Universal Legacy Store Signage Removed in Preparation for Interactive Epic Universe Preview Center

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The Universal Legacy Store at CityWalk Orlando closed permanently on January 6 with construction walls installed on January 8, 2024, and the signage has now been removed from the exterior. Universal Legacy Store Signage Gone The store formerly sold Universal merchandise generally found across the resort, but its appeal was the decor, which featured props, … Read more

Refurbished Bigfire Fountain Revealed at Universal CityWalk Orlando

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Construction walls have been removed from the side of Bigfire American Fare at Universal CityWalk Orlando, revealing a newly refurbished fountain. Bigfire Fountain For reference, the old version of the fountain is to the right in the photo above. Construction walls went up around the fountain in April after it was drained. The fountain has … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal CityWalk Orlando Splash Pad Reopens

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After being closed for several months, the splash pad at Universal CityWalk Orlando has reopened. Universal CityWalk Orlando Splash Pad The splash pad has been closed since at least September 2022, when construction walls went up around it. A fake patch of grass was placed over it during the holidays, and then construction walls were … Read more

Universal’s Great Movie Escape Added to Directional Signage at Universal CityWalk Orlando

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Ahead of its opening later this month, Universal’s Great Movie Escape has been added to directional signage in Universal CityWalk Orlando. Universal’s Great Movie Escape is taking over the building that used to house The Groove. An arrow for the escape room experience can now be seen on this light-up sign in the center of … Read more

Construction Continues on Universal’s Great Movie Escape and Throughout CityWalk

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Universal is sprucing up various areas of Universal CityWalk Orlando while construction continues on Universal’s Great Movie Escape. Construction walls surround an outdoor section of The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar. The walls are likely blocking a basic refurbishment. We noticed caution tape outside CityWalk’s Rising Karaoke Star. The tape surrounds the steps and railings, which … Read more

PHOTOS: The Groove Closed, Surrounded by Construction Walls at Universal Orlando CityWalk

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The Groove at CityWalk in Universal Orlando Resort is closed, reportedly for good. It’s now surrounded by construction walls. The tall steel tower remains up outside. Signage for The Groove is also still in place. Rumors say that escape rooms may replace the dance club.

PHOTOS: Work Continues on Exterior of New Universal Studios Store in Universal Orlando CityWalk

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As we’ve reported, Universal Orlando Resort’s CityWalk is getting a new Universal Studios Store and the old store is being turned into the Universal Legacy Store. The new location next to Cinnabon will be more spacious, taking up what was previously several retail locations. A sign for the store now sticks out above the sidewalk … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on New Universal Studios Store at CityWalk Orlando

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We reported recently that the Universal Studios store in Universal Orlando’s CityWalk is undergoing renovations to become a new legacy store. Moved to a new location next to Cowfish and Cinnabon, the legacy store will be home to merchandise and décor celebrating classic films and attractions. Construction is underway on the new store, and construction … Read more

PHOTOS: Glass Installed at New Universal Studios Store Under Construction at Universal CityWalk Orlando

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A new Universal Studios Store is currently being built at Universal CityWalk in Orlando. Today on a visit to CityWalk we got to see the progress of the “production” taking place. A lot of work has been done to the space since we checked out the building in October. From behind the construction walls we … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on the New Universal Studios Store at Universal CityWalk Orlando

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The Universal Studios Store will soon have a new home at Universal CityWalk Orlando, and “production” on the new space is well underway. As we entered CityWalk from the main entrance, we could see plenty of metal framework up around the exterior. It’s very possible that the building could be expanded during the construction to … Read more