Earl the Squirrel has become a popular character at Universal Orlando during the Holidays and is considered the Resort's official mascot for the Christmas season. What started as a lighting mishap and turned into an inside joke within the entertainment team now has become a core part of the Holiday event. Recently, Universal has shared the official story of how Earl the Squirrel came to be.. The holidays are here and that means it's time to learn the true story behind Universal Orlando Resort's Earl the Squirrel! Watch as Universal Team Members discuss their favorite Earl memories and.
Universal Orlando Resort guests can purchase a real book version of "The Tale of Earl the Squirrel" after stepping into the story at the Holiday Tribute Store.. The holiday season at Universal Orlando Resort runs from November 21, 2025 to January 4, 2026. Here is a full list with prices of all the 2025 Earl the Squirrel Christmas merchandise you can find. We will continually update when new items appear.