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: Universal Legacy Store Sign Unveiled and Even More Changes Happen Inside at CityWalk Orlando

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The Universal Studios Store at Universal CityWalk Orlando is now transformed into the Universal Legacy Store. We have kept up with the transformation of the store as more props and memorabilia have been added in the last few weeks. Today, the new store’s sign was unveiled and some new “legacy” merchandise offerings are available. The … Read more

Indoor Dining Set To Return As Soon As Monday in Los Angeles County, Home to Universal Studios Hollywood and CityWalk

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While outdoor dining was only reallowed in Los Angeles County in late January of this year as a stay-at-home order was lifted, indoor dining has remained out of reach for all restaurants in the county — including those within CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood, and inside the park itself. That may be about to change, … Read more

REVIEW: New Lemon Cheesecake and Strawberry Buttercream Spring Doughnuts Hop into Voodoo Doughnut at CityWalk Orlando

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Spring is in the air and Voodoo Doughnut at CityWalk Orlando is celebrating with two seasonal offerings. There’s a lemon cheesecake filled Spring Chick and a strawberry buttercream filled Spring Bunny. Let’s hop to it and find out if they’re worth checking out on your next visit! Spring Chick – $3.75 This adorable Spring Chick … 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: Coca-Cola Freestyle Machines Debut at Universal CityWalk Orlando

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Grab your cups and tumblers and start pouring! The first Coca-Cola Freestyle machines have debuted at Universal CityWalk Orlando. The machines, which allow guests to choose from a wide variety of flavors and their favorite Coca-Cola products, can be found at the Refresh stand near Red Oven Pizza Bakery. Guests were already lined up to … Read more

PHOTOS: Blue Man Group Signs Removed From Universal Orlando CityWalk

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Earlier this month, it was announced that Blue Man Group was ending their residency at Universal Orlando Resort. Now signs for the show in CityWalk have been removed and painted over. The Blue Man Group logo on the show building was painted over. Billboard signs advertising Blue Man Group have been removed. At the old … Read more

PHOTOS: New Universal Studios Store Confirmed, Concept Art Released at CityWalk

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As we learned yesterday, the current Universal Studios Store in Universal Orlando CityWalk will soon be transformed into a legacy store with merchandise and decor celebrating classic films and attractions. The Universal Studios Store itself will be moved to a new location, and CityWalk now has concept art for the new store on display. The … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Universal Studios Store Being Remodeled into Legacy Store Celebrating 30 Years of Park History at CityWalk

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The Universal Studios Store in Universal Orlando CityWalk is being remodeled to become a “legacy” store, with merchandise for older films and attractions. Merchandise currently in the store will move to a different location, while merchandise for Jaws, E.T., and more will move in. The fun starts outside with walls themed to the park’s soundstage, … Read more

BREAKING: Blue Man Group Ending Universal Orlando Resort Residency

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After fourteen years, Blue Man Group will no longer be performing at Universal Orlando Resort. Blue Man Group has been performing in their CityWalk theatre since 2007, surpassing 6,000 shows. They have not performed since the resort closed due to COVID-19 last year. In a tweet, the group stated they hope their fans will visit … Read more

REVIEW: New Mobile App Exclusive Cinnamon Coconut Doughnut from Voodoo Doughnut in CityWalk

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Voodoo Doughnut at Universal Orlando is a frequent stop for us when visiting CityWalk. We typically check the menu on the app just to see what’s new, and today we spotted a brand new Mobile App Exclusive doughnut on the menu. We stopped into Voodoo Doughnut to check it out and were surprised to find … Read more

PHOTOS: Outdoor Dining Returns to CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood

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Now that stay-at-home orders have been lifted in Southern California, outdoor dining has returned. Guests visiting CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood took advantage of al fresco dining today. We snapped a few photos of the crowds during our visit. The digital billboard touts expanded outdoor seating and free self-parking. For a pandemic-era crowd, today’s was … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Gingerbread Milkshake at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium in Universal Orlando Resort

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There’s a new milkshake now available at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen in Universal Orlando Resort’s CityWalk. This holiday-themed milkshake has an entire gingerbread cookie on top of it. Thankfully, we already knew about the milkshake, because there was no signage for it anywhere. It’s a huge missed opportunity to actually sell … 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

REVIEW: New Maple Cream Voodoo Doughnut is Perfectly Sweet at Universal Orlando Resort

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Fall has brought plenty of interesting flavors to Universal Orlando Resort, and the latest offering centers around the taste of maple. The new Maple Cream Doughnut has arrived at Voodoo Doughnut in CityWalk Orlando, consisting of a maple cream shell with a Bavarian cream filling and topped with maple frosting. This outside is similar to … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Parks Extend Hours on Weekends, Nighttime Spectaculars Return to Universal Studios Florida, Christmas Decorations Arrive, New “Harry Potter” Merchandise, and More

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Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from October 19 to October 25, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort Florida “Strike Teams” have been … Read more