Author: Brian Glenn

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from October 14, 2024, to October 20, 2024. Please consider donating to the following organizations to assist with the recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton in Florida: Direct Relief World Central Kitchen The Humane Society Volunteer Florida Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 33 continues this week! The event features 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, and one live show – as well as an insane offering of spooky-themed food & drink. The Universal Mega Movie Parade will begin to shift its start time due to the…

Due to the threat of Hurricane Milton, Universal Orlando has announced park closures and other operational changes for the next couple of days. On Wednesday, Oct. 9, Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Universal CityWalk will be open until 2 p.m. and will be closed on Thursday, Oct. 10. (*Note: Hours of operation are subject to change based on forecast alterations and some attraction and experience availability may be limited on Wednesday as we prepare for an early closure) Universal Volcano Bay will be closed Wednesday, Oct. 9 and Thursday, Oct. 10. Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood will be returning; starting Friday, November 29, 2024, and running daily through Monday, January 6, 2025 – expanding their festivities to include Super Nintendo World along with traditional favorites Grinchmas and Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. For the first time, Hollywood’s Super Nintendo World will welcome guests to celebrate the holidays in the Mushroom Kingdom alongside Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach and Toad. A tree adorned with a Super Star topper, festive wreath and two snowmen—one donning a red Mario hat and scarf and the other a…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from October 7, 2024, to October 13, 2024. Universal Orlando Universal Orlando is closely monitoring Hurricane Milton, expected to significantly impact Central Florida this week. Closures and operational changes are anticipated. Halloween Horror Nights 33 continues this week! The event features 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, and one live show – as well as an insane offering of spooky-themed food & drink. The Universal Mega Movie Parade will begin to shift its start time due to the start of Halloween Horror Nights. The parade will…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced two anime fandom favorites – One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen – will be featured at Universal Fan Fest Nights. In addition, the all-new event will kick off exclusively at Universal Studios Hollywood on Friday, April 25, 2025 and continue on select nights through Sunday, May 18, 2025. In addition to the recently announced news that the U.S.S. Enterprise-D from Star Trek: The Next Generation would be featured as part of Universal Fan Fest Nights, Universal Studios Hollywood has revealed that the actual bridge set piece featured in the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard will be a major component…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from September 30, 2024, to October 6, 2024. Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 33 continues this week! The event features 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, and one live show – as well as an insane offering of spooky-themed food & drink. 2024’s Passholder Appreciation Days, which includes discounts, benefits, and menus exclusive to Universal Annual Passholders, ends on Monday, September 30. The Universal Mega Movie Parade will begin to shift its start time due to the start of Halloween Horror Nights. The parade will start…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be featured at the upcoming Fan Fest Nights, debuting in Spring 2025 – featuring experiences with the Magical Creatures from the Wizarding World. Not much information was shared about what the experiences will entail, but Universal did tease that a Niffler encounter will be featured. Universal Fan Fest Nights will be an all-new, limited-time, after-hours event bringing the worlds of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming, and Anime to life with immersive experiences, celebratory moments, themed food, and exclusive merchandise. Star Trek, Back to the Future, and Dungeons & Dragons…

Universal Orlando has released a new Jurassic World Gyrosphere popcorn bucket. The Gyrosphere also features a sleeping baby raptor and is available at Universal Orlando for $29.99, which includes one free popcorn fill. The popcorn bucket can be found throughout both parks. 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.

Due to the threat of Hurricane Helene, Universal Orlando has announced more operational changes for the resort. Halloween Horror Nights will be canceled for Thursday, Sept 26. The 2 theme parks will adhere to their original operating hours, with Universal Studios Florida closing at 5 pm and Islands of Adventure closing at 8 pm. CityWalk will close early at 8 pm. Volcano Bay has remained closed since yesterday’s announcement. Universal’s hotels will continue to operate to prioritize the well-being of its guests. Universal anticipates a full reopening of our resort including Halloween Horror Nights on Friday, Sept. 27. If you…

Due to the threat of Hurricane Helene, Universal Orlando has announced operational changes for the resort. Volcano Bay will be closed on Thursday, Sept 26, and anticipates the water park will reopen on Friday, Sept 27. The rest of the Resort, as well as Halloween Horror Nights, will continue operations and hours as normal at this time. Universal is monitoring the hurricane’s track and will update if necessary. As much as we love theme parks – safety is always the priority. Whether or not Universal Orlando, or any theme park, remains open should be the last thing to worry about.…