Universal Orlando Shocks Fans With Return of 1990s-Era Experience
Construction Hints as Something Interesting
The candy-colored wonderland of Seuss Landing at Universal Orlando has long been a childhood dreamscape. From whirling music to whimsical rides, it’s a land packed with heart—but not every corner has kept up the pace. Some have fallen quiet… almost forgotten.
But something just changed.
Construction walls have now popped up around a curious corner of the land—one that hasn’t seen regular activity in years. The walls are themed and colorful, sure—but what lies behind them? And why now, after all this time?
Could this be the long-awaited return of a location guests haven’t seen open in nearly five years?
The Mystery of Honk Honkers at Universal Orlando
If you’ve walked through Seuss Landing recently, you might’ve noticed the bright, quirky building near the Lost Continent side of the land—often closed, often overlooked. That’s Honk Honkers, a once-playful treat shop that’s been mostly shuttered for over a decade, only popping up during the holidays to host Grinch photo ops.
Honk Honkers in Seuss Landing is behind construction walls. – @UniversalORL on X
Honk Honkers in Seuss Landing is behind construction walls. @UniversalORL pic.twitter.com/rOEocVgCip
— Inside Universal (@insideuniversal) June 19, 2025
Back in its heyday, Honk Honkers was known for its oversized cotton candy creations. Guests could mix and match flavors like Blue Raspberry or Birthday Cake, and even select from zany stick options like rainbow swirl pops. It was a sugar-lover’s dream—just never quite a reliable one.
Universal tried to revive it briefly in 2017, simplifying the menu in 2019, but by 2020, it closed again and hasn’t reopened since.
So why the sudden flurry of construction now?
Signs Point to Something Bigger
The walls now stretch from the Seuss Landing arch near The Lost Continent all the way to the Trolley Train track overhead. Bold signage featuring the Cat in the Hat reads, “Please pardon our dust – park enhancements in progress.”
That might not sound like much, but paired with other recent changes around Seuss Landing, it hints at something more meaningful.
Over the past two years, this land has quietly been getting a facelift. In 2022, the entrance arch’s top half was removed—and never replaced. In 2023, water features were shut off for refurbishment. Even the Green Eggs and Ham signage has played a disappearing act, returning in late 2024 only to vanish again in early 2025.
Clearly, Universal has been tinkering with Seuss Landing. Could Honk Honkers be the next piece of the puzzle?
A Deeper Look: Why Now?
The timing might not be a coincidence. With Epic Universe racing toward its 2025 opening, Universal is likely shifting resources and attention toward polishing existing park areas. Seuss Landing, a family-focused land, is one of the few original Islands of Adventure zones that hasn’t seen a major upgrade in years.
Bringing back Honk Honkers—or reinventing it entirely—could help balance guest traffic and revitalize interest in the area without needing a complete overhaul.
Plus, with nostalgia running high and social media users constantly searching for hidden gems, a unique snack experience like Honk Honkers could thrive if reimagined properly.
Still No Official Word from Universal Orlando
Universal hasn’t commented on the construction yet. That’s not unusual—they’re known for keeping updates under wraps until they’re ready to make a splash. Still, longtime fans can’t help but get their hopes up. After all, this space has been empty longer than it’s been open.
Could 2025 finally be the year this fan-favorite shop makes its sweet return?
For now, all we have are construction walls, hopeful hearts, and the smell of possibilities.
