Central Florida is experiencing a heat wave that will affect outdoor conditions at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort. Forecast models indicate this warm pattern will continue through June 20, 2026, with afternoon highs generally in the low to mid-90s...
The long-running Gay Days Disney World gathering is officially back on the calendar for 2026 after organizers previously announced the Orlando event had been paused due to lost sponsorship support. According to an update shared by Gay Days organizers, the multi-day...
NBCUniversal has revised a press release to remove wording that suggested Universal Epic Universe was about to go through an expansion. Still, many fans aren't buying it and expect more additions on the horizon. The park, part of Universal Orlando Resort in Florida,...
A Harry Potter-themed drone show has been announced for Miami, Florida, in March 2026, with organizers confirming it will take place outside of the state’s major theme park complexes. The series of three performances, called DroneArt Show: Harry Potter, will be hosted...
Officials in Florida have released new information this week about the proposed underground transit project linked to Universal Orlando Resort and Elon Musk. The Shingle Creek Transit & Utility Community Development District Board in Orange County voted on Feb. 11...
Volcano Bay, the water park at Universal Orlando Resort, will transition to a fully cashless payment system beginning February 25, 2026. The change will require guests to use electronic forms of payment for all in-park purchases. The park will no longer accept cash...
The family of a 70-year-old woman who died after riding the Revenge of the Mummy roller coaster at Universal Studios Florida has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump to represent them as they seek answers about the circumstances surrounding her death. The Incident...
Universal Destinations & Experiences and The Pokémon Company have announced plans to develop a new Pokémon-themed experience for Universal theme parks. This first long-term Pokemon-themed experience is set to be “innovative, immersive, and world-class.” The...
Universal Orlando Resort has released its calendar of seasonal events for 2026, outlining dates for Halloween Horror Nights, the Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle experience, and the Back to Hogwarts celebration. The schedule spans much of the year and includes a mix of...
Universal Orlando’s has announced a new Fast & Furious-themed roller coaster for Universal Studios Florida that will replace the long-running Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. This move signals a clear bet on a franchise that, while no longer at its box-office peak, has...
Rumors are beginning to circulate among theme park fans that Pennywise the Clown could be coming to Halloween Horror Nights in 2026, potentially in the form of a haunted house inspired by Stephen King’s IT. While the idea has sparked excitement across social media and fan circles, the actual evidence supporting the claim remains extremely limited.
Universal Destinations & Experiences has filed a patent application describing a ride system intended to adjust attraction content in response to disability-related guest needs. The application, titled “Systems And Methods For Providing Enhanced Ride System...
Universal’s Islands of Adventure has filed a new construction permit that points to the possible development of a future attraction. Public records in Orange County, Florida, show that Universal City Development Partners has submitted a Notice of Commencement for work within the park. The filing lists Intamin as the contractor.