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Universal Orlando Hosting Passholder Exclusive Screening of Live Action ‘How to Train Your Dragon’

A hand holds a "House of the Dragon" screening ticket in front of a theme park dragon entrance.

To celebrate the upcoming release of the live-action remake of “How to Train Your Dragon,” Universal Orlando Resort is holding a screening of the film exclusively for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders (UOAPs). Universal Hosting Passholder Screening of Live-Action ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ First announced on the Universal Orlando Annual Passholders Instagram account, this screening … Read more

Scaffolding Up at Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges in Universal Islands of Adventure

A colorful, cartoon-themed ship featuring a painted character design is docked in Universal Islands of Adventure's Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges area, surrounded by trees and rocky landscaping, with water glistening in the foreground, fresh from its recent refurbishment.

Scaffolding is visible at Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges in Toon Lagoon at Universal Islands of Adventure. Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges Refurbishment Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges is temporarily closed through March 15, 2025 for routine maintenance. Near the Islands of Adventure lagoon, scaffolding is around a pole holding a bird’s nest. This is … Read more

Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges at Universal Islands of Adventure Closed for Annual Refurbishment

Sign on wooden wall reading, "Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges closed for scheduled maintenance. Enhancements in progress.

The town of Sweethaven in Universal Islands of Adventure is now blocked from guest access as Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges undergoes its annual refurbishment. Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges Refurbishment Construction walls and green scrim run behind the Popeye statue in the Toon Lagoon courtyard, blocking access to the ride and surrounding walkways. This … Read more

Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls Reopens From Annual Refurbishment

Water ride with colorful, whimsical landscape and tracks leading into a splash pool under a cloudy sky.

Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls at Universal Islands of Adventure is back open after a standard month-long refurbishment. Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls Reopens According to team members, the ride received fresh paint. Some animatronics were repaired and Dudley got his reins back on his horse. The team member also believed the volume of sounds were increased. … Read more

New ‘Back to the Future’ UOAP Button Arrives for Passholder Appreciation Days

A person holds a "UOAP" badge with a clock design in front of a display featuring a DeLorean car and a time machine from a popular movie series.

Just in time for the kickoff of Passholder Appreciation Days at Universal Orlando, a complimentary new “Back to the Future” UOAP button is available. ‘Back to the Future’ UOAP Button This is the first of two buttons available during Passholder Appreciation Days. We picked ours up from Five and Dime at Universal Studios Florida, but … Read more

Jurassic Park River Adventure and Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges Scheduled for Refurbishment at Universal Orlando Resort

Two amusement park rides: left, people ride a yellow water raft on a rapid stream; right, people in a circular raft navigate a water ride with blue walls and greenery in the background.

Jurassic Park River Adventure and Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges, two popular water attractions at Universal Islands of Adventure, are scheduled to close for refurbishment at the beginning of next year. Islands of Adventure Ride Refurbishments Jurassic Park River Adventure Beginning on January 6, 2025, Jurassic Park River Adventure will go down for a refurbishment … 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

PHOTOS: Light-Up Trees in Seuss Landing and More Christmas Decorations Arrive at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Crews have been installing trees, wreaths, garlands, and more decorations throughout the park, mainly in Seuss Landing, where every Who down in Whoville celebrates the Who-lidays. Seuss Landing Holiday decorations began to arrive at Seuss Landing earlier this week. Garlands with colorful … Read more

Crews Repainting Me Ship, The Olive at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Though Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges and Wimpy’s have reopened in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Me Ship, The Olive remains closed for refurbishment. We saw crews touching up the paint on the ship’s funnel. Me Ship, The Olive is a water play area with slides, nets, and interactive games. Scaffolding currently surrounds the funnel and … Read more

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