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Universal Epic Universe has barely been open a year, and already, we’re starting to see changes!
“You wonder next which path to chart; The answer lies within your heart”
Of course, we’ve seen restaurant menus change with new snacks added, and merchandise inventory shifts with the seasons, but we’re here to talk about BIG changes. There are some significant updates planned for Epic Universe in the future. How do we know? Well, a new permit was filed!
Halloween Horror Nights is turning 35 this year! To celebrate, Universal Orlando has something big planned.
Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights
This year’s theme will be the Infernal Carnival of Nightmares! It will be hosted by Halloween Horror Nights icon Jack the Clown, and his legendary rival, Dr. Oddfellow, will band together to scare Universal Studios guests. Halloween Horror Nights starts on August 28th and runs through November 1st, so get ready to scream!
There’s a lot of talk about some big stuff coming for the Universal Orlando Resort’s theme parks, and Orlando in general!
Universal Orlando
There has been word about a transportation system project connecting Universal Orlando Resort’s theme parks, which could help mainly with getting to and from Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure to Universal’s Epic Universe. However, the proposed tunnel system doesn’t stop there, as there are talks to use it to transform how people navigate International Drive!
We’ve got some exciting news out of Frisco, Texas, where the new Universal Kids Resort is underway and preparing to open this summer.
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This entire new park has been built with kids in mind, as well as their families, and there are so many different sections to explore. One of the most anticipated, however, is the new Jurassic World Adventure Camp, and now, we’ve gotten a sneak peek at the new land to see what’s in store!
Stardust Racers is one of Epic Universe’s most popular attractions. The dual-launch roller coaster has riders racing against the opposite track in one of Universal Orlando’s fastest rides.
Stardust Racers
The roller coaster closed for annual refurbishment on February 19th, but the closure has been extended from late February to mid-March, and now until April 5th!
A fun summer event is coming back to Universal Orlando, and we’ve got the deets!
Volcano Bay
If you’re a fan of after-hours events and short lines for rides, then you’ll be happy to know that Universal Orlando has just announced Universal Volcano Bay Nights will return in 2026! This is a must-try for those who love the popular water park, and the event is filled with some fun offerings.
One of our favorite times of the year has arrived at Universal Parks, though many people don’t know about it!
Butterbeer!
No, we’re not talking about Mardi Gras (though, we do love that celebration too!) — we’re talking about Butterbeer Season! Yes, this does exist, and each year, we get to see special offerings in the Universal Parks all over the world to celebrate this beloved, iconic drink. If you’re visiting Universal Orlando Resort, Universal Studios Hollywood, or Universal Beijing Resort from March 1st through May 31st (or Universal Studios Japan from April 1st through May 17th), here’s what you can’t miss!
While there are lots of construction and updates happening to the Universal parks in both Orlando and Hollywood, we can’t forget about the new park coming to the United Kingdom!
©Universal | UK Theme Park
Back in April 2025, it was confirmed that a new Universal park would be making its way to the UK, and we’ve been watching for updates ever since. Right in the middle of December 2025, the UK Government officially approved permission for Universal to begin planning for a Universal Destinations and Experiences theme park and resort in Bedford, but that was the last update we heard. That’s all changing now, though, because there’s a new update — a specific utilities group has now been assigned to create new community infrastructure in Bedford for the park!
Universal is opening a new theme park this year! Universal Kids Resort is located in Frisco, a suburb north of Dallas, Texas. It’s aimed at families with young children, but it looks fun for all ages!
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Universal Kids Resort will have seven lands themed after Shrek, SpongeBob, Minions, Trolls, and Jurassic World. We just got an awesome sneak peek of them!
Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry is a wildly popular attraction at Epic Universe. The ride takes you through the Ministry of Magic with magical, omnidirectional lifts that can propel you forwards, backwards, up, down, or sideways.
Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry
The ride is an engineering feat and received critical acclaim – but the guest experience tells a different story. It often breaks down, and guests have reported being stuck for hours or even being injured during these malfunctions.
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