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...
HamiKuma, a character originating from Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween Horror Nights (HHN), will be present at Universal Studios Hollywood for HHN 2025 as a meet-and-greet character. This marks the first time the character will appear in a live capacity outside of Japan, according to official announcements. The meet-and-greet is scheduled to take place in front of the Animation Studio Store, and it will be available during both daytime and evening hours on event days.
Universal Studios Hollywood is facing criticism from attendees of Halloween Horror Nights over discrepancies between its Five Nights at Freddy’s haunted house and the Florida version. Creative Director John Murdy addressed the complaints, saying that higher production costs on the West Coast resulted in fewer animatronics in the Hollywood version.
Universal Orlando is officially moving forward with long-anticipated changes inside Islands of Adventure, with the resort confirming that construction work will soon begin in the long-dormant Lost Continent area. This ultimately paves the way for what could be the next big themed land inside the park.
At the 2025 Golden Ticket Awards, Universal’s recently opened theme park, Epic Universe, earned several honors, including Best Dark Ride for its much heralded Monster’s Unchained attraction. This marked a significant change, as Epic Universe overtook Disney’s Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, which had previously dominated the category.
When Universal Studios announced its plans to build a £5 billion theme park in Bedfordshire, UK, one question dominated the headlines: would Harry Potter be part of it? For millions of fans across Europe, the idea of stepping into the Wizarding World without having to fly to Orlando or Hollywood was the ultimate dream. But new reporting suggests that dream has hit a snag.
Universal Parks has announced the launch of a new dining option tied to its annual Halloween Horror Nights event. The newly introduced Halloween Horror Nights Dining Pass offers guests a prepaid meal package designed to enhance their food experience during the event.
Universal Orlando Resort has expanded its Express Pass offering at Epic Universe to include two major attractions that had previously been excluded. As of August 22, 2025, Mine‑Cart Madness in Super Nintendo World and Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter are now eligible for Express Pass use.
Halloween at Universal Orlando is known for big scares, elaborate sets, and headline-grabbing houses. But this year’s most extreme Halloween Horror Nights addition, based on the cult slasher Terrifier, made headlines on its very first preview night for all the wrong reasons.
Universal Orlando Resort has announced the return of Volcano Bay Nights, a limited-capacity, after-hours event at its Volcano Bay water theme park. The event will be held each Friday from September 5 through October 31, 2025, and features access to select attractions, food and beverage offerings, and live entertainment.
Universal Destinations & Experiences has revealed that more than 18,000 people have expressed interest in job opportunities related to its planned theme park in Bedfordshire, England. Approximately 80% of these applicants are from Bedford and its surrounding areas, showing strong local engagement with the project.
Universal Orlando Resort has recently updated its employee benefits program to include complimentary admission to its newest theme park, Epic Universe. This adjustment grants Team Members the ability to visit the park without paying for entry, expanding employee access to one of the resort’s latest developments. The change represents a notable enhancement of the perks provided to staff, allowing them to experience the new park firsthand.
Universal Orlando Resort’s latest theme park, Epic Universe, is projected to generate approximately $2 billion for the Central Florida economy during its first year of operation. This comes from a study led by economist Dr. Sean Snaith from the University of Central Florida’s Institute for Economic Forecasting.