Author: Brian Glenn

Universal Orlando has announced Passholder Bonus Benefits, an event celebrating their annual passholders, will return January 5 – 31, 2026. Annual and Seasonal Passholders will have the opportunity to experience Universal Orlando with extra benefits only available for a limited time. Here are some of the exclusive offerings that Universal Orlando Passholders can enjoy during Passholder Bonus Benefits: Food and beverage featuring limited-time menu offerings throughout the destination, plus Passholder-exclusive dining locations at Universal’s Great Movie Escape in CityWalk from 4 pm to 11 pm and Lombard’s Seafood Grille in Universal Studios Florida from 12 pm to Park Close. Cacio…

Universal Studios Hollywood invites guests to ring in 2026 with EVE, Hollywood’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebration – featuring multiple dance locations, a captivating fireworks display, photo ops, and access to select rides and attractions, on December 31, 2025, with extended hours until 2:00 a.m. All festivities are included with theme park admission. The New Year’s celebration starts at 9 PM, with fireworks lighting up the night sky at midnight. The fireworks can be viewed from multiple locations, including the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Springfield, Universal Plaza, and the Lower Lot. Dance the night away at multiple live entertainment…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from December 1, 2025, to December 7, 2025. Universal Orlando Universal Epic Universe is now open! Running daily through Tuesday, December 31, guests can celebrate the Holiday season at Universal Orlando. From the wondrous spectacle of “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade, and coming face-to-face with everyone’s favorite green grouch, the Grinch, during Grinchmas, to gazing at the floats and larger-than-life balloons during Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, there are boundless opportunities for guests to enjoy at Universal Orlando this…

Universal Orlando Resort is gearing up for one of its busiest holiday weekends of the year. If you’re planning to visit the Resort, Universal is offering a variety of Thanksgiving dining options across its hotels and theme parks. Special menu items will be available for Thanksgiving only unless otherwise notated. In-Park Holiday Offerings Confisco Grille at Islands of Adventure Butternut Squash Soup: with roasted pepitas and crème fraîche Arugula and Spinach Salad: made with spiced pecans, roasted golden beets, dried cranberries, goat cheese, and pomegranate vinaigrette. Herb Roasted Turkey and Sage Gravy: served with traditional wild mushroom stuffing, whipped potatoes, crispy Brussels…

Happy Thanksgiving Week! Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from November 24, 2025, to November 30, 2025. Universal Orlando Universal Epic Universe is now open! Running daily through Tuesday, December 31, guests can celebrate the Holiday season at Universal Orlando. From the wondrous spectacle of “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade, and coming face-to-face with everyone’s favorite green grouch, the Grinch, during Grinchmas, to gazing at the floats and larger-than-life balloons during Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, there are boundless opportunities for guests to enjoy at…

Guests can now reserve a spot for Universal Orlando’s popular Float Ride and Dine Experience for 2026’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval, returning to Universal Studios Florida running February 7 through April 4, 2026. The Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience includes an exclusive opportunity to be a part of the festivities with a reserved spot aboard a Mardi Gras float to toss beads during the event’s parade. This unique offering includes a three-course meal on the day of your visit that features one appetizer, one entrée, one dessert and one non-alcoholic beverage from one of five participating…

Universal Orlando Resort continues its historic year with incredible recognition for its groundbreaking Universal Epic Universe theme park from the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) – presenters of the annual Thea Awards, which are considered the highest honor in the global themed entertainment industry. Universal earned a total of four “Outstanding Achievement” awards, including: Outstanding Achievement – Theme Park: Universal Epic Universe Outstanding Achievement – Ride Experiences: Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Outstanding Achievement – Attraction: Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment Outstanding Achievement – Theme Park Land: How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk Plus, Dale Mason, former Universal Creative…

Universal Destinations & Experiences announced the attractions, shows, food & beverage, and merchandise experiences that will be featured in the all-new Universal Kids Resort – a regional theme park specifically designed for families with young children. The theme park will open in 2026 in Frisco, Texas. Universal Kids Resort will feature seven themed lands, including DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp, Jurassic World Adventure Camp, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom, Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club, DreamWorks’ TrollsFest, DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar, and the Isle of Curiosity. “When creating Universal Kids Resort, we leaned into that childlike curiosity and invited play to be…

Universal Orlando has announced that Finnegan’s Bar & Grill at Universal Studios Florida will temporarily close in January 2026 for a nearly year-long renovation. The Irish-themed restaurant, located in the park’s New York section, will officially close on January 12, 2026, to begin the renovations. The venue is known for its traditional pub fare, live entertainment, and its popularity among guests and annual passholders, especially during Halloween Horror Nights. Universal hasn’t officially given a reopening date other than a general “Winter/Late 2026” timeline, meaning the restaurant will not be operating during Halloween Horror Nights 35. Stay tuned to Inside Universal…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from November 17, 2025, to November 23, 2025. Universal Orlando Universal Epic Universe is now open! The Holidays at Universal Orlando start this Friday, November 21! Taking place through January 4, 2026, guests can enjoy beautiful holiday décor throughout the entire destination – including select worlds at Universal Epic Universe – and revel in the holiday spirit as they enjoy exciting experiences at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, including Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas, Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, and more.…