Several more blue track supports are in place for Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida, as seen in photos by @bioreconstruct on X. The roller-coaster is under construction next to Hard Rock Cafe, replacing Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. In our last update, just a few short supports had been installed in this … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has posted a casting call for their holiday parade featuring Macy’s. Universal previously announced it would return, as will The Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular, from November 14, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s Auditions The audition posting seeks dancers, character performers, stilt walkers, and puppeteers. Submissions are due by … Read more
Universal Destinations & Experiences has teamed up with the University of Central Florida to launch the Universal School of Experience Leadership & Innovation. Universal School of Experience Leadership & Innovation Universal is investing $10 million towards the school’s creation. The Universal School of Experience Leadership & Innovation is a “catalyst to help develop future industry … Read more
During our recent seven-week trip around Asia, we got to stay in a park-view room at the Universal Studios Grand Hotel in Universal Studios Beijing. Check out our full tour, including photos and video. The Universal Studios Grand Hotel is themed to the golden age of Hollywood with a mix of classic Hollywood style and … Read more
Attendees of an upcoming beauty conference in Orlando will be the first to experience Celestial Park as an “open hub,” confirming the rumors surrounding the installation of facial recognition devices around the park. Celestial Park as an Open Hub Last month, Universal started testing photo validation at individual Epic Universe portals, indicating they could potentially … Read more
Popular lifestyle bag brand Lug has announced an upcoming collaboration with Universal Epic Universe. Lug at Epic Universe Lug posted the news on its official Instagram with the graphic above, featuring the Epic Universe logo and the text “An epic adventure begins soon.” The caption says the collection is “designed for park days,” and says … Read more
Universal Orlando’s’ Horror Make-Up Show closes tomorrow, May 12. While Universal announced the attraction will reopen in late 2026, there is now a new reopening timeline. Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show Being Reimagined The show is set to open in Winter 2026 “featuring classic and modern horror properties along with shockingly fun surprises – all … Read more
Rumors are swirling online that indicate the forthcoming closure of The Mystic Fountain at Universal Islands of Adventure may be imminent—even as soon as next week. The Mystic Fountain According to the rumors, which have yet to be confirmed by Universal Orlando, The Mystic Fountain’s last day may be Friday, May 15. The Mystic Fountain … Read more
For you Olympian hopefuls out there: it’s time to start planning your back-to-back Florida and California theme park visits. Orlando to Host Olympics ‘Q-Series’ Prior to 2028 Games As reported by the Orlando Sentinel, Orlando, Florida, has been selected as one of four international host cities for the Olympic Q-Series, a multi-sport qualifying event that … Read more
Work progresses on the foundation of a future event space at Universal Epic Universe. Land clearing began in the area off Celestial Park last year. Universal then filed permits for the new building. Epic Universe Event Space Construction The event center will be located between Super Nintendo World and Other Worlds Mercantile, next to a … Read more
Coaster supports are now in place near Hard Rock Cafe for Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida. Construction on the roller-coaster has been ongoing for several months, with some track installed at the ride’s station. But these are the first supports installed at the other end of the coaster’s site. Fast and … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood has shared a closer look at the ride vehicles for “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift,” giving fans new details about the cars that guests will board when the coaster opens later this year. Ride Vehicles Revealed for ‘Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ Universal recently celebrated a major milestone for the new attraction … Read more
Lost Continent is undergoing many changes, as crews work to remove thematic elements on arches and columns. Lost Continent Demolition Update Universal confirmed last year that Lost Continent in Islands of Adventure would be demolished to make way for new experiences. Construction walls went up in the area in recent weeks. Aerial photographer bioreconstruct is … Read more
Most scrims and scaffolding have been removed from Hogwarts Castle at Universal Islands of Adventure but refurbishment work is not quite done. Hogwarts Castle Refurbishment As captured by photographer @bioreconstruct, there is now only scaffolding around the towers to the right and in the center. But the scaffolding on the right is starting to come … Read more
Spotlights have been installed near the fireworks launch site at Universal Epic Universe, supporting rumors that a fireworks show will debut at the park soon. Spotlights for Fireworks Spectacular Aerial photographer @bioreconstruct shared photos of 12 spotlights being installed along the far end of the lake behind Universal Helios Grand Hotel. The peninsula cutting into … Read more
It’s almost time to wave “Bye Bye Bye” to Hot Dog Hall of Fame as it closes in July to make way for Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice at Universal CityWalk. The Universal Orlando Resort location does not have an opening date yet. Fat One’s Hot Dogs Owned by NSYNC member Joey Fatone … Read more
