Universal Studios Hollywood will launch its annual Universal Fan Fest Nights with the debut of “ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show,” a live stunt production inspired by a popular show at Universal Studios Japan. The show will take place at the WaterWorld venue.
The separately ticketed event runs for 12 nights: April 23-25; May 1-3, 7-9 and 14-16, 2026. Tickets are on sale.
Set on a reimagined Midori Island from the world of “One Piece,” the show follows the Straw Hat Crew — Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp, Sanji and Chopper — as they search for rare Pop Greens, a powerful island resource.
The story escalates when Marines invade the island, triggering pyrotechnics and high-energy battle scenes. Guests will watch from surrounding bleachers.
The show also features comedic moments when rival pirate Buggy arrives, attempting to claim the Pop Greens. The approximately 20-minute performance ends with a celebratory escape sequence designed to immerse guests in the world of “One Piece.”
“Universal Fan Fest Nights” is an after-hours event focused on immersive fandom experiences. The event includes themed entertainment, character interactions, cosplay, photo opportunities and themed food, beverages and merchandise, available for purchase.
In addition to the “One Piece” show, the event will feature several experiences:
“Scooby-Doo Meets the Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot,” an interactive walkthrough featuring Scooby-Doo, Shaggy and the gang alongside classic Universal Monsters, including Frankenstein, Dracula, the Bride of Frankenstein and the Wolf Man. The experience takes place on portions of the studio backlot used in films such as “Frankenstein” (1931) and “The Wolf Man” (1941).
“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Forbidden Forest: A Search for the Hippogriff,” a walkthrough experience where guests encounter magical creatures while searching for a missing Hippogriff with guidance from a Hogwarts professor.
“Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon the Miracle: Moon Palace Chapter Deluxe,” a subtitled Japanese-language CG anime film presented at the DreamWorks Theatre, featuring Super Sailor Moon battling an enemy seeking the Legendary Silver Crystal.
“Dungeons & Dragons: Secrets of Waterdeep,” a returning immersive experience in which guests join the Harpers to stop the beholder Xanathar. The creature is created by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop.
“SUPER NINTENDO WORLD — Colorful Yoshi Celebration,” a themed experience where guests can meet multicolored Yoshis throughout the Mushroom Kingdom.
Ticket options include general admission, Universal Express and Universal Express Unlimited passes, as well as combination day-and-night tickets, a two-night pass and the Ultimate Fandom Pass, valid for multiple visits through May 16, 2026. Early-access tickets and VIP tour packages are also available. Special pricing is offered for pass members on select nights.
Select attractions will remain open during the event, including “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge,” “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey,” “Flight of the Hippogriff,” “Jurassic World — The Ride,” “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem,” “Transformers: The Ride 3D,” “Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride” and “The Simpsons Ride.”