Universal
News and updates from one of Disney’s largest competitors, Universal.
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Aug- 2025 -5 August
Fan-Favorite Universal Ride to Shut Down Just Days After Rip Ride RockIt News
Universal Orlando fans barely had time to process the news about Hollywood Rip Ride RockIt’s permanent closure before another closure…
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5 August
Universal Studios Just Made a Big Change To Ride Safety
A surprising change has been made to an iconic Florida theme park ride. Related: Disney Announces Massive Benefit to Guests,…
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5 August
Universal Orlando Quietly Made Disney-Like Changes—Here’s What’s Different
Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World have always been in a race to wow guests. Every new ride, themed…
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4 August
Epic Universe Suffers Structural Damage, Areas Closed Just Months After Opening
After years of buildup and a $17 billion investment, Universal’s Epic Universe officially opened in May 2025. Guests couldn’t wait…
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4 August
Universal Just Raised the Bar—How Should Disney Respond?
Walt Disney World has long been the gold standard in themed entertainment, with storytelling, nostalgia, and innovation woven into every…
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2 August
Countdown Begins: Popular Universal Coaster Closing in Days
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit has been part of the Universal Studios Florida skyline since 2009, recognizable for its towering vertical…
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2 August
Universal Brings New Life to ‘Jurassic Park’ at Islands of Adventure”
Universal unveiled a new addition to Jurassic Park at Islands of Adventure! Universal Would Like To Introduce You To… The…
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2 August
450-Minute Wait Shocks Universal Guests as Brutal Heat Wave Roasts Florida
A Universal attraction reached a 450-minute wait time during one of the most brutal heat waves ever, as an excessive…
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1 August
Evacuation Panic as Universal Ride Stops While Guests Are Suspended in the Air
Theme parks are full of surprises—but not all of them are the kind guests hope for. Guests expect thrills, laughs,…
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Jul- 2025 -31 July
Epic Universe Numbers Are Finally In—and Universal Didn’t Expect This
A wave of excitement swept through Orlando this summer as Universal opened the gates to its most ambitious project yet:…
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31 July
It’s Happening: 5 Universal Orlando Rides About to Vanish Forever
Something’s in the air at Universal Orlando Resort—and no, it’s not just the roar of VelociCoaster. As new lands rise…
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30 July
Harry Potter’ Ride Halted as Tree Goes Up in Flames at Universal
It was supposed to be a normal summer night in the Wizarding World—wands waving, Butterbeer flowing, and Hogwarts towering overhead.…
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30 July
After a Year of Rumors, Universal Just Quietly Confirmed Its ‘Wicked’ Theme Park
Long before Cynthia Erivo defied gravity on the big screen, Wicked had already soared into pop culture. The Broadway sensation…
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30 July
Universal Orlando’s $100 Million Mystery Event Could Be Their Biggest Yet
Universal Orlando Resort has been building anticipation for what it’s calling a “massive” upcoming announcement. And the number tied to…
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29 July
Universal Guest Suffers Chest Injury Following Ride Experience
A guest was struck in the chest with a mysterious object after riding a popular Universal ride. Guest Hit in…
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29 July
Jurassic Meltdown: Mom Picks the Worst Ride Ever for Her Terrified Toddler
Every theme park parent has been there—your kid is losing it, and you’re desperate to turn the day around. You’re…
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28 July
Universal Guests Stunned as Ride Line Extends Beyond Epic Universe – What the Heck’s Going On?
Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort has garnered significant attention as one of the most anticipated theme park openings in…
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28 July
Jurassic Park’s Rumored GB Experience Will Mirror the 1993 Film’s T-Rex Breakout
Universal Studios Great Britain’s rumored Jurassic Park land might just have a secret weapon: the U.K.’s notoriously rainy weather. While…
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26 July
Universal’s 2025 Halloween Horror Nights Might Actually Be Too Scary for Adults
Every year, Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort brings the terror. But in 2025, some guests can’t help but…
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26 July
New James Bond Era Could See THIRD Actor Cast (Two Are Confirmed)
The James Bond franchise is undergoing a major evolution, with not one, but potentially three new interpretations of the iconic…
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