It's finally over for Fast & Furious
Universal Studios Hollywood announces the closure of one of its least popular attractions, as team member previews are ready to start at Epic Universe in Orlando.
Many theme park fans are counting a big win this week, as Universal announced that it will be closing one of the company's least popular attractions. Let's see what else happened this week around the industry, too.
Before we begin, team member previews are set to begin later this week for Universal Epic Universe. If you are a Universal Orlando team member (or a friend/family of one) who will be at the preview, and you would like to share trip reports/photos/videos with us, please reach out to themeparkinsider@gmail.com. Anonymity assured, if needed.
That's a wrap for Fast & Furious - Supercharged in Hollywood: Universal Studios Hollywood announced this week that Fast & Furious - Supercharged on the park's Studio Tour will close March 10. Now looking at you, Orlando.
Why Universal's Fast and Furious ride failed: Now that we know Universal Studios Hollywood will be closing its Fast & Furious - Supercharged, let's dive into what went wrong on this attraction.
Universal reveals lands for its new Texas theme park: Universal has revealed new details about its upcoming new theme park in Texas. Universal Kids Resort will feature six lands, including Universal's first land devoted to SpongeBob SquarePants.
Wicked's Elphaba and Glinda booked for Universal Fan Fest Nights: The lead characters from "Wicked" are on their way to Universal Studios Hollywood.
Dragons to fly in the sky over Universal Epic Universe: The new Epic Universe theme park will include some of the most detailed attractions created by Universal. And the decorations in the park even will extend up into the sky. Universal Orlando is teasing flying dragons to appear in the sky above the park's 'How to Train Your Dragon' land.
Universal Orlando gets ready for a new party at Volcano Bay: Universal Orlando has opened ticket sales for its first Universal Volcano Bay Nights. This after-hours event at the Volcano Bay water theme park will happen on select Saturday nights in April and May.
Universal opens ticket sales for Las Vegas horror experience: Universal Destinations & Experiences has revealed prices and an opening date for its new year-round horror experience in Las Vegas.
Disney and Universal take their battle to a new arena: The battle between Disney and Universal will get closer than ever in 2025. And I mean that literally. The shortest physical distance between Disney and Universal attractions will be shrinking this year.
Hong Kong Disneyland reports record attendance, profit: Hong Kong Disneyland is reporting record attendance and financial results as it teases new attractions coming this year and beyond, including an 'all-new, exclusive Pixar entertainment experience.'
Another Michelin-starred chef is coming to Disney: Disneyland Paris announced that reservations are now open for the third restaurant at the recently renovated Disneyland Hotel at the resort.
Level 99 to open at Walt Disney World's Disney Springs Theme Park in Orlando
Cedar Point shares first look at new Siren's Curse trains: Cedar Point has unveiled the lead car for its new Siren's Curse roller coaster. The cars on this new coaster will feature on-board audio as well as nighttime LED lighting accents that change color.
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DC Universe expansion in Texas to open next month: The DC Universe expansion at Six Flags Fiesta Texas will open March 1, the park announced. The project brings three new Zamperla rides to the San Antonio theme park.
Legoland Florida's Sea Life aquarium gets an opening date: The Winter Haven resort announced that its new Sea Life Florida attraction will open officially on May 23.
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