Author: Brian Glenn

Universal Orlando has closed Mel’s Drive-In Restaurant at Universal Studios Florida for refurbishment. No timeframe has been given for the refurbishment. Located in Hollywood, the American Graffiti-inspired 50s drive-in serves burgers and fries, chicken sandwiches, chicken fingers, onion rings, root beer floats, and milkshakes. 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 June 26, 2023, to July 2, 2023. Universal Orlando Minion Cafe and Minion Land  – which includes Bake My Day, Illumination Theater Meet & Greet, and Freeze Ray Pops – has officially soft opened! A soft opening is a technical rehearsal where all the major components are operational but some tweaks, changes, and updates will occur prior to the grand opening. Operating hours can vary, and an opening is not guaranteed until the area officially opens – which hasn’t been announced yet. Villain-Con Minion Blast…

Universal Studios Hollywood celebrates Independence Day with its annual dazzling display of 4th of July fireworks, live music, themed décor, and more. All festivities are included in the price of theme park admission. Throughout the day, guests can experience Universal Studios Hollywood’s slate of award-winning rides and attractions while enjoying the rhythmic beats of a fife and drum band along with festive décor throughout the theme park. At 9:00 p.m., the festivities will ramp up as colorful fireworks illuminate the nighttime sky to the tune of familiar Universal-themed music and patriotic favorites. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest…

Universal Orlando has announced dates for 2023’s Passholder Appreciation Days – taking place from August 15 thru September 30, 2023. No details have been shared just yet and will be announced at a later time. https://twitter.com/UniversalORL/status/1671873305823834114?s=20 Passholder Appreciation Days is a celebration of Universal’s Passholders, where they are given extra perks and benefits – including dedicated entrances and lines, exclusive menu items and merchandise, and extra savings. 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 June 19, 2023, to June 26, 2023. Universal Orlando Minion Cafe and Minion Land  – which includes Bake My Day, Illumination Theater Meet & Greet, and Freeze Ray Pops – has officially soft opened! A soft opening is a technical rehearsal where all the major components are operational but some tweaks, changes, and updates will occur prior to the grand opening. Operating hours can vary, and an opening is not guaranteed until the area officially opens – which hasn’t been announced yet. Villain-Con Minion Blast…

MonsterGram Pictures Studios has arrived at the All Hallows’ Eve Boutique in Universal Islands of Adventure for the Summer. The store now features the iconic Universal Classic Monsters, who are all on set to film “Revenge of the Red Planet”. https://youtu.be/C3cjTrCpIic The year-round Halloween store is located in The Lost Continent and features Halloween merchandise, including preview merchandise for Halloween Horror Nights. The store rotates its theme seasonally. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news on Universal Parks & Resorts and follow along on our forums & discussion boards.

Universal Orlando has released the full menu & prices for their upcoming Minion Cafe, opening in Minion Land this Summer. Universal states that Cafe will be an “immersive dining experience” – featuring three themed areas designed after beloved Minions Kevin, Stuart, Bob, and Otto. The Minion Cafe will also feature an express window with a limited menu for guests looking to grab and go. Here’s a look at the menu, with prices and description. Despica-Bowls Kevin’s Chopa Chopa Salad – $14.99 purple cabbage and arugula, tomatoes, cucumber, edamame, crispy pork belly, pulled rotisserie chicken, green plantain chips and a mustard ale vinaigrette El…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced dates for Halloween Horror Nights, taking place on select nights between September 7 through October 31, 2023. This year, the event will feature 8 haunted houses, including the recently-announced – The Last of Us, the Terror Tram, scare zones, a live show, and of course, the chance to ride some of Universal’s awesome attractions. Universal Studios Hollywood offers a variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options, including General Admission, Universal Express, After 2 P.M. Day/Night, the new Early Access Ticket, which provides access to select haunted houses prior to the scheduled event opening (starting at…

Universal Parks has announced that Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando and Hollywood will feature a haunted house based on Naughty Dog’s popular video game – The Last of Us. Set in a ravaged civilization, where Infected and hardened survivors run rampant, Naughty Dog and PlayStation’s “The Last of Us” video game, which celebrates its 10thanniversary this year, has captivated audiences since its release. And now, guests can immerse themselves in a real-life experience that puts them directly into the game’s frightening world. “The Last of Us” haunted houses on both coasts will propel guests into a world of carnage and…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from June 12, 2023, to June 18, 2023. Universal Orlando Universal Orlando Resort is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the film, Jurassic Park, with a Jurassic June celebration; featuring special, limited-time experiences – including the Jurassic Park Tribute Store, which is currently open, and Jurassic-Themed Menu Items, which will be available starting June 1. 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…