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Universal Reportedly Accelerating Plans to Pull Simpsons From Theme Parks

It looks like Universal is getting ready to hand the Simpsons characters over to new owner Disney sooner rather than later...

Opening Date Confirmed For Epic Universe Hotels

The opening date has now been confirmed for two of the Epic Universe hotels...

Universal Kids Resort Set to Open in 2026 With Lands Based on SpongeBob, Shrek, and More

Earlier this year, Universal announced they were trying out a brand new theme park concept and would be bringing a kids-focused park to Frisco, Texas. And now it looks like this new destination finally has a name: Universal Kids Resort!

Trademark Name Filed For New Parade To Replace Popular Superstar Parade At Universal Studios Florida In 2024

Fans of the popular Superstar Parade at Universal Studios Florida will be pleased to hear that a trademark name has been filed for a new parade which is slated to debut in 2024...

Photo Validation Now In Use At Universal's Islands Of Adventure And Universal Studios Florida, Are You Happy About It?

Although Photo Validation is expected at Epic Universe when it opens in 2025, it may be a surprise to hear that it is now is use at both Universal 's Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida, are you happy about it?

5 Rumors About 2024's Halloween Horror Nights We Can't Ignore

Rumors about the return of Jack the Clown, a potential Five Nights at Freddy's house and more for 2024 have already sprung up mere days after the book closed on Halloween Horror Nights 2023...

Universal Monsters Entry Portal Revealed For Epic Universe, The Theming Is Amazing!

We get our first look at the entry portal to the Universal Monsters land at Epic Universe...

Universal Theme Parks Break a Massive Record in 2023

Universal had a record-breaking summer in 2023, with its theme parks continuing to show major growth year over year...

The Epic Hotels That Will Open Alongside Universal Epic Universe

Universal is going all-out with its Epic Universe hotel offerings, including one property that will connect directly to the park!

Everything We Know So Far About Universal Horror Unleashed

Earlier this year, Universal announced that it would be constructing a new year-round Halloween Horror Nights in Las Vegas. And now, that attraction has a name: Universal Horror Unleashed...

3 Exciting New Updates About Universal Epic Universe

Here are 3 exciting new key developments happening at the construction site of Universal Epic Universe that you'll definitely want to know about!

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