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A now-closed Universal Orlando roller coaster caught fire on the morning of October 10th, according to WESH2 News.
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Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit permanently closed on August 18th, and crews have been working to dismantle it.
Something new is on the way at Universal Studios in Orlando — but we’re not quite sure what yet.
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit demolition
Back in August, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit closed for good, and we’ve been keeping an eye on the latest construction updates. While Universal hasn’t officially announced what will be taking the place of the former roller coaster, we do know that the entire coaster and related structures are being demolished to make way for the new attraction. Let’s check out the latest updates.
Universal Studios Florida has been changing big time!
Universal Studios Florida
Epic Universe has finally opened, Halloween Horror Nights is getting closer and closer, and one staple attraction is set to close. Change is always hard, but now we finally know when to brace for impact. Universal has finally confirmed the closing date for Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, and we’ve got the details here. [Read more…]
Epic Universe isn’t the only new thing coming to Universal Orlando!
Universal Studios
A recently filed permit confirmed that Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit would be closed and demolished, and eventually replaced by another attraction. Of course, Universal hasn’t clued us into what this new attraction might be, but it does look like things are quickly moving forward as another permit has been filed for this project.
Disney World isn’t the only theme park resort making some huge changes in 2025.
Universal Studios Florida
Universal Orlando has a pretty big year ahead of it, too, especially with the opening of Epic Universe in May. However, some other big changes seem to be coming to Univeral Orlando, too, and we recently uncovered a permit suggesting that a classic roller coaster would be getting demolished soon. Well, Universal Orlando has now confirmed that this ride will be closing next year.
Good things come and go, but a the closure of this popular theme park roller coaster was definitely not on our 2025 bingo cards.
Universal Orlando
Universal Studios is no stranger to shaking things up, especially with the new year right around the corner. But with the opening of Epic Universe on May 22nd taking center stage, we can’t forget about all the big moves being made behind the curtain. The latest? A potential bittersweet goodbye for a popular roller coaster is on the horizon. [Read more…]
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