Zoinks! There is a whole lot of merchandise out now for Fan Fest Nights, Scoob! The Scooby-Doo x Universal Monsters Fan Fest Nights merch can be found at Universal Studios Hollywood for the event running from April 23 to May 16. “Beware of Monsters!” T-Shirt – $30 This black tee features vibrant artwork of Scooby … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort announced the complete list of Annual Passholder Bonus Benefits available next month, including a new merchandise credit. Bonus Benefits will be available from May 1 through May 21, 2026. New $5 Merchandise Credit With this brand-new benefit, Passholders will receive a $5 single-use merchandise credit when they spend $10 or more (pre-tax, … Read more
After testing facial recognition technology for entry to individual Epic Universe worlds, Universal has confirmed this will be used at select times. Epic Universe Photo Validation The Photo Validation Image webpage on the Universal Orlando Resort states the following: Effortless Entry to Your Favorite Epic Universe WorldsThere’s nothing like stepping into the worlds of Universal … Read more
The panels covering the Wossamotta-U windows for several months are now decorated with speech bubble decals. The Toon Lagoon store at Universal Islands of Adventure closed in October. Wossamotta-U Decals Since the closure, purple panels have covered the windows but there are no signs of exterior construction. We did see refurbishment work inside the store … Read more
Some of the Hogwarts Castle towers visible in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure are now pale gray instead of the browner shade they were before refurbishment. Hogwarts Castle Painting Crews began installing scrim and scaffolding for the castle’s refurbishment in March. It’s now almost completely blocked from view. … Read more
After Poseidon’s Fury at Universal Islands of Adventure permanently closed in May 2023, the attraction’s exterior went mostly untouched. Three years later, there are now construction walls surrounding the building and water features as Universal prepares for something new in the Lost Continent. Poseidon’s Fury Construction Walls Construction walls have gone up and down at the Poseidon’s … Read more
You may need to roll a nat 20 to grab this Dungeons & Dragons Fan Fest merchandise while it’s available! It can be found at Universal Studios Hollywood for the after-hours event running from April 23 to May 16. Owlbear “Roll for Intimidation” T-Shirt – $35 Fans of Baldur’s Gate 3 will appreciate this sage … Read more
A guest at Universal Orlando Resort hit a team member, claimed it was an accident, and then said he could have caused more harm thanks to his military background. Universal Guest Arrested for Hitting Team Member According to WFTV, an off-duty Orange County Sheriff’s Office deputy arrested George Navarro for battery at Universal Orlando on … Read more
Ten points for Gryffindor! The Harry Potter Fan Fest Merchandise is here! It can be found at Universal Studios Hollywood for the event running from April 23 to May 16. The merchandise is inspired by the Forbidden Forest: Search for the Hippogriff experience. Hippogriff Plush – $40 After you find a Hippogriff in the Forbidden … Read more
The light-up pavement in Celestial Park at Epic Universe has been capped less than a year after the park opened. Epic Universe Ground Lighting Goes Dark On our last visit, we noticed that the lights embedded in the pavement around Astronomica and the Constellation Carousel were not only not illuminated, but also completely covered with … Read more
Fan Fest Nights kick off next week at Universal Studios Hollywood, and a new Jurassic World-themed snack stand has arrived on the Lower Lot. Snack Stand in Jurassic World Walkthrough One of the Fan Fest Night offerings is Jurassic World: A Journey Through the Ages, a walkthrough of life-size props from the Jurassic Park and … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort posted a new casting call for Halloween Horror Nights 35. The posting is seeking actors to perform at the 2026 event, which runs from August to November. Halloween Horror Nights Auditions Universal previously posted a casting call for Scareactors, animated costumed characters, roller skaters, stilt walkers, and puppeteers. The new casting call … Read more
Time to gather your crew, the One Piece Fan Fest merchandise is here! It can be found at Universal Studios Hollywood for the event running from April 23 to May 16. We also found some of this merchandise online and have linked them below. Apparel One Piece Spirit Jersey – $85 This red pullover has … Read more
Show your Harry Potter Hogwarts house pride with the new stoles we found at the Universal Orlando Resort. They mimic the sashes students wear over their robes at graduation. Gryffindor Stole – $35 The Gryffindor stole is burgundy with gold striping on one side and has an attached patch with the lion house mascot. “Gryffindor” … Read more
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? SpongeBob SquarePants! And now the character can live on your shoulder wherever you go, thanks to a new shoulder plush from Universal Orlando Resort. SpongeBob SquarePants Shoulder Plush – $25 The plush depicts SpongeBob in his standard white shirt, brown shorts, and black shoes, plus a pirate … Read more
Bumblebee Man’s Taco Truck is a quick place to grab tacos while passing through Springfield at Universal Studios Florida. The Supreme Chicken Nachos have returned after a long hiatus. Supreme Chicken Nachos – $14.99 Crispy Corn Tortillas, Topped with Chicken, Sour Cream, Jalapeno, Cheese Sauce, and Tomato Salsa The chicken was fantastic! It was well … Read more
