Universal Studios Florida Archives

BREAKING: Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure Reach Capacity For Second Consecutive Day Over Columbus Day Weekend

October 11, 2020October 11, 2020

Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure have just reached capacity as of 11:50 AM. The parks also reached capacity by 11:15 AM yesterday. Diagon Alley is packed with guests this morning. Just like yesterday, the parks opened at 9:00 AM and Universal Studios Florida saw a surge of guests coming through the gates. … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Universal Studios Florida Retro Attraction Christmas Ornaments Debut at Universal Orlando Resort

October 11, 2020

usf-classic-attraction-ornaments-4672283

It’s time to deck the halls with Jaws and holly. Continuing with this year’s Universal Studios Florida retro attraction collection, a new series of Christmas ornaments has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort, celebrating both classic and extinct attractions such as Back to the Future: The Ride, Jaws, E.T. Adventure, and Kongfrontation. Kongfrontation Ornament – $18.00 … Read more

PHOTOS: New Second-Floor Window Pays Tribute to “Mr. Mardi Gras” Blaine Kern at Universal Studios Florida

October 10, 2020

kern-studios-window-universal-studios-florida-4-3886087

Many of the second-story windows at Universal Studios theme parks pay tribute to the behind-the-scenes contributors who created and supported the entertainment magic. A new window featuring Kern Studios found its place on the second story of Pantages Theatre at Universal Studios Florida. The theatre currently features Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show. The window honors … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure Reach Capacity Due to Holiday Crowds

October 10, 2020

universal-orlando-resort-photo-report-9-25-2020-17-8681635

Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure have just reached capacity as of 11:15 AM. This is the second time the parks have reached capacity this month, the first time being when Halloween festivities began. The parks opened at 9:00 AM and Universal Studios Florida saw a surge of guests just before 11:00 AM. … Read more

PHOTOS: Face Covering Prices Raised at Universal Orlando Resort

October 6, 2020

face-coverings-price-increase-universal-orlando-1-4372572

If you’re planning on shopping for some stylish new face coverings at the Universal Orlando Resort, you’ll be paying a little more now. There has been no shortage of designs, from E.T. to Hogwarts Houses, there’s something for everyone. Prices have been $6 each or 4 for $20, but now you’ll be paying a whopping … Read more

REVIEW: Annual Passholder Exclusive Chocolate Banana Cream Pie Crêpe is an Irresistible New Offering from Central Park Crêpes at Universal Studios Florida

October 5, 2020

universal-studios-florida-central-park-crepes-passholder-banana-cream-pie-6-6546132

The Universal Orlando Resort recently announced an extension to the Annual Passholder Appreciation Days, which includes perks such as exclusive menu items around the parks. Central Park Crêpes has been a huge success, judging by the daily lines and our own review of the entire menu, so it’s no surprise they’ve gotten in on showing … Read more

UPNT Weekly Recap: Universal Orlando Resort Returning to Fingerprint Scanners, Heavy Crowds for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida , VelociCoaster Previews, and More

October 4, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Universal Parks news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Universal Orlando Resort and other Universal resorts around the world, here’s our Universal Parks News Today weekly recap from September 27 to October 4, 2020. Universal Orlando Resort See our photos and a … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal Studios Florida Adds Express and Stand-By Queues at Haunted Houses

October 4, 2020

Another day, another queue setup at Universal Studios Florida. Recently, we noticed new indoor queues for the popular houses. A few days later, Universal added Universal Express and stand-by line options. The additional options likely serve to help manage growing crowds. Signs at Revenge of the Tooth Fairy clearly direct guests to the correct line. … Read more

PHOTOS: Kang & Kodos’ Twirl ‘n’ Hurl Now Open on Weekends at Universal Studios Florida

October 4, 2020

After closing temporarily August 9, Kang & Kodos’ Twirl ‘n’ Hurl whirled back to life in Springfield this weekend. Guests can once again enjoy this out-of-this-world experience (on weekends only) as they pilot their own saucer up and down while Kang and Kodos spin you into the next universe. With their winding green tentacles, foamy … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Love is Universal” Candy Debuts at Universal Studios Florida

October 4, 2020

love-is-universal-pride-candy-san-francisco-candy-co-universal-studios-florida-featured-image

Life can be sweet at Universal Studios Florida, but Pride Month in Orlando can be even sweeter with the new “Love is Universal” line of candy! The candy matches the rest of the rainbow-colored “Love is Universal” line, which has included a Spirit Jersey-style sweatshirt, tank tops, baseball caps, mugs and more. Let’s take a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans Face Mask Arrives at Universal Orlando Resort

October 3, 2020

bertie-botts-every-flavour-flavor-beans-face-mask-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-universal-studios-florida-5

If you’re a fan of Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans, there’s a new way to show your love at Universal Orlando Resort! A new face mask has arrived, joining the red and white-striped mask that premiered last week. The blue mask features a lady wearing a festive hat (similar to what’s on boxes of Bertie Bott’s … Read more

REVIEW: The Bride Cupcake Debuts at the Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida

October 3, 2020

universal-studios-florida-tribute-store-the-bride-cupcake-hhn-5-6159348

The Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store has unleashed some new desserts just in time to celebrate the opening of two haunted houses at Universal Studios Florida. This new cupcake, themed to the Bride, is a sweet way to reward yourself for braving Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives. For the price of $6.99, you … Read more

PHOTOS: New Earthquake, Kongfrontation, and E.T. Adventure Retro Face Masks Arrive at Universal Studios Florida

October 2, 2020

Earthquake, King Kong, ET Face Mask collage

Following the debut of the Frankenstein Monster face mask announced last week, Universal Studios Florida released new retro attraction face masks for Earthquake: The Big One, Kongfrontation and E.T. Adventure Ride. Each mask has the attraction logo or character associated with the ride above the nostalgic neon Universal Studios Florida marquee, which we’ve seen on … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 9/20/20 (Haunted Houses, Trick or Treating, Rainy Day Crowds, Velocicoaster Vehicles, and More)

September 28, 2020

universal-orlando-photo-report-9222020-23-2821280

Welcome to a very gray, rainy day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. It looks like the weather may have kept a few people home today, but there were still plenty of crowds making their way into the parks this morning for a taste of Halloween. We started our morning off at Universal Studios Florida … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Universal Orlando Resort Transitioning Back to Fingerprint Scanners at Park Entrances

September 28, 2020

Universal Orlando Resort is testing using fingerprint scanners again at theme park entrances. Since reopening, guests have only been required to show a picture ID with their tickets, to reduce contact with touch points. Today, guests were asked to use finger scanners, with Team Members wiping down the scanners after each guest. A Team Member … Read more

PHOTOS: Heavy Crowds at Universal Studios Florida This Weekend for Continued Halloween Offerings

September 27, 2020

Universal Studios Florida is the most crowded we have seen it since it reopened. Last weekend, the parks hit capacity as Halloween festivities began. This weekend, it seems Universal is less concerned about limited capacity. Universal Studios Florida’s two Halloween Horror Nights haunted houses are open today and tomorrow, and then will be operating daily … Read more