The Orlando fire department responded to a possible hazmat situation at Universal CityWalk Orlando this afternoon, WESH 2 reports. Universal said some Team Members reacted to a cleaning material in an underground area. They evacuated and called the fire department. Ten people thought they might have inhaled fumes. They ultimately refused the ambulance and no … Read more
Signs of painting and tarp placement indicate that construction is progressing at the site of the former Groove dance club at Universal Orlando CityWalk. As we’ve previously reported, CityWalk’s The Groove has closed and may be replaced by themed escape rooms. Construction signs and walls have been in place as far back as November 2021. … Read more
After a long gap in visible progress on Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen at Universal CityWalk Hollywood, construction walls went up in January. We’re now seeing more work on the upcoming chocolate emporium, which already exists at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Beijing Resort. Behind the construction walls, a section of dirt is surrounded by wooden … Read more
After permanently closing in January of this year, signage for Blaze Pizza is now being removed in Universal CityWalk Hollywood. The fiery logo remained, but “Blaze Pizza” and “Fast Fire’d” were gone. A crew member in a scissor lift was working on the sign. We expect the whole thing to be gone soon.
In celebration of the game’s release, Universal CityWalk Hollywood is now hosting a Kirby and the Forgotten Land 3D walkthrough, only available this weekend. Come along with us for a full walkthrough of the pop-up! “Get inhaled into the world of Kirby and the Forgotten Land game at Universal CityWalk Hollywood from March 25th through … Read more
More “Universal Studios” themed merchandise has made its way into Universal Orlando Resort. We found this new coaster set, mug, and shot glass at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Universal Studios Skyline Logo Coaster Set – $10 This set has two coasters — one is square-shaped and the other is a smaller circular one. … Read more
The Universal Legacy Store in Universal Orlando Resort’s CityWalk now has two models of the defunct Kongfrontation ride on display. These models can be found in glass cases atop merchandise displays. Kongfrontation was Universal’s original King Kong ride. Guests rode an aerial tram through New York City scenes during King Kong’s attack as they tried … Read more
A new watch band is now available for purchase on the U-Design kiosks throughout Universal Orlando Resort. This new band is mainly black with a neon pattern of Universal icons scattered over it. The pattern is suitable for a “small Apple Watch band” at 38, 40, or 41mm or a “large Apple Watch band” at … Read more
New “Harry Potter” tote bags have appeared at Universal Orlando. Each tote bag represents a Hogwarts house. And we found them in the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Hogwarts House Tote Bags – $45 each Hufflepuff These tote bags have a black base with each house’s corresponding colors, mascots, and phrases. The Hufflepuff tote says … Read more
You can be the “fresh prince” of Bel-Air with this new photo op at CityWalk in Universal Orlando Resort advertising the new series. “Bel-Air” is a modern dramatic version of the 90s sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” starring Will Smith. The photo op has a black backdrop with a golden crown outline. There’s a … Read more
A new T-shirt inspired by the Mistletoe Pines Christmas village in CityWalk is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. Mistletoe Pines Village Tee – $25 The tee is light brown with a postcard-like design in the center. It says “Greetings from Mistletoe Pines Village” over an image of pine trees. The letters of “Mistletoe Pines” are … Read more
The holidays are right around the corner and we spotted the new Universal Studios “Happy Holidays” collection that arrived at the parks just in time. The collection includes holidays glasses, t-shirts, and a hoodie. We first saw these tees over at Universal Studios Hollywood. And now Universal Orlando Resort also has their own versions. Universal … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has raised its prime parking rate from $50 to $60. Back in March, we reported how Universal Orlando Resort raised its prime parking rate from $40 to $50. Now, they raised it an additional $10 to $60. All Universal Orlando Resort guests park in the same parking garages, with access to all … Read more
Voodoo Doughnut at Universal Orlando Resort CityWalk has been offering mobile order for a year and a half now. This meant sometimes big crowds outside the restaurant as guests waited to pick up their doughnuts from Team Members at a table. A designated kiosk has now opened near the waterfront to make the pickup process … Read more
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.
During our day at Universal Orlando Resort, we came across this new “Exclusive Event” going on at Red Coconut Club in Universal CityWalk Orlando. This exclusive event will be taking place every Friday and Saturday night from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m., November 13 through January 2. And although it says “Exclusive Event” for Universal … Read more