The world may never know.) Next, the cheesy crumbles on top of the pot pie were a deliciously savory surprise, plus I loved that it was in the form of a radioactive/plutonium logo (more fun details!). Finally, the chicken pot pie itself was perfect. It had a nice, flaky, buttery top, succulent chicken, and savory fillings. What's not to like?! If I have one tiny complaint, it's that this dish is a little small for the price (considering it's almost the same price as the melts, which come with fries on the side). So, this probably isn't the best bang for your buck. BUT, if you love a good pot pie, this one is worth it. 9/10 Time Machine Pastrami Melt Unsurprisingly, the pastrami melt was also super yummy. It had all the right elements — juicy pastrami meat, crunchy slaw, tangy Swiss cheese, and perfectly grilled bread. But if I had to pick between the melts, I'd go with the patty one ¯\_(ツ)_/¯. Much like the other details, the cute "88 mph" toothpick it came with was a fun touch! 8/10 Flux Capacitor (Drink) This entertaining drink (which is non-alcoholic) comes with Sprite, passionfruit, and blue Curaçao syrup, and is very refreshing! But the REAL winner is the fact that it's served with dry ice, which makes it look like something Doc Brown would concoct in his lab. 7/10Note: There's also a "Wake Up Juice" cocktail on the menu, but because I'm not currently drinking alcohol, I didn't try it. But it looks great also (and, of course, LOVE the name)! FYI, this one makes for a great video! Time Traveler's Milk Shake This milkshake was...A LOT. Like, it's super sweet. Despite the cute blue coloring, I was surprised the flavor was simply vanilla, but specifically like vanilla cupcake frosting flavor. So, if that's your jam, you will LOVE this. But, if you're not really into sweets, I'd prob give this a skip! 6/10 Finally, the Outatime Cookie As far as cookies go, this isn't the GREATEST cookie I've ever had. It's basically a hard sugar cookie, and the frosting doesn't have a particular taste-wise, not exactly noteworthy. BUT, let's be real, if you're getting this cookie, it's because it looks cool AF. And I reallllly love the design. 8/10 As I mentioned, this special Back to the Future menu is available at Universal Studios Hollywood as part of their Mega Movie Summer! And, FYI, if BTTF isn't your ~thing~, there's also fun food themed around Jaws, Jurassic World, and How to Train Your Dragon available throughout the park. Oh, and be SURE to get a pic with the iconic GIANT SHARK from Jaws that's been reintroduced to the theme park for Mega Movie Summer! (Maybe you remember it from your childhood?!). Obsessed. And if you're lucky, you might get a chance to meet Captain Quint and Chief Brody, who are making their theme park debut! Universal Mega Movie Summer is going on NOW through Sunday, August 10, and you can get your tickets at
The Irish Sun
24-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
I lived in the US for 3 months – the 12 bizarre things I noticed as a Brit from drive-through weddings to VIP service
AFTER spending three months in the States, I came home with a suitcase full of souvenirs, sugary cereal, and a whole load of culture shock. I had been living in Santa Rosa, 12 A trip to Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood - there was plenty to do on the weekends in California Credit: Jenna Stevens Back when I boarded my 11 hour flight from It was my first trip to the states - and whilst I knew that After a summer of settling in, there was loads that left me baffled and bursting to tell people back home my weird encounters. Here's the 12 strangest things I noticed from my time in Read more on US Toilet door gaps One thing I just couldn't get over was the giant gaps in public toilet cubicles. I'm talking wide open spaces above and below the Sometimes the gaps were so big you could see someone's shoes, shins, and even their knees through the stall. Going to the loo in a public place felt less like a private moment and more like a public stage. Most read in News Travel 12 Saloon style doors for toilets? Not quite what I was expecting Credit: Getty Huge portions for smallish prices No need to worry about being charged a ridiculous price for a tiny serving - here, everything comes massive. In America, a small drink from McDonald's is 89 per cent bigger than in the UK, and a cup of Big Gulp fizz can hold up to a whopping 1.9 litres. The overlooked Florida winter sun destination with theme parks and historic cigar neighbourhood 12 Fellow Sun Travel reporter Cyann couldn't believe her eyes when this 'meal for one' was placed in front of her Credit: Cyann Fielding 12 Big Gulp fizzy drinks come in giant cup sizes at 7-Eleven shops across the US Credit: Alamy I couldn't believe my eyes when I ordered a 'Bigger Plate' at Panda Express - it looked like enough to feed a family for under $12. And if you decide to 'supersize' anything, best of luck. At least you'll have your dinners for the entire week ahead sorted. Insane public parks When I think of a In California, a walk in the park would have you stumbling across In America, the local park isn't just for walking your dog - it can be an entire day out for the whole family. 12 Picnics in the park were my favourite way to spend a day off Credit: Jenna Stevens Needing a car to cross the road Here in the UK, pretty much everywhere is walkable. In the US? Not so much. I quickly learned that American cities just aren't built for pedestrians. Pavements are rare, crossings are few, and ' But things got pretty ridiculous one day when my friends and I had to order an Uber just to cross the road to McDonald's. Tipping culture madness We all know that I knew heading over to America that if I go out to eat, I should But what I didn't expect was that tipping culture doesn't just apply to restaurants. Taxi drivers, baristas, bartenders, hairdressers, even bus drivers - I soon found out that everyone expects you to leave a tip. As a Brit, I couldn't bear the thought of coming off as rude. So I kept forking over my dollars. So if you're planning a trip to the states - be sure to budget your tips for more than just meals! 12 I really didn't expect to have to tip for my coffee Credit: Getty Over-the-top customer service Walking into any American restaurant, I felt like a VIP. Hospitality is taken to the next level in America - before you've even sat down, you know your waiter's name and your drink is on the way. Sometimes the servers were so friendly that it actually creeped me out a bit. There's only so many times someone can ask "is everything perfect for you?" with a big grin on their face before you start to get a little weirded out. Nonetheless, it's hard to complain when you feel like you're being treated like royalty every time you order a burger. Everyone's your best friend Us Brits are known for our small talk and for being stand-offish. An American stranger will strike up a conversation with you in a lift like they've known you for years. People chatted to me in shops, queues, streets, even out on a run. Americans really are just that friendly - once you get over the initial "are they talking to me?", it's actually quite refreshing. Drive-through everything In America, if there's a way to do something without getting out of the car, they've made it possible. Drive-thrus aren't just for fast food anymore - it's coffee, pharmacies, banks and even weddings. It's all about convenience - something Americans have mastered the art of. It all seems a bit over-the-top at first, but when you actually find yourself in a hurry, those drive-thru cash machines can be a life-saver. 12 I knew fast food drive-thrus were popular, but my mind was blown when I saw a drive-thru pharmacy Credit: Getty 12 Yes - drive-thru weddings are a real thing in Las Vegas Credit: Getty Overly-customised coffee Ordering Head to somewhere like Dunkin , and it's a whole different ball game. If there's one thing Americans love, it's customising their coffee. Waiting in line for my cappuccino, I'd often overhear requests for something like a venti iced swirl decaf caramel oat latte with a quarter cup of creamer, and eight pumps of sugar-free vanilla. These coffees often looked and tasted more like Leave the British-isms at home You probably wouldn't expect to read this on a list about travels in America, but brace yourself for the language barrier. You're going to need to swap takeaways for takeouts, crisps for chips, chips for fries, taps for faucets and rubbish for trash. When I was working at a traditional When I tried to say things in British English, they'd simply look at me confused. By the end of the summer, I was basically fluent in Needing a jumper even in a heatwave I've never been to Antarctica before, but I have experienced American AC - so does that count? Just when you've gotten used to the scorching heat, you'll walk into a store or shopping mall and get hit with a blast of freezing cold air. Forget packing light - if you're heading to America in the summertime, you'll still need to bring a hoodie or two for your trip to Target. 12 My regular takeout meal: a Double-Double from In-N-Out with animal style-fries Credit: Jenna Stevens 12 My first ever trip to Target (I was glad to have chosen a long-sleeve top) Credit: Jenna Stevens American flags everywhere I think I can count the amount of times I've seen the Union Jack out and about on one hand - Jubilees, The Olympics, and maybe once or twice when watching In America, patriotic pride is next-level. From front gardens, schools and sports games to shirts, cars and bars - the American flag is truly everywhere. I even saw the The stars and stripes are a truly iconic symbol, and are just as much a part of the scenery as the pickup trucks and neon fast food signs. 12 A large American flag decorated the entrance of the local mall Credit: Jenna Stevens 12 An actual picture I took at Summer Camp. Why have one flag when you could have two? Credit: Jenna Stevens
