Author: Brian Glenn

The Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop has officially closed at Universal Studios Florida. Per Universal, the store will close “to make way for a new retail experience” and “more details will be shared in the months ahead.” All of the “Prop Shop” signage has been removed, and the doors and windows have been covered to block anyone from looking inside. Located in Hollywood, the Prop Shop featured an assortment of items – including set pieces used in the parks, especially after an attraction’s closure. Recently, the store was packed with several Shrek 4D props for sale. During its final few…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that all tickets for Halloween Horror Nights 2022 are now on sale. Guests can choose from a variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options, including General Admission ($72 – $102), Universal Express, After 2pm Day/Night ($112 – $154), the premium R.I.P. Tour ($319 – $449) and popular passes, Frequent Fear ($199) and Ultimate Fear ($329), which allow guests to experience the scares again and again. Tickets purchased online or at the Universal Studios Hollywood front gate provide guests with early event admission and access to select houses, beginning at 6 pm each night of Halloween Horror Nights (subject to…

Universal has announced Horrors of Blumhouse, featuring the films Freaky and The Black Phone, will be featured as a haunted house at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights in Hollywood and Orlando. “The Horrors of Blumhouse” will transport guests into an alternate dimension where the scares are real and the stakes are life or death. In The Black Phone, which hits theatres June 24, “The Grabber” is a demented magician best known for his sinister trick of making people disappear – permanently. Guests will find themselves trapped in his “fun” house where the sound of ghostly voices whisper hints on how to escape,…

Universal Orlando has confirmed that the Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop at Universal Studios Florida will permanently close on June 26, 2022. Per Universal, the store will close “to make way for a new retail experience” and “more details will be shared in the months ahead.” Located in Hollywood, the Prop Shop featured an assortment of items – including set pieces used in the parks, especially after an attraction’s closure. Recently, the store was packed with several Shrek 4D props for sale. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest news & info on Universal Parks & Resorts.

Universal Orlando has announced dates for 2022’s Passholder Appreciation Days – taking place from August 15 thru September 30, 2022. No details have been shared just yet and will be announced at a later time. 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 on Universal Parks & Resorts.

Universal Parks announced their plans to celebrate the 4th of July at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando. Universal Studios Hollywood Universal Studios Hollywood celebrates the 4th of July by extending its Independence Day festivities throughout the weekend from Saturday, July 2 – Monday, July 4, featuring nightly fireworks displays, live music performances, specially themed décor, and more, all included in the price of admission to the theme park. From the moment guests walk along the iconic red carpet and enter the theme park, they will be immersed in July 4th festivities from themed décor to the sounds of a fife and…

Minions are invading the theme parks as Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando prepare for the theatrical release of Illumination and Universal Picture’s newest film, Minions: The Rise of Gru, on July 1. Over in Universal Studios Hollywood, guests can pick up limited-edition Verdy x Minion merchandise. The collection features a variety of apparel consisting of graphic t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, hats, and a jacket. Verdy’s signature character, Vick, can be seen alongside Minion’s newest character, Otto, on keychains along with pins, and a skate deck as well. From Monday, June 27 through Sunday, July 17, mischievous Minions will take center stage at…

Philly Brisket is out; Carnitas are in! Universal Orlando has tweaked the menu at Green Eggs and Ham Cafe inside Seuss Landing, adding 2 new items while dropping the Philly Brisket Tot plate. The new additions are: Carnitas Tots – $10.99 Roasted pork, jalapenos, tomato salsa, scallions, lime crema, and white cheese sauce over tater tots. Vegan Pizza Tots – $10.49 Plant-based pepperoni, sausage, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese over tater tots. During our visit, we tried the Carnitas Tots and found them to be a much better addition than the Philly Brisket. The taste definitely had a “nacho” vibe, just with tots instead of…

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the return of the Special Effects Show. The show had remained closed due to the pandemic, despite the park’s reopening last April. The Special Effects show will run daily from Friday, July 1 through Sunday, August 14, then weekends only, beginning Saturday, August 20. Located in the Upper Lot, the show features stunts, practical effects, and cutting-edge technology that takes guests behind the scenes of some of the most popular Universal Blockbusters. Stay tuned to Inside Universal for all the latest on Universal Parks & Resorts.

Universal Studios Singapore’s Halloween Horror Nights will return this year for its 10th edition after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Guests can experience never-before-seen haunted houses, scare zones, laser tag, a dining experience, and a behind-the-scenes tour. To mark the iconic event’s 10th edition, for the first time ever, Universal Studios Singapore’s Halloween Horror Nights will run across 19 event nights on select nights, from September 30 to November 5, 2022. More details and ticketing information will be revealed closer to the start date. Halloween Horror Nights are also looking for talented scareactors to bring the event to…