It’s Friday the 13th of December, so it’s the perfect time for the spooky season to resurface in this week’s round of theme park, immersive, and holiday-centric stories.
It’s time for Jason Voorhees’ favorite day, there’s a lot of fun to be had this month, Nosferatu inviting fans into the cool of the theater, Disney Cruise presents the The Haunted Mansion the parlor bar, too The Gremlins again Batman Returns for a feature on the “Holidays Made Here” Warner Bros. studio tour. Meanwhile, Universal Studios is letting go The Grinch of Grinchmas and other unexpected winter fun at Super Nintendo World. As for the Disney Experience, the theme park festivals are Pixar’s highlight Cocoa at a special cultural event.
Nosferatu: Focused Feeling
Next week we await the release of Robert Eggers’ Nosferatuimmersive theater juggernaut Thirteenth Floor Entertainment, its immersion segment is led An illusion creator Jon Braver, will present a special experience to bring the film to life for fans on December 16-18. The only sad thing is that since this week it has been sold, unless they extend the working time. More information here.
I The Haunted Mansion Restaurant
For the newly baptized Treasurethe latest ship to join the Disney Cruise line, The Haunted Mansion fans will be able to experience the spooky fun of the popular Disney Parks attraction with a boo-zy spin in its intimate lounge with themed drinks. Booking a trip e Treasure and view destinations visit here.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour: Holidays Made Here
In Burbank, CA you can take behind-the-scenes glimpses of all your favorite Warner Bros. movies, including holiday-themed shows on the “Holidays Made Here” studio tour. Included are obscure horror favorites such as Batman Returns, Gremlins, and of course Beetlejuice juice. There is also a gift shop at the end of the tour that will take you back to the days of Warner Bros. stores. other exclusive merchandise can be found online. Tickets for the tour here.
Horror Boo-dega in Burbank, CA
Halloween is alive and well year-round in Burbank, CA—home of WB and Disney—with Magnolia Street lined with kitschy shops that have become their own destination for horror fans, including local favorites Mystic Museum and Halloweentown. New to the group is the Horror Boodega, featuring spooky tricks and treats all year round. This week it’s Friday the 13th, of course!
Grinchmas at Universal Studios Hollywood
At Grinchmas, you can get in the Grinchy spirit with a live retelling of the Seuss classic with Cindy-Lou Who, the iconic Martha May, and the Grinch himself (their chemistry is always off the charts). Our favorite part? Meeting Max and the dog of course! Grinchmas at Universal Studios Hollywood takes place from now until January 6, 2025. For tickets go here.
Did You Know It Snows In The Mushroom Kingdom?
That’s right: at Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood you can find adorable holiday decorations featuring these snowmen Mario and Luigi. We want more of this, maybe a “snoap” fall – though that would make things slippery enough that visitors would need 1 help. There’s also some great Nintendo-themed decor around, with merchandise inspired by it. We love the Snowman Mario Ugly Christmas sweater, which to be honest isn’t really a bad thing.
A Musical Christmas with Mariachi Alegria de Disneyland and Miguel from Pixar Cocoa
One of the best parts of the Holiday Festival is the presence of a Pixar favorite Cocoaand having it represents the greatest influence of Mexican culture in Southern California. It helps transition from Dia De Los Muertos to the winter holidays with CocoaTimeless and lovely themes for the family. This year, to keep the popular film as part of the holidays after November, Miguel is placed with his guitar next to a live mariachi, singing songs about how we keep the loved ones we’ve lost always there, and their memories alive. You can also try delicious food featured in the movie, like barbacoa tamales, as part of the holiday food market. For more information visit here.
Spooky and Holiday Gift Trends Geek Core
For the people in your life who like to suffer year-round, here’s our trend guide for those last-minute shopping trips!
- Nosferatu x Hertic Parfum – The film’s official fragrance collaboration smells earthy and sweet, perfect for that friend who thinks he’s a vampire. Find it here.
- RSVLTS x The Gremlins a collection featuring fun prints of zany creatures. Shop here.
- Beetlejuice juice A children’s clothing collection from Taylor Joelle featuring looks inspired by Astrid, Lydia, and Beetlejuice. Look here.
- Beetlejuice juice stock inserts from Kid Robot featuring Baby Beetlejuice and cult fave Bob. Find them online and at select retail locations.
- Catwoman Michelle Pfeiffer has her own perfume company—Henry Rose—including other perfumes inspired by her cinematic history. Darkness is Night, danger, and queens and monsters awaken Batman Returns, Stardustagain Maleficent 2. Check them out here.
- Dr. Martens x On Wednesday shoe collection for the Addams fan in your life: here
- These are comfortable Buffy the Vampire Slayer drops from Dumb Good are deadly. Shop online.
For receiving holidays under the phone:
- The Elf Cozy bedding sets for kids and the whole family at Copper Pearl, find online.
- Dr. Squatch stocking stuffer containing soap The Elf, The Lord of the Rings, Surpriseagain Game of Thrones. Shop here.
- star Wars pajamas for the whole family from Hanna Andersson online.
- A Pixar collection from Petunia Picklebottom for families traveling with little ones. Shop here!
- Looney Tunes collection of family pajamas like PatPat online.
- Disney Princess dresses (with sleeves!) for theme park visits this holiday season from PatPat; shop the extensive collection here.
- Don’t forget pets on the go with this cozy fur baby release from Sassy Woof Companion The Elf and warm coats from Free Country that you can personalize and match.
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