Universal Theme Parks Archives - Inside the Magic

Skip to content

YouTube
Facebook
Twitter
Search

Theme Parks
Entertainment
- Star Wars
- Marvel
- Pixar
- Harry Potter
- Avatar
- Sports
- Video Games
Featured
Disney Jeopardy!
Discussion Forum
Win $100

Latest in Universal Theme Parks

Universal Theme Parks RSS Feed

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

Massive Undercover Police Operation Reported at Universal Studios Florida

By Emmanuel Detres

An iconic blue and silver Universal Studios globe on a sunny day, juxtaposed with a hauntingly lit, decorated pumpkin showcasing Halloween Horror Nights festivities.

First Adults-Only Halloween Experience Coming to Universal Orlando in 2025

By Emmanuel Detres

Close-up of the entrance sign for Universal Epic Universe

Universal Orlando Resort-Wide Overhaul Confirmed by CEO in Stunning Announcement

By Emmanuel Detres

Universal Studios Hollywood entrance with red carpet

Universal Studios Prepares for Its Largest Expansion Since 1964

By Emmanuel Detres

More From Universal Theme Parks

The image is split into two parts: on the left, a group of professionals in construction attire discuss blueprints; on the right, the iconic Universal globe from Universal Orlando's theme park is prominently displayed against a clear blue sky at Universal Orlando Resort.

Goodbye to E.T. And Jurassic Park: Universal Orlando Closing Opening Day Rides in 2026

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 28, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Two people who look easily spooked stand in a narrow, brick-walled hallway filled with eerie green light. “Halloween Horror Nights” appears in bold white text at the top left corner.

House Closure and Incident Plagues Halloween Horror Nights Team Member Preview Night

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Aerial view of Universal Orlando, a large theme park featuring various attractions, rides, and roller coasters, surrounded by bodies of water. The park is adjacent to a sprawling urban area with numerous buildings, roads, and parking lots. The sky is overcast inside of Universal Studios Florida.

Universal Orlando Confirms Removal of Beloved Landmark After Decade-Long Run

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 26, 2025August 27, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Aerial view of a large Universal theme park, featuring various buildings, attractions, roller coasters, and a central water feature. Surrounding the park are roads, parking lots, and greenery. Visitors are visible walking along pathways inside the park at Universal Orlando.

Universal Orlando Brings Back Popular Scenic Route After Indefinite Shutdown

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

The entrance to universal studios, featuring a large archway with the park's name prominently displayed, under a cloudy sky with surrounding buildings.

Universal Rocks Halloween Horror Nights With Unbelievable New Update

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A photo of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida.

Universal Orlando Issues Final Notice: Beloved Coaster Closing in 48 Hours

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 16, 2025August 16, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A wide view of Universal CityWalk during the day at Universal Orlando Resort.

Shocking Bodycam Video Shows Father Taken Away in Handcuffs at Universal Orlando

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 13, 2025August 13, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A large rotating globe with the word "Universal" prominently displayed stands as the iconic entrance landmark for Universal Land. It is surrounded by lush greenery, mist, and white fences, with palm trees and park attractions visible in the background.

Universal Drops Bombshell News Ahead of 6-Month Complete Theme Park Closure

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 12, 2025August 13, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd posing for photos for the Universal Studios film "Back to the Future."

‘Back to the Future’ Rumored for Huge Comeback at Universal as Notorious Ride Faces Shutdown

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 6, 2025August 7, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Aerial view of Universal Orlando, a large theme park featuring various attractions, rides, and roller coasters, surrounded by bodies of water. The park is adjacent to a sprawling urban area with numerous buildings, roads, and parking lots. The sky is overcast inside of Universal Studios Florida.

13.4-Hour Wait Time Shatters Records at Universal Theme Park

in Uncategorized

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Close-up of the entrance sign for Universal Epic Universe

The Results Are In: Epic Universe Report Shocks Executives

in Universal Orlando

Posted on July 31, 2025July 31, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

The image is split in two: the left side shows black smoke rising behind a green-domed building; the right side shows a Viking-themed water ride with dragon statues and a blue sky at Epic Universe.

DEVASTATING UPDATE: Flames Tear Through Epic Universe Transit Fleet—Ashes All That Remain

in Universal Orlando

Posted on July 25, 2025July 26, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Close-up of the entrance sign for Universal Epic Universe

Universal Just Leaked the Blueprint for the Future—and Epic Universe Is Ground Zero

in Universal Orlando

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A wide shot of the Hulk Coaster and Suess Landing inside of Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort

Entrance Denied: Universal Quietly Seals Off Part of Islands of Adventure

in Universal Orlando

Posted on July 22, 2025July 24, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A grand, brightly lit building with domes and columns stands at night, as lightning illuminates the sky above. Water fountains in the foreground reflect the building’s lights at Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort.

Epic Universe Closes Down All Outdoor Rides and Broadcasts Warning Throughout Park

in Universal Orlando

Posted on July 19, 2025July 20, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Crowd of people at an amusement park entrance with a large globe sculpture labeled "Universal" overhead, surrounded by colorful buildings and palm trees within Universal Studios Hollywood with the Jurassic World ride close by at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Watch: Firefighters Rush In During Universal Studios Ride Evacuation

in Universal Studios Hollywood

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Left: The Universal Studios globe fountain with “UNIVERSAL” in large letters. Right: A U.S. Department of Homeland Security flag waving against a bright, cloudy sky as ICE agents at Universal Orlando.

Increased Federal Presence at Universal Orlando Raises Guest Questions

in Universal Orlando

Posted on July 12, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Concept art for Universal Studios Great Britain

‘This Is My House’ Small Group of Neighbors Are Blocking Universal’s Latest Expansion Project

in Theme Parks, Universal Studios

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Rick Lye

Entrance to Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida

Explosives Removed From Epic Universe, Official New Universal Documents Reveal

in Uncategorized

Posted on July 10, 2025July 10, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Four young people stand close together, smiling and talking under colorful string lights at night in an outdoor urban setting—like a beginner’s guide to fun before braving Halloween Horror Nights. The festive atmosphere buzzes with anticipation for the easily spooked at Universal Studios.

Funerals To Be Planned at Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando This Year With Latest Announcement

in Universal Orlando

Posted on June 26, 2025June 27, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

An illustrated aerial view of a Universal theme park with a large Texas state flag in the foreground, prominently centered over the brightly lit park area inside of Texas.

Universal Relocates Beyond Orlando, Settles in Conservative Market

in Universal Studios

Posted on June 19, 2025June 19, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

An iconic blue and silver Universal Studios globe on a sunny day, juxtaposed with a hauntingly lit, decorated pumpkin showcasing Halloween Horror Nights festivities.

Hope Returns to Halloween Horror Nights Fans After New Rumor

in Universal Orlando

Posted on June 18, 2025June 19, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A close-up of a classic black muscle car with a supercharger protruding from the hood. Headlights are on, and large white numbers "2026" are overlaid at the bottom of the image at Universal Studios Hollywood..

Universal Studios Leaves Disney in the Dust With Latest Major Ride Announcement

in Universal Studios Hollywood

Posted on June 12, 2025June 13, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Is Universal Studios Planning To Build a ‘Ghostbusters’ Roller Coaster? New Information Comes To Light

in Universal Orlando

Posted on June 6, 2025June 6, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A split image showing Universal Studios Florida entrance at night illuminated in pink lights, and a yellow "under construction" sign on the right, with a clear sky in the background at Halloween Horror Nights.

Halloween Horror Nights Raises Event Cost While Revealing Something New and Exciting

in Universal Orlando

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Crowd of people at an amusement park entrance with a large globe sculpture labeled "Universal" overhead, surrounded by colorful buildings and palm trees within Universal Studios Hollywood with the Jurassic World ride close by at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Universal Shuts Down Epic Universe Location

in Universal Studios Hollywood

Posted on June 3, 2025June 4, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

The loop of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida at nighttime.

Universal Studios Florida Signals the End of an Icon as Construction Walls Block Guests

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 29, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

The Universal globe next to guests riding on the Harry Potter attraction, Hagrid's, inside Islands of Adventure.

Universal Orlando Resort’s ‘Harry Potter’ Coaster Rumored for Major Transformation

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 28, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Aerial view of Universal Orlando, a large theme park featuring various attractions, rides, and roller coasters, surrounded by bodies of water. The park is adjacent to a sprawling urban area with numerous buildings, roads, and parking lots. The sky is overcast inside of Universal Studios Florida.

Universal Studios Florida Sidelined by Epic Universe: Two New Experiences Open Silently

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 22, 2025May 22, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A collage featuring a vampire with pale skin and sharp teeth on the left, a map of Orlando with a red pushpin marking Universal in the center, and Mickey Mouse at Disney World peeking from behind a door on the right as Disney World Universal and Epic Universe prepare for record-setting Memorial Day weekend crowds in 2025.

Epic Universe Sends Shockwaves as Disney World Reveals Unexpected News

in Walt Disney World

Posted on May 22, 2025May 22, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis waves in the foreground, with a fantasy-style theme park entrance and groups of people in the background under a dramatic orange sky inside of Universal Epic Universe.

DeSantis Cuts Ties With Disney, Surprises Millions With Epic Universe Stunt

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Mickey Mouse in a tuxedo with red shorts stands on the left, evoking a Disney World charm. A large warning sign takes center stage, while the Universal Orlando Resort globe structure emblazoned with "Universal" sits on the right, all set against a vibrant blue sky. Florida Climate Crisis Activates Extreme Risk Alert for Disney World, Universal Orlando

National Alert: Disney World, Universal and Epic Universe To See Landmark Packed Conditions

in Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando

Posted on May 20, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Dolores Umbridge from 'The Battle at the Ministry' ride (L) / A generic crowd photo of Universal Epic Universe guests waiting in line for this Harry Potter attraction.

Epic Universe Attraction Wait-Time Surpasses Every ‘Harry Potter’ Film Runtime

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 17, 2025May 18, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

The five portal towers at Universal Epic Universe

With Big News From Epic Universe, Universal Forces Disney To Rethink the Future of Fun

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 16, 2025May 16, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

The Grand Helios Hotel at Universal Orlando Epic Universe

New Epic Universe Hotel Suites Flood, Guests Offered Gift Cards

in Theme Parks, Universal Orlando, Featured, Hotel, Universal Studios

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Krysten Swensen

At Universal Orlando Resort, the iconic globe stands at the center, with Harry Potter on the left and Super Mario alongside other colorful characters on the right.

Universal Orlando Issues Sudden Ban on Major Guest Activity—New Rules Start Now

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 15, 2025May 15, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Aerial view of Universal Orlando, a large theme park featuring various attractions, rides, and roller coasters, surrounded by bodies of water. The park is adjacent to a sprawling urban area with numerous buildings, roads, and parking lots. The sky is overcast inside of Universal Studios Florida.

Universal Orlando Quietly Begins New Policy: Valid ID Now Required To Get in Line for Attractions

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

At Universal Orlando Resort, the iconic globe stands at the center, with Harry Potter on the left and Super Mario alongside other colorful characters on the right.

Status Update: Will Universal Studios Dubai Move Ahead After Disney Drops Bombshell of Disneyland Abu Dhabi?

in Theme Parks, Disneyland Abu Dhabi

Posted on May 13, 2025May 14, 2025 by Chloe James

The five portal towers at Universal Epic Universe

A Dream Delayed: Universal Guests Walk Out as Epic Universe Stumbles in Final Countdown

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

Crowd of people at an amusement park entrance with a large globe sculpture labeled "Universal" overhead, surrounded by colorful buildings and palm trees within Universal Studios Hollywood with the Jurassic World ride close by at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Universal Studios Hollywood Drops Massive Summer Reveal—And More Is Coming

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

At Universal Orlando Resort, the iconic globe stands at the center, with Harry Potter on the left and Super Mario alongside other colorful characters on the right.

Guests Left Stunned as Universal Orlando Resort Pulls off Surprise Expansion Ahead of Epic Universe Opening

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

The five portal towers at Universal Epic Universe

Epic Universe Suffers Unfavorable Setback Just 2 Weeks Before Its Opening Day

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 7, 2025May 8, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

The entrance to Universal Orlando Resort's Universal Studios Florida

Universal Studios Florida Dumps Tribute Store for Private Retail Experience

in Universal Orlando

Posted on May 7, 2025June 2, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A large globe sculpture with the word "UNIVERSAL" in bold, illuminated letters encircles it at Universal Studios theme park. The globe appears textured with landmasses and is surrounded by mist, with various park structures and palm trees visible in the background.

Weeks Before Epic Universe Opens, Reports Suggest Universal Has Bigger Expansion Plans

in Theme Parks, Universal Studios

Posted on May 4, 2025May 5, 2025 by Rick Lye

Eddie Redmayne as New Scamander (L) and the original Harry Potter trio (R) inside the Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe inside Universal Orlando Resort, with new Universal Epic Universe news coming out.

Important Universal Epic Universe News: Guest Warnings Issued for 2 Major Rides

in Universal Orlando

Posted on April 29, 2025April 30, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

A wide view of Universal CityWalk during the day at Universal Orlando Resort.

Orlando Police Give Update on Missing Teen at Universal Orlando Resort

in Universal Orlando

Posted on April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 by Emmanuel Detres

1
2
3
…
7
Next →

Inside the Magic: Your Ultimate Source for Themed Entertainment Coverage

Inside the Magic is the world’s largest website for fans of Disney World, Disneyland, Marvel, and Star Wars.

Founded in 2005, Inside the Magic has evolved from a small central Florida-based website and weekly podcast into the comprehensive multimedia experience it is today. We focus on bringing you all things fun so you can plan your theme park vacation, enjoy Disney at home, and more.

© 2005–2024 JAK Schmidt, Inc. All rights reserved.

YouTube
Facebook
Twitter

ABOUT

CONTACT US | ADVERTISE ON ITM

PRIVACY POLICY & TERMS OF SERVICE

By using this site you agree to our privacy policy. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached, or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Inside the Magic.