Fans of He-Man and his pantheon of allies can check out this new apparel collection on their next visit to Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Masters of the Universe Collection Just yesterday at Univeral’s Islands of Adventure, a new storefront opened up – All Hallows Eve: The Lost Emporium – and we’re already finding some new merchandise … Read more
Shop like it’s Halloween Horror Nights all year long at the new All Hallows Eve: The Lost Emporium store in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, whose theming includes a nod to Disney’s defunct DINOSAUR attraction. All Hallows Eve: The Lost Emporium Store Tour All Hallows Eve: The Lost Emporium is the “reincarnation” of All Hallows Eve … Read more
A new dinosaur figure, along with an old vehicle photo-op, have returned to Islands of Adventure’s Jurassic Park. Jurassic Park‘s Ford Explorer Photo Op Re-Added at Islands of Adventure Fans of Jurassic Park may recognize this replica of the Ford Explorer tour vehicles featured in the franchise’s original 1993 movie. In the film, these automated … Read more
A new set of Hogwarts House-specific mugs are now available at Universal Islands of Adventure. We found the set at Island Market and Export Candy Shoppe in Port of Entry. Ravenclaw Mug – $20 Each of the mugs is white with a smoke-like design on the cup and handle. One side features a shield with … Read more
A new photo-op is available for Jurassic Park fans at Islands of Adventure. Jurassic Park Photo-Op The T-Rex Chase photo experience is located along the exit path from Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal Islands of Adventure inside Jurassic Outfitters. The photo-op started on Thursday and features the front part of a Jurassic Park Jeep. The … Read more
A third attraction has been added to the list of rides that prohibit guests from wearing badge reels. Badge Reels Prohibited on VelociCoaster We learned that this new policy at VelociCoaster was rolled out earlier in February and is a safety concern for guests. More specifically, the metal part of the reel is the issue. … Read more
The popular suspended ride at Jurassic Park will undergo a temporary closure until mid-Spring, according to attraction hours from Universal. Universal Website Update Shows Temporary Closure for Pteranodon Flyers Pteranodon Flyers, the suspended kids-and-companion attraction in the Jurassic Park area of Universal Islands of Adventure, is currently closed for undisclosed reasons until May 2026. According … Read more
All The Books You Can Read is currently closed in Seuss Landing at Universal Islands of Adventure. All the Books You Can Read Bookstore For unknown reasons, the All the Books You Can Read Bookstore in Seuss Landing is closed in Islands of Adventure. Per Team Members, they do not have a full explanation for … Read more
While we know that Jurassic Park River Adventure will be closed through November, several other attractions at Universal Islands of Adventure will be closing for refurbishment (or are currently closed). Attraction Closures A few additional attractions at Universal Islands of Adventure will be closed in the coming months, in addition to the months-long refurbishment at … Read more
The Boring Company, founded and owned by Elon Musk, might build an underground system for Universal Orlando Resort. The proposed underground development would help connect Universal Orlando Resort properties, including Epic Universe, which is miles away from the core Universal properties. The Boring Company has been selected by the Shingle Creek Transit and Utility Community … Read more
Minor construction projects continue in The Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure as Universal prepares for something new. The Lost Continent Bridge The bridge connecting The Lost Continent and Seuss Landing was refurbished late last year. Work isn’t quite complete, however. New additions are a pair of L-shaped elements with dangling lanterns. The lanterns … Read more
Indiana Jones Adventure bridge effect restored after several years, Jerrod Maruyama popcorn bucket features Walt Disney World characters and icons, and Frozen Ever After closed at EPCOT for animatronic update — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, January 26, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed … Read more
X user bioreconstruct recently took a flight over Universal Orlando to check out some of the ongoing developments across the resort. Universal Studios is undergoing some extensive construction work on the site of the former Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster. In the above photo, taken from the back of the park, just beyond the New … Read more
Universal shared the behind-the-scenes story of a new mural at Port of Entry in Universal Islands of Adventure. The mural is outside the land’s recently refurbishment restrooms and replaced a potentially offensive sign. Islands of Adventure Mural The artwork was conceived by Jodie Meade, a graphic designer with Universal Creative Placemaking. “I went into the park … Read more
A new mural was recently installed near the recently refurbishment restrooms, and it replaces a possibly offensive sign that was once there. The FuelRod and Pressed Pennies machines have also been moved. New Artwork The mural features the park icon, the Pharos Lighthouse, in bright colors with an advertisement in French above translating to: “Islands … Read more
Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal Islands of Adventure will close for refurbishment soon and will remain closed for almost one year. Jurassic Park River Adventure Refurbishment As we previously reported, the water ride is scheduled to be closed from January 5, 2026 through November 19, 2026. This means the last day to ride it … Read more
