Author: Brian Glenn

Brian may be reached at brian.g@insideuniversal.net - Editor-in-Chief

Knott’s Berry Farm has announced the new Camp Snoopy will officially open on June 27th, 2024; with four new attractions and a lot of summer camp fun with Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang. The reimagined Camp Snoopy will allow campers of all ages to become “full-fledged Beagle Scouts” as they explore new rides, including a new family rollercoaster, a giant swing, off-road rally, plus new character experiences, interactive camp-tivities and the carefree fun and freedom of summer. Snoopy’s Tenderpaw Twister Coaster allows campers to explore the great outdoors on this first family coaster to take riders up a lift hill…

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Universal Orlando has transitioned the All Hallows’ Eve Boutique in Islands of Adventure to become the “Monster Hideaway” tiki bar for the 2024 summer season; featuring spooky merchandise and will be the home of limited-time Horror Nights Preview merchandise rollouts. The store is located in the Lost Continent, and transitions throughout the year; selling seasonal merchandise. This summer’s theme finds the classic Universal Monsters in a “hideaway” tiki bar setting; featuring the familiar iconography of the tiki culture. The “bar” is called “Laguna Lounge” and features The Invisible Man serving drinks, the Wolfman playing the bongo drums, and Gillman just……

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Universal Orlando has released special “Preview” merchandise for their latest house announcement – A Quiet Place. Guests can pick up the t-shirt and heat-reactive mug at the 5 & Dime in Hollywood at Universal Studios Florida, or the All Hallows’ Boutique at Islands of Adventure. The shirt features the key art on the front, while the back features the text “Rule 1: Don’t Make a Sound.”. The t-shirt is available for $33+tax, while the mug is listed for $20+tax. Mirroring the silence in the films, the haunted houses will embrace unique sound design, and special effects allowing fans to relive…

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Universal Parks has announced that Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando and Hollywood will feature a haunted house based on the horror franchise, A Quiet Place. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBUUPr2hEuA Directed by John Krasinski and critically acclaimed for its suspenseful yet mostly silent storytelling, A Quiet Place and A Quiet Place Part II follow the Abbott family as they try to survive the aftermath of sightless creatures with a sharp sense of hearing that draws them to prey on anything that makes the slightest noise. Mirroring the silence in the films, the haunted houses will embrace unique sound design, special effects and the adept performances of the scareactors…

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Universal Studios Hollywood has announced dates for Halloween Horror Nights 2024, taking place on select nights between September 5 through November 3, 2024. This year, the event will feature 8 haunted houses, including the recently-announced – A Quiet Place, the Terror Tram, scare zones, live entertainment, and of course, the chance to ride some of Universal’s awesome attractions. Tickets are also now available, with Universal Studios Hollywood offering a variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options, including General Admission, Universal Express, After 2 P.M. Day/Night, the Early Access Ticket, which provides access to select haunted houses prior to the scheduled…

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Universal Orlando has released a new Butterbeer Cart collectible candy bucket in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley. The bucket retails for $44+ tax and comes with a bag of Butterbeer-flavored candy. 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.

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Universal Orlando is celebrating “Love is Universal” for Pride Month this June with merchandise, themed food & drink, and more. Debuting in 2019, “Love is Universal” is a line of pride merchandise celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. Now – the slogan has become a Universal celebration of Pride during June. Through August, 100% of the profits of the Love is Universal merchandise collection will be donated to local non-profit organizations that support and engage the LGBTQIA+ community. Guests can find Pride-inspired food and beverage items throughout Universal Orlando Resort: Pride Roll – $11.00 Cowfish sweet rice filled with strawberry compote, vanilla cheesecake lemon…

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Florida’s biggest Christian music festival returns as Universal Orlando has announced that Rock the Universe will be held on January 24-25, 2025. Rock the Universe lets fans enjoy performances by some of Christian music’s top artists, offers worship experiences, and a chance to enjoy theme park attractions during an unforgettable weekend of “faith, fun, and fellowship” at Universal Studios Florida. More information, including tickets and vacation packages, will be available later this year. To learn more about the event, visit www.RocktheUniverse.com. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts and follow along on…

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Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from June 3, 2024, to June 9, 2024. Universal Orlando DreamWorks Land has officially soft opened! A soft opening is a technical rehearsal where all the major components are operational but some tweaks, changes, and updates will occur prior to the grand opening. Operating hours can vary, and an opening is not guaranteed until the area officially opens. DreamWorks Land officially opens on June 14, 2024. Refurbishments Please keep in mind refurbishment dates can change. Pteranodon Flyers at Islands of Adventure is currently closed for an…

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Universal Orlando has announced that guests can experience Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights before it officially opens with limited capacity and shorter wait times at an exclusive Premium Scream Night event on Thursday, August 29. Tickets for this experience go on sale on Thursday, June 6. For the first time in the event’s history, Premium Scream Night guests will be among the first to face this year’s slate of all-new frights – with 10 haunted houses, five scare zones, and outrageous live entertainment. Ticketholders will also enjoy: Everything fans love about the world’s premier Halloween event in a more intimate experience –…

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