2026 Universal Fan Fest Nights Includes Sailor Moon at Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood just made Universal Fan Fest Nights a whole lot more exciting for anime fans. Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon the Miracle: Moon Palace Chapter Deluxe is officially coming to this year’s event, bringing the beloved manga and CG anime franchise to Hollywood for the first time.

If you’re a Sailor Moon fan — or you know someone who is — this is the event to plan around. Here’s everything you need to know about the Sailor Moon experience at Universal Fan Fest Nights.

Quick Summary

• Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon the Miracle: Moon Palace Chapter Deluxe comes to Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood
• Screening takes place inside the DreamWorks Theatre
• Japanese-language short film with English subtitles
• Originally debuted at Universal Studios Japan as part of Universal Cool Japan
• Fan Fest Nights runs 12 nights: April 23–25, May 1–3, 7–9, and 14–16, 2026
• Tickets are on sale now

What Is the Sailor Moon Experience at Universal Fan Fest Nights?

Guests will head into the DreamWorks Theatre to watch an all-original Japanese manga and CG anime short film featuring the series heroine Super Sailor Moon. The story follows her as she battles a mysterious enemy with sinister plans to steal the Legendary Silver Crystal from the enchanting Moon Palace.

The film is presented in Japanese with English subtitles — keeping the authentic experience intact. This is the same production that previously appeared at Universal Studios Japan as part of Universal Cool Japan, and it’s now making its North American debut at Universal Studios Hollywood.

What Is Universal Fan Fest Nights?

Universal Fan Fest Nights is a separately ticketed after-hours event at Universal Studios Hollywood that celebrates fan-favorite pop culture worlds through immersive experiences. Think live entertainment, character interactions, cosplay opportunities, exclusive photo ops, and themed food, beverages, and merchandise — all after regular park hours with smaller crowds.

Universal Fan Fest Nights 2026 Dates

The event runs for 12 nights across April and May:

• April: 23, 24, 25
• May: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16

Tickets are available now. If you’re targeting a specific night, don’t wait — Fan Fest Nights events have been popular and sell out.

What Else Is at Universal Fan Fest Nights 2026?

The Sailor Moon experience is just one part of the lineup. Universal Fan Fest Nights 2026 also features:

• Scooby-Doo Meets The Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot
• One Piece: Grand Pirate Show
• The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Forbidden Forest: A Search for the Hippogriff
• Super Nintendo World – Colorful Yoshi Celebration
• Dungeons & Dragons: Secrets of Waterdeep

That’s an impressive roster. If you’re already a Universal fan with tickets to the event, the Sailor Moon addition makes this lineup even stronger.

Sailor Moon at Universal Fan Fest Nights — Don’t Miss This

The Sailor Moon anime experience at Universal Fan Fest Nights is the kind of addition that makes this event stand out. A CG anime short that premiered at Universal Studios Japan, now showing in Hollywood for the first time — that’s genuinely special.

Whether you’re a lifelong Sailor Moon fan or just someone who appreciates great anime, this is worth getting tickets for. Fan Fest Nights 2026 runs April 23 through May 16 at Universal Studios Hollywood. Book your night now before it sells out.

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