Universal Files Permit to Remove Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit from Universal Studios Florida

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A new permit filed with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWD) supports rumors that Universal Orlando Resort will demolish Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Permit The permit was filed on December 23, 2024. The project description states Universal will “Remove existing attraction and replace with proposed attraction”. The engineering firm listed … Read more

RUMOR: Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Will Close Permanently in 2025

The latest rumor around the Universal Orlando Resort suggests that Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit will permanently close sometime in 2025. This rollercoaster at Universal Studios Florida is getting older, and is not very popular with guests, which means its final days could be near. Let’s take a look at several recent changes that point towards … Read more

Woman Sues Universal Orlando for ‘Traumatic Brain Injury’ After Riding Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit

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A Florida woman has filed a lawsuit against Universal Orlando, claiming she sustained “traumatic brain injury” while riding the rollercoaster Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. Geriann Clem and her husband, Richard Clem, from the Broward County area, are suing the Universal Orlando Resort as a result of her experience riding the rollercoaster Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. … Read more

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Drops From 30+ Songs to 5 at Universal Studios Florida

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida is unique because it allows riders to pick the soundtrack for their roller-coaster experience. Previously, Rip Ride Rocket had over 30 song options, including secret songs. But the ride has unexpectedly shortened this list to just 5 songs. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Songs Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit … Read more

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Refurbishment Begins at Universal Studios Florida

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is now temporarily closed at Universal Studios Florida, as the ride undergoes a previously announced brief refurbishment. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Temporarily Closed Rip Ride Rockit is a roller coaster in the New York section of the park, near Despicable Me Minion Mayhem and the new Villain-Con Minion Blast. Originally opened in … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Reports Two Medical Incidents in Quarter One of 2023

Today the Florida Department of Agriculture’s quarterly MOU Exempt Facilities Report came out and shows two separate incidents that recently happened at the Universal Orlando Resort. Two Injuries in Quarter One 2023 at Universal Orlando Resort The first injury stated in the report comes from early February when a 64-year-old female reported a headache after riding Hollywood … Read more

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida Closed for Refurbishment

Back in August, we announced that Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit was going to be closing for a temporary refurbishment beginning August 21. That refurb was pushed back until after Hollywood Horror Nights since the Revenge of the Mummy attraction reopening was so delayed. Now, the scheduled refurbishment of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is finally underway. … Read more

New Secret Songs Added To Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, Toppings Bar Returns at Burger Digs, Poseidon’s Fury Opens, and More: Universal Orlando Resort Photo Report 3/22/22

It’s another beautiful, sunny day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. It looks like it’s going to be busy, too. So let’s get going and head over to Universal Studios Florida first. There was a lot of traffic with people waiting to park. Thankfully, there were no lines at security so we got into CityWalk … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 3/10/21 (Unwrapped Raptors, Updates at the Jurassic Park Discovery Center, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Closed for Maintenance, Peek-A-Boo’s House Covered, Universal Rock Crystal Candy, and More)

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It’s another busy day here at the Universal Orlando Resort! The weather is beautiful and we’re ready to start our day over at Islands of Adventure. The Wizarding World is always packed, especially first thing in the morning. If you’re visiting soon, make sure you have the Universal Orlando app to reserve a Virtual Line … Read more