While Disney and Universal continue battling for dominance in Florida and California, a theme park tucked away in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains keeps quietly collecting awards. Dollywood has once again been recognized as the top theme park in America,...
Universal Orlando Resort has posted a technical role tied to pyrotechnics at its newest theme park, Universal Epic Universe. The listing has drawn attention because it references ongoing fireworks operations, which are not currently part of the park’s daily offerings....
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...
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...
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,...
Officials from the Shingle Creek Transit and Utility Community Development District voted on Feb. 11 to begin contract negotiations with The Boring Company, the tunnel construction firm founded by Elon Musk, for a proposed transit system intended to connect key areas...
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’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.