Universal Studios Hollywood Discount Tickets [Oct 2026]

Here’s a roundup of the latest Universal Studios Hollywood discount tickets for 2026, including official Universal Studios promotions like military discount & group discount, and discount prices from reliable authorized ticket sellers.

Cheapest Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets:

• Universal 1-day ticket discount – from $88.28
• Holloween Horror Night ticket discount – from $83.78

Discounts on Universal Express, 2-Day admission, VIP Experience, vacation packages, Fan Fest Nights and Halloween Horror Nights are also available.

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Gate Prices

Tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood cost $153 at the gate. Children 2 and under are admitted for free.

Universal Studios ticket prices vary depending on season, ticket type, and eligibility discounts. Don’t pay full price – below are current Universal Studios Hollywood ticket deals and discounts, organized by offer type and ticket source.

Holloween Horror Nights is on select nights from September 3 and Novermber 1, 2026.

1. Cheapest Universal Studios Tickets – from $88.28 (no added fees)

Universal Studios tickets are cheaper online via their website versus at the gate but they are still not the cheapest. For a better deal, buy cheap Universal Studios Hollywood tickets starting at $88.28 from AresTravel. Price varies by date of fees. No additional fees. You can head straight to the gate with printed tickets or show the e-ticket on your mobile device.

See all the discounted ticket deals they have available:

AresTravel is an authorized ticket seller where we have been buying our tickets from including Valleyfair tickets when we visited Minnesota and Legoland in California.

Note: No Universal Studios Hollywood coupon, promo code, or discount code is needed to avail of these deals.

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2. Universal Groupon Offer

Groupon also offers discounted attraction tickets. Currently, their prices for Universal tickets are similar to buying them direct though, so take advantage of ticket deal #1 above instead.

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3. Vacation Package

Save up to 20% when you book a Universal Vacation Package, which combines discount tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood and one of the 45 hotels near Universal Studios Hollywood.

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4. Group Discount

You can avail yourself of the Universal Studios Group Discount if you’re going as a group of 10 or more. To pre-purchase group tickets, call 818-622-1550.

Do compare the group rate with ticket deal #1 above as those may still be cheaper.

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5. Military & Veterans Discount

Universal Studios Military Discount is offered to all U.S. active-duty military personnel and veterans. You can purchase your tickets at your military base or online once identity is verified via ID.me. In order to obtain a military discount, a valid military or U.S. Government I.D. is required

These special military discounts are not available at the Universal Studios Hollywood ticket booth. To purchase, you must provide a valid ID as an Active Duty, National Guard, Reservist, Eligible Veteran, or Retired Member of one of the following U.S. Military Branches:

• Army
• Navy
• Air Force
• Marine Corps
• Coast Guard
• Space Force

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6. AAA Discount

AAA members can save $20 on VIP tickets and up to $20 to $34 savings on Universal Express and 1-Day General Admission Tickets. Do compare their prices (final price with taxes and fees) with deal #1 above before purchasing to make sure you’re getting the best deal.

Universal Studios Hollywood AAA discount can be purchased online or at participating AAA offices. AAA Universal Studios tickets are not available at the gate.

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7. Annual Pass

If you are planning to visit the park multiple times, a Universal Annual Pass may be more economical than buying individual passes each time. You can get them for $10 less when you buy them from the park’s website versus at the gate.

Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Pass Prices and Discount Price:

• California Neighbor Pass – $189 $179.95
• Silver Annual Pass –$229 $219.95
• Gold Annual Pass – $309 $299.95
• Platinum Annual Pass – $609 $599.95

The benefit of a Universal Studios Hollywood Gold Annual Pass includes free general parking, a 15% discount on in-park food, beverages, and merchandise while the Platinum Pass has no blackout dates. You also get invited to special events and so much more.

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8. Costco Offer

Costco Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets are available both in-store (not year-round) and online via their website. They were still available in-store when I visited Costco this September 2026.

Universal Studios Costco tickets are for Season Passes only. They are available for $179.99 plus tax (plus there is a $10 off offer during my store visit).

Terms and conditions:

• Non-Refundable
• First visit is valid on your registered date. First visit must occur on or before May 20, 2027.
• Season Pass is valid for eleven (11) months from your first visit date
• Advance registration of first visit date required. Registration may close within seven (7) days prior to (and inclusive of) any visit date. Register for your first visit in advance at Universal Registration
• Blockout dates apply to return visits only. Reservations may be required for return visits

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Know Before You Go:

• Hours: Operating hours vary by day. Check their website for daily schedules.
• Parking: General Parking, Preferred Parking, After 5PM Parking, and Front Gate Parking are available for an additional fee. Free parking for Gold and Platinum Pass Members. Check here for more information about parking & to view prices.
• Address: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608

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Other California Theme Park Discounts:

• Disneyland Discount
• Universal Studios Hollywood Discount
• Legoland California Discount Tickets
• SeaWorld San Diego Discount
• San Diego Zoo Discount
• San Diego Safari Park Discount
• Sesame Place San Diego Discount

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