Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Pass Blockout Dates 2026

Universal Studios Hollywood annual pass blockout dates — covering the California Neighbor Pass, Silver Annual Pass, and Gold Annual Pass — are tracked and synced automatically by Passholder Companion. Get a live calendar feed that updates whenever Universal adds or removes blocked dates for your pass level.

Universal Hollywood Annual Pass Tiers & Blockout Schedules

Universal Studios Hollywood offers three annual pass tiers with progressively fewer blockout dates as you move up. Choosing the right pass depends on when you plan to visit most frequently.

• Gold Annual Pass — The fewest blockout dates of the three tiers. Gold Pass holders are blocked primarily during the absolute peak periods: major holiday weekends and select summer Saturdays. Ideal for frequent visitors who want near-unlimited access.
• Silver Annual Pass — Moderate blockout dates covering major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas week, New Year's, spring break weekends) and most peak summer dates. A good middle-ground for monthly visitors.
• California Neighbor Pass — The most restrictive tier, with blockout dates covering most of summer, all major holidays, long weekends, and many Saturdays throughout the year. Best for Southern California residents who plan off-peak weekday visits.

When Are Universal Hollywood Passes Typically Blocked?

Universal Studios Hollywood sees its highest attendance during school holidays and summer break. Typical blockout windows for lower-tier passes include:

• Spring break (late March through mid-April)
• Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day (most of summer for California Neighbor Pass)
• Halloween Horror Nights event weekends (September–November)
• Thanksgiving weekend
• Christmas week and New Year's weekend
• Presidents' Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekends

Note that Halloween Horror Nights is a separately ticketed evening event, but the daytime park hours during that period often trigger blockout dates for lower-tier passes due to high attendance.

Frequently Asked Questions — Universal Hollywood Pass Blockouts

Does the California Neighbor Pass have a lot of blockout dates?

Yes — the California Neighbor Pass is the most restricted annual pass Universal Hollywood offers. It is typically blocked for most of the summer months, all major holidays, and many weekend dates throughout the year. It works best for SoCal residents who can visit on off-peak weekdays.

How do I check if my Universal Hollywood pass is blocked on a specific date?

Use the Universal Hollywood blockout date checker to select any date and immediately see which pass tiers are blocked.

Are blockout dates the same for Halloween Horror Nights?

Halloween Horror Nights is a separate evening event that requires a separate ticket regardless of pass type. However, blockout dates for the daytime park during that season can still apply to lower-tier passes.