BREAKING: Universal Volcano Bay Closing for 5 Months Next Year, Ending TapuTapu Wearable and Virtual Lines

A person holds a TapuTapu Wearable over a glowing sensor with neon blue and green patterns at Volcano Bay.

Universal Volcano Bay is ending their TapuTapu wearable device and virtual lines, and closing for five months starting next fall. Universal Volcano Bay Ending TapuTapu The Universal Orlando Resort website states, “Starting October 1, 2025, the TapuTapu wearable and virtual line will no longer be available. Guests can access attractions queues at their leisure.” The … Read more

A Naked Man Climbed Atop Tiana’s Palace & More: Daily Recap (4/13/25)

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Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny and new desserts have arrived at Magic Kingdom, along with continued work at Pirates of the Caribbean — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, April 13, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Disneyland Resort Disneyland Park Disney California Adventure … Read more

REVIEW: We Went to the First Volcano Bay Nights Event at Universal Orlando Resort — Was it Worth the Price?

A large artificial volcano with blue and purple lighting creates a mesmerizing spectacle at Volcano Bay Nights, overlooking a swimming pool teeming with people. The scene is beautifully set against the backdrop of a clear, dusk sky.

Yesterday, April 12, was the first official date for the new Volcano Bay Nights special ticketed event. We purchased tickets for the inaugural night to experience all of the food, activities, attractions, and more. Volcano Bay Nights Volcano Bay is Universal Orlando Resort’s tropical-themed water park. Volcano Bay usually closes at either 6 p.m. or … Read more

Universal Announces Volcano Bay Closures Due to Inclement Weather

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As another cold weather wave sweeps through Central Florida, Universal has announced a closure of Volcano Bay water park for two days in February. Universal Volcano Bay Closure for Inclement Weather Universal Orlando Resort has announced through their social media channels that Volcano Bay will be closed on Thursday, February 20 and Friday, February 21. … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort App Now Providing Air Quality Information

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Guests using the Universal Orlando Resort app can now access air quality information. Universal Orlando App Air Quality Information Upon opening the app, guests can click on the “Map” option which will open the screen displaying the interactive Universal Orlando Resort map. In the upper left-hand corner is an oval icon with an air quality … Read more

Tickets on Sale, More Details for Universal Volcano Bay Nights Event

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Tickets are now on sale for Universal Volcano Bay Nights, a new after-hours separately ticketed event at the Universal Orlando Resort water park. Universal Volcano Bay Nights Volcano Bay usually closes at 5 p.m., so this event will be a rare opportunity to experience the park after sunset. Volcano Bay Nights will be from 7 … Read more

Universal Announces New Hard Ticket Volcano Bay Nighttime Event

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Universal Orlando Resort announced a new separately ticketed, after-hours event for their Volcano Bay water park. Volcano Bay Nights Volcano Bay Nights will be on April 19, 26, May 3, 10, and 17. Universal describes the event as an “exclusive nighttime adventure at Universal Volcano Bay, featuring live entertainment, character meet and greets and a big … Read more

Universal Announces Volcano Bay Closure Due to Inclement Weather

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Volcano Bay at the Universal Orlando Resort will close on Wednesday, January 15, and Thursday, January 16, due to inclement weather. Volcano Bay Closing for Inclement Weather Universal Orlando Resort announced on social media that Volcano Bay will be closed on Wednesday, January 15 and Thursday, January 16, due to inclement weather. The waterpark has closed multiple times … Read more

Universal Announces Volcano Bay Closure Due to Inclement Weather

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Volcano Bay at the Universal Orlando Resort will close this weekend for inclement weather. Volcano Bay Closing for Inclement Weather Universal Orlando Resort announced on social media that Volcano Bay will be closed on Saturday, January 11, and Sunday, January 12, due to inclement weather. The waterpark has closed multiple times recently due to lower … Read more

Complimentary Annual Passholder Lanyard Featuring Epic Universe Now Available at Universal Orlando

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Now through January 31, 2025, Universal Orlando Resort is offering a complimentary specialty lanyard to annual passholders. Annual Passholder Specialty Lanyard As part of Universal Orlando Resort’s Annual Passholder Bonus Benefits, passholders can receive a free UOAP specialty lanyard. The lanyard is purple and blue and features designs of different icons of the Universal Orlando … Read more

Universal Volcano Bay Closing for Three Days

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Universal Orlando Resort announced another round of Volcano Bay closures due to cold and rainy weather this week. Universal Volcano Bay Closures Universal Volcano Bay was previously closed on January 2, 3, and 4. Universal announced on X that the water park will now be closed on Tuesday, January 7, due to inclement weather. It … Read more

New Universal Orlando Team Member Nametags Debuting Early 2025

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Team Members at Universal Orlando are getting an upgrade with a brand new nametag design in early 2025. New Universal Orlando Team Member Nametags An update was recently shared on UOTMLife’s Instagram revealing the new “Stargazer” nametag design. According to the post, the design “celebrates all of our parks, with artwork featuring our park icons” … Read more

Universal Volcano Bay Closed for 6th Day in a Row Due to Cold Weather

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Universal Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando Resort remains closed on Friday, December 6, due to “inclement weather” in Central Florida. Universal Volcano Bay Closed Universal Orlando Resort shared the update on X. This is the sixth day in a row that Universal Volcano Bay has been closed. Universal announced on December 1 that the water … Read more

Universal Volcano Bay to Remain Closed One More Day Due to Cold Weather

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Central Florida is experiencing low temperatures this week and, as a result, Universal Volcano Bay will remain closed for another day. The water park was already closed on Thursday, November 21, and Friday, November 22nd. Universal Orlando Resort announced it would remain closed through Saturday, November 23. Volcano Bay is scheduled to reopen on Sunday, … Read more

Universal Volcano Bay Closing for Inclement Weather

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Despite Tropical Storm Sara missing the Orlando area, remnants of inclement weather are expected to hit the area on Thursday, November 22. In anticipation of the oncoming weather, Universal Orlando Resort has announced that Universal Volcano Bay will be closed on Thursday and Friday, with an expected reopening on Saturday, November 23. The announcement came … Read more

Volcano Bay to Begin Seasonal Schedule in October

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Universal Orlando Resort has released hours for the rest of 2024, and Universal Volcano Bay will only be open five days per week beginning in October. Volcano Bay Seasonal Schedule Beginning October 30, Universal Volcano Bay will be closed at least two days per week, either Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday, as the water park begins a … Read more