Author: Brian Glenn

Due to the looming threat of Hurricane Ian, Universal Orlando has announced operational changes and closures for Wednesday and Thursday. All 3 parks and CityWalk will be closed fully closed on Wednesday, Sept. 28, and Thursday, Sept. 29. In addition, Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida will also be cancelled Wednesday, Sept. 28, and Thursday, Sept. 29. Per Universal, on-site hotels are currently at full capacity and will remain operational to focus on taking care of their on-site guests. Universal anticipates reopening the parks, as well as holding Halloween Horror Nights, on Friday, September 30, depending on the weather…

Universal Orlando Resort has debuted a brand-new street show at Universal Studios Florida – “¡Vamos! – Báilalo”. The show debuts just in time for Hispanic Heritage Month, and will continue beyond per Universal. The show’s title translates in English roughly to “Let’s Go and Dance”. The high-energy Latin dance experience features a classic look and modern musical flair as a dozen dancers take to the streets for an energetic 12-minute performance, and is very reminiscent of “In the Heights” with a little “West Side Story” style. The show features a mix of choreographed numbers and audience participation. Some of the artists…

Halloween Horror Nights has returned to Universal Studios Hollywood, and this year truly feels like Hollywood is going all in. “This year, we’re just kind of going mad.” John Murdy, Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights Creative Director, made this comment during our behind-the-scenes previews a couple of weeks ago. Murdy explained, “In 2020, we had a whole event. Some of it was built, and then it was canceled”, and there was a lot of uncertainty going into 2021. 2022’s event is a bit out of character for Hollywood. While there are some familiar franchises returning, like Halloween and the Killer Klowns…

Universal Orlando Resort and DreamWorks Animation is inviting families to show off their best “kitty cat moves” with Gabby from the hit Netflix series, Gabby’s Dollhouse, at a Cat-tastic Dance Party. Families can join series star Laila Lockhart Kraner and enjoy their favorite songs from the DreamWorks Animation show, including “Sprinkle Party” and “Hey, Gabby! while they learn some dance steps along with Gabby and her friends on Saturday, September 24 at Universal Studios Florida. In addition, Universal Orlando Passholders can take home an “a-meow-zing” gift bag during the Dance Party. Passholders can reserve their spot here for one of three dance parties.

Florida’s biggest Christian music festival, Rock the Universe, is back at Universal Orlando celebrating its 25th year, from January 27-29. Universal has announced this year’s headliners; which kicks off Friday night with performances by GRAMMY-nominated rock band, Skillet, Northern Irish folk-rock worship band, Rend Collective, Dove award-winning band, Bethel Music, and more. The festival continues Saturday night with performances by GRAMMY award-winning singer, Zach Williams, Billboard’s #1 Hot Christian Song artist, Matthew West, and more. For the full weekend lineup, visit www.RocktheUniverse.com. Beyond the main stage performances, Rock the Universe attendees can rejoice in worship experiences throughout the weekend – including a powerful Sunday morning service to wrap up the faith-filled…

The darker side of magic comes to life this fall in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal Orlando Resort with the return of Death Eaters and the breathtaking experience “Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle” beginning September 16 through October 31. The Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle is a unique nighttime show that features state-of-the-art projection mapping, special effects, lighting and more that brings awe-inspiring moments and creatures from the Harry Potter films to life on the majestic Hogwarts castle. The nighttime show will run select nights from September 16 through October 31 from dusk until park close. Guests will come…

It’s time for another round of some Horrah goodness. 2022’s season brings some high expectations as it almost feels like an event 3 years in the making. We’ve had events that celebrate the past, celebrate 80s nostalgia, celebrate the Walking Dead, but we’ve never had a year celebrate the most obvious of all themes – Halloween. Universal leaned in hard with that angle to much success. After all, this year is the 31st event; and you’ll find the number 31 referenced throughout the park. Besides that, the park is filled with vintage iconography and visuals – including pumpkins, witches, black…

Last week, Inside Universal was invited out by Universal Studios Hollywood to get a behind-the-scenes early peek at some of the haunted houses that will be featured at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights. In the second part of our two-part behind-the-scenes preview, we will take a look at Universal Monsters: Legends Collide. You can check out Part 1, where we cover The Horrors of Blumhouse, featuring the films, Freaky and The Black Phone. Be warned! There will be minor spoilers ahead. This is the 4th year in a row John Murdy, Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights Creative Director, has taken on the…

Last week, Inside Universal was invited out by Universal Studios Hollywood to get a behind-the-scenes early peek at some of the haunted houses that will be featured at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights. In the first of our two-part behind-the-scenes preview, we will take a look at The Horrors of Blumhouse, featuring the films, Freaky and The Black Phone. Be warned! There will be minor spoilers ahead. Led by John Murdy, Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights Creative Director, he highlighted the relationship that Universal has had with Blumhouse Productions and Jason Blum, founder and CEO of Blumhouse Productions – spanning close to…

Universal Orlando has shared some of the food and drinks guests can come to enjoy at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, which begins this Friday, September 2. This year’s menu was created by Universal Orlando’s award-winning executive chefs and culinary team and delivers the most expansive selection in Halloween Horror Nights history; and also includes a variety of gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. Halloween Horror Nights staples like Pizza Fries, Twisted Taters are, of course, returning. Menu items include: Major Sweets Ice Cream Sandwich (inspired by “Sweet Revenge” scare zone): Candy-corn sugar cookies filled with sweet corn ice cream (vegetarian) Maggot Covered…