All About Mega Movie Summer at Universal Studios Hollywood

Posted on July 12, 2025

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Experience cinematic excitement at Universal Mega Movie Summer with thrilling attractions like Jurassic World - The Ride, now featuring the Mosasaurus Splash! Meet beloved characters, take photos at new spots, celebrate Jaws' 50th and Back to the Future's 40th anniversaries, and enjoy exclusive movie-themed food available for purchase. This is a summer event you won't want to miss!

What is Mega Movie Summer?

Universal Mega Movie Summer is a cool new event happening this summer in L.A. It kicks off on Friday, June 13, and runs every day until Sunday, August 10, 2025. This event is all about giving guests fun ways to “cool off,” “chill with buddies,” and “celebrate in the park.”

Summer just got a lot more exciting! Universal Studios Hollywood’s Executive Chef Julia Thrash has created some unique menu options, and there is also a fresh collection of exclusive merchandise, including clothing and toys. Everyone can look forward to Universal Mega Movie Summer, filled with special themed offerings just for the fans.

Mega Movie Summer Highlights

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Jurassic World – The Ride Featuring Mosasaurus Splash

Jurassic World Rebirth transforms imagination into reality with its exhilarating dinosaur-themed ride. Prepare for a breathtaking 84-foot plunge at the ride's grand finale, accompanied by the fearsome roar of a Mosasaurus. Guests will also encounter four new Spitter dinosaurs while water geysers erupt, giving surprising showers.

A charming new dinosaur from Jurassic World Rebirth will join Blue the Velociraptor, Juliet the Triceratops, and Baby Tango. These lifelike creatures will engage guests, along with a new character. A large Spinosaurus photo op will give guests a thrilling, SNS-worthy scene, and a scavenger hunt with Compy will keep everyone entertained.

Jaws at 50

To celebrate 50 years of Jaws, Universal Studios Hollywood is bringing back that awesome hanging shark! You’ll also get the chance to snap a photo with this huge sculpture. And if you're a fan, you can meet Captain Quint and Chief Brody, too! On the Studio Tour, keep an eye out for Jaws near the Hollywood Sign replica and check out the Jaws Lake attraction as it gears up for some July 4th fun all summer long.

40th Anniversary of Back to the Future landmark

For the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future, the legendary Time Machine will be displayed in the theme park's Upper Lot near Mel’s Diner. Characters Doc Brown, Marty McFly, and Einstein the Dog will greet guests and pose for photos.

Wicked meet-and-greet

Fans of Universal Pictures' blockbuster "Wicked" can greet Elphaba and Glinda at the park's Wicked-themed photo opportunity near the entrance.

How to Train Your Dragon photo op

Cool news! A giant 3D sculpture of Toothless from Universal Pictures and DreamWorks' "How to Train Your Dragon" is setting up shop in Universal Plaza, timed perfectly with the movie’s release on June 13. This lifelike dragon weighs a hefty 730 pounds and stands about 6 feet tall, while measuring 24 feet long and 8 feet wide.

You can bet that everyone posing next to Toothless will feel like they're soaring across the Isle of Berk with their favorite dragon.

Exclusive Mega Movie Summer Bites

Jurassic Cafe and Isla Nublar

Jurassic Cafe is excited to introduce a selection of new prehistoric culinary delights. Isla Nublar will also unveil innovative cocktails, including The Jurassic Water Rebirth and Spicy Jurassic Pearadise. Don't miss these dino-licious treats!

Amity Island Cafe

Located at the main entry of the theme park, Hollywood & Dine will turn into Amity Island Cafe, with a menu centered around great white sharks. Menu highlights include Lobster Roll, Vegan Crab Cake Sandwich, Fish and Chips, Fish and Chicken Basket, Shark Bait Burger, Shark Fin Funnel Cake, Amity Island Parfait, and Amity Beach Lifesaver Donut. Also featured are The Shark Bite cocktail and Amity Open Water, a non-alcoholic drink.

Mel’s Diner

With its nostalgic theme, Mel’s Diner serves dishes like the Flux Capacitor Patty Melt, Time Machine Pastrami Melt, Doc Brown’s Chicken Pot Pie, Outatime Cookie, Time Traveler’s Milk Shake, Flux Capacitor Mocktail, and Wake Up Juice Cocktail, all inspired by Back to the Future.

Mega Surprises at Universal CityWalk Hollywood

To celebrate Universal Studios Hollywood's Mega Movie Summer, Universal CityWalk is also offering limited-time entertainment, food items, and merchandise.

The Enchanting Voodoo Doughnut

At Voodoo Doughnut, indulge in the whimsically named Doughnut Go In the Water, inspired by Jaws, along with the delicious Little Stepper and Big Stepper treats derived from Jurassic World Rebirth.

Universal Studio Store and Cartooniversal

Discover themed merchandise collections at the Universal Studio Store and Cartooniversal to enjoy Universal Mega Movie Summer even more.

Five Towers Stage

If you're looking for a good time, the Five Towers Stage will be rocking with DJs and great shows. Head over to Universal CityWalk to get all the info and find out what's happening.

Universal Cinema

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Need a movie night? Universal Cinema, an AMC® Theatre, is where it’s at! You can catch hits like How to Train Your Dragon and Jurassic World Rebirth, and they even have some original movie costumes on display in the lobby. Plus, there’s a showing of Back to the Future on July 3, which is pretty nostalgic!

This awe-inspiring theater is the only place in the world that features a massive six-story 70MM IMAX® screen and the new PRIME at AMC® featuring amazing 4K projection. The sound system is top-notch, and you can enjoy heated recliners too! Don’t forget to check out Universal Cinema for the latest screenings.

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Update

Construction is still rolling on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, the first high-speed outdoor roller coaster at Universal Studios Hollywood, which is coming in 2026. To amp up the excitement, the park is showcasing one of the ride vehicles for all guests to see.

The Dodge Charger, made to look like Dominic Toretto’s beloved 1970 model, will be parked within Universal Plaza. It's a neat way to get a taste of the adventure that awaits once it opens next year!

Universal Mega Movie Summer is set to serve movies and more.

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Have the best summer day in LA this 2025 at one of the best Universal destinations in the world. The all-new Universal Mega Movie Summer is set to make this season extra sizzling and fun with lots of exciting activities lined up! Enjoy your summer with new character meet and greets, tasty treats inspired by your favorite movies, and larger-than-life photo ops.

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Get your summer bucket list ready and dive into this one-of-a-kind cinematic summer celebration. Don't forget to purchase your Universal Studios Hollywood tickets ahead of time for the hottest deals.