According to the Dallas-Fort Worth local NBC news outlet, the Frisco City Council has approved updated murals to be featured on the Universal Kids Resort hotel. As shown in the graphic above, the newly approved murals will adorn the facade of the resort. The mural featuring characters from “Shrek” and another featuring Minions will be … Read more
Some recent forms filed with the Frisco City Council have revealed updated concept art of the new Universal Kids Resort and official logos for a few of the park areas. Universal Kids Resort Universal Kids Resort Main Area Theming Universal Kids Resort Opening in 2026 SpongeBob SquarePants – Bikini Bottom Trolls Jurassic World Minions Shrek’s … Read more
Universal Pictures released the first teaser for “Shrek 5,” officially announcing the cast, including Zendaya. Shrek 5 Cast Announcement The teaser, below, sees Shrek and Donkey using the Magic Mirror to scroll through TikTok-like videos. They’re joined by Shrek’s now teenage daughter, Felicia; Fiona; and Pinocchio. The cast officially announced at the end is Zendaya … Read more
Universal confirmed the themed lands for the new Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas. Universal Kids Resort Lands The lands will be inspired by Illumination, Nickelodeon, DreamWorks, and Jurassic World. Universal refers to them as “six immersive themed lands” plus a “custom Gabby’s Dollhouse experience.” Here are the listed areas: The “Jurassic World” area will … Read more
The Summer Tribute Store, which first opened at Universal Studios Florida in May 2024, has now closed. Summer Tribute Store At the Summer Tribute Store, dubbed “Tribute Store Plaza,” guests could rediscover some of their favorite memories from movies like “Ghostbusters,” “Back to the Future,” “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial,” “Jaws,” and “Shrek.” The Tribute Store transported guests to “The … Read more
The Gingy gingerbread cookie from the “Shrek” films has come to life at Universal Orlando… sort of. A real-life version of the cookie character is now available at Universal Studios Florida. You can find him at Swamp Snacks and DreamWorks Imagination Cafe. Gingy Gingerbread Cookie – $6.99 Gingy was surprisingly delicious! These cookies are baked … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort revealed that the holiday UOAP magnet will feature Gingy, the gingerbread man from the “Shrek” series. New UOAP Magnet The magnet is red with “UOAP” spelled out in cookie designs and Gingy’s face. “Passholder” is along the bottom with one of Gingy’s famous gumdrop buttons as the “o.” The complimentary magnet will … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has filed a permit for new entrance signs featuring major Universal franchises. New Universal Orlando Resort Entrance Signs News 6 reports that four new entrance signs are coming to Universal Orlando Resort soon. The new signs look like they will be much larger than the current ones and feature images from Universal … Read more
Shrek’s Swamp for Little Ogres, a playground in DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Florida, is currently closed. Construction walls are up around the area, and signs advising of “set enhancements” (Universal’s default sign phrasing) are posted, but the attraction is not listed on the refurbishment calendar. Shrek’s Swamp for Little Ogres Closed Construction walls and … Read more
Dreamworks Animation has announced that a new “Shrek” film, currently titled “Shrek 5,” is set for a 2026 release. ‘Shrek 5’ Announced The news was shared in a post on X (formerly Twitter) by the official DreamWorks Animation account. The video in the post shows a green number 5 with Shrek’s ears wiggling and bouncing … Read more
New merchandise themed to “Back to the Future,” “Shrek,” “Jaws,” “E.T.,” and “Ghostbusters.” is now available at the Summer Tribute Store in Universal Studios Florida. “Back to the Future” Future Changer T-Shirt – $25 This teal blue shirt features a yellow design reading “Future Changer.” The time-traveling DeLorean from the “Back to the Future Films” … Read more
The 2024 Summer Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida held its UOAP previews ahead of its opening this Friday, May 24, and we were there to check it out. 2024 Summer Tribute Store Tribute Store Plaza The 2024 Summer Tribute Store is themed to Tribute Store Plaza, a fictional 1980s shopping mall with three stores … Read more
The Universal Orlando Resort Summer Tribute Store will have merchandise and theming inspired by “Ghostbusters,” “Back to the Future, “Jaws,” “Shrek,” and “E.T.” The store will open this Friday, May 24, after a UOAP preview on Thursday. Summer Tribute Store The Summer Tribute Store “will invite guests to explore a 1980s-themed retail space that celebrates … Read more
DreamWorks Land recently had its Team Member preview at Universal Studios Florida, and our intrepid reporters Annie and Nana were there to check it all out. Annie and Nana’s Honest Review: DreamWorks Land DreamWorks Land is located in the former home of Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone, and is comprised of experiences themed to “Shrek,” “Trolls,” and … Read more
Young guests at Universal Orlando Resort have a new place to play at Shrek’s Swamp for Little Ogres. Shrek’s Swamp for Little Ogres Shrek’s Swamp for Little Ogres is located in the new DreamWorks Land, opening June 14 at Universal Studios Florida. DreamWorks Land replaces Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone, which closed permanently in January 2023. The … Read more
One of the many interactive areas of the new DreamWorks Land in Universal Studios Florida is King Harold’s Swamp Symphony. King Harold’s Swamp Symphony King Harold’s Swamp Symphony is a musical interactive element in the Shrek section of DreamWorks Land. There, guests can stomp on lily pads that trigger ribbits from the frogs in front … Read more