Author: Brian Glenn

Universal Orlando has announced that the Universal Mega Movie Parade will be temporarily unavailable starting October 8. According to Universal Orlando’s website, this hiatus is due to necessary maintenance along the parade route. The parade is scheduled to resume later this month, with showtimes beginning again on October 22, 2025. Please note that these dates are subject to change. Debuting in Summer 2024, the parade brings popular films to life on the streets, featuring iconic characters from movies such as Jurassic Park, Jaws, Ghostbusters, and E.T. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks &…

Universal Orlando has announced details for its destination-wide Holidays celebration – featuring a slate of festivities inspired by beloved characters and seasonal traditions from November 21 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. Plus, guests can enjoy delicious holiday-themed menu items at various dining locations, shop a collection of seasonal…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from October 6, 2025, to October 12, 2025. Universal Orlando Universal Epic Universe is now open! Halloween Horror Nights 34 continues! This year’s event features 10 haunted houses, headlined by Fallout, Jason Universe, Terrifier, Five Nights at Freddy’s, and The Horrors of the Wyatt Sicks. In addition, guests will come face-to-face with a collection of eerie scare zones and street experiences, shows, and so much more. Volcano Bay Nights returns, running Friday nights from September 5 to October 31. During the exclusive event, guests will enjoy after-dark…

Universal Studios Hollywood has closed the Super Silly Fun Land water playground area for the 2025 Winter Season. It is scheduled to reopen on March 29, 2026. 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.

Universal Orlando has scheduled seasonal operations for Volcano Bay, their water theme park, beginning November 3, 2025 Volcano Bay will only be open 5 days a week, closing for 2 days. The following dates are the closed dates: Nov: 3-4, 12-13, 17-18, 25-26 Dec: 3-4, 8-9, 17-18, 22-23, 30 Additional dates may be added for January and February 2026. Universal typically schedules closures and maintenance for its water rides and attractions during the colder months of the year, especially when attendance is softer. The park is expected to resume a full-time schedule once winter ends. Later next year, Volcano Bay…

Slice House by Tony Gemignani is set to open on Sunday, October 5, at Universal CityWalk Hollywood. The fast-casual pizzeria will welcome guests to experience award-winning pizza from 13-time world champion Tony Gemignani. Opening day events will begin at 11am, and will feature a special appearance by Tony, a combined giveaway of a Slice House dinner and Universal Studios Hollywood tickets for one of the first 50 guests, a Slice House hat giveaway for the first 50 guests, and a raffle for the chance to win free pizza for one year. “Opening Slice House at Universal CityWalk Hollywood is a…

Universal Orlando has announced it will be reopening Stardust Racers on October 4, 2025, in the afternoon following thorough safety reviews. The ride was temporarily closed after an accident on Sept 17 that led to a guest’s death, which prompted extensive inspections and collaboration with state officials. Universal emphasized that guest safety guided every step of the process and that the attraction functioned as intended. In a letter sent to employees, Karen Irwin, President & Chief Operating Officer of Universal Orlando, wrote: “As I previously indicated, our comprehensive technical and operational review confirmed the ride systems functioned properly throughout the…

Universal Orlando has officially discontinued TapuTapu and has stopped offering virtual lines at Volcano Bay. The change means guests will now have to wait in attraction queues instead of reserving a specific return time. TapuTapu was a wearable wristband that enabled guests to reserve wait times, utilize rental lockers, access interactive elements, and even pay for food and drinks by attaching a credit card to their Universal account. Outside of the Krakatau Aqua Coaster, many of the attractions had relatively low wait times. We’ll have a more in-depth article on the changes soon. standby Stay tuned to Inside Universal for…

Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas has announced “Krampus & Kin,” an all-new immersive holiday experience starting on November 15 and running through January 3, 2026. Guests can encounter yule-born horrors like Krampus, Grýla, and the Kallikantzaroi, with photo ops that will include Krampus on his twisted throne, Grýla’s cauldron, and Kallikantzaroi’s rotting tree. In addition to photo ops, guests will witness a grand processional that will fill the abandoned warehouse as creatures and their unearthly followers parade through, leaving behind tokens of their legend. Storytellers will bring the folklore to life and share the eerie and fascinating origins of each…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from September 29, 2025, to October 5, 2025. Universal Orlando Universal Epic Universe is now open! Halloween Horror Nights 34 continues! This year’s event features 10 haunted houses, headlined by Fallout, Jason Universe, Terrifier, Five Nights at Freddy’s, and The Horrors of the Wyatt Sicks. In addition, guests will come face-to-face with a collection of eerie scare zones and street experiences, shows, and so much more. Volcano Bay Nights returns, running Friday nights from September 5 to October 31. During the exclusive event, guests will enjoy after-dark…