Universal Orlando Team Members Volunteer at Sunshine Foundation Dream Village
Team Members from Universal Orlando Resort recently joined forces with the Sunshine Foundation to refresh and beautify the Dream Village in Polk County. Sunshine Foundation is a non-profit wish granting organization dedicated to answering dreams of children with lifelong chronic illnesses and conditions. Led by members of Universal's Technical Services team, volunteers helped paint cottages, remodel the miniature golf course, update signage and tackle various other projects to enhance the dream
The Future of Seminole County's Cities is Bright!
On October 17, the Seminole County Chamber held its annual Mayors' Update, giving a great update from each of our seven cities. A wide range of topics were discussed, from monorails to redevelopment and taxes to boardwalks. Each of our cities has something spectacular coming soon that residents should truly look forward to improving the quality of life. With the recent hurricanes, each city official gave an update on the impact of Milton and, thankfully, no one reported any significant issues. The
Universal Orlando Resort’s Much-Anticipated New Theme Park, Universal Epic Universe, Officially Opens on May 22, 2025
Orlando, Fla. (Oct. 17, 2024) – The countdown to Epic has officially begun! Universal Orlando Resort’s highly anticipated fourth theme park – Universal Epic Universe – will officially open on May 22, 2025, unlocking the portals to five astounding worlds that will bring to life extraordinary adventures that go beyond guests’ wildest imaginations. Universal Epic Universe is the most ambitious theme park Universal Destinations and Experiences has ever created and will be the next gamechanger for theme park
Wicked, the Upcoming Cinematic Event Comes to Life with Inspiring Experiential, Retail and Dining Opportunities at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, Beginning in Late October
Universal City, Calif. and Orlando, Fla. (Sept. 10, 2024) – This October, Universal Destinations & Experiences theme parks—Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort—invite guests to defy gravity with a variety of all-new immersive experiences and exclusive merchandise inspired by Wicked, Universal Pictures’ highly-anticipated film, in theaters November 22. The engaging Wicked experiences will differ at each of the destinations but are both designed to capture the imagination and spirit of
Universal Orlando Resort Shares First-Ever Details About Universal Helios Grand Hotel, A Loews Hotel – A Majestic Mediterranean-Inspired Escape Located At Universal Epic Universe, Opening In 2025
Orlando, Fla. (August 22, 2024) – Today, Universal Orlando Resort shares brilliant new details about Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel – a spectacular 500-room resort located at the much-anticipated Universal Epic Universe theme park opening in 2025. Brought to life by the award-winning Universal Creative team and co-owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co, Universal Helios Grand Hotel is a majestic Mediterranean-inspired escape rising above the lush gardens and scenic waters of Celestial Park at
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Universal Orlando Team Members Help Support Central Florida Students
Team Members from across Universal Orlando Resort came together to help fill more than 21,000 backpacks with school supplies for students in Central Florida. The Great Big Backpack Build, an annual fundraising event hosted by A Gift for Teaching, connects students in need with supplies ahead of the new school year. Universal Orlando has supported A Gift for Teaching's mission to provide educational resources that empower teachers for more than 25 years. Explore the full impact of The Great Big Backpack
Universal Orlando Resort Unveils Heart-Pounding New Details About Dark Universe – A Shadowy World of Legendary Monsters Coming to Universal Epic Universe in 2025
Universal has long defined the horror genre with its classic films featuring iconic Universal Monsters such as Frankenstein, The Mummy, and the Wolf Man – and redefined modern horror and suspense. Today, Universal Destinations & Experiences, a division of Comcast NBCUniversal, and the creator of the global phenomenon Halloween Horror Nights builds on that legacy with new details about its first-ever immersive land dedicated to monsters and makers – Dark Universe. Coming to Universal Epic Universe in 2025,
Dreamworks Land Is Now Open At Universal Orlando Resort – Inviting Guests To Step Into The Vibrant Worlds Of Shrek, Trolls And Kung Fu Panda
Summer just got more exciting with today’s official debut of several all-new, must-see experiences at Universal Orlando Resort. Guests of all ages can now enjoy DreamWorks Land – the expansive, vibrant themed environment inspired by beloved characters from DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek, Trolls and Kung Fu Panda; CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular – a riveting new nighttime lagoon show; and Hogwarts Always – an all-new castle projection show in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. Here are
Universal Orlando Resort Unveils Exciting New Details About Its Most Colorful And Interactive Experience Yet
Orlando, Fla. (May 2, 2024) – Next year, guests can jump into the action of their favorite video games when SUPER NINTENDO WORLD makes its much-anticipated debut at Universal Orlando Resort as one of five imaginative worlds at the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park. Developed in partnership between the visionaries of Universal Creative and Nintendo, the vibrant land combines iconic Nintendo characters with Universal’s renowned craft of creating innovative theme park experiences to deliver a
Universal Orlando Resort Reveals New Details About How To Train Your Dragon – Isle Of Berk – A Larger-Than-Life World of Viking Adventures Coming to Universal Epic Universe in 2025
Orlando, Fla. (March 28, 2024) – Universal Orlando Resort invites guests of all ages to soar with dragons in a colorful, fully-alive world filled with Viking adventures in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk – one of the five worlds featured at the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park opening in 2025. Here, guests will see what it’s like to live amongst dragons as they explore a larger-than-life world that includes exciting attractions, beloved character meet-and-greets, dining, shopping – and
Universal Orlando Resort Reveals All-New Details About The Vibrant Adventures That Await In DreamWorks Land, Opening This Summer At Universal Studios Florida
Universal Destinations & Experiences, a division of Comcast NBCUniversal, continues to introduce new products to new people in imaginative new ways across the globe. This summer, Universal Orlando Resort will debut DreamWorks Land – a vibrant new themed environment inspired by DreamWorks Animation’s beloved characters Shrek, Trolls and Kung Fu Panda. Located in the Universal Studios Florida theme park, the expansive area will feature tons of fun for the entire family and include a family-friendly
Universal Orlando Team Member Volunteers Reach Record Community Impact
Volunteering and being of service to the community is a core part of the Universal Orlando Resort culture. Each year, Team Member volunteers across Universal Orlando bring this culture to life by devoting their time and talents to serving, uplifting and making a meaningful impact in the Central Florida community. As these remarkable Team Members dedicate their time to serve causes most important to them, Universal Orlando encourages and commemorates their efforts with its Club 52 honor. The program
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Introducing Universal Epic Universe, the Company’s Most Ambitious Theme Park to Date
Universal Destinations & Experiences (UDX), a unit of Comcast NBCUniversal, continues to redefine themed entertainment. From the debut of a must-see tram tour 60 years ago, to the creation of award-winning attractions and groundbreaking themed lands, Universal continues to raise the bar through innovation, unimaginable storytelling and game-changing technology. In 2025, UDX will unveil Universal Epic Universe. Epic Universe will present a level of theme park immersion that is unmatched – transporting
