Universal Orlando News!
In a release earlier today, Universal Orlando announced DreamWorks Land opens June 14. The new attraction replaced KidZone, which closed in January 2023.
Universal also announced CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular and Hogwarts Always will also debut June 14. And beginning July 3, Universal Mega Movie Parade will roll through the park.
“We are thrilled to debut an array of never-before-seen experiences for the entire family to enjoy from day to night,” said Karen Irwin, President & COO of Universal Orlando Resort. “These new experiences — coupled with the amazing attractions currently in our theme parks — will allow our guests to create lasting memories that will make this summer truly unforgettable.”
DREAMWORKS LAND
The new DreamWorks Land will make its official debut on June 14.
Guests will meet some of DreamWorks Animation’s most beloved characters from “Shrek,” “Trolls” and “Kung Fu Panda.”
Universal says, “The expansive new area will feature interactive play areas, character meet and greets, an all-new indoor live show experience, unique treats and photo-worthy moments that are fun for the whole family. Guests will be able to explore Shrek’s Swamp, enjoy the Trollercoaster, interact with Po in the Panda Village, encounter characters like Gabby from ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ and so much more.”
There will also be a multisensory live show.
CINESATIONAL: A SYMPHONIC SPECTACULAR
The waters of the Universal Studios Florida lagoon will come to life starting June 14 with an all-new nighttime show, CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular.
The show will feature 228 fountains that reach heights up to 131 feet, 4K projection mapping, an original composition featuring newly arranged scores meticulously crafted to each scene, and more than 600 drones.
Universal says the show will feature scores and scenes from past, present and future attractions — including Warner Bros. Pictures “Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts” films, “Jurassic World,” “Jaws,” “Shrek,” “Ghostbusters,” “Trolls,” “Back to the Future,” “Universal Monsters,” “Transformers,” “How to Train Your Dragon,” “E.T.,” “Fast and Furious,” “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” “Minions,” “The Mummy” and “King Kong.”
UNIVERSAL MEGA MOVIE PARADE
Beginning July 3, the Universal Mega Movie Parade will celebrate iconic movies such as “E.T.,” “Back to the Future,” “Jaws,” “Ghostbusters,” “Jurassic World,” Illumination’s “Minions” and “Sing” and DreamWorks Animation’s “Trolls” and “Kung Fu Panda.”
This parade will be Universal Orlando’s biggest daytime parade to date and combine 13 brand-new floats, nearly 100 performers.
“Guests will watch in awe as they see the massive 16-foot Stay Puft Marshmallow Man atop the ‘Ghostbusters’ float, the colorful Caterbus and giant rainbows on the vibrant ‘Trolls’ float, a live marching drum line perform the iconic movie score of ‘Jaws’ alongside a float themed to the film, and — for the epic finale — a Gyrosphere, Raptors and the fierce Tyrannosaurus rex aboard the ‘Jurassic World’ float — and so much more. Fans should also pay close attention to the parade to see if they can spot additional details that nod to iconic elements from the films,” Universal said in the release.
HOGWARTS ALWAYS
Starting June 14 on select nights, guests visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Hogsmeade will get to enjoy a new projection show that will take guests on a journey through iconic moments of a school year at Hogwarts.
“From supply shopping in Diagon Alley, and the exhilarating ride aboard the Hogwarts Express, to participating in the Sorting Ceremony, celebrating the House Cup winner and so much more, this visually stunning experience promises to captivate witches, wizards and Muggles of all ages,” Universal said.
Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the grand opening!
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