Area Attractions - Holidays on the Hill (LA)

 

Tis the season for holiday cheer in Los Angeles and Holidays on the Hill is set to transform Universal City into a magical winter wonderland starting today. Running from November 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025, this festive experience, sponsored by Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City, offers something for everyone. Glide across the outdoor holiday ice skating rink, capture memorable photos with Santa at his Workshop, sip on themed cocktails at Jingle Bell Tavern, and enjoy an endless array of delights at L.A.’s most exclusive all you can eat Seafood & Prime Rib buffet open daily at Cafe Sierra. Holidays on the Hill is the ultimate holiday escape for families, couples, and friends, offering a one-stop destination for seasonal celebrations.  Holidays on the Hill kicks off the night from 5:00pm - 8:00pm PST with a grand opening ceremony, which will feature a musical performance by a cast member from the Broadway sensation Wicked and the Los Angeles Ice Theater. Guests can enjoy an exciting outdoor celebration featuring spectacular ice skating performances, raffle giveaways (including Universal Studios tickets), live entertainment, a DJ, face painting, balloon artistry, and more. To mark the occasion, complimentary ice skating will be offered from 6:00pm - 8:00pm as the ice rink opens up for the season.

Beginning December 4, Wednesday nights transform into “Wicked Wednesdays”, where guests can immerse themselves into the magic of Wicked with an enchanting skating party. The rink dazzles with vibrant green lighting while the iconic tunes from the Original Cast Recording fills the air. As an added treat, the first 50 guests will receive a gift from Wicked, which will be returning to the Hollywood Pantages Theatre from December 4, 2024 - February 2, 2025. For those who love classic holiday tunes, starting December 5, Thursdays bring “Holiday Hits Theme Nights,” where a DJ will spin iconic favorite holiday tracks as you glide along the ice from 5:30pm-10:00pm. For couples seeking a romantic winter evening, Holidays on the Hill offers the “Date & Skate” package, which includes an hour of picturesque outdoor skating under the stars and two vouchers for holiday-themed cocktails at Jingle Bell Tavern. Adding to the festive fun, family & friends can enjoy a “Paint & Sip” event at FIVE on the Hill, where guests can enjoy cozy fire pits, seasonal decor, live holiday music, and delicious cocktails while creating their own seasonal masterpiece.  Sponsors of Holidays on The Hill are Hilton Los Angeles Universal City, KUSC Classical California, Wicked, FIVE on The Hill, Cafe Sierra, and Sun Hill Properties Inc. This December will be filled with joy, celebration, and festive fun with friends and family. Whether you’re skating across the ice rink, visiting Santa at his workshop, enjoying a festive drink at Jingle Bell Tavern, or diving into endless seafood delights at Cafe Sierra, Holidays on the Hill promises to deliver unforgettable holiday memories for everyone. To learn more, purchase tickets, and make reservations, please visit www.holidaysonthehill.com.   Location: Holidays on The Hill 555 Universal Hollywood Drive Universal City, CA 91608   For More Information: www.holidaysonthehill.com www.cafesierrahilton.com  www.fiveonthehill.com (Jingle Bell Tavern) Social: @thehill_la @five_onthehill @cafesierrahilton                                                  About Hilton Universal: At the heart of Los Angeles' entertainment district, Hilton Universal is adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood. Looking on to the Hollywood Hills, the hotel is a half-mile from Universal CityWalk shopping and just as close to the local Metro station.