Get ready, Hello Kitty fans! Universal CityWalk Hollywood is rolling out the pink carpet for Hello Kitty’s epic 50th-anniversary celebration with a host of special-edition delights and collectibles, available for a limited time. Starting on Hello Kitty Day—Friday, November 1—through December 31, the all-new Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe and Sanrio Smile Shop will be packed with exclusive goodies that’ll make any fan’s heart race!
Located side-by-side at the heart of Universal CityWalk, these Hello Kitty hot spots will deliver the ultimate 50th-anniversary experience. At the Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe, fans can indulge in a dazzling array of 50th-themed snacks that celebrate Hello Kitty’s playful charm. Feast your eyes on a deliciously cute 50th Cookie Sandwich, the Instagram-worthy 50th Anniversary Cake, and the sparkling 50th Drink—a strawberry soda topped with coconut cream foam, created by Universal Studios Hollywood’s Executive Chef Julia Thrash. These treats join an already adorable lineup of Hello Kitty-inspired sweets and drinks, from mousse domes to Strawberry Green Iced Tea, as well as brand-new warm beverages like the Mocha Bow Bomb Latte and Hot Chocolate Bow Bomb to cozy up to.
Right next door, the all-new Sanrio Smile Shop is an immersive wonderland of Sanrio charm, brimming with exclusive Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary merch! Fans can snatch up everything from plushes and mugs to t-shirts, backpacks, and even aprons sporting the cafe’s logo. With her friends Cinnamoroll, My Melody, and Kuromi by her side, Hello Kitty invites you to step into a pink paradise packed with personality and playful spirit.
And don’t miss the chance to meet Hello Kitty herself, donning a stunning new pastel pink dress crafted for her 50th! She’ll be greeting fans at the Animation Studio Store inside Universal Studios Hollywood—an ideal spot to snap the perfect photo and take a piece of Hello Kitty magic home with you.
This dazzling tribute to Hello Kitty’s legacy is only here for a short time, so head to Universal CityWalk and grab these exclusive treats and merch before it’s too late!
