ParkStop Podcast: Episode 81 – IAAPA Expo 2025 We discuss our visit to the tradeshow floor of this year's IAAPA Expo, including everything from disappointing A.I. art to well-done coaster trains

Epic Universe News Update: New Permits for Massive Expansion and Other Projects A new permit could be for Epic Universe's first new ride expansion since opening, possibly an expansion to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic

Universal Kids Resort Texas Update: New Concept Art, Official Names, and Construction

ParkStop Podcast: Episode 80 – Disney vs. Universal Next Five Years We go over the next 5 years of announced projects for Walt Disney World and speculated projects at Universal Orlando

Epic Universe & Universal Orlando News: Permits, Demolition, and New Construction orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-p...

Frozen Ever After Animatronics to Remove Projection Faces at EPCOT in 2026 Walt Disney World announced today plans to update the audio animatronic figures on Frozen, but also shared details for new animatronics coming to the parks

Tropical Americas News Update: Boneyard Demolition, Encanto Construction, and Ride Rumors More sections of DinoLand behind walls as construction for new Encanto ride kicks into high gear, opening 2027—plus Dinosaur ride closing date, Zootopia 3D show news, and more

Universal Orlando News: Lost Continent Demolition Permits and Footers for Rockit Replacement Universal has confirmed Lost Continent will be demolished to make way for new attractions. Plus, footers are already arriving for the new coaster replacing Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit.

ParkStop Podcast: Episode 79 – HHN34 Review Alicia, Ian, and 'Naynay discussing their thoughts on this year's Halloween Horror Nights for Orlando

Monsters Inc. Land News Update: Construction, Permits, and Rumors for Hollywood Studios Demolition is movin' right along at the former Muppets Courtyard in Hollywood Studios to make way for a new Monsters Inc. land and suspended roller coaster

Epic Universe & Universal Orlando News: Wall Permits, New Parcel, and Rockit Demolition orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-p...

ParkStop Podcast: Episode 78 – Universal Horror Unleashed Review Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas thoughts on the houses, show, and current operations

Tropical Americas News Update: Construction, Permits, and Rumors for Animal Kingdom New Encanto and Indiana Jones rides are coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom, with construction underway at DinoLand USA. Let's check in on permits and rumors for the new land, opening 2027

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Replacement Rumors and Permit News orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-p...

Epic Universe News Update: Green Supports & Materials, Expansion Rumors, and Soundtrack Releases New green supports and building materials have shown up in an expansion plot backstage, but are they for a new ride at Epic Universe?

ParkTalk Episode 10: Walt Disney Animatronic First in-person impressions of the new Walt Disney animatronic as part of Disneyland's 70th anniversary celebration. Plus, we talk Club 33, new Test Track, and more

Universal Studios UK Everything We Know – Full Permit Breakdown Universal is officially building a theme park in the United Kingdom, and they have submitted nearly 200 documents for approval to begin construction

ParkTalk Episode 9: WDW 5th Gate (But Also Things Actually Happening) Alicia and 'Naynay are here to talk about rumors for a 5th gate at Walt Disney World, but also a whole lot of things that are actually happening too!

Universal Epic Universe Easter Eggs & Hidden Secrets Easter eggs hidden around all the worlds of Epic Universe, including project numbers, secret HHN nods, character backstories, and fun details you may have missed

Epic Universe News Update: Expansion Confirmed by Permits and Other Future Projects Permits have been filed for vertical construction as part of the first expansion to Epic Universe since opening—plus we have an opening timeframe for phase 2 dining, and more

Hollywood Studios Video Update: Muppets Gone and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster News A look at the final day for Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzeRizzo and news for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster's re-do, new shows, and more in this video update

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Closing August for New Ride at Universal Studios Florida Universal Orlando announced Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit will close August 18, 2025 to make way for a new attraction, but what do permits and rumors tell us about what's coming?

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EPIC UNIVERSE SAGA: Video Playlist with Six Years of Construction Updates

Video Update: Epic Universe Grand Opening Day After covering this new park for 7 years, we were present for Universal Epic Universe's official grand opening on May 22, 2025!

Local news look at Epic Universe, one week from Grand Opening. Alicia Stella co-author of the Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando is interviewed! We also know her from @orlandoparkstop.com youtu.be/J7rvuYQKV7o?...

ParkStop Podcast: Episode 77 – Epic Universe Tips (Spoiler-Free) Our best tips for your first visit to Epic Universe, spoiler-free! With best times of day to do the rides, dining tips, secrets and more!

Virtual Line Tips for Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry at Epic Universe Helpful tips for preparing the app and hopefully securing a Virtual Line to ride the new Harry Potter ride at Epic Universe during guest previews

Epic Universe Grand Opening Permit Shows Drones, Pyro, TODAY Show Operations and Celebrities Universal Epic Universe's official grand opening on May 22, 2025, and according to new permits, the celebration may include fireworks, drones, and celebrities

Epic Universe Preview Tickets Now Open to Everyone Guest Previews at Epic Universe, which are going on now through May 19th, have been opened up to any and all guests. This is a chance to experience the park before grand opening

Epic Universe Previews Vlog: First Update From Inside the Park Our first video from INSIDE Epic Universe! We look around all of the worlds to talk about the best attractions, Easter eggs, how previews work, what may be coming next and more!

ParkTalk Episode 8: Epic Universe Spoiler Review Our thoughts on Epic Universe so far, including the Ministry of Magic ride, with spoilers for all attractions

ParkStop Podcast: Episode 76 – Universal UK Speculation We discuss the new official concept art for an upcoming Universal Studios theme park being developed for the UK

Universal Studios Great Britain — Theme Park Officially Confirmed with Concept Art Universal Destinations & Experiences confirms they're building a theme park and resort in the U.K., and have released official concept art

Universal Helios Grand Hotel Reservations Open for Earlier Dates Beginning April 16 Universal Helios Grand Hotel Reservations have opened for earlier dates than originally announced, now listed as starting April 16th

Epic Universe Annual Pass Preview Tickets for Sale – Apr 17 to May 8 Universal Orlando has released early preview tickets for Universal Epic Universe, which are currently available for purchase by active Annual Passholders

Epic Universe News Update: Express Passes for Sale, More Construction & Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience Epic Universe opens next month, but between previews the park fit in some more construction before it's too late. Plus Terra Luna Resort opens, and more

Epic Universe Express Passes, VIP Tours, Darkmoor Makeup & Photo Packages On Sale Now Universal Express passes for Epic Universe are on sale now, beginning with opening day. Additional add-ons are also available as well, dates may vary

Upgrades Coming to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will close August 2025 to get an new game mechanics with new blasters, reactive targets, and a new ride vehicle style

ParkStop Podcast: Episode 75 – Epic Universe First Impressions orlandoparkstop.com/podcast/park...

Epic Universe News Update: Single Day Tickets Available, Previews Underway, and Nighttime Lighting Tests Single-Day Tickets to Epic Universe are finally for sale as Team Member Previews continue. Plus, the latest news and construction around the park, which officially opens May 22nd

Epic Universe News Update: Big Fireworks Test, More Tickets Released, and Construction Wraps It's the final push before Team Member Previews as Epic Universe tests a massive fireworks display, adds more lighting, releases more tickets, and wraps up construction

Themed Lands Announced for Universal Kids Resort Texas, Opening 2026 Universal Kids Resort, a new family-friendly theme park from Universal Destinations & Experiences, will officially open next year

Epic Universe News Update: Snow Dragon Installed, Stardust Trims, and Chronos Complete A new animatronic dragon has appeared, Stardust Racers has been modified, and the Chronos is spinning above the entrance to Epic Universe

Tickets On Sale for Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas, Opens August 14 Universal's upcoming year-round haunt attraction in Las Vegas officially has an opening date, and tickets are for sale now

ParkStop Podcast: Episode 74 – Epic Universe Food Reveal Epic Universe food announced and we are ready to dig in! Here's what we can't wait to try, won't want to touch, and can't believe they're offering

Universal Epic Universe News Update — FOOD REVEALED, ALL DINING LOCATIONS, & ROBOT DRAGON SPOTTED www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0Uz...

Epic Universe Food Previewed for all Five Worlds and Helios Grand Hotel Universal Orlando has revealed dozens of the dishes we will be able to find at Epic Universe when it officially opens on May 22, 2025

Epic Universe News Update: Portals Ready, Nighttime Lighting, and Team Member Training Team Members are training as Epic Universe prepares for opening, with portals rushing to be completed, nighttime lighting testing, and more signs installed around the park.

ParkStop Podcast: Episode 73 – Epic Universe Hype & Muppets Closing Date We are hyped for Epic Universe since it's actually opening THIS YEAR! Plus, our reaction to Muppets closing date news out of Walt Disney World.