Annie Wilson 
Get ready for a two-month-long cruise full of dancing, jazz, food, and other entertainment! The Mardi Gras Tribute Store facade has started to go up at Universal Studios Florida. Before closing, the Holiday Tribute Store hinted at Tribute River Cruises being the theme for this year’s Mardi Gras Tribute Store. Now, we have our first … Read more
The Cursed Coconut Club is returning for the 2024 Mardi Gras season at the Universal Orlando Resort. This themed venue is located in CityWalk and will be open to the public starting February 3, but Universal Orlando Annual Passholders are invited to be the first to experience this year’s Cursed Coconut Club with a special … Read more
Universal Studios Florida has started to set up for this year’s Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval. The event starts on February 3, 2024 and food booths have arrived around the park. The menus have not been announced, but the map has been released with all of the food locations. Universal Mardi Gras 2024 … Read more
Whether you’re riding the floats or catching the beads, the parade is a must when visiting Universal Studios Florida during Mardi Gras. Every year, several of our favorite parade floats return alongside all-new themed floats. This year’s Mardi Gras theme will be inspired by the elements. Mardi Gras Parade Theme We can see the influence … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has just dropped a ton of news for Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2024! Universal Orlando Annual Passholders can celebrate Mardi Gras with some brand new benefits, including a new UOAP magnet, starting February 3. Feet don’t fail me now! Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Magnet Universal Orlando Annual Passholders can pick … Read more
UPDATE: Elle King has been replaced by Nessa Barrett for the February 17 performance. Let the good times roll! Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced the concert lineup for Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2024. Take a look at the full concert lineup for Universal Studios Florida. Grab some beignets and enjoy the live … Read more
Marvel Super Hero Island at Universal Islands of Adventure has been undergoing some minor refurbishments over the last few weeks, with multiple construction walls up for pavement repair. The entrance to the Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man is currently blocked off, but the attraction is still open. Not only is there general maintenance happening in the … Read more
New year, new lagoon show? Besides spotting divers in the lagoon and rumors of drones in the sky, there has been no official word on when we can expect to have a new nighttime show at Universal Studios Florida, but a major update has been spotted. New projectors and fountains are now being installed around … Read more
Life finds a way on a schedule. The Jurassic Park Discovery Center at Universal Islands of Adventure has been going through a lot of operational changes over the last few weeks. Last month, the baby triceratops meet and greet was ended permanently and we heard rumors that there would be fewer dinosaur egg hatchings. On … Read more
Get ready to toss some beads! Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval kicks off on February 3, 2024, but Universal Orlando Annual Passholders can get a head start on reserving their spot on one of this year’s Mardi Gras floats starting January 18. Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced that UOAPs will be able … Read more
The E.T. Adventure is an original opening day attraction at Universal Studios Florida and holds a special place in the hearts of guests. This ride is dated, in a nostalgic way, which really adds to its charm. Over the years, fans have made it very clear that they cherish this attraction. Anytime we see it … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights is the highlight of the year for most Universal fans. Now that we’re into January, this year’s event is creeping closer and closer. Instead of resolutions, perhaps a bucket list might be more appropriate for those that might not survive Halloween Horror Nights. Blumhouse has posted their own bucket list for 2024, … Read more
Refurbishment finds a way. Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal Islands of Adventure is now closed for refurbishment. Construction walls are up around the entrance to the attraction and splash zone near the drop. If you’re looking for a water ride in the winter, you’ll have to head over to Toon Lagoon instead. Jurassic Park … Read more
Rest in peace, Universal Legacy Store. This fan-favorite store, located at Universal CityWalk Orlando, has officially closed. Rumors of the store closing were finally confirmed by Universal Orlando, but no official announcements have been made about what could take its place. There’s a good chance that this location could become a preview center for Epic … Read more
Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort will be undergoing a few refurbishments over the next few weeks. Guests planning a stay at the hotel soon may want to make note of these temporary closures. At this time, the Hideaway Bar and pool are temporarily closed. Universal’s Cabana Bay Hideaway Bar and Pool Closed The Hideaway Bar … Read more
Fans of the Universal’s Horror Make-Up Show at Universal Studios Florida might be horrified to hear that the attraction will be closing temporarily later this month. Universal’s Horror Make-Up Show Temporarily Closing January is a slower month for visitors to the parks, so Universal Orlando tends to focus on getting refurbishment projects out of the … Read more
