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Universal Orlando will celebrate the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a summer-long fan experience at Universal CityWalk, featuring Telemundo watch parties, specialty food and beverage offerings, interactive activations, and exclusive merchandise from June 11 through July 19. Created in partnership with Telemundo, the event will transform CityWalk into a gathering place for soccer fans looking to experience the excitement of the world’s largest sporting event.

Universal Kids Resort has begun offering preview tickets ahead of its official grand opening on July 1, 2026. Guests can visit the new family-focused theme park during a special preview period running from June 24 through June 29. A 1-Day Preview Ticket is available starting at $49.99 per person, plus tax. According to Universal, the preview period will allow teams to put the final touches on the park and rehearse operations ahead of opening day.

Universal Studios Hollywood will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 with an all-new Independence Day fireworks display, live performances, themed décor, and more. All festivities are included in the price of theme park admission. Guests are welcome to join Universal Studios Hollywood in this star-spangled celebration of Independence Day on July 3rd and 4th.

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from June 8, 2026, to June 14, 2026. Universal Orlando is featuring limited-time summer experiences inspired by blockbuster films, running now through August 10, 2026.

Universal has shared a first look at the character-inspired merchandise coming to Universal Kids Resort, opening on , 2026. Each of the park’s seven themed lands will feature retail locations with outfits, toys, plush and accessories designed to bring the fan-favorite stories and characters to life for kids and their families.

Universal has officially revealed the name of its upcoming United Kingdom theme park destination, confirming that the resort will be known as Universal United Kingdom Resort. The announcement comes as the company prepares to begin construction on its first theme park in Europe, which is set to open in 2031.

Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from June 1, 2026, to June 7, 2026. Universal Orlando is featuring limited-time summer experiences inspired by blockbuster films, running now through August 10, 2026.

Universal Orlando continues work on their new coaster, Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida. Several large support columns have been installed for the attraction’s prominent spike element, marking one of the first major vertical structures associated with the coaster’s layout. In addition to the supports, a section of coaster track has also been installed. Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is scheduled to open at Universal Studios Florida in 2027.

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced the return of Mega Movie Summer, bringing a slate of limited-time entertainment, themed food, merchandise, and experiences inspired by some of Universal’s biggest film franchises. The seasonal event will take place daily from June 13 through August 9, 2026, and is included with regular theme park admission.

Universal Kids Resort, Universal Destinations & Experiences’ first-ever regional theme park specifically designed for kids, will officially open on . Tickets, on-site hotel packages, and the park’s first annual pass option are now on sale. Located in Frisco, Texas, Universal Kids Resort invites a new generation to embark on kid-sized Universal thrills made just for them.