Universal Studios Hollywood is adding Nikki from Obsession to its 2026 Halloween Horror Nights event. The character will appear as a roaming performer during select event nights. Universal announced the addition during its Halloween Horror Nights panel at Midsummer...
The competition for Florida tourist dollars continues, and Universal is considering another plan to pull guests to them from Disney. Universal Orlando Resort is exploring the possibility of offering a discounted annual pass to current Walt Disney World Resort...
Universal Orlando Resort has scheduled several ride closures for refurbishment in 2026 affecting both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Recently, Universal has added two more attractions to its list of refurbishments this year: Men in...
The roller coaster Stardust Racers at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe resumed operations on March 25, following an extended closure that began in February. The reopening followed several schedule adjustments and weeks of inspection and maintenance work. Universal...
Universal Orlando Resort has begun sharing early details about its 2026 Halloween event. Initial announcements point to a theme centered on returning original characters Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow. This year's event is themed the "Infernal Carnival of...
After last year’s successful debut, Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that it is bringing a One Piece back as part of its 2026 Fan Fest Nights event. Expanding on the original fan zone, this year the park is featuring a live stunt show. Based on the long-running manga and anime, One Piece has seen rapidly growing popularity in the West, driven in large part by the success of the live-action Netflix adaptation.
Universal Destinations & Experiences has warned drone operators not to fly near the construction site of its planned theme park in the United Kingdom, filing a cease‑and‑desist notice in response to unauthorized aerial activity. The company said the measure is...
A new ticket option is now available for visitors to Universal’s year-round horror attraction in Las Vegas. The option, called the “Fraidy Cat Ticket,” allows guests to enter the venue, without its haunted houses. Universal Horror Unleashed operates inside the AREA15...
Universal Orlando Resort has extended the temporary closure of the Stardust Racers roller coaster for the third time, at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida. The attraction will now remain closed through April 5, 2026. If the current schedule holds, the ride...
Universal Destinations & Experiences is preparing to celebrate the upcoming release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie with a slate of limited-time experiences across its parks, including a special appearance from one of Nintendo’s most beloved characters. As part of...
Coca-Cola Freestyle beverage dispenser machines have been installed at Krusty Burger in Springfield, U.S.A., the The Simpsons-themed land inside Universal Studios Florida. Four red Freestyle machines now stand near the restaurant’s entrances. Guests who purchase...
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,...