Universal continues to pull from its catalogue of classics for new merchandise collections at Universal Parks. On our latest visit to Universal Studios Florida at Universal Orlando Resort, we discovered new shirts and other accessories for fans of the golf comedy classic Happy Gilmore. Happy Gilmore Graphic T-Shirt – $40 This shirt features a large box … Read more
Mardi Gras 2026 is just around the corner at Universal Studios Florida, and we’re already starting to see some of the new merchandise in the park. Clothing Mardi Gras 2026 Adult Button-Up Shirt – $65 This vibrant button-up top is covered in a pattern of various Universal Mardi Gras mascots and iconography in the style of … Read more
On a recent visit to Universal Studios Hollywood, we noticed a few new changes to developments on the upcoming Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift coaster.
According to Bloomberg and KTLA 5, more Universal attractions could soon be based on DC heroes, such as Batman, Superman and other DC Comic characters. Warner Bros. and Universal Currently, Warner Bros. licenses the DC intellectual properties to Six Flags Entertainment Corp. with rides such as Batman: The Ride, Justice League: Battle for Metropolis, Lex … Read more
The upcoming “Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks” will apparently shed light on the lack of flying dragons in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk. According to Attractions Magazine, the series will feature lots of footage of the dragon drone testing and “the moment Universal decided it wasn’t ready for … Read more
The 2024 TEA Global Experience Index has been released, revealing global theme park attendance numbers, including the numbers for Disney and Universal parks. 2024 TEA Global Experience Index The annual study is a collaboration between the Themed Entertainment Association, Entertainment + Culture Advisors, and The Park Database, presented in partnership with Storyland Studios and InPark … Read more
The Simpsons co-showrunner Matt Selman has addressed the rumors that Springfield will be removed from the Universal theme parks following Disney acquiring the show. Disney & The Simpsons Selman recently sat down with Entertainment Weekly to comment on the rumors that The Simpsons could be moving out of the Universal theme parks, namely Universal Studios … Read more
Several new Five Nights at Freddy’s and Fallout merchandise items have arrived at Universal Studios Florida for Halloween Horror Nights 2025. Long Sleeve Five Nights at Freddy’s Shirt – $85 The Spirit Jersey-like long sleeve tee is black on the top with white detailing around the neck and sleeve cuffs. It essentially has the same styling as … Read more
Zombie de Dance is a zombie-themed dance party show that takes place at Halloween Horror Nights in Universal Studios Japan. This year, the show is back with a new original song. Zombie de Dance Zombie de Dance first debuted at Universal Studios Japan in 2019. After pausing in 2020, the show has returned annually as … Read more
Details regarding a backstory and some ghostly characters have been released for Monstruos 3: The Ghosts of Latin America, an original house coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2025 at Universal Studios Hollywood. Monstruos 3: The Ghosts of Latin America The original house was announced via @HorrorNights on X (formerly Twitter) with the following details: One wails. One … Read more
In a recent press release, Universal casually announced the location and opening date of the Halloween Horror Nights 34 Tribute Store coming to Universal Studios Florida. Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store What Is the Tribute Store? The Tribute Store is a heavily-themed store with its own backstory and refrences to HHN lore. It will be … Read more
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
Universal Destinations & Experiences filed a new trademark for the name “Isle of Curiosity.” Isle of Curiosity Universal filed the trademark on May 1 and it’s currently awaiting assignment. Though it includes a logo mark (above), Universal makes no claim to any particular font style, size, or color. The trademark covers the following offerings: Amusement … Read more
Upcoming leadership changes have been announced for Universal Studios Japan and will be effective starting on June 1, 2025. JL Bonnier JL Bonner is being promoted from his current position of Universal Studios Japan as President, CEO to the position of President, COO, Pacific Rim where he will oversee the teams and overall operations of … Read more
Hami-Kuma, a fan favorite icon of Japan’s version of Halloween Horror Nights may be coming to Hollywood and Orlando for HHN34 in 2025. According to Hallowed Out Horror (@hallowed_horror on X), Universal has filed trademarks for the bear to appear in the North American parks. Both Hollywood and Orlando are included in the filings. The … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood released their full event schedule for 2025, including the dates for Halloween Horror Nights. Universal Studios Hollywood 2025 Event Guide Universal Studios Hollywood has a slate of events lined up for 2025. Some of these include fan-favorite events such as Halloween Horror Nights and Grinchmas. See the full breakdown of events and … Read more