As the demolition of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida continues, a mass of huge black barrels has appeared among the construction equipment, and even more sections of track have disappeared. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Demolition The demolition of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit began back in June, even though the coaster operated through … Read more
Even more track has now been removed in the New York section of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit as demolition of the former attraction continues. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Demolition Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit’s final day of operation was August 17, but demolition around the attraction began back in June. After the closure, we saw pieces of … Read more
Crews have torn down more of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit track at Universal Studios Florida. The ride closed permanently this past weekend. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Demolition Though construction began on the land around Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit in June, the ride’s final day of operation was August 17. Within a few days, we … Read more
Crews have started demolition on Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Demolition Construction actually began on the land around the attraction in June. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit had its final day of operation on August 17, 2025. Construction walls went up the next day. As seen from CityWalk, pieces … Read more
Following the last ride of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, construction walls have now gone vertical around the roller coaster’s entrance. Construction Walls at Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is permanently closed as of Monday, August 18, 2025, after hosting its final day of operation on August 17. When visiting the Universal Studios … Read more
After 16 years of operation, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit in Universal Studios Florida has closed permanently. The attraction opened on August 19, 2009, and had its final day of operation on August 17, 2025. Take a last look at the music-themed roller-coaster, which had the unique feature of allowing guests to pick their ride soundtrack. … Read more
Though Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida is set to operate for another month, crews have already started demolition work in the area, leading to a giant pile of dirt visible in CityWalk. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Demolition Construction walls went up near the coaster in May, creating a work site along the … Read more
Signs on the construction walls surrounding Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Orlando Resort, hint to several possible themes for the attractions replacement, including “Fast and Furious,” “Back to the Future,” and “Ghostbusters” franchises. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Construction Wall Signs Crews have begun construction around Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Orlando Resort Florida, … Read more
Crews have begun construction around Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit in Universal Studios Florida, even though the roller coaster won’t close for another two months. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Construction WDWNT could see crew members working behind the construction walls in Universal CityWalk. The walls block various walkways around Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. Crews aren’t tearing … Read more
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Construction Walls Will Ghostbusters Theming Return to Rip Ride Rocket Area? When Does Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Close? What Will Rip Ride Rockit be Replaced With? Crews have installed construction walls around part of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit in Universal Studios Florida, a few months before its permanent closure. Hollywood Rip … Read more
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Closing Date Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Orlando More From Universal Studios Orlando Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed the closing date for Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida, after previously giving a closing window late last year. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Hollywood Rip … Read more
Construction walls by the Universal CityWalk Orlando waterfront are the first signs of the impending demolition of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Construction Walls Though Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is in Universal Studios Florida, not CityWalk, the walls are near the roller coaster. They’re between Hard Rock Cafe and the Universal Studios … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort is saying goodbye to Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit with a commemorative T-shirt and magnet. The farewell merchandise is available at the Music Plaza kiosk near the coaster in Universal Studios Florida. T-Shirt – $30 The T-shirt is black with short sleeves and a crew neck. “Farewell Tour 2025” is in yellow letters … Read more
A new permit filed by Universal Orlando Resort for the attraction that will replace Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit lists a two-story building among construction work. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Replacement The permit, filed with the City of Orlando, is for 5900 Universal Blvd, a backstage address approximately corresponding to Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal … Read more
In the final months before Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit permanently shuts down, Universal has battled at least two lawsuits from riders who say they got hurt on the coaster and suffered traumatic brain injuries. A federal lawsuit was filed last week by Yolian Vargas Velez in U.S. District Court’s Orlando division following her 2024 trip. … Read more
South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has approved Universal Orlando Resort’s permit for the demolition of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit and construction of a new ride in Universal Studios Florida. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Demolition The permit, filed under Project P830, is for the construction and operation of a stormwater management system serving the 6.27 … Read more