Author: Brian Glenn

Universal will be airing a new documentary about their new theme park called “Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe,” airing on NBC on Wednesday, August 20 at 9 PM EST and available to stream the next day on Peacock. Hosted by Joe Manganiello, the one-hour special celebrates the debut of Universal Orlando Resort’s Universal Epic Universe and explores the imagination, innovatio,n and storytelling behind the groundbreaking new theme park. As a fan of the stories that Epic Universe brings to life, Manganiello will take audiences on an epic journey as he experiences the park for the first time with unparalleled…

Universal has officially confirmed that Five Nights at Freddy’s will be featured at Halloween Horror Nights 2025 as a haunted house. Guests will follow in the footsteps of Mike, who was recently fired and desperate for work so that he can keep custody of his little sister, after he accepts a position as a night security guard in an abandoned themed entertainment center: Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria. The terror will start as guests navigate the corridors and learn that nothing at Freddy’s is what it seems when they encounter the supernatural and become lured into the black heart of an unspeakable…

The WWE and Universal Parks are teaming for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, as Universal has announced that a Wyatt Sicks haunted house will be featured this year in Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood. Guests will go head-to-head with Uncle Howdy in an experience that not only features The Wyatt Sicks but honors the legacy of Bray Wyatt. The group derives from the creative mind of Bray Wyatt and was resurrected in 2024 by his brother Bo Dallas, also known as Uncle Howdy – the fearless leader of The Wyatt Sicks. The chilling crew of five has quickly emerged…

Universal Orlando has announced it will release an official Epic Universe soundtrack, available on physical vinyl and streaming platforms in 2026. To mark the announcement. Universal has released three songs from the upcoming album on Spotify and Apple Music. The released songs include Court of the Moon Theme (Day), Majestic Rising (Reprise of Apollo) and Stardust Racers (Day). More details will be revealed in the coming months. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts and follow along on our forums & discussion boards. Looking to book that EPIC Universal vacation? We recommend…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from July 28, 2025, to August 3, 2025. Universal Orlando Universal Epic Universe is now open! In celebration of the upcoming live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon, a themed shopping experience will be added to the Lost Continent, near Doc Sugrue’s Desert Kebab House. Additionally, a Toothless photo opportunity will be available. Elphaba and Glinda return for Meet & Greets at Wicked: The Experience at Universal Studios Florida from June 23rd to August 10th. To celebrate the upcoming release of Jurassic World: Rebirth, in theaters July 2, Universal…

Universal Orlando has announced 2 of the shows that will be featured at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights 34; “Nightmare Fuel: Circus of Decay” and “Haunt-O-Phonic: A Ghoulish Journey” lagoon show. Nightmare Fuel: Circus of Decay This once-vibrant circus has festered into an unending nightmare. It’s a sinister spectacle of pyro, aerialists and illusions. Nightmare Fuel has become a staple of Halloween Horror Nights in recent years and is one of the most popular shows in the event’s history. This will be the 4th year Nightmare Fuel will be featured at the event. Haunt-O-Phonic: A Ghoulish Journey A ghost story…

Universal Horror Unleashed has unveiled a first look at its new collection of exclusive merchandise, which will be available when the much-anticipated destination opens on August 14, 2025. The brand-new Universal Horror Unleashed retail store will immerse guests in a world of horror, offering exclusive merchandise inspired by Universal’s legacy of horror and featuring four terrifying haunted houses. Fans can shop at the all-new retail location, where a variety of scientific and supernatural artifacts and curiosities surround guests, including apparel, collectibles, jewelry, accessories, and more. “This groundbreaking horror experience demanded an equally bold and immersive retail offering,” said Justin LaFoe,…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the return of its fan-favorite haunted house, Scarecrow, now featuring music composed by Grammy Award-winning guitarist and songwriter Slash, coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2025. According to Universal Studios Hollywood, the haunted house “puts retribution at the forefront, in which Mother Nature seeks vengeance on the homesteaders for their sins of the past that will be carried out by farmland scarecrows, mute witnesses who have become the guardians of destruction for anyone who crosses their path.” Scarecrow was featured in Hollywood’s 2022 event and has become a staple of Halloween Horror Nights on both coasts.…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from July 20, 2025, to July 27, 2025. Universal Orlando Universal Epic Universe is now open! In celebration of the upcoming live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon, a themed shopping experience will be added to the Lost Continent, near Doc Sugrue’s Desert Kebab House. Additionally, a Toothless photo opportunity will be available. Elphaba and Glinda return for Meet & Greets at Wicked: The Experience at Universal Studios Florida from June 23rd to August 10th. To celebrate the upcoming release of Jurassic World: Rebirth, in theaters July…

Universal Orlando has announced two new street experiences that will be featured at Halloween Horror Nights 34: Mel’s Die-In Zombies and Club Horror. Universal did not share much information, except that more details will be revealed soon. Club Horror is believed to be located in San Francisco and will feature “undead DJs”, while Mel’s Die-In Zombie will be outside of the restaurant in Hollywood (obviously) and feature zombie carhops. Halloween Horror Nights 34 will take place from August 29, 2025, through November 2, 2025. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts and follow…