Limited Time Ticket Offer to Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is celebrating its 25th anniversary, taking place September 6th through November 2nd. With new houses, scare zones, and entertainment, this will be an event you won’t want to miss. There’s even a limited-time ticket offer for as low as $34.99. What’s Happening: Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is celebrating […]

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Details Released for Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Member Appreciation Days 2024

Universal Studios Hollywood has released the details for Pass Member Appreciation Days, which begin on August 15 and run through September 30, 2024.

Image with the text "USH Pass Member Appreciation Days" on a colorful Universal Studios Hollywood background.

2024 Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Member Appreciation Days

Exclusive Collectible Squishy Tram

Image of Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Member boxes with a Studio Tour tram design against a starry background. Text reads "UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD PASS MEMBER" at the top, capturing the magic and excitement of visiting Universal Studios.

This year also marks the 60th anniversary of the park’s World-Famous Studio Tour. For Pass Member Appreciation Days, those with an annual pass can receive an exclusive collectible squishy tram and commemorative box, available on select days from August 28 through September 10.

Pick-up is located at the Front Gate turnstiles and only available to the first 3,500 guests daily from August 28-29, and September 4, 9, and 10.

You must be present with an Annual or Seasonal Pass on the day of pick-up. This offer is limited, and subject to changes in availability.

Lights-On A Quiet Place Haunted House Walkthrough

A promotional image for Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights features "A Quiet Place" with a person holding a finger to their lips and claw marks on the side. The ambiance promises spine-chilling thrills at Universal Studios' iconic haunt.

During this appreciation period, Pass Members can take a special lights-on walkthrough tour of the “A Quiet Place” haunted house that will be part of this year’s Halloween Horror Nights 2024 lineup.

This offering is available at the following times on Tuesday, September 17 and Wednesday, September 25:

  • 2-3 p.m.
  • 3-4 p.m.
  • 4-5 p.m.
  • 5-6 p.m.

Theme park admission is required. No photography, videotaping, or recording will be allowed during the tour. You can RSVP online starting August 21, 2024.

Buy One Get One Half Off Coca-Cola Freestyle Cups

A striped souvenir cup with a character design and a red lid, bearing the text "60th Anniversary," is set against a starry background at Universal Studios.

Buy one during regular Park hours and get the second one for 50% off. This year’s cup celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Studio Tour and features Woody the Woodpecker.

Special Beverage at Hollywood & Dine and Jurassic Cafe

At Hollywood & Dine and Jurassic Cafe, Pass Members can grab the Blueberry Lemonade Spritz, available for a limited time. This offer is only valid during normal park hours and is not available during Halloween Horror Nights.

Secret Treat at Voodoo Doughnut

Two women smiling and holding pink Voodoo Doughnut boxes inside a brightly colored bakery with a vibrant, pink interior at Universal Studios.

During Pass Member Appreciation Days, Pass Members can ask about the secret doughnut designed specifically for them and receive a 15% discount with their valid Annual or Season Pass. This secret doughnut is available for purchase only at Voodoo Doughnut in Universal CityWalk Hollywood. This offer is limited to the stock that the shop has on hand.

Special Milkshake at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen

Two people at a table at Universal Studios enjoying a milkshake adorned with an Oreo cookie and whipped cream, with one person smiling and reaching towards the drink. The background is slightly blurred.

Pass Members can receive a 15% discount on the Pass Member Milkshake at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen on Universal CityWalk Hollywood.

Platinum and Gold Annual Pass Members can also get a 15% discount on regular-priced merchandise inside the store. This offer does not include alcoholic beverages, specialty chocolates, and sweets in the Candy Smith, caseline bundles, promotions, technology, media products (DVDs, CDs, etc.), collectibles, and holiday promotions.

Receive Two Complimentary Pass Member Mocktails with the Purchase of Two Adult Entrees

A couple sitting at a colorful restaurant table at Universal Studios, smiling at each other, with plates of tacos and drinks, including a red cocktail and a green beverage, in front of them.

Purchase any two or more regular-priced adult entrées at NBC Sports Grill & Brew, Antojitos Cocina Mexicana, Vivo Italian Kitchen, or Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at Universal CityWalk Hollywood and receive two complimentary mocktails created specifically for Pass Members.

This offer is valid for dine-in only, with a limit of one offer per valid Annual or Season Pass. Tax and gratuity are not included.

New Menu Items at Jurassic Cafe

A sign reading "Jurassic Café" adorns a thatched roof structure with part of a stone building and palm trees in the background at Universal Studios.

Pass Members can get a one-time 20% discount on their purchase of food and beverage items at Jurassic Cafe located at Universal Studios Hollywood. This offer excludes alcoholic beverages. 

Buy One Get One Carnival Game Play

At Universal Studios, people are seated at an amusement park game booth, aiming water guns at targets. A person in a red shirt and hat appears to be running the game, while a child holding a toy basketball looks on.

Pass Members can buy one carnival gameplay and get one free at participating locations at Universal Studios Hollywood during Pass Member Appreciation Days.

The free gameplay will be the same gameplay purchased. This offer does not include Dunk or Flunk, Race Games, Kiddie Strikers, and Minion Drop. 

Buy One Wand and Get a Complimentary Wand

A display of various wands on a stand, with stacks of wand boxes arranged on shelves next to a window, reminiscent of the enchanting shops at Universal Studios.

Pass Members can purchase one wand at a regular price and receive a select free wand at the Universal Studio Store or Ollivanders inside the park.

Robe & Wand Deal for $100

Black cloak with an embroidered crest featuring a lion lying flat, accompanied by a wooden wand on top. Perfect for any fan of Universal Studios magic.

Pass Members can purchase any The Wizarding World of Harry Potter adult robe and a select wand for $100. This offer is valid only at the Universal Studio Store and Ollivanders inside the park.

Save $5 on any Power-Up Band Purchase

During Pass Member Appreciation Days, guests can receive $5 off any Power-Up Band purchase at participating retail locations inside the theme park and at the Universal Studio Store and Super Nintendo World Store on CityWalk at Universal CityWalk Hollywood.

This offer is not valid at the retail vending machines in Super Nintendo World. 

Bring a Friend or Family Member for up to $60 off the Front Gate Price on Select Days

Three people stand smiling in front of a large globe structure with "Universal Studios" written on it, surrounded by palm trees and other park visitors.

Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Members can bring a friend or family member and get up to $60 off the Front Gate price on select days through September 26.

This offer is valid on 1-Day General Admission tickets on select dates only and does not include Halloween Horror Nights event tickets. Tickets must be purchased online in advance on the Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Member Ticket website.

Save on a Universal Express Upgrade

Three people smile and interact outside a building with a "Universal Express" sign on it. One man in a lab coat shakes hands with another man in a plaid shirt, while a woman in a denim jacket, reminiscent of casual attire you'd see at Universal Studios, smiles nearby.

During Pass Member Appreciation Days, guests can save up to $20 for a one-day daytime Universal Express upgrade on their Annual or Season Pass. This offer is not valid for additional guests. Visit the Universal Box Office inside the Park for details.

This offer is not valid on the following dates:

  • August 17, 2024
  • August 24, 2024
  • August 31, 2024
  • September 1-2, 2024
  • September 7, 2024
  • September 14, 2024
  • September 21, 2024
  • September 28, 2024

This offer does not include Halloween Horror Nights.

Save $100 on a VIP Experience Ticket Upgrade

A person holds a Universal Studios Hollywood VIP Experience badge with the text "EXCLUSIVE ACCESS," showcasing the ultimate way to explore Universal Studios.

Pass Members can also save $100 for a one-day daytime VIP Experience ticket upgrade on their valid Annual or Season Pass. Check for same-day VIP Experience tour availability at the Front Gate to upgrade.

VIP Experience tours are not offered after 2 p.m. 

Compare this year’s Pass Member Appreciation Days offerings to last year’s at Universal Studios Hollywood.

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Kim Kardashian Signs First-Look Deal with 20th Television

Kim Kardashian has signed a first-look deal with 20th Television and has already found her first project. What’s Happening: After her first acting role on American Horror Story: Delicate and her upcoming Hulu original series All’s Fair, Kim Kardashian has now signed a first-look deal with 20th Television. The deal is set to include drama, comedy, and […]

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Movie Review – “Alien: Romulus” Succeeds in Returning the Long-Running Franchise to Its Sci-Fi Horror Roots… Mostly

This coming weekend will see the release of the new sequel Alien: Romulus from the Disney-owned 20th Century Studios. Laughing Place was provided with the opportunity to see the movie early, and below are my thoughts. Right off the bat here I want to establish that Ridley Scott’s 1979 sci-fi / horror hit Alien and its equally […]

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New ‘Mickey Mouse March’ Mural at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort

Disney’s All-Star Music Resort has a new mural on the lobby wall outside Intermission Food Court and Maestro Mickey’s.

All-Star Music Mural

A long mural depicting various musicians in silhouette playing instruments covers a wall under a glass roof. People are sitting and standing near the mural.

The mural replaces photos of musicians from over the years, which made up the “All-Star Music Hall of Fame.”

A colorful mural features silhouettes of Disney characters playing musical instruments on a teal and yellow background, with musical notes above them.

The wall is the same aqua color as before. New is a yellow wave moving across the center, behind silhouettes of various characters playing musical instruments. The characters include Minnie on drums and Donald with a gong.

Colorful wall mural depicting musical performance silhouettes with musicians and instruments, located along an indoor walkway under a skylight ceiling.

The character silhouettes are in the same aqua color or darker green, creating depth to the mural. Above the orchestra are music stanzas with white lines and red notes.

A brightly lit corridor features a colorful mural with musical notes and dancing figures, adjacent to the entrance of a food court. People walk and sit along the hallway.

The notes create sheet music for the “Mickey Mouse March,” the classic theme song of “The Mickey Mouse Club.”

People are seated in a brightly lit hallway with high windows and a colorful mural featuring musical notes and dancing figures on the wall.

According to Cast Members, work began on the mural about three days ago. It was finished on Tuesday night.

A colorful mural features silhouettes of cartoon characters playing musical instruments. One character is grilling food, creating a lively and vibrant scene against a turquoise and yellow background.

While many of the characters are recognizable, others are deeper cuts. Some are inspired by background characters from short films.

A colorful mural featuring cartoon characters playing music instruments is seen on a wall. A sign in front reads, "Lobby Mural Under Refurbishment.

A sign indicates the lobby mural is under refurbishment, but it appears to be complete and dry.

An indoor hallway with a high ceiling and large windows is decorated with a mural featuring musical notes and silhouettes of musicians. Several people are sitting and standing near the mural.

Appropriately, Maestro Mickey himself is pictured on a podium with a conductor’s wand next to the entrance to Maestro Mickey’s.

Photo of the entrance to "Maestro Mickey's" store. The entrance features a colorful mural with musical notes and silhouettes of characters playing instruments. People are walking into the store.

We also checked on Disney’s All-Star Movies and Sports Resorts.

A sign in a lobby announcing mural refurbishment reads, "Lobby Mural Under Refurbishment. Please Pardon Our Pixie Dust While We Enhance This Area For Your Future Enjoyment.

It looks like at least Movies will be getting a new mural. The resort had a similar refurbishment sign in its lobby.

Several people are sitting and eating at tables in an indoor dining area with blue walls and a high glass ceiling.

The photos of the “All-Star Movies Hall of Fame” have been removed, leaving faded squares on the blue wall where they used to be.

An indoor seating area with several photos of sports scenes on a green wall. Ceiling with multiple skylights allowing natural light. People sitting and walking.

There are no changes at All-Star Sports, which features giant photos of sports figures. We expect it will get a matching mural, too, though.

What do you think of the new mural at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort?

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FX Debuts Trailer For “American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez”

The first trailer has been released for FX’s new anthology series American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez. What’s Happening: Ryan Murphy’s newest FX show, American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez, follows the rise and fall of NFL star Aaron Hernandez. Based on the podcast Gladiator: Aaron Hernandez and Football Inc., the ten-episode series will explore “the disparate […]

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ICYMI: Disneyland Resort D23 Event 2024 Recap

We’re still reeling from all the pixie-dusted surprises from the last few days at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The first-ever attraction based off of Pixar Animation Studios’ “Coco”? The opening date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland park? Doubling the size of Avengers Campus? What a weekend!

Want to catch up on all the exciting announcements? We’ve pulled the latest and greatest Disneyland Resort news from the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. Let’s take a look:

“Avatar” Updates Announced for Disney California Adventure

Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro kicked off the night with updates on the new Pandora-themed destination coming to Disney California Adventure park. The area will draw inspiration from “Avatar: The Way of Water” and upcoming Avatar films like “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” and feature a new dynamic attraction where you can discover the beauty – and dangers –  of Pandora. 

First-Ever “Coco” Attraction Announced

We’re going un poco loco for the new attraction themed to “Coco” coming to Disney California Adventure! Guests will join Miguel on a trip to the land of the dead with beloved music and characters from the film. Work begins on the attraction in 2026.

Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics Figure Coming to Disneyland

A tribute to Walt Disney is coming to Disneyland with the debut of the first-ever Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics figure at an all-new show on Main Street U.S.A.! “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” will premiere inside the Main Street Opera House and after its opening season, will transition to play in rotation with “Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.”

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Opens this Holiday Season

We’re going down the bayou on November 15, 2024 when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios film “The Princess and the Frog,” opens at Disneyland park! Also announced: Critter Country will be renamed Bayou Country when the attraction opens. We’re ready to let the good times roll!

New Mandalorian Mission Coming to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

Attention Star Wars fans: a new mission is touching down at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge. The all-new story, centered around “The Mandalorian and Grogu,” arrives in 2026 in time with the film. 

2 New Attractions Coming to Avengers Campus 

We still can’t believe Deadpool crashed D23! After a few questionable ideas from the “Merc with a Mouth,” Josh shared updates and a name for the new attraction coming to Avengers Campus – Avengers Infinity Defense, and announced an all-new attraction, Stark Flight Lab. Construction begins next year on the expansion, and the debut of these new attractions will double the size of the land. 

This tasty gumbo pot of surprises has barely scratched the surface of all the thrills from the weekend. Check out can’t-miss announcements from Disney Experiences around the world — including new attractions, lands, nighttime spectaculars and more. 

Plus, stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for exclusive updates as these projects come to life.

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Comic Review – Battle Erupts Over Bri Phrang City in “Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures” (2023) #8

Last week saw the release of the eight issue in Phase III of Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures from Dark Horse Comics, and below are my brief recap and thoughts on this installment. The High Republic Adventures (2023) #8 begins with a battle between the Nihil and Jedi Knights aboard a Republic transport having erupted over […]

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Photos: Timon And Pumbaa Arrive on Passholder Exclusive Magnet at Walt Disney World

If you’re a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder, you’ll want to stop by Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park now through September 22nd. There, Passholders will be able to enjoy special benefits, including a limited-edition magnet, a delicious treat, and a new magic shot. Annual Passholders can pick up their special Timon and Pumbaa-themed magnet at Chester & […]

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