November 9, 2026, Beijing — As winter settles in, the season of year-end celebration begins. From November 20th, 2026 to January 3rd, 2027, Universal Beijing Resort’s “Winter Holiday” exclusive themed seasonal event will make its sparkling return under the theme “Celebrate Infinite Glamour,” bringing a warm and radiant finale to a year-long celebration of the resort’s 5th anniversary. During the event, an all-new 22-meter-height Spectacular Christmas Tree will illuminate Hollywood Boulevard; Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ will make a grand return, ushering in spellbinding winter moments; and a host of limited-time experiences, including Spectacular Santa’s Village, the winter-exclusive show “Gift of the Season”, and Universal Pop: Winter Holiday, will also take center stage. With lights, music, and festive warmth coming together, Universal Beijing Resort invites guests to gather with family and friends in the “Infinite Universe” this winter and celebrate every shining moment.
Universal Beijing Resort Winter Holiday to Shine Bright Starting November 20, 2026，to January 3, 2027
22-Meter Spectacular Christmas Tree Debuts with a Fresh Festive New Look
As guests step onto Hollywood Boulevard, the colors and sparkle of winter unfold from one corner to the next. At the end of the boulevard, the all-new Spectacular Christmas Tree makes a dazzling debut, giving the familiar Hollywood Land a radiant seasonal makeover. Inspired by classic Hollywood, this year’s tree brings together rose gold, warm silver and serene blue, with accents of red, gold and champagne gold adding brilliance to the details. Shimmering at the end of Hollywood Boulevard, it will become one of the season’s most striking sights.
Universal Beijing Resort’s All-New Spectacular Christmas Tree
Festive surprises continue along Hollywood Boulevard, with a new scene at every corner. Street decorations take on winter looks, as Winter Holiday flower beds, wreaths and bells carry vibrant color from lampposts to storefront windows, making the streetscape even more glamorous. Beloved characters including Fairy Godmother, Prince Charming, Shrek and Fiona will make surprise appearances in exclusive winter holiday costumes, greeting and interacting with guests up close in Hollywood as holiday warmth spreads from one encounter to the next. As night falls, the Spectacular Christmas Tree has its moment to shine. During the Sparkling Christmas Tree Spectacular, its lights will illuminate the night as the shimmering light and music come together, creating a radiant memory unique to this Winter Holiday.
Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ Makes a Grand Return, Bringing Sparkling Moments to the Year-End Season
Stepping into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, a winter story takes on a sense of festive wonder. Berries and ribbons adorn the wreaths; evergreen branches spread along the streets; warm lights in the shop windows shimmer one after another, complementing the snow-covered rooftops and giving Hogsmeade™ a distinctive kind of charm in winter.
This winter, the Enchanted Christmas Tree in Hogsmeade™ makes a grand return to welcome witches, wizards and Muggles alike. Moon-and-star ornaments and enchanted candles adorn the branches, with colorful presents gathered around the base. Guests can raise their wands and cast spells to awaken shimmering lights and floating elements, turning this winter scene into a spellbinding moment they can trigger for themselves.
Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™
As night falls over Hogwarts™ Castle, The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts™ Castle brings familiar holiday memories back to life through a flowing tapestry of light and imagery: ghostly caroling fills the air, the Yule Ball dances across the castle walls, owls deliver gifts, and a glittering Christmas tree lights up. One beloved scene after another appears against the night, bringing the winter romance of Hogwarts™ to life. The popular Holiday Frog Choir will also return with a special Christmas song list. Crisp harmonies and the frogs’ signature croaks carry through the winter night in Hogsmeade™, adding a playful touch of holiday warmth to streets aglow with soft light.
The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts™ Castle
Performances, Interactive Surprises and Winter Flavors Bring Year-End Celebrations to Life
When holiday hits begin to play, winter joy finds an upbeat new rhythm. Universal Pop: Winter Holiday will take the stage in seasonal looks, inviting guests to wave and dance along as the performers’ energy spills from the stage into the crowd. At Hollywood Amphitheatre, the Spectacular Santa’s Village Stage will present the winter-exclusive Gift of the Season, adding even more festive spirit to year-end gatherings through lively song and dance and a heartwarming story.
The Winter Exclusive Show “Gift of the Season”
Beyond the entertainment, guests will also have the chance to meet Santa Claus at Spectacular Santa’s Village, pose for photos and share their little year-end wishes. Surprise encounters with Elves, Mrs. Claus and the Postmaster will turn a wave or a greeting into an unexpected moment of winter joy.
From specialty snacks to themed restaurants, winter flavors are ready and waiting. At Spectacular Santa’s Village, piping-hot Cheese and Meat Sauce Hot Dogs, Beef Burgers with Pineapple & Cheese and Turkey & Vegetable Quesadillas will be joined by treats that are delicious, including Mulled Wine and Strawberry Toffee Hot Chocolate, bringing both flavor and warmth to chilly winter days. Sunset Grill in Hollywood，Hammond’s in Jurassic World Isla Nublar and Three Broomsticks™ in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ will introduce a range of Winter Holiday-themed dishes, inviting guests to savor the flavors of the season.
A warming culinary journey will extend beyond the theme park to Universal CityWalk Beijing and the resort hotels. At Universal CityWalk Beijing, festive favorites including the Winter Platter, Roasted Turkey Leg and Christmas Apple Pie with Cookies Ice Cream will also arrive, adding extra flavor to warm year-end gatherings with family and friends. As a one-stop themed resort destination, Universal Beijing Resort’s two resort hotels will also dress for the Winter Holiday season, continuing to offer an ideal setting for year-end get-togethers. After a day in the park, guests can head to NUO Resort Hotel for Universal Winter Holiday Afternoon Tea, enjoying specially crafted drinks and a sense of seasonal occasion. At the hotel’s Santa’s Bake Shop, they can also pick up beautifully presented winter gift sets and hampers for family and friends, taking a delicious taste of the season home with them. Universal Studios Grand Hotel will offer the New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet, while NUO Resort Hotel will offer The Big Royal Christmas Eve Buffet and the “EVE LOUNGE” New Year’s Eve Party, inviting guests to welcome the new year over festive dining and celebration.
Universal Winter Holiday Afternoon Tea at NUO Resort Hotel
As the 5th anniversary celebration reaches the end of the year, Winter Holiday brings a warmer expression to this special milestone year. A familiar holiday song, a steaming winter drink, or a photo with family and friends in front of the stage — each moment worth celebrating comes together as a shining memory unique to Universal Beijing Resort Winter Holiday. Together, these moments bring the year-long 5th anniversary celebration to a fulfilling close, carrying the warmth and anticipation gathered through winter into the next journey through the “Infinite Universe.”
