Universal Studios Hollywood is expanding its Fan Fest Nights lineup this year with another beloved anime/manga addition, joining the likes of Sailor Moon. The spotlight now turns to the One Piece: Grand Pirate Show, an exhilarating live stunt performance inspired by the acclaimed show at Universal Studios Japan. This spectacle will unfold at the iconic WaterWorld venue. Tickets are already available for this limited-time event, scheduled for 12 nights across several dates: April 23-25; May 1-3, May 7-9, and May 14-16, 2026.
Set against the backdrop of Midori Island, a mysterious outpost from the One Piece universe, this live stunt show plunges audiences into an adventure. The Straw Hat Pirates crew – featuring Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp, Sanji, and Chopper – embark on a quest for the rare Pop Greens, a valuable resource unique to the island. Their daring exploration soon takes a dramatic turn as the Marines forcefully invade the island, escalating the tension with an incredible entrance. This intrusion ignites intense battle sequences, complete with pyrotechnic effects and boundless energy, captivating spectators.
Further comedic chaos ensues when the rival pirate Buggy makes a dramatic entrance, determined to claim the Pop Greens for himself. This action-packed 20-minute live stunt show culminates in a triumphant celebration – and a daring escape – immersing the audience deep into the world of One Piece, a realm defined by friendship, freedom, and exhilarating pandemonium.
Universal Fan Fest Nights offer a diverse array of exciting activities. In addition to the One Piece: Grand Pirate Show, attendees can enjoy experiences such as Scooby-Doo Meets The Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot, Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Forbidden Forest: A Search for the Hippogriff, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon the Miracle: Moon Palace Chapter Deluxe, Dungeons & Dragons: Secrets of Waterdeep, and Super Nintendo World – Colorful Yoshi Celebration.
