Author: Brian Glenn

Guests can enjoy the holidays at Knott’s Merry Farm beginning November 18 and extending through January 8. Every year during the joyous season, the park undergoes a complete transformation into a dazzling winter wonderland featuring a landscape of thousands of twinkling lights, miles of beautiful garland and a variety of picturesque settings. A variety of new shows are in store this year to celebrate the merriest season of all. The beloved ice show is reimagined for the 40th anniversary of Snoopy on Ice. Snoopy’s Night Before Christmas will have all of the aspects that guests have come to love from the ice show, with special technological additions to…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that Animal Actors, the Special Effects Show, and the Production Central store will be permanently closing on January 8, 2023. No details have been given other than the area is closing to make way for a “future attraction”. In a press release, Universal Studios Hollywood states they are “setting the stage for the next chapter in its development” and there will be “more to come in the months ahead.” Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest on Universal Parks & Resorts.

Due to the looming threat of Tropical Storm Nicole, Universal Orlando has announced operational changes and closures for Wednesday and Thursday. The Resort, including CityWalk, will be closing at 5pm on Wednesday, November 9 and will assess the storm’s aftermath for Thursday, November 10, anticipating delayed or phased reopenings. Volcano Bay was already closed today due to the weather. Per Universal, on-site hotels will remain operational to focus on taking care of their on-site guests As much as we love theme parks – safety is always the priority. Whether or not Universal Orlando, or any theme park, remains open should…

Bone Chillin’, the refreshment stand that was located just outside the old Monsters Cafe building, has officially closed. The stand served standard snacks and soft drinks but was noted for featuring 3 large statues from Universal’s Classic Monster films – Gillman aka the Creature from the Black Lagoon, The Wolfman, and Frankenstein’s Monster. Universal has yet to announce the replacement other than it being “a new dining experience”. Of course, all rumors point to a Despicable Me-inspired restaurant as the construction walls are full of Minions. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest on Universal Park & Resorts.

The Holidays at Universal Orlando are starting this Saturday, November 12, featuring an incredible collection of festivities inspired by pop culture’s most beloved stories and characters, including Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas, Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s and more. Today, Universal gave the first-look sneak peek at some of the holiday-inspired menu offerings that will be available, as well as some information on the all-new Holiday Tribute Store that will feature unique merchandise inspired by Dr. Seuss’s The Grinch, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal’s very own Earl the Squirrel, and more. Some of the tasty treats…

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from November 7, 2022, to November 13, 2022. Universal Orlando Subtropical Storm Nicole has formed in the Atlantic and is forecasted to impact Central Florida later this week. No announcement has been made by Universal Orlando at this time about any changes to their operating schedule. The Holidays at Universal Orlando begin this Saturday, November 12, and running daily through January 1, 2023. Guests can experience Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, and Grinchmas. For more information on this year’s event,…

The door has closed on another year of Horror Nights, and with that comes the start of the frenzy of speculation for the following year. In an unprecedented move, Universal has already announced the first bit of news as Halloween Horror Nights 2022 was set to end – as they revealed Chucky will be featured in a haunted house at Halloween Horror Nights 2023. So that’s 1. What about the other houses? Over the course of the next year, fans will try to connect any possible dot, comb over every tweet from Universal and its creators, and search all nooks…

Universal Studios Hollywood has confirmed reservations will be required for guests when Super Nintendo World opens in early 2023. In an email sent out to Universal Studios Hollywood Platinum Passholders, the email explains the “After 3 pm Express” benefit will not be valid for Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge when the ride opens next year. Instead, Platinum Passholders will now have a “one-time reservation-free entry after 3 pm per day” added to their benefits while specifically stating “reservations are required to enter the land.” The changes to the terms and conditions officially take effect beginning December 2, 2022. As we do not…

Universal Orlando has announced that most of the Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone area will close at the start of 2023. DreamWorks Destination, Woody Woodpecker’s Nuthouse Coaster, Fievel’s Playground, Curious George Goes to Town, and the new Shrek Meet & Greet will close on Jan 15, 2023. The E.T. Adventure, Animal Actors on Location!, Spongebob StorePants, and KidZone Pizza Company will remain open. Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone featured attractions aimed at families with young children. Universal hasn’t outright stated what the replacement will be other than the new area will “immerse guests in the adventures of beloved animated adventures”, which could mean an…

Chucky is coming to Halloween Horror Nights! Universal Parks just announced Orlando and Hollywood will feature a haunted house inspired by the USA & SYFY hit series, “Chucky”, at the 2023 event. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dV6UsUu5W80 No other information, including dates, have been announced. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest on Halloween Horror Nights.