Universal Orlando Passholders have another holiday collectible to add to their collection, and this one celebrates a pretty big moment for a familiar festive face!
The holidays are almost here at Universal Orlando Resort, and the resort is already giving Annual Passholders a few extra reasons to celebrate. With festive decorations, seasonal entertainment, and new merchandise arriving across the parks, Universal has now revealed another exclusive collectible that fans of Earl the Squirrel won’t want to miss.
Beginning November 14, 2026, Universal Orlando Annual Passholders (UOAPs) can pick up a new exclusive Earl the Squirrel holiday button celebrating the character’s debut as a Macy’s parade balloon.
The collectible features Universal Orlando’s beloved holiday squirrel and commemorates his upcoming appearance in the 2026 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Where to Get the NEW Earl the Squirrel UOAP Button
Universal Orlando has confirmed that the exclusive holiday button will be available at two locations beginning Saturday, November 14.
Universal Islands of Adventure
- Location: UOAP Lounge in Toon Lagoon
- Distribution Hours: 11 AM to 7 PM
Universal Studios Florida
- Location: The Tonight Shop
- Distribution Hours: Park open to park close
Passholders can visit either participating location to pick up the new collectible. Universal has not announced an official end date for the distribution or specified how long supplies are expected to last. As with other limited passholder collectibles, guests interested in picking one up may want to visit earlier rather than waiting until later in the holiday season.
The Button Celebrates Earl the Squirrel’s Macy’s Parade Debut
This year’s Earl the Squirrel celebration is a particularly big one. Universal Orlando previously announced that Earl will make his debut as a 30.4-foot-tall balloon in the 2026 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The balloon features Earl wearing his signature winter cap and holding his favorite blue lightbulb.
Following its Thanksgiving Day debut, the balloon will make its way to Universal Studios Florida, where it will join Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s in December. The new UOAP-exclusive button is another way Universal is celebrating the milestone, alongside a collection of Earl the Squirrel merchandise announced for the holiday season.
More Earl the Squirrel Experiences Are Coming to Universal Orlando
Earl’s new balloon isn’t the only way guests can celebrate the mischievous holiday character this year. Universal Orlando has also announced new Earl-themed apparel, accessories, and collectibles celebrating his Macy’s balloon debut.
Guests will also have opportunities to meet Earl at Universal CityWalk on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays beginning November 20, 2026, through January 3, 2027. And Universal Studios Florida’s 2026 Holiday Tribute Store will feature a theme celebrating NBCUniversal’s legacy in the 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, bringing another connection to Earl’s big debut.
My Take
I love that Universal is giving Passholders another exclusive holiday collectible, especially one tied to such a big milestone for Earl the Squirrel. He’s become a recognizable part of Universal Orlando’s Christmas celebrations, and the new Macy’s balloon is definitely giving him a moment this year.
The best part is that Passholders have two locations to choose from, which should make picking up the button a little more convenient. I’d still recommend grabbing one sooner rather than later, especially since Universal hasn’t announced how long the distribution will last.
Ready to ring in the holidays with Earl the Squirrel?
Keep checking back with Theme Park Scope for more Universal Orlando Annual Passholder perks, exclusive collectibles, holiday merchandise, and the latest updates from Universal Orlando Resort!
Leave a Reply