RUMOR: Universal Legacy Store Closing Permanently to Become Epic Universe Preview Center at Universal Orlando Resort

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The Universal Legacy Store in CityWalk has been undergoing some major changes lately, leading to some epic new rumors. The Legacy Store is a merchandise shop that has given old props new life, with displays, models, and costumes from the past. Now, it seems like this location may go from focusing on the past to … Read more

Danny Elfman Composing Music for Universal Classic Monsters Land in Epic Universe

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Danny Elfman, known for frequently collaborating with Tim Burton to score films like “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” is composing the music for the rumored Universal Classic Monsters land in Epic Universe. The land, likely called Dark Universe, is all but confirmed, with attractions and scenery visible during the construction of the new Universal Orlando Resort … Read more

NEW Aerial Video of ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Ride Testing at Epic Universe

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In a new aerial video of Epic Universe, bioreconstruct has captured a ride test of a new “How to Train Your Dragon” ride at the upcoming park, currently expected to open in Summer of 2025. Aerial Video of ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Ride Testing In a nighttime aerial tour in the “How to Train … Read more

VIDEO: Donkey Kong Roller Coaster Begins Testing at Universal Studios Japan

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The new roller coaster set to open as part of the “Donkey Kong”-themed expansion of Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan in 2024 has entered its testing phase. X user @Kyle_0310 shared a video of the roller coaster’s ride vehicle being tested on its track on November 30. Donkey Kong Roller Coaster Testing at … Read more

Ministry of Magic Ride and More Names Revealed in New Trademarks Likely for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Epic Universe

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Applications recently filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office potentially serve as our first indicator of the specific names of several attractions, restaurants, and gift shops that will be located in the currently under-construction Epic Universe theme park at Universal Orlando Resort. Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. submitted 11 service mark applications on November … Read more

Photo Validation Now in Technical Rehearsal at Universal Studios Florida

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As predicted, Photo Validation has come to Universal Studios Florida. Universal Orlando Resort has been using a new photo validation system for guests entering the theme parks. The new system debuted over at Islands of Adventure last month, with cameras added to the entrance scanners. Now, facial recognition cameras have been added to the entry … Read more

Epic Universe Internal Entertainment Auditions Posted for Universal Orlando Resort Team Members

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Universal Orlando Resort has posted an internal casting call for performers to work at Epic Universe, their third theme park scheduled to open in the summer of 2025. Epic Universe Casting Call Universal is accepting Team Member submissions for the following performers and skills: The submission deadline is midnight EST on November 22, 2023. Team … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal Classic Monsters ‘Dark Universe’ Land Portal Revealed, Epic Universe Portal Entrance Taking Shape, & More

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Construction continues around the future site of Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort. Aerial photographer @bioreconstruct on X (formerly known as Twitter) has shared new photos from the sky, offering a look at the portal to the Universal Classic Monsters-themed land, the overall portal entrance for the park, and more. Overview Work is moving right … Read more

Disney Compares Universal Taxing District to Reedy Creek in New Legal Filing Against DeSantis, Central Florida Tourism Oversight District

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In their latest filing in their case against Governor Ron DeSantis and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, Disney compares the District to the new one established by Orange County for Universal Orlando Resort. Disney and Universal Taxing Districts In October, Orange County, Florida approved the creation of a special taxing district for Universal Orlando … Read more

PHOTOS: Epic Universe Continues to Take Shape with Dual-Racing Coaster Landscaping, Scaffolding Down from Monsters Manor, and More

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Construction is moving quickly around the site of Epic Universe. Aerial photographer @bioreconstruct continues to share photos from the sky of Epic Universe, giving us an amazing look at the progress of the third Universal Orlando Resort theme park. Above is the only piece of concept art released for the park. A Super Nintendo World … Read more

PHOTOS: Colorful Reflective Tiles Added to New Universal Orlando Resort Hotel Near Epic Universe

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Crews have begun adding colorful reflective tiles to the new Universal Orlando Resort hotels under construction south of Epic Universe. Aerial photographer @bioreconstruct shared photos of the two towers on X. New Universal Orlando Resort Hotels A good portion of one of the towers is now covered in the reflective tiling. The tiles are blue, … Read more

PHOTOS: Photo Validation Facial Recognition Scanners Being Tested at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Photo Validation facial recognition scanners have entered a testing phase at Universal’s Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort. The scanners are only in use at select turnstiles at the park’s entrance and remain in a testing phase, meaning that they’re only available on a limited and unscheduled basis. Photo Validation Scanners Tested at Universal’s … Read more

Orange County, Florida Approves Creation of Special Tax District for Universal to Construct SunRail Station

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Orange County, Florida has approved the creation of a special taxing district for Universal Orlando Resort that will help fund the Sunshine Corridor, bringing a SunRail station to the Orange County Convention Center near Epic Universe. Universal’s Community Development District Orlando Business Journal shared that the commissioners voted unanimously for the creation of the Shingle … Read more

PHOTOS: How to Train Your Dragon Spinning Ride Comes Together, Clearance Testing Underway on Multiple Epic Universe Coasters

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Aerial photographer @bioreconstruct shared more photos on X of Epic Universe, the new Universal Orlando Resort theme park currently under construction. These photos were taken on September 29, 2023. The only land that has been confirmed for Epic Universe is Super Nintendo World, but the other lands are rumored to be Dark Universe (inspired by … Read more

PHOTOS: Epic Universe Construction Continues with Themed Elements Added in Super Nintendo World, Pavement Tests, and Exterior Work on In-Park Hotel

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Work continues on the “most technologically advanced” Universal theme park, Epic Universe, which is still on track to open by summer 2025. Aerial photographer bioreconstruct has shared more construction images on X (formerly known as Twitter) taken over the past weekend, and we’ve collected the latest updates to share with you here. General Construction & … Read more

Promotion Offering 3 Months Free on Any Universal Orlando Resort Annual Pass Ending This Month

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A promotion that saw new and renewing Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders receive an additional three months of coverage at no extra cost will soon be coming to an end. The promotion, which launched in June of this year, will stop being offered on September 27, according to the official Universal Orlando Resort website. 3 … Read more