Author: Brian Glenn

Set up for Halloween Horror Nights 34 is heating up as we’re just a little over 3 weeks away from Opening Night. In this update, we take a look around Universal Studios Florida to see what’s been done for scare zone preparation. Park Update Index » The Origins of Horror in Production Central » Mutations: Toxic Twenties in New York » Club Horror in San Francisco » Masquerade: Dance with Death in Hollywood » The Cat Lady of Crooked Lane in Central Park The Origins of Horror in Production Central The entrance of Halloween Horror Nights will set the stage…

Dolores, the tiny Aquilops introduced in Jurassic World: Rebirth, is now meeting guests around Jurassic Park at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure. Dolores and her handler will appear throughout the day, usually near the Discovery Center or close to the Raptor Encounter. The dinosaur will respond to guests with blinking eyes and will coo, especially if you scratch under its chin. Per her handler, Dolores was rescued from the island of Île Saint-Hubert, which follows the events of the plot of Jurassic World: Rebirth. Aquilops is a small ceratopsian dinosaur, and yes, they did exist in the Cretaceous period. Despite…

Universal Orlando has scheduled Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida for a brief refurbishment starting August 11, 2025. The attraction will be closed through August 13, 2025. Please keep in mind that these dates can change. 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 using our friends at MEI-Travel to help plan your next trip to Universal Orlando or Universal Studios Hollywood.

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from August 4, 2025, to August 10, 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 Orlando has released the first wave of official Halloween Horror Nights 34 merchandise, including the return of Lil Boo and a new Mel’s Die-In line. The merchandise can be found at the 5 & Dime in Universal Studios Florida or at All Hallows’ Eve Boutique in Islands of Adventure. Lil Boo Everyone’s favorite lil pumpkin is back, featured on several pieces of merchandise – including t-shirts, pants, candles, keychains, backpacks, and more. Mel’s Die-In Coming off the popular UOAP-exclusive shirt last year, Universal has expanded the line this year, especially as the Mel’s Die-In Zombies street experience will be featured this…

Universal Studios Hollywood is celebrating its pass members by throwing another round of Pass Member Appreciation Days from August 15 to September 30, 2025. Annual and Season Pass members are encouraged to take advantage of the limited-time offers available just for them, redeemable by simply showing one’s pass to a team member at any participating location. As a thank you for being a part of the Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Member family, pass members will receive the following perks and benefits throughout the event: Free Collectible Magnet This year, Pass members can pick up a Bride of Frankenstein magnet. Stop…

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…