This year will mark the first holiday season for Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort, and both The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic and Celestial Park will participate in the celebration. Holidays at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Universal confirmed that The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic in … Read more
EPCOT Center Drive was temporarily closed this morning after a fatal crash, the family of the guest who dies after riding Stardust Racers has issued a new statement, and the Disney Springs Lime Garage is closing for maintenance — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, October 6, 2025. Walt Disney World … Read more
The Mario fountain and a set of broken stairs near the Cosmos Fountain have both been wrapped in construction walls at Epic Universe. Broken Stairs As first catalogued by Nana during an Epic Universe Photo Report this September, a section of the stairs near the Cosmos Fountain in Celestial Park has already been damaged. The … Read more
It would be a mistake to see Tour En Floo only as the exit gift shop for Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, as this unique destination has some clever interior theming and an excellent attention to detail. Take a full photo tour of Tour En Floo in The Wizarding World of Harry … Read more
Even more signs have been added to various locations across Epic Universe, not just in Dark Universe, to advertise the Monster Makeup Experience. What is the Monster Makeup Experience? The Monster Makeup Experience is a separately-purchased activity, during which professional makeup artists transform guests into a monster of their choice using face paint and accessories. … Read more
A new line of holiday merchandise items inspired by Harry Potter, called the Christmas at Hogwarts collection, has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. Gloves – $30 The first new item is a pair of fingerless gloves. The gloves are made of a warm, knit-style fabric with a hole for each thumb and elastic bands at … Read more
Even more apparel items themed to Zelda have arrived in Epic Universe, following the merchandise collection and keychain we found in the park over the past few months. Zelda Shirt – $33 The first new item is this black T-shirt with a standard loose fit. The front is mostly plain, apart from some printed art … Read more
The family of the guest who passed away after riding Stardust Racers has responded to plans for reopening the attraction, Josh D’Amaro is considered the frontrunner to become Disney CEO after Bob Iger, and Universal Orlando Resort has updated several safety and accessibility guidelines fore the newly-reopened Stardust Racers — all this and more in … Read more
Home of merchandise from all the different portals, Sensorium Emporium is one of the first major merchandise locations guests will encounter upon their arrival at Epic Universe. Check out our complete list of all the available items, including pictures and prices. About Sensorium Emporium Sensorium Emporium is one of the many merchandise shops located in … Read more
Following a closure of over two weeks, Stardust Racers at Epic Universe has officially reopened to guests. Stardust Racers Closure Stardust Racers is a steel launched dueling coaster manufactured by Mack Rides. The two sides tracks are called Pulsar and Photon. Both are 5,000 feet long, hit a height of 133 feet, and reach a … Read more
Stardust Racers at Epic Universe has been seen testing at full speed with Team Members on board ahead of the attraction’s planned reopening. Stardust Racers Stardust Racers at Epic Universe has been closed since the evening of September 17, when when 32-year-old Kevin Rodríguez Zavala was rushed to a nearby hospital after riding and passed … Read more
Effective beginning on October 4, Universal has added a new Guide for Safety and Accessibility for Epic Universe, Universal Studios Florida, and Islands of Adventure, which includes some updated requirements for attractions such as Stardust Racers. Guide for Safety and Accessibility The Epic Universe website has recently added links to a new Guide for Safety … Read more
Attorney Ben Crump, who is representing the family of the man who passed away shortly after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, has issued a new statement about plans to reopen the attraction later today. Stardust Racers Reopening After reporting on rumors that Universal was planning to reopen Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, it was … Read more
Hounds, raise your glass to this new color-changing souvenir pilsner from The Burning Blade Tavern in Epic Universe! Burning Blade Tavern Color-Changing Pilsner Glass This 20oz plastic pilsner glass is available with most of the specialty drinks and draft beers on tap at The Burning Blade Tavern — and it comes with a $5 discount … Read more
Stardust Racers returns for riders, the Walt Disney World Haunted Mansion gets a much-requested queue update, and 13 is the lucky number for saucy chicken tenders all around Walt Disney World — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, October 3, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Resort Hotels … Read more
Universal has issued an official statement confirming the Stardust Racers reopening date. Universal Statement on Stardust Racers Reopening According to the official statement from Universal, Stardust Racers is reopening on Saturday, October 4, as we previously reported. The statement reads: Dear Team Members, As one Universal Orlando family, we continue to extend our deepest sympathy … Read more