New Hello Kitty and Friends Lunar New Year Merchandise Arrives at Universal Orlando Resort

Discover a charming collection of Hello Kitty and Friends merchandise, perfect for celebrating Lunar New Year. This set includes a pack of four buttons, a red keychain, and a red and yellow ornament adorned with Hello Kitty designs and festive Chinese motifs.

New Hello Kitty and Friends merchandise has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort to celebrate the Lunar New Year. We first discovered these items at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Button Set – $10 As the 2025 Lunar New Year celebrates the year of the snake, this four-pack button set features Hello Kitty and her … Read more

Hello Kitty Statue Removed for Wicked Experience Transformation at Universal Studios Florida

Entrance of a colorful building with two large banners featuring various cartoon and movie graphics. The building is flanked by bright green and pink walls under a clear blue sky.

The last sign of Hello Kitty was removed from the former Hello Kitty Store in Universal Studios Florida as it’s transformed into a Wicked experience. Wicked: The Experience Construction Last time we checked on the shop, some Hello Kitty theming had been removed from the exterior. Now, the Hello Kitty statue and handprints are gone. … Read more

NEW Hello Kitty Christmas Loungefly Backpacks at Universal Orlando Resort

Two festive Hello Kitty-themed backpacks, one depicting a holiday scene with stockings and a wreath, the other featuring a character in a Santa outfit.

New Hello Kitty Christmas Loungefly backpacks are now in stock at Universal Orlando Resort. We found them in Toon Extra at Islands of Adventure, the new home for Hello Kitty merchandise since the store at Universal Studios Florida closed to make way for “Wicked.” Toon Extra is the main gift shop in Toon Lagoon. It … Read more

Hello Kitty Theming Removed From Universal Orlando Store for ‘Wicked’ Experience

A building with an arched entrance and ornate detailing. A large Hello Kitty statue stands outside on the left.

Hello Kitty theming has been removed from the former Hello Kitty Store in Universal Studios Florida as it’s transformed into Wicked: The Experience. Hello Kitty Store Transforms Into Wicked: The Experience The store, which also shared space with UNI VRS, closed last month. Universal later announced the “Wicked” makeover and paint work began soon after. … Read more

First Look at Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe Menu, Sanrio Smile Shop Soft Opens

The Sanrio Smile Shop, a Hello Kitty-themed store, features a delightful sweets menu with cakes and treats on the left. On the right side, you'll find charming merchandise like T-shirts, cups, and plush toys.

While visiting Universal CityWalk Hollywood, we were able to go inside Sanrio Smile Shop and peek at the new menu for Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe before both locations officially open on September 6. Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe and Sanrio Smile Shop are located directly next to each other at Universal CityWalk Hollywood. Sanrio … Read more

Hello Kitty Shop, UNI VRS Close at Universal Studios Florida

Entrance to the Universal Studios building decorated with colorful murals featuring various characters and themes. The building has two large banners with "Universal" text and posters on either side, including a vibrant Hello Kitty mural in the Uni vre Store section.

Hello Kitty Shop and UNI VRS have both closed at Universal Studios Florida. While it has not been confirmed, these closures are likely permanent. Hello Kitty Shop and UNI VRS Close A little more than one year after opening, UNI VRS has closed at Universal Studios Florida. When open, the store features special apparel from … Read more

Hello Kitty Cafe and Sanrio Shop Opening This Week at Universal CityWalk Hollywood

Illustration of Hello Kitty holding a cup, surrounded by various colorful snacks, sweets, treats, and drinks against a pink background with sprinkles. Text reads "Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe.

The new Hello Kitty cafe and Sanrio shop announced earlier this summer are opening at Universal CityWalk Hollywood this week. Hello Kitty Arrives at Universal CityWalk Hollywood Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe and Sanrio Smile Shop will open on Friday, September 6. They are located next to each other at the heart of CityWalk. They … Read more

Hello Kitty-Themed Cafe and Shop Coming to CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood

Pink promotional banner for Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe, Sanrio Smile Shop, announcing the opening at Universal Studios Hollywood CityWalk. Features Hello Kitty's bow and heads of other Sanrio characters.

Universal Studios Hollywood announced via X that a new Hello Kitty-themed cafe and shop is coming to Universal CityWalk Hollywood. Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe Two new Hello Kitty-themed locations are coming to Universal CityWalk Hollywood. The first location is the Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe, while the second is the Sanrio Smile Shop. Sanrio … Read more

NO LIMIT! Summer Splash Parade Featuring Gyarados Cools Down Guests at Universal Studios Japan

A vibrant summer splash parade with people in colorful outfits, a large Pokémon float, and Minion characters on a float, passes through a crowd-lined street with ornate buildings in the background.

Universal Studios Japan is keeping guests cool in the oppressive Japanese summer heat with a special summer version of their NO LIMIT! Parade. Starting on July 3 and running through September 1, the NO LIMIT! Summer Splash Parade features characters from Super Mario, Pokémon, “Despicable Me,” Sesame Street, Peanuts, and “Sing” on floats that shower … Read more

New Hello Kitty Spirit Jersey at Universal Orlando Resort

A blue long-sleeve "Hello Kitty" Spirit Jersey with red and white lettering and a graphic of Hello Kitty hangs on a rack near other merchandise in the Universal Orlando Resort store.

A new Hello Kitty Spirit Jersey inspired by the character’s classic look is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found it in Toon Extra at Universal Islands of Adventure. Hello Kitty Spirit Jersey – $80 The jersey is bright blue. Hello Kitty is pictured on the left breast in blue overalls and a yellow … Read more

New Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Loungefly Collection at Universal Orlando Resort

Hello Kitty 50th anniversary Loungefly wallet, belt bag, mini backpack

Universal Orlando Resort has a new collection of Hello Kitty Loungefly bags celebrating the character’s 50th anniversary of her creation in 1974. The collection is available at the Hello Kitty shop in Universal Studios Florida. We found the mini backpack in the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Hello Kitty Loungefly Backpack – $50 This fabric … Read more

PHOTOS: Hello Kitty, Shrek, Donkey, and Cindy Lou Who Holiday Meet and Greets in Universal Studios Hollywood

In addition to the Grinch and his dog Max, Cindy Lou Who is appearing at Universal Studios Hollywood for the holiday season. Other characters have also put on their holiday best for their character meet and greets. Hello Kitty Hello Kitty has donned a peppermint candy-inspired red and white dress and matching bow. Guests can … Read more

‘Goodbye Kitty?’ — Themed Awnings Replaced with Generic Blue Ones at the Hello Kitty Shop at Universal Studios Florida

The Hello Kitty Shop has gotten another update at Universal Studios Florida. Over time, we’ve watched the store slowly lose its theming, and now it’s happened again. The exterior of the Hello Kitty Shop has gotten new awnings, replacing the Hello Kitty themed ones with generic blue ones. Let’s take a look. The front of … Read more

Hello Kitty Chucky Collection Expands With NEW Mug Available at Universal Orlando Resort

Slash your morning weariness with this new slightly cute, slightly terrifying Hello Kitty Chucky mug that recently arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. The mug is part of a larger crossover collection that has rolled out at the resort in waves throughout the last several months; we found this mug at the Halloween Tribute Store at … Read more

New Hello Kitty Chucky Plush & Pillow at Universal Orlando Resort

Hello Kitty Chucky plush and pillow

The mashup of Hello Kitty and Chucky continues at Universal Orlando Resort with a new Hello Kitty Chucky plush and pillow. The first round of this merchandise — including a Spirit Jersey, T-shirt, and pin — was released in August, followed by a purse, bucket hat, and cardholder. The latter three items are currently sold … Read more

New Scented Hello Kitty Waffle Loungefly Backpack and Wallet at Universal Orlando Resort

A new scented Hello Kitty waffle Loungefly backpack and matching wallet are available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found this set at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk and the Hello Kitty Store inside Universal Studios Florida. We also spotted them at Universal Studios Hollywood. Hello Kitty Waffle Loungefly Backpack – $85 The backpack has … Read more