Universal Studios Hollywood introduced Mega Movie Summer last year for guests to enjoy various new attractions and entertainment based on their favorite movies. Now, the sequel is here and Mega Movie Summer returns for another year. The limited-time event kicks off on June 13th and continues through to August 9th. The event is included with a normal ticket purchase for the park.
Universal is going all out for this year with the event showcasing activations and entertainment from movies like Minions and Monsters, The Odyssey, the 25th anniversary celebration of The Fast & Furious, and the return of Glinda and Elphaba from Wicked.
There are also new food and beverage options curated by Universal Studios Hollywood’s Executive Chef, Julia Thrash, will complement Mega Movie Summer’s compelling entertainment that will surely offer guests a chance to experience the best summer day in L.A.
The Full List Of Mega Movie Summer 2026
- Illumination’s Minions & Monsters brings the film’s all-new Minions stars, Henry and James, to Super Silly Fun Land near “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem,” featuring interactive guest experiences and an energetic Minion Dance Party.
An all-new parks’ exclusive Minions & Monsters-themed merchandise collection will be available for purchase, including an all-new Shoulder Pal themed to new monster character Goomi from the film, blind box figures, apparel, accessories and more, just in time to celebrate the theatrical release of the film.
The Minions Cafe will serve an array of vibrant new treats, including Howard’s Berry Lemonade Cupcake and James’ Carbonara, a cavatappi pasta tossed in a garlic cream sauce with pancetta and peas. Despicable Delights offers Irene’s Orange Banana Float, a new delectable frozen beverage.
- Celebrate The Odyssey at Universal Studios Hollywood with epic, behind-the-scenes moments tied to the groundbreaking cinematic adaptation of Homer’s foundational saga, written for the screen and directed by Christopher Nolan. One of the original ships featured in the film will be on display exclusively along the world-famous Studio Tour. Insightful footage and filmmaker interviews will play on the tram monitors, offering fans a closer look at the making of this cinematic adventure.
- Universal Studios Hollywood joins Universal Pictures in commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Fast & Furious film franchise and its high-speed legacy with a dazzling display of authentic picture cars from the films within Universal Plaza. A rousing hip-hop performance by the Street Racers dance show and a daily DJ will bring a new level of energy to the scene, adding to the excitement as the countdown continues to the eagerly awaited opening of the theme park’s “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” roller coaster this summer.
Fans can also shop for new merchandise celebrating the anniversary at the 101 Exchange store, located adjacent to “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift.”
Hollywood & Dine, located near the park’s main entrance, shifts into high gear by transforming into Drift & Dine, offering a Fast & Furious–themed, limited-time menu, that will include such items as L.A. Drift Dog, BBQ Chicken Platter, Fried Elote Corn Dog, BBQ Corn Ribs, Quarter Mile Funnel Cake and Street Cart Watermelon and Pineapple. The Cocina Mexicana restaurant, located adjacent to “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” will offer shareable La Familia Meal, bringing bold flavors and family-style dining to Mega Movie Summer.
- Guests and fans of Universal Pictures’ global cinematic phenomenon, Wicked and Wicked: For Good, can once again defy gravity with beloved Elphaba and Glinda character meet and greets at the vibrantly themed photo op, located near the DreamWorks Theatre. A selection of Wicked parks exclusive merchandise will also be available for purchase, including Spirit Jerseys, plush and more.
- As guests prepare to dive into summer, Steven Spielberg’s landmark thriller, Jaws readies to take a bite out of Mel’s Diner with a specially themed menu serving up returning favorites such as the Shark Bait Burger, Lobster Roll, Fish & Chicken Basket and Amity Island Funnel Cake. Plus, Studio Scoops, located on the lower lot, debuts the Hello Kitty Jaws Blueberry Cheesecake Sundae.
The THS Take – Mega Movie Summer Was Awesome Last Year, This Looks Better
Universal doesn’t have a summer event like they do for Spring with Fan Fest Nights or Halloween with Halloween Horror Nights. Mega Movie Summer isn’t quite those kind of events; it’s something extra you can do during normal park hours, but that adds some great value to a normal ticket.
Last year saw a bunch of older movies getting the shine and it looks like Universal is putting that shine on their new movies like The Odyssey and Minions and Monsters. For park guests looking for a place to beat the summer heat, Mega Movie Summer might be for you.
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