Author: Brian Glenn

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from March 11, 2024, to March 17, 2024. Universal Orlando 2024’s Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval will run daily from February 3 through April 7, 2024. This weekend, there will be 2 concerts. Luis Fonsi will be in concert on Saturday, March 16 & Zedd will be performing on Sunday, March 17. This will be the last round of concerts for this year’s Mardi Gras.  This year’s Mardi Gras parade theme will bring the elements to life in six new, beautifully designed parade floats inspired by…

Universal Orlando has scheduled One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish at Islands of Adventure for refurbishment. The attraction will be closed from April 27, 2024, until May 24, 2024, for maintenance. Please keep in mind that these dates can change. 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 March 4, 2024, to March 10, 2024. Universal Orlando 2024’s Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval will run daily from February 3 through April 7, 2024. This weekend, there will be 2 concerts. Ava Max will be in concert on Saturday, March 9 & Queen Latifah will be performing on Sunday, March 10. 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. Refurbishments Please keep in…

Universal Orlando has shared new details on DreamWorks Land – a new themed environment inspired by DreamWorks Animation’s beloved characters Shrek, Trolls, and Kung Fu Panda. Located in Universal Studios Florida, the expansive area offers fun for the entire family; including a family-friendly coaster, multiple interactive play areas, live entertainment, character meet and greets, and more. Guests will be able to enter “the vivid world and imagination of DreamWorks Animation”, like exploring Shrek’s Swamp just outside of his 35-foot-tall cottage, taking a ride on a the Trollercoaster, interacting with Po in the Panda Village and meeting favorite characters like Gabby…

Universal Orlando has reopened Mel’s Drive-In at Universal Studios Florida with a completely new look and a new menu. Located in the Hollywood section of the park, the restaurant is a throwback to those hipster days of a 1950s drive-in diner – featuring classic diner dishes like burgers, hot dogs, and chicken fingers. The restaurant saw a complete overhaul during its renovation – with new floors, new booths, new decor, and new uniforms for team members. The color palette is fitting for a 50s-era theme – reds and blacks with blue serving as an accent color; with the table tops…

As Universal Studios Hollywood embarks on the 60th anniversary of the world-renowned Studio Tour and the one-year anniversary of Super Nintendo World, the theme park is extending a special offer to prospective Annual and Season Pass Members. Now through April 10, 2024, guests can save up to $50 when purchasing an Annual Pass online. (Save $50 on Platinum Annual Pass, $20 on Gold Annual Pass, $15 on Silver Annual Pass and $10 on California Neighbor Pass.) Current Annual and Season Pass members, who pay in full for their passes, can also continue to enjoy a 15% discount on Annual Pass membership renewals…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from February 26, 2024, to March 3, 2024. Universal Orlando 2024’s Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval will run daily from February 3 through April 7, 2024. This weekend, DJ Khaled will be in concert on Saturday, March 2. 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. Refurbishments Please keep in mind refurbishment dates can change. The Nighttime Lights At Hogwarts Castle is currently on an…

Universal Orlando has temporarily removed 3D from their Skull Island: Reign of Kong attraction in Islands of Adventure. Universal states that the change will last until Saturday, March 9th for testing purposes. During this testing phase, guests will no longer be required to pick up 3D glasses before boarding, and the films will be converted to 2D. This isn’t the first time Universal has removed 3D from an attraction, as it was removed from their Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem attractions in Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Studios Florida in 2019. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news…

Universal Studios Hollywood and Spirit Airlines have joined forces to launch the first-ever Airbus A320neo featuring a Super Nintendo World aircraft wrap, as well as launching a new “Next-Level Flyaway Sweepstakes”. The flight takes to the skies today from Detroit (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL), and the specially-themed aircraft will continue flying to destinations through May 2024. Flight bookings on the specially-themed aircraft are based on the plane’s flying schedule. Spirit Airlines travels to more than 80 destinations and 15 countries in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean. Travelers can experience Spirit’s affordable nonstop flights from 20 U.S. cities…

Laissez les bons temps rouler! It’s Mardi Gras season at Universal Orlando, with the popular Springtime event bringing another year of parade, food, and fun! Taking place daily through April 7, 2024, Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval – features a dazzling Mardi Gras parade, mouthwatering cuisine inspired by global Carnaval celebrations, and, on select nights, live concerts. The event has become one of the most popular events at Universal in recent years – merging the entertainment & parade with an outright food festival and striking the right balance between the two. This year’s Mardi Gras theme is centered around the…