With news that next year Disney will discontinue their Grad Nite event Universal Orlando looks to be in prime reach of taking the Graduation market. It has one of the most popular attractions in Wizarding World of Harry Potter, some world class coasters and the edge that Disney seems to have lost years ago. However, for this year, Universal has just released the line up for their Grad Bash kicking off this Spring for Seniors.
From Universal Orlando:
UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S GRAD BASH 2011 FEATURES LIVE PERFORMANCES BY
TODAY’S HOTTEST MUSIC STARS – JASON DERULO, PITBULL, B.O.B., AND DJ KHALED
High School Seniors Can Also Enjoy Exclusive Access to
Two World-Class Theme Parks, Nonstop Entertainment and More
Tickets on Sale Now with High School Student Advisors for Orlando’s Hottest Grad Party
WHAT: Universal Orlando’s Grad Bash 2011 is Orlando’s hottest high school graduation event where graduates can celebrate with exclusive access to two world-class theme parks, street entertainment and live performances by some of today’s most popular musical artists.
This year’s talent lineup includes Jason DeRulo – the artist behind smash hits like “Whatcha Say” and “In My Head;” Reggaeton rapper Pitbull, also known as “Mr. 305;” five-time 2011 Grammy award nominee B.o.B.; and BET’s 2008 “DJ of the Year,” DJ Khaled. Together, this dynamic group of acts lays claim to 11 platinum and multi-platinum singles and will be performing live for high school graduates on the Music Plaza Stage at Universal Studios Florida. Performance dates are listed below.
GRAD BASH 2011 TALENT LINE-UP
Performing at Universal Studios’ Music Plaza StageGrad Bash Event Dates
Live Talent Performances By:
Friday, April 15
· Jason DeRulo
· B.o.B.
· DJ Khaled
Saturday, April 30
· Jason DeRulo
· B.o.B.
· DJ Khaled
Friday, May 6
· Pitbull
· B.o.B.
· DJ Khaled
Saturday, May 7
· Pitbull
· B.o.B.
· DJ Khaled
Students also get late-night access to pulse-pounding rides and attractions at both Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. They can soar above Hogwarts on Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, speed through darkness on Revenge of the Mummy and rock out at 65 mph on Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit.
High school seniors are encouraged to book their spot at Universal Orlando’s Grad Bash with their student advisor. For more information on the event, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/GradBash.
WHEN: April 15, April 30, May 6, May 7
7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
You have to wonder exactly what they will do next year to expand the event to High School Seniors once Grad Nite is over with? Could we see a huge expansion to the nights, or will they shorten or redo other events like Mardi Gras to make room? We’ll see next year.
For more information on Grad Bash this year, visit the official Universal Orlando Website!
