Universal Orlando Resort hotels are gearing up for a season of food, wine, and live entertainment with a full lineup of fall events at Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, and Loews Royal Pacific Resort. From intimate concerts to festive evenings under the stars, here’s a look at what’s coming.
Velvet Unplugged: Dream Street
Fans of early 2000s pop will get a dose of nostalgia when Matt Ballinger and Greg Raposo, original members of Dream Street, perform an acoustic set at Hard Rock Hotel. Expect hits like It Happens Every Time and Sugar Rush.
Where: Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
When: Friday, September 12 at 7:00 pm
Pinktober Velvet Sessions: Sister Hazel
The always-popular Velvet Sessions returns September 25 with Sister Hazel. Guests can rock out to classics including All For You and Champagne High during this high-energy lobby concert that supports breast cancer awareness.
Where: Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
When: Thursday, September 25 at 6:30 pm
Harbor Nights: La Dolce Vita
An evening of Italian charm comes to life at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel with wine tastings, savory bites, and live entertainment in the Harbor Piazza. Guests can also upgrade to a VIP ticket for a six-course wine dinner featuring Santa Margherita wines.
Where: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
When: Friday, October 17 from 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Halloween Velvet Sessions: Sebastian Bach
Celebrate Halloween Hard Rock-style as rocker Sebastian Bach headlines an adults-only Velvet Sessions party. Guests can expect iconic tracks like 18 and Life and Youth Gone Wild.
Where: Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando
When: Thursday, October 30 at 6:30 pm
Wantilan Luau
A year-round favorite, the Wantilan Luau at Loews Royal Pacific Resort features a Polynesian-inspired all-you-can-eat buffet, live music, and traditional entertainment including fire dancers.
Where: Loews Royal Pacific Resort
When: Saturday evenings, 6:00 – 8:30 pm
From nostalgic pop and classic rock to elegant wine tastings and tropical feasts, Universal Orlando’s hotels are offering something for everyone this fall.
Janine is a theme park and pop culture nerd from an early age. Since 1994, she’s been traversing the theme park world and has enjoyed all things from Halloween events to new ride releases and beyond. When she’s not at a theme park, she’s probably at a concert or doing something fun with her kiddo.