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- Real-Life 'SpongeBob SquarePants' Triple Gooberry Sunrise at Universal Kids Resort
At Universal Kids Resort, guests can visit the real Goofy Goober’s from The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie and get their own Triple Gooberry (or Gooberberry) Sunrise. Triple Gooberry Sunrise Universal Kids Resort revealed the sundae on social media. It comes inside a souvenir cup that resembles the cartoon... - Why Disney Adults Are Suddenly Booking Trips to the UK
- 5 Rules Universal Kids Resort Is Enforcing
- Universal Orlando Resort Hotels Add Summer Sand Sculptures, Poolside Activities, and Exclusive Character Meet-and-Greets
Universal Orlando Resort hotel guests have a few extra reasons to linger around the resorts this summer with poolside activities, sand sculptures, and more. Summer Fun at Universal Orlando As part of Universal Orlando Resort’s summer celebration, all 11 Universal Orlando hotels are offering limited-time seasonal additions,... - Leaked LEGO Ideas E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial Set Reveals Potential August Release
A leaked first-look image appears to show the upcoming LEGO Ideas E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial set, with the brick-built alien reportedly scheduled for release later this summer. LEGO Ideas: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial – $139.99 (Alleged) LEGO Ideas previously approved Lafabrick’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial submission as part of the... - Epic Universe Testing Fireworks for 'Celestial Goodnight' & 4th of July
Photographer @bioreconstruct on X captured photos of fireworks testing at Universal Epic Universe Thursday evening. Epic Universe Fireworks Testing Bio took the photos from approximately four miles away and said the fireworks were “large and loud.” On July 7, Epic Universe will premiere its fireworks show, Universal... - Universal Orlando Resort Hotels Debut New Summer Sand Sculptures, Exclusive Meet & Greets, and More
Now through August 10, all 11 Universal Orlando hotels are offering limited-time seasonal activities, specialty food and beverages, themed displays, and exclusive perks for resort guests. One of the biggest additions this summer is a collection of large-scale sand sculptures displayed inside each hotel lobby. Created using between 600... - New Original HHN House Announced: INVASION: Alien Abduction
Happy frightful Friday! Rounding out this week of original haunted house announcements, we have another lined up for Halloween Horror Nights 35 at Universal Studios Florida! Universal shared on social media: Just Announced: INVASION: Alien Abduction Make contact with horrors from worlds unknown in this haunted house,... - New Original HHN House Announced: Cybergoria
- INVASION: Alien Abduction House Coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando
- Fourth of July Fireworks Show at Epic Universe, More Events & Celebrations at Universal Orlando
- 3 NEW Perks Just Dropped for Universal Annual Passholders
- Disney World States Resort Decorations Are Just For Hotel Guests, May Hint at Future Transportation Restrictions - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/25/2026
- Universal Adds 10+ Volcano Bay Nights This Summer
- Tropical Americas News Update: Indy Facade, Casita Foundation, and Opening Date Speculation
- Universal Announces Return of Hogwarts Castle Walk, After Hours Wizarding World Event, and More 'Back to Hogwarts' Details
- Cybergoria Haunted House Announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando
- Is Epic Universe’s Toadstool Cafe Still A Winner for Families?
Toadstool Cafe is located inside Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe and is a sensory overload for Mario fans! The menu is highly themed offering burgers, chicken sandwiches, spaghetti, and colorful desserts. Once seated inside, you’ll have a view of the Mushroom Kingdom with unexpected visitors like... - New Original House Announcement: MADLANDS: Caged Cannibals
- Disney's Grand Floridian Gingerbread House Permanently Retired - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/24/2026
- Tropical Americas News Update: Indy Facade, Casita Foundation, and Opening Date Speculation
- Universal Orlando Announces Passholder Nights 2026 Dates
For two dates this August, Universal Orlando Annual Passholders will get exclusive access to Universal Studios Florida. Passholder Nights Passholder Nights a.k.a. UOAP Nights will be on Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16, 2026 — the same nights as last year. Reservations will open on July 7... - Universal Announces NEW Haunted House for Halloween Horror Nights 2026
- MADLANDS: Caged Cannibals Announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando
Universal just announced that MADLANDS: Caged Cannibals will join the list of haunted houses at Halloween Horror Nights this year. MADLANDS: Caged Cannibals In this haunted house, a defunct zoo is now the deadly domain of warring cannibal factions that have taken their animal instincts to extremes.... - Video Shows Moment 13-Year-Old Boy Tumbles Headfirst Down 50 Foot Drop at Tiana's Bayou Adventure - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/23/2026
- New House Announcement: H.R. Bloodengutz Returns to Halloween Horror Nights
We have another house announcement for HHN 35 at Universal Studios Florida! This one is packed with history and nostalgia: H.R. Bloodengutz is making his long-awaited return to Halloween Horror Nights in an all-new original haunted house. Universal shares on social media: Just Announced: H.R. Bloodengutz Presents:... - VIDEO: Testing for Epic Universe 'Celestial Goodnight' Fireworks Finale
Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced “Universal Celestial Goodnight,” a fireworks spectacular coming to Epic Universe in July, and we have spotted more testing of the show on social media. In the Instagram reel by @thethemeparkdad, fireworks can be seen from the pool at Helios Grand Hotel.... - LEGOLAND Florida Takes a Playful Swipe at Universal Kids Resort in New Video
- “Charm of a Prison Camp.” Fans Aren’t Holding Back on Universal’s Newest Theme Park
- Young Guest Jumps Out of Ride Vehicle on Tiana's Bayou Adventure, Slides Down 50 Foot Drop - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/22/2026
- More Track & Block Brakes on Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Orlando
- Universal Filing Reveals the Scale of New Dark Universe Attraction
- VIDEO: Epic Universe Testing 'Celestial Goodnight' Fireworks
After Universal Orlando Resort officially announced “Universal Celestial Goodnight,” a fireworks spectacular coming to Epic Universe in July, the show was seen being tested. Celestial Goodnight Testing Although no sound accompanies the video, various visual and water effects could be seen in and around the park’s hub... - NEWS: Next Halloween Horror Nights House Announced for 2026
- H.R. Bloodengutz House Announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando
H.R. Bloodengutz returns to Halloween Horror Nights 35 at Universal Studios Florida with a brand-new house. H.R. Bloodengutz Presents: A Halloween Fright-Tacular! On a dark and stormy Halloween night, your favorite maître d’macabre returns to WKNB with a special scare-athon! Tune into a curated selection of H.R.... - Security Responds to Young Guest Climbing On Redwood Creek Challenge Trail Structure - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/21/2026
- Epic Universe Begins Project to Correct Natural Erosion Occurring at Expansion Pad
- 'Minions & Monsters' Cinema Entry Overlay at Universal Studios Hollywood's CityWalk
- 2026 Halloween Horror Nights Houses and Props Spotted at Universal Studios Hollywood
- Could This Epic Universe Permit Tell Us About A NEW Expansion?
- Future Epic Universe Events Center Goes Vertical as Construction Expands
Construction is now going vertical on a future events center at Universal Epic Universe, with steel beams erected for the first major frame of the structure. Epic Universe Events Center Construction New aerial photos from bioreconstruct at Epic Universe show a milestone development for the future events... - Meet Minions Henry and James at Universal Studios Hollywood
- Le Cirque Arcanus Closing For Refurbishment at Epic Universe
- The NEW Problem That’s Suddenly Plaguing Epic Universe Fans
- NEW Attraction Closure Announced for Epic Universe
- This Bathroom Update Might Be Our Favorite Part of Universal’s Newest Theme Park
- Permanently Closed Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost Now Being Used for Caricatures at Hollywood Studios - in Today's Daily Recap for 06/19/2026
Permanently Closed Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost Now Being Used for Caricatures at Hollywood Studios; Wilderness Lodge Experiencing Multi-Day Air Conditioning Outage During Heat Advisory, Restaurant Reservations Unavailable; Guest Obstacle Sign Added to Fireworks Observation Deck Gate; CityWalk Now Behind Security After Universal Studios Hollywood Reconfigures Main Entrance... - NEWS: Security Just Completely Changed at Universal Hollywood
- Horse Statue Promotion for 'The Odyssey' at Universal Orlando Resort
- Former Universal Islands of Adventure Will Call Turned Into 'Cool Zone'
The former will call pavilion outside Universal Islands of Adventure is now a “cool zone” with seating and fans. Universal Islands of Adventure Cool Zone Self-service ticket kiosks were removed from the pavilion earlier this year. With Heat Advisories hitting Central Florida, Universal has turned the space... - CityWalk Now Behind Security After Universal Studios Hollywood Reconfigures Main Entrance
Universal Studios Hollywood concluded a large refurbishment, reconfiguring the main entrance and securing CityWalk by moving security scanners to the sides of the Central and East parking garages, in addition to the original main entrance security. Universal Studios Hollywood Previously, CityWalk was not secure so anyone could... - There’s a NEW Minions Land and We Saw It ALL at Universal Kids Resort
- REVIEW: Let’s Eat at Universal’s Brand New Hotel Restaurant!
- Get Out of My Swamp! Everything To Do in Shrek’s Swamp at the NEW Universal Kids Resort
- A-Frames Rise For Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida
Construction continues to progress on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift ride coming to Universal Studios Florida, as large A-frames are installed. Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift Construction Update Photos from the ground this morning, June 19, from @bioreconstruct show the new towering A-frames that went in overnight.... - Heat Advisory & Severe Storm Risk for Second Day in a Row at Disney World and Universal Orlando
- Scrim and Scaffolding Go Up Around Finnegan's in Universal Studios Florida
- Disneyland Must Retire Gas-Powered Autopia Cars by February 2027 Under State Agreement - in Today's Daily Recap for 06/18/2026 Disneyland Must Retire Gas-Powered Autopia Cars by February 2027 Under State Agreement, Patina Restaurant Employees From EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion Demand $134K in Missing Pay, CONFIRMED: Hurly-Burly Jazz Club Replaces JellyRolls, Basin Coming to Disney’s BoardWalk, Pepsi Rips Off Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Coke Bottles for Disney Park...
- Men in Black Alien Attack Reopens With New and Updated Effects
Men in Black: Alien Attack reopened at Universal Studios Florida after a two-week refurbishment. Men in Black: Alien Attack Refurbishment Men in Black: Alien Attack closed from June 1 through June 16. Though the ride experience hasn’t changed, there are various improvements to be found. Audio throughout... - Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Construction Progress and Coaster Testing at Universal Studios Hollywood
- Riverfront Bar Removed for Luke Combs' Category 10 Construction at Universal CityWalk Orlando
- New Jurassic Park Loungefly for Your Universal Trip!
- New House Announcement: Stranger Things Coming to Halloween Horror Nights
The Upside Down returns to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights as the fifth and final season of Netflix’s Stranger Things, comes to life in an all-new haunted house. The premier Halloween event commences on Friday, August 28 at Universal Orlando Resort and Thursday, September 3 at Universal Studios Hollywood. Stranger Things 5 House Announced Universal... - We’re LIVE from Universal’s NEW Texas Theme Park
- Heat Advisory & Storms for Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort, Temps Feel Like 105-111°
- Daveigh Chase, Voice of Lilo in 'Lilo and Stitch', Passes Away at 35 - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/17/2026
Daveigh Chase, star of The Ring and Lilo and Stitch, has passed away at the age of 35. Disney Springs has installed warning signs near all the resort bus location signs indicating the upcoming change to resort transportation service. This morning, June 17, Disney Parks announced the lineup and dining... - NEWS: ‘Stranger Things 5’ House CONFIRMED For Halloween Horror Nights
- Poseidon’s Trident Destroyed as Land Cleared for New Attractions in Islands of Adventure
- 'Stranger Things' Haunted House Coming to Universal Orlando and Universal Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights
Guests are headed back to Hawkins for Halloween Horror Nights 35 at both Universal Orlando and Universal Hollywood. The Stranger Things haunted house was officially announced today, June 17. Stranger Things Haunted House The house was announced in a sideshow-style announcement video this afternoon. Inspired by the... - Poseidon's Fury Trident Torn Down at Universal Islands of Adventure
- Disney Springs Will Permanently Ban Watercraft and Bus Access for Non-Resort Guests Beginning Next Week - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/16/2026
Starting permanently next week, non-resort guests will no longer be allowed to board resort buses or watercraft at Disney Springs. Gideon’s Bakehouse’s Six Ravens location has now installed signage at its new spot in Disney Springs. Level99, the soon-to-be interactive gaming venue in Disney Springs, has announced... - Universal Previewing Hollywood Horror Nights 2026 at Midsummer Scream
Universal Studios will be previewing Hollywood Horror Nights 2026 offerings at the upcoming Midsummer Scream convention in California. 2026 Midsummer Scream Midsummer Scream is the world’s largest Halloween and horror convention. Located at the Long Beach Convention Center in California, the convention runs from August 7 through... - Universal Orlando CHANGES Parking Rules for Halloween Horror Nights
- Save Up to $30 on Disney and Universal Theme Park Tickets with Limited-Time Offer
- ParkTalk Episode 15: Carousel of Progress Update
- Epic Universe News Update: Fireworks Show Announced, Expansions Confirmed, and Latest Construction
- NEW ‘Celestial Goodnight’ Fireworks Show Coming to Epic Universe
Today, Universal Orlando Resort officially announced Universal Celestial Goodnight — a new fireworks spectacular debuting at Epic Universe in July. Universal shared on social media: “Set your night aglow with a glittering new fireworks finale! Premiering July 7th, experience the excitement of Universal Celestial Goodnight, a dazzling... - Epic Universe News Update: Fireworks Show Announced, Expansions Confirmed, and Latest Construction
- Universal Orlando Resort Eliminates Free Parking Perk at Halloween Horror Nights
- Universal Epic Universe dazzles with a new nighttime spectacular, ‘Universal Celestial Goodnight’
Universal Epic Universe will debut a new nighttime spectacular, "Universal Celestial Goodnight," beginning July 7, featuring synchronized fountains, lighting effects, music, and fireworks in Celestial Park.Goodnight." The post Universal Epic Universe dazzles with a new nighttime spectacular, ‘Universal Celestial Goodnight’ appeared first... - Epic Universe nighttime spectacular ‘Universal Celestial Goodnight’ is gaining traction on social media
A year into the Epic Universe's life, fans have spotted testing for an unannounced nighttime spectacular, seemingly titled "Universal Celestial Goodnight." The post Epic Universe nighttime spectacular ‘Universal Celestial Goodnight’ is gaining traction on social media appeared first on Attractions... - Universal Brought Back 2 Popular Characters and Fans Are Freaking Out
- NEW Fireworks Show Announced for Universal’s Epic Universe
- BREAKING: Epic Universe 'Celestial Goodnight' Fireworks Officially Announced
Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced “Universal Celestial Goodnight,” a fireworks spectacular coming to Epic Universe in July. “Set your night aglow with a glittering new fireworks finale! Premiering July 7th, experience the excitement of Universal Celestial Goodnight, a dazzling new display of fireworks, dancing fountains and... - Sinbad Theater Totally Demolished as Lost Continent Continues to Disappear - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/14/2026
- Lost Continent Demolition Update: Mystic Fountain Face to be Preserved
- Your Guide to Mega Movie Summer at Universal Studios Hollywood
- Universal Orlando Resort Lists New Casting Call for Costumed Character Performers at Epic Universe
Universal is looking for performers to bring some of its iconic characters to life at Epic Universe. Epic Universe Animated Costumed Character Submissions Universal Orlando Resort is accepting submissions for part-time animated costumed character performer roles at Universal Epic Universe. The new audition posting is seeking performers... - Sinbad Theater Totally Demolished as Lost Continent Continues to Disappears at Universal Islands of Adventure
- Equipment Staged at Epic Universe Fireworks Launch Pad for Rumored Universal Celestial Goodnight Show
Day by day and launcher by launcher, Universal Orlando Resort is getting closer and closer to lighting up the metro-Orlando night sky at Epic Universe with the rumored Universal Celestial Goodnight Show. Epic Universe Fireworks Launch Site Update New photos from @bioreconstruct show more equipment staged on... - Solar-Powered Trash Cans Continue to Arrive in EPCOT - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/13/2026
- NEW Food and Drink Options Hit Universal Orlando for FIFA World Cup
- Why We’re Even MORE Excited About Universal’s NEWEST Theme Park Opening
- We Just Got A BIG Universal Volcano Bay Construction UPDATE
- You Can Visit Universal’s NEW Theme Park BEFORE It Opens for Only $50
- Coins Removed From World Celebration Reflecting Pool at EPCOT - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/12/2026
- More Track Added to Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Spike Element at Universal Studios Florida
Construction continues to progress on the spike element of the Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift ride coming to Universal Studios Florida, as more curved track pieces are added. Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift Construction Update In photos shared today by @bioreconstruct, the spike element of the new... - Audio Testing for Universal Celestial Goodnight Underway at Epic Universe
It seems that Epic Universe is currently testing the audio system for the forthcoming Universal Celestial Goodnight fireworks show. We’ve been tracking the fireworks system installation for several weeks. Universal Celestial Goodnight A video from Universally Speaking on X captured an audio test happening at Epic Universe... - Over 400 Alligators Have Been Removed From Walt Disney World Since 2016 Tragedy - in Today's Daily Recap for 06/11/2026
Over 400 Alligators Have Been Removed From Walt Disney World Since 2016 Tragedy; Bus Crash With Injuries Near EPCOT Cast Parking, Road Closed; Watch the Teaser Trailer for Pixar’s ‘Gatto’; World Celebration Reflecting Pool Drained at EPCOT for Refurbishment— all this and more in today’s daily recap... - Celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Universal Studios Hollywood CityWalk
The CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood will have new entertainment and food options to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 2026 Fifa World Cup at Universal Studios Hollywood CityWalk Starting June 12, Telemundo and Universal Studios Hollywood CityWalk are teaming up to offer viewing parties, fan pop-up events, and...









































































