Universal Studios Hollywood Launches Free Ticket Program for First Responders as a Thank You for Battling LA Wildfires

The program runs through April 10, with those eligible also able to get a 50% discount on up to three additional tickets.

First responders can currently get a free ticket for Universal Studios Hollywood as a thank you to all those who helped battle the recent Los Angeles wildfires.

What’s Happening:

  • Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the new  “First Responder Heroes Ticket” program, stating “Universal Studios Hollywood expresses its sincere gratitude to the first responders for their heroic efforts in tackling the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.”
  • All eligible active first responders are able to receive one complimentary 1-Day General Admission ticket and a 50% discount on up to three 1-Day General Admission tickets, now through April 10, 2025.
  • The offer extends to all eligible U.S.-based, active first responders within public or private agency/entities who assist the community in the following categories: Firefighters, Police Officers, Sheriff’s Deputies, National Guard, and Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians. Offer excludes retired and volunteer first responders.
  • The “First Responder Heroes Ticket” may only be redeemed once per eligible first responder and must be redeemed in person at the theme park’s dedicated “First Responder Heroes Ticket” ticket booth located at the Front Gate entrance. The ticket can only be redeemed for the same day visit. Online redemption will not be available. Eligible first responders will need to show a valid government-issued photo ID and valid employee ID card for qualifying first responder occupation.
  • In addition to the complimentary ticket, first responders have the option to purchase up to three additional 1-Day General Admission tickets for guests within their party at a savings of 50% off the front gate price on the day of visit. All accompanying guests must be present at the time of visit to receive the discounted rate.

What They’re Saying:

  • Scott Strobl, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Universal Studios Hollywood: “The selfless dedication and tireless resilience exhibited by the first responders in response to combatting the L.A. wildfires has been nothing short of extraordinary and we are very grateful to these unsung heroes for their courage during this difficult time. When these first responders are ready for a much needed break, we look forward to welcoming them to our theme park.”

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Eric Goldman
Growing up in Los Angeles, Eric grew up adoring movies and theme parks, carrying that love with him into a career covering a wide gamut of entertainment and pop culture that also includes TV, toys and comics. As a lifelong fan of both Disneyland and horror, the Haunted Mansion is his dream home.