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New Summer Experiences Coming to Universal Studios

New Summer Experiences Coming to Universal Studios


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We now have the opening date for DreamWorks Land plus information on new entertainment – all coming this summer! Check out all the details here so you don’t miss a thing.

DreamWorks Land

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Universal will open DreamWorks Land, which features favorite characters like Kung Fu Panda, Trolls, and Shrek. Food options include Trolls Treats and Swamp Snacks. Grab DreamWorks-themed merchandise at High Five Hideaway.

Top attractions include a family-friendly Troll rollercoaster, Shrek meet and greets, and a Kung Fu Panda training center.

This area is set to open on June 14, 2024. DreamWorks Land takes over the former Woody Woodpecker KidZone space near the E.T. attraction.

Daytime Parade and Nighttime Show

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Your favorite movie characters step onto the streets of Universal Studios during this new daytime parade. Called “Universal Mega Movie Parade”, you can see characters like E.T., Trolls, and more.

Universal Mega Movie parade will debut on July 3. You should be aware that this will not run every day. Be sure to check the Universal app when you visit to see the schedule.

Then, Cinesational – a Symphonic Spectacular will debut on June 14. On select nights, experience a cinematic journey with music from Harry Potter, Jurassic World, and Jaws.

Hogwarts Always

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Hogwarts Always is a new nighttime spectacular also debuting on June 14. It will take place at the Hogwarts Castle and features projections, music, and more. It will also take place on select nights, presumably on the nights Cinesational – a Symphonic Spectacular does not take place.

This summer is going to be incredible at Universal Studios! It’s not too late to plan your trip – see details below for how to contact me to get started planning!

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