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The iconic Universal Studios globe with a bold "no entry" sign blocking the main entrance at Universal Orlando Resort as a new ban policy is now in place. Florida Legislation.

Theme Park Entry Denied as Universal Orlando Suffers Technical Outage

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Universal Studios Japan icon at the Park entrance. Universal Studios shutdown experience.

Immediate Emergency Leads to a Universal Studios Shutdown Mid-Performance

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(On the left: Dr. Oddfellow) in the middle is the Halloween Horror Nights 35 logo, which takes places on select nights from August 29 through November 1, 2026. (On the right: Jack the Clown).

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Posted on March 26, 2026March 27, 2026 by Erica Lauren 19 Comments
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Universal Dismisses Indefinite Closure of Epic Universe Roller Coaster Without Notice

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The iconic Universal Studios globe with a bold "no entry" sign blocking the main entrance at Universal Orlando Resort as a new ban policy is now in place. Florida Legislation.

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A split image shows the Universal Studios globe sculpture on the left and several police cars with flashing lights on the right. Universal Orlando CityWalk incident

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Two images side by side: One shows a happy family at Universal Studios Orlando in front of the Universal globe; the other features a woman and a girl with a pink balloon and Mickey ears near the Disney World castle. Both scenes are bright and cheerful. Universal Annual Pass discount

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A surprised guest poses in front of the iconic Universal Studios Hollywood globe, ready for adventure on a bright, sunny day as an iconic closure takes place. Universal Studios Hollywood Spring Break crowds

After East Coast Park Closure, Universal Locks Down West Coast Park Ahead of First Major Travel Surge

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Universal Orlando Pulls the Plug on Original Year-Round HHN Location After 27 Years

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The iconic Universal Studios globe next to an ambulance with its doors open and an empty stretcher, ready for any adventure. Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift roller coaster opening summer 2026.

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Universal Orlando Makes Big Announcement Following Sudden Epic Universe Land Closure

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The iconic Universal Studios globe with a bold "no entry" sign blocking the main entrance at Universal Orlando Resort as a new ban policy is now in place. Florida Legislation.

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