Two Southern California theme parks are offering free tickets as a thank you to those who fought the recent wildfires that devastated parts of Los Angeles and the surrounding area.
Two Southern California theme parks are offering free tickets to firefighters and other first responders as a way to say thank you for their work in combating the deadly and destructive wildfires that ravaged the area for the last month.
Universal Studios Hollywood announced their “First Responder Heroes Ticket Offer” on Jan. 31.
“To thank those who assisted our community, all eligible active U.S.-based first responders can enjoy one complimentary general admission ticket and a 50% savings on up to three additional tickets, now through April 10, 2025,” said the park’s website.
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The offer is available to “eligible active U.S. based first responders at either a public or private agency/entity,” including paramedics/emergency medical technicians, firefighters, police officers/Sherriff’s deputies, and National Guard members, said Universal Studios Hollywood.
“The selfless dedication and tireless resilience exhibited by the first responders in response to combating 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,” Scott Strobl, the executive vice president and general manager of Universal Studios Hollywood said in a statement.
Strobl continued, “When these first responders are ready for a much needed break, we look forward to welcoming them to our theme park.”
Tickets can only be picked up in person and first responders must show a “valid government-issued photo ID and valid employee ID card for qualifying first responder occupation,” said Universal Studios Hollywood.
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On Feb. 7, Disneyland announced a similar offer for local first responders, calling it the “Heroes Ticket.” The “Heroes Ticket” is two free one-day “park hopper” tickets, which include entry to both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure.
“We are inspired by the endless dedication and contributions of the heroes who battled the fires that took place in the LA area, and our gratitude for their service is immeasurable,” said Ken Potrock, president of Disneyland Resort, in a statement released by Disneyland.
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“We hope these heroes can enjoy a memorable day with a loved one at our parks, because they certainly deserve it,” said Potrock.
The Heroes Ticket is available for “eligible California firefighters as well as eligible Los Angeles-based law enforcement personnel and emergency medical technicians who helped combat the LA fires in January 2025,” said the release from Disneyland. “The Heroes Ticket will also be available to eligible individuals from other departments that provided mutual aid assistance.”
The complementary tickets will be valid Mondays through Thursdays from May 5 through Aug. 7, 2025, said Disneyland, and will require a theme park reservation.
Additional information will be sent to eligible fire, police, and sheriff departments in April, said the press release.
