Author: Brian Glenn

Universal Kids Resort, Universal Destinations & Experiences’ first-ever regional theme park specifically designed for kids, will officially open on July 1. Tickets, on-site hotel packages, and the park’s first annual pass option are now on sale. Located in Frisco, Texas, Universal Kids Resort invites a new generation to embark on kid-sized Universal thrills made just for them. Across the 20-acre park, kids and their grown-ups will find fun at every turn as they laugh, splash, dance and play through seven amazing lands that celebrate some of their favorite characters and stories: DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp, Jurassic World Adventure Camp, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini…

Universal Orlando is bringing blockbusters to life with limited-time summer experiences through August 10, featuring new character offerings, photo ops, themed food, and resort-wide entertainment additions. The biggest seasonal additions can be found in Universal Studios Florida’s San Francisco area, where Universal has brought back an expanded “Jaws” summer overlay celebrating the iconic film’s legacy. The area features Amity and Jaws-inspired decor, themed photo opportunities, and new food & beverage offerings tied to the classic Universal film. Guests can take photos with photo ops inspired by the Amity 6 and Captain Jake’s Amity Boat Tours sign from the former attraction,…

Universal Orlando has announced that Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Islands of Adventure will no longer offer Universal Express beginning July 1, 2026. According to Universal, the change is being implemented “to improve the flow of the experience for all of our Guests.” Hello Steven. We are implementing an operational update to Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure. Effective July 1, 2026, the attraction will no longer be included in the Universal Express program, allowing us to improve the flow of the experience for all of our Guests. — Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) May 26, 2026 The popular attraction has…

Wishing everyone a safe Memorial Day as we honor those who gave their lives in service. Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from May 25, 2026, to May 31, 2026. Universal Orlando Universal Orlando is featuring limited-time summer experiences inspired by blockbuster films, running now through August 10, 2026. The seasonal offerings will bring a range of character encounters, themed photo opportunities, interactive activations, exclusive merchandise, and new food and beverage options, highlighted by the Spielberg Summer Blockbusters Exhibit, experiences inspired by “Jaws” and Illumination’s “Minions & Monsters,” and the return of…

Captain Cacao has officially debuted in Celestial Park at Epic Universe. Captain Cacao quickly became one of Epic Universe’s most popular original characters following the park’s opening, with the plush based on the character frequently selling out at Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets in Celestial Park. The character developed a strong following online as guests embraced the whimsy of the character and story. Cacao will meet with guests throughout the day near Oak & Star Tavern. When arriving for his set, the bear marches in with his handlers, saluting each one before settling into the meet & greet area and…

Universal Orlando has announced a new lineup of merchandise and collectibles to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Universal Epic Universe, which officially opened on May 22, 2025. The anniversary offerings include new apparel, accessories, collectible items, and soundtrack releases themed to each of the park’s five lands. Select items will also become available online beginning May 22 through shopUniversal.com. Celestial Park will debut a new line of apparel and accessories, including a Spirit Jersey featuring the Chronos park entrance, an Epic Universe crossbody bag by Lug and the newly released, exclusive physical vinyl edition of the Celestial Park soundtrack, arriving as…

Universal Studios Hollywood has released single-night & multi-night tickets and additional event add-ons for Halloween Horror Nights 2026, which will occur on select nights between September 3 and November 1, 2026. Single-night tickets start at $77, with the Express Pass add-on at $249 per person and the Unlimited Express option add-on at $289 per person. Frequent Fear Passes are also available in two options: the Frequent Fear Pass, which allows up to 35 nights of the event and starts at $179 per person, and the Ultimate Fear Pass, which allows visits on all event dates and starts at $299 per…

Universal has officially announced that Sinners will be coming to both Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood as an all-new haunted house. “It’s been incredible to see audiences connect with Sinners in such a powerful way,” said Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian, producers of Sinners and founders of Proximity Media, in a joint statement. “Now, partnering with Halloween Horror Nights gives fans the chance to step even deeper into the world of the film — to feel the music, the atmosphere and the tension all around them. Watching it come to life on this scale has been really special…

Universal Orlando will add a new Captain Cacao Meet & Greet experience to Universal Epic Universe beginning May 22. The popular bear will meet guests in Celestial Park just in time as the park celebrates its first anniversary. Captain Cacao quickly became one of Epic Universe’s most popular original characters following the park’s opening, with the plush based on the character frequently selling out at Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets in Celestial Park. The character developed a strong following online as guests embraced the whimsy of the character and story. According to the official lore shared by Universal Orlando, Captain…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from May 18, 2026, to May 24, 2026. Universal Orlando Epic Universe officially celebrates its first anniversary on May 22. As of now, the only announced addition for the occasion is the debut of the new Captain Cacao Meet & Greet. Universal Orlando has not announced any additional special celebrations, entertainment offerings, or commemorative merchandise for the anniversary – if anything else is planned at all. Universal Orlando has announced a lineup of limited-time summer experiences inspired by blockbuster films, running from May 23 through August…