5 films highlighted at Universal Studios Hollywood Mega Movie Summer 2026
Universal Studios Hollywood is celebrating the Fast & Furious and Minions franchises along with “The Odyssey” and more at Mega Movie Summer!
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First ‘Shrek’ ride in the United States opening at new Universal theme park
Shrek & Fiona’s Happily Ogre After, the first “Shrek” ride in the U.S., will open at the new Universal Kids theme park near Dallas, Texas, in 2026.
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Universal Kids Resort isn’t focused on impressive rides — it’s for young families
I expected my son to spend the day talking about rides. Instead, he couldn’t stop talking about Shrek, dancing with King Trollex, playgrounds and character encounters. Universal Kids Resort isn’t perfect, especially for some sensory-sensitive children, but our visit revealed a park built around family experiences, not just attraction counts.
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First look photos: Universal Kids Resort theme park as seen from our hotel room
From our room at the Universal Kids Resort Hotel, we watched coaster trains race through colorful lands, boats drift through Minions-themed waterways, and families begin exploring a park built entirely for younger children. Before stepping inside ourselves, these views offered an exciting preview of Universal’s newest destination.
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New ‘Minions & Monsters’ popcorn buckets and collectibles at Cinemark theaters
New Minions & Monsters merchandise is dropping at Cinemark and other theaters this summer. Fans can start planning to buy exclusive cups, popcorn tins, and fast-food toys.
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Universal Epic Universe dazzles with a new nighttime spectacular, ‘Universal Celestial Goodnight’
Universal Epic Universe will debut a new nighttime spectacular, “Universal Celestial Goodnight,” beginning July 7, featuring synchronized fountains, lighting effects, music, and fireworks in Celestial Park.Goodnight.”
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Epic Universe nighttime spectacular ‘Universal Celestial Goodnight’ is gaining traction on social media
A year into the Epic Universe’s life, fans have spotted testing for an unannounced nighttime spectacular, seemingly titled “Universal Celestial
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Regal goes big with “Minions & Monsters” popcorn buckets and collectibles
New Minions & Monsters merchandise is dropping at Regal Cinemas. Fans can start planning to buy exclusive cups, popcorn tins, and collectible toys.
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Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’s 170-ft vertical spike | Universal Orlando Resort
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift roller coaster construction at Universal Studios Florida following demolition of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit.
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Matt Selman’s Universal comments give fans of “The Simpsons” hope for Treehouse of Horror at HHN
“The Simpsons” fans have dreamed of seeing “Treehouse of Horror” come to Halloween Horror Nights for years. Matt Selman didn’t confirm it’s happening, but after hearing the showrunner talk about recent meetings with Universal and “fun great ideas” for Springfield, it suddenly feels a little less impossible.
