Universal Orlando plans holiday events

Leah Zanolla | Posted: Nov 7, 2011 | Updated: Oct 19, 2014 - 9:25:27 AM

Guests at Universal Orlando this holiday season will once again have the pleasure of enjoying performances by Mannheim Steamroller. On the first three weekends in December, the group can be seen at Music Plaza after the Macy's Holiday Parade, which normally takes place around 5:00 pm. This is the 10th year for the parade, which features the oversized balloons from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. This year, a special float will commemorate the anniversary, and the parade will end with Santa Claus and a tree-lighting ceremony. The normal stage shows will feature holiday versions and the Holiday Village location offers hot chocolate, roasted chestnuts, cupcake decorating and shopping.

Grinchmas will once again return to Islands of Adventure, bringing back the popular "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" musical. Become part of Who-ville when you meet the Grinch and take a visit to the Wonky Tree Lot.

The holiday season at Universal Orlando runs from December 3 through January 1.

Universal also announced a new ticket deal for Florida residents, where they can purchase an annual pass and get 14 months for the price of 12. These tickets must be purchased by January 1, 2012.