Fandom Party Returns to New York on October 18 at the Hard Rock Hotel in Times Square
Fandom Party New York Presented by Universal Orlando Resort to Celebrate the 2025 Launch of the Destination’s Newest Theme Park, Universal Epic Universe
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – September 23, 2024 – Just when you thought the fun ended in San Diego…Fandom is heading to New York City for a can’t-miss event during New York Comic Con. The Fandom Party New York, presented by Universal Orlando Resort, will be held at The Venue on Music Row at the Hard Rock Hotel in bustling Times Square on Friday, October 18 from 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. and will bring together fans, celebrities, influencers, industry partners, and press for a fun-filled night to remember. Fans should make sure to follow @getfandom on social media for the chance to win tickets to the party.
Fandom is turning 20 this year (on October 18th to be exact!) and guests will enjoy an unforgettable night of curated and immersive experiences during The Fandom Party New York, including:
An interactive photo booth experience and scavenger hunt highlighting the five immersive worlds coming to the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park opening in 2025
An AR experience and collectible pin from partner Pinfinity
Fandom arcade games filled with fun prizes to celebrate Fandom's 20th anniversary
And so much more!
And the excitement continues at New York Comic Con on Saturday, October 19 at 6:30pm ET in the Javits Center Room 406.3! Join Chris Hayner (Sr. Editor, GameSpot) and members of the Universal Destinations & Experiences creative team for an exclusive panel, Universal Epic Universe: The Creation of Universal's Game-Changing New Theme Park.
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About Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort is an award-winning theme park destination that welcomes all to truly be themselves while enjoying world-class attractions that redefine theme park experiences. Here, a multitude of authentically thrilling, exciting and spontaneous adventures await – each inviting guests to embark on whatever vacation they crave while igniting their full range of emotions like never before – from the awe of walking the streets of Hogsmeade or Diagon Alley in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to the rush of adrenaline that takes over when coming face-to-face with a Velociraptor in Jurassic Park to the wide-eyed joy of seeing an entire slice of cake atop a delectable milkshake at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen.
Universal Orlando Resort is home to three, soon-to-be four, exhilarating theme parks that boast some of the most innovative and immersive experiences ever created – Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay, and – opening in 2025 - Universal Epic Universe. Guests can also relish in exciting dining and entertainment at the Universal CityWalk entertainment complex and enjoy incredible accommodations and magnificent theming across eleven hotels that offer something for every style and budget: Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel (opening in 2025), Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal Stella Nova Resort (opening January 21, 2025), Universal Terra Luna Resort (opening February 25, 2025), Universal Aventura Hotel, Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort, and Universal Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites & Dockside Inn and Suites.
Universal Orlando Resort is a part of Universal Destinations & Experiences, a unit of Comcast NBCUniversal.
About Universal Epic Universe – Opening in 2025
Universal Epic Universe is a radically transformational theme park experience that will fully immerse guests in beloved cross-generational stories that empower them to be the epic heroes of their adventures. Located just a few miles from Universal Orlando’s current offerings, Epic Universe will feature breathtaking, multi-sensory environments, impeccable design and innovative technology throughout – creating an entirely new level of experience that will forever change theme park entertainment. Guests will explore five spectacularly themed worlds, an array of unique dining, shopping and entertainment experiences, and so much more. Epic Universe will also be adjacent to three new Universal hotels, co-owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co, - including sister properties, Universal Stella Nova Resort and Universal Terra Luna Resort, and the majestic Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel – which is located at the theme park. For more information about Universal Epic Universe, visit www.universalorlando.com/epicuniverse
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