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Holidays at Universal Orlando 2026: New Eats, Earl and Free Parking
Holidays at Universal Orlando begins Nov. 14 with new holiday food booths, an Earl the Squirrel balloon, and free evening parking for CityWalk.
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Universal Orlando Parking Garage Levels Get New Themes: Trolls, Shrek, Minions and More
Key Takeaways What: The North Parking Garage switches from split movie zones to one franchise per floor. Where: Universal Orlando North Garage, Levels 1 to 5, with the walkway hub on Level 3. Themes: Trolls, E.T., Shrek, Minions, and Transformers, from the ground floor to the roof. Retired: Jaws, King Kong, and Jurassic Park zones…
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New Dark Universe Coaster Coming to Epic Universe: What We Know So Far
Universal Orlando Resort confirmed a new indoor coaster for Dark Universe at Epic Universe. See where it is being built and which monster fans expect.
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Thanksgiving Dinner in Orlando 2026: Where to Eat, Menus and Prices
Key Takeaways When: Thanksgiving Day falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026 Parks: Five Walt Disney World theme park restaurants serve holiday plates, with reported prices starting at $14.99 No Ticket: Disney resort hotels and Disney Springs restaurants need no park ticket Buffets: Universal Orlando Resort hotel buffets are reported at $80 to $90 per adult…
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Universal Orlando Holiday Merchandise 2026: Full Photo Tour
Key Takeaways What: Universal Orlando Resort rolled out its full 2026 holiday merchandise collection across park stores Debuts: New seasonal lines feature Super Nintendo World snowman motifs and How to Train Your Dragon Snoggletog gear Apparel: Lineup highlights include the Silent Night Fury Spirit Jersey, Grinchmas Spirit Jersey, and Shrek Christmas Spirit Jersey Accessories: Featured…
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The Best Chocolate Desserts at Universal Orlando Resort
Key Takeaways Scope: Exclusive chocolate dessert offerings span across all Universal Orlando Resort theme parks, hotels, and dining districts Epic Universe: Immersive treats include the layered Mt. Beanpole Cake and the cinnamon infused Yaknog CityWalk: The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium anchors the lineup with savory cocoa dishes and triple chocolate bread pudding Hotels: The Kitchen at…
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Earl the Squirrel Balloon Debuts in 100th Macy’s Parade
Key Takeaways What: Earl the Squirrel makes his giant balloon debut in the 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Size: The balloon stands 30.4 feet tall and 14.5 feet wide Where: The balloon moves to Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s in early December Dates: Universal Orlando Resort’s holiday events run from November 14, 2026, to January…
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The Grinch Character Breakfast & Holiday Tour Details at Universal
Key Takeaways What: The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast and the Universal Holiday Tour Where: Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida Breakfast: $64.99 for adults and $38.99 for children, including one plated entree Tour: A 2.5-hour guided experience running select dates from November 14, 2026 to January 2, 2027 OPEN Brief: If you…
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Universal Orlando Hotel Halloween Bars 2026: 36 Drinks at 9 Hotels
Update: November 10, 2026 Universal Orlando’s Halloween 2026 hotel bar menus have ended. For current holiday events, see our Orlando Christmas events guide. Key Takeaways What: Themed Halloween bars and lobby displays at nine Universal Orlando hotels during Halloween Horror Nights season Menu: 36 themed drinks across the bars, including two non-alcoholic options Longest list:…
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Universal Nights at Epic Universe: Wait Times and Portal Strategy
Key Takeaways What: Universal Nights, the first official after-hours ticketed series at Universal Epic Universe When: 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM on select nights in October and November Strategy: Mix-in entry begins at 7:00 PM to maximize efficiency before the event begins Price: Starting at $179 per guest Perks: Unlimited Celestial Popcorn, Kimchi Bao, and…
