Author: Brian Glenn

Universal Orlando Resort has shared more details of two new hotels opening in 2025 alongside Universal Epic Universe – Universal Stella Nova Resort and Universal Terra Luna Resort. The hotels place guests in the center of marvelous galaxies and diverse planetary elements for “an experience unlike anywhere else in the universe”. Universal Stella Nova Resort, opening January 21, 2025, and Universal Terra Luna Resort, opening February 25, 2025, will be brought to life by the award-winning Universal Creative team and co-owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co. Boasting a combined total of 1,500 ultramodern guest rooms, Stella Nova Resort and Terra…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from April 8, 2024, to April 14, 2024. Universal Orlando Universal Orlando will be celebrating “Butterbeer Season”, offering fans and guests a chance to enjoy Butterbeer in all-new ways within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter through April 30, 2024. Refurbishments Please keep in mind refurbishment dates can change. The Nighttime Lights At Hogwarts Castle is currently on an extended closure for “future show enhancements”. No reopening timeframe has been given at this time. Universal Studios Hollywood Universal Studios Hollywood will be celebrating “Butterbeer Season”, offering…

To celebrate the announcement of dates and ticket information for Halloween Horror Nights 33, Universal Orlando has released new Horror Nights merchandise at both parks. Featuring the tagline, “Where Horror Lives”, the new punk-inspired merch line features bright oranges, greens, and pinks. Guests can purchase a t-shirt ($33), a hat ($30), or a tumbler cup ($27). You can find the merchandise at the 5 & Dime at Universal Studios Florida, or the All Hallows’ Eve Boutique at Islands of Adventure. Halloween Horror Nights 33 will take place at Universal Studios Florida from August 30 through November 3, 2024. Tickets are…

Universal Orlando has announced dates for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, taking place from August 30, 2024, through November 3, 2024. Halloween Horror Nights 33 will take place on the following record-breaking 48 nights this fall: August: 30-31 September: 1, 4-8, 11-15, 18-22, 25-29 October: 2-6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-27, 30-31 November: 1-3 This year’s event will feature 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, and live entertainment featuring the top names in horror entertainment. Single-night tickets start at $82.99, with the Express Pass option starting at $129.99 per person. Multi-night tickets, such as the Frequent Fear Pass, are not available at…

Universal Orlando has re-released last year’s popular Dueling Dragons merchandise line from Halloween Horror Nights, removing the event’s branding. The merchandise only features a sweatshirt ($55), a t-shirt ($30), and a poster. It can be found at the Heraldry store in the Lost Continent. It is not known whether Universal plans to release other featured items from last year’s event. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts, and follow along on our forums & discussion boards.

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced new additions, experiences, and more as they prepare to celebrate the Studio Tour’s 60th milestone anniversary, taking place from April 26 through August 11, 2024. Over the span of 60 years, Universal Studios Hollywood has cultivated the Studio Tour into a dynamic world-renowned experience visited by over 200 million guests worldwide. As part of the origins of Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Destinations & Experiences, the Studio Tour is stepping into the spotlight and inviting guests along for the ride as part of this notable celebration. “The Studio Tour paved the way for the development…

Universal Orlando has confirmed that Cinnabon and Quiet Flight, located in Universal Orlando’s CityWalk, will close in April to make way for new experiences. The last day of operation for Quiet Flight is April 14 and the last day of operation for Cinnabon in its current location will be April 28. Per Universal, more details on what will be replacing the locations will be revealed soon. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts, and follow along on our forums & discussion boards.

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from April 1, 2024, to April 7, 2024. Universal Orlando This is the final week for 2024’s Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval, which concludes on April 7, 2024.  This year’s Mardi Gras parade theme will bring the elements to life in six new, beautifully designed parade floats inspired by Earth, wind, fire, water, the sun and the moon. Universal Orlando will be celebrating “Butterbeer Season”, offering fans and guests a chance to enjoy Butterbeer in all-new ways within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter through April 30,…

Universal Orlando has shared the first details on one of the upcoming worlds opening at Epic Universe in 2025 – How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk. How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk will be one of the five worlds featured at the all-new theme park; and will allow guests the chance to soar with dragons based on the wildly popular How to Train Your Dragon film franchise. Guests will see what it’s like to live amongst dragons as they explore a larger-than-life world that includes exciting attractions, beloved character meet-and-greets, dining, shopping – and even…

Universal Studios Hollywood has opened Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream counter within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The location officially opens on Friday, March 29, but currently operates under a “soft opening”. The all-new venue, located in Honeydukes, features 10 decadent and savory soft serve ice cream flavors, including Butterbeer, Banana, Chocolate, Mint, Orange, Vanilla, Toffee Nut, Granny Smith Apple, Pistachio and Toffee Apple, served in a cup, waffle cone, or souvenir cup. Right now, Universal Studios Hollywood is celebrating Butterbeer Season through April 30, 2024. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts…