Passholder Appreciation Days are here at Universal Orlando, and now there’s a new Coca-Cola Freestyle UOAP cup at the resort. UOAP Coca-Cola Freestyle Cup – $18.99 The new Annual Passholder-exclusive Freestyle cup highlights the end of summer with its lime green, dark blue, light blue, and pink pattern. “UOAP” is printed in white on the … Read more
Universal Orlando has shared a first look at Stardust Racers, the dual-track roller coaster that will be located in Celestial Park, the main hub of Epic Universe. Stardust Racers First Look Stardust Racers (formerly Starfall Racers) is a dual-track coaster with speeds up to 62 miles per hour and heights up to 133 feet, traveling … Read more
AECOM (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Operations, and Management) and TEA (Themed Entertainment Association) have released their 2023 attendance report, the Theme Index, which covers theme parks and attractions globally — including Universal Destinations & Experiences. AECOM/TEA 2023 Theme Index Attendance Report This attendance report covers 2023, despite being released in 2024. This year, the Theme Index … Read more
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
Universal Orlando Resort has launched a new vacation package that includes a dining card worth up to $1,000 for the first time ever. Universal Orlando Dining Card Vacation Package This package includes a Food and Beverage card valued at up to $1,000, 4+ night hotel accommodations, early park admission, complimentary transportation to the theme parks … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights guests can wear their favorite mascot on their shoulder thanks to a new Lil’ Boo shoulder plush. The accessory is available at All Hallows Eve Boutique (which is currently sporting Lil’ Boo theming) in Universal Islands of Adventure. It will likely be available at other HHN merchandise locations in Universal Orlando Resort … Read more
Now that the 3-house Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror tours have begun at Universal Orlando Resort, we have the full list of houses available for these lights-on offerings. Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror Tours On a Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror tour, guests can walk through select haunted houses for Halloween Horror … Read more
Even though the Halloween season is nearly upon us, Universal Orlando Resort has announced the dates for Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval for 2025. 2025 Mardi Gras at Universal According to a new post on X (formerly Twitter), Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval will return from February 1 through March 30, … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has released a video showing off some of the new costumes that Team Members will wear at Epic Universe. Epic Universe Team Member Costumes A behind-the-scenes video posted on Instagram shows key figures in Universal’s Wardrobe Design and New Projects teams at work on different Team Member costumes for Epic Universe. Several … Read more
After being leaked thanks to theming being installed in the park, Universal Orlando Resort has officially revealed details for the fifth and final scare zone for Halloween Horror Nights 33, “Enter the Blumhouse.” ‘Enter the Blumhouse’ Scare Zone This scare zone was first revealed on Thursday, July 25, after a structure emulating the Blumhouse Pictures … Read more
Torture Faire scare zone decor has arrived, and more theming has been added for Halloween Horror Nights 33 scare zones and haunted houses at Universal Studios Florida. Halloween Horror Nights 33 Decor The Swamp of the Undead and Torture Faire scare zones and the Major Sweets Candy Factory haunted house are starting to take shape … Read more
The tornado watch issued on August 4, 2024 for the area of Central Florida surrounding Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort has been extended until August 5, 2024 at 4 p.m. Hurricane Debby Tornado Watch Yesterday, Hurricane Debby was upgraded from a tropical storm to a Category 1 hurricane, as it made landfall in … Read more
As a tropical storm forms, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a State of Emergency for 54 of Florida’s 67 counties according to Fox 35 Orlando. Walt Disney World State of Emergency Nearly all of Florida, including Orange County, the home of Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort, could be affected by a tropical … Read more
All Hallows Eve Boutique has transformed once again for the Halloween season at Universal Islands of Adventure, and is now the Boardwalk Lil’ Bootique. All Hallows Eve Boardwalk Lil’ Bootique Lil’ Boo has taken over the seasonal boutique, putting his own spin on the decor both inside and outside the store. Guests will find that … Read more
A new slate of “atomic goth punk” merchandise for Halloween Horror Nights 33 has debuted at Universal Studios Florida. The event kicks off later this month. We found these items for sale alongside other already released HHN 33 merchandise in Five and Dime. The T-shirt seen here was originally released in May 2024. Halloween Horror … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has revealed new details for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, opening in 2025 as part of Epic Universe. This is the final land reveal for the new theme park. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic To begin their exploration of the magical streets … Read more