UNIVERSAL STUDIOS

Fortnite’s Slurp Juice Is Reported at HHN Orlando for $10

An on-site report places the $10 Fortnite-inspired drink at Parkside Fare near Fortnitemares. Universal has not published an Orlando menu confirming the details.

ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE

Jurassic Park River Adventure Photos Show Rebuilt Walls and Dinosaurs

October 4 aerial photos show rebuilt paddock walls and dinosaur figures at Jurassic Park River Adventure. Universal schedules reopening for November 20, 2026.

EPIC UNIVERSE

Epic Universe Uses Floating Solar Panels to Charge Electric Buses

The Epic Universe floating solar array stores daytime energy for overnight electric-bus charging. See how it fits into the wider Universal solar program.

HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS

Fortnite’s Slurp Juice Is Reported at HHN Orlando for $10

An on-site report places the $10 Fortnite-inspired drink at Parkside Fare near Fortnitemares. Universal has not published an Orlando menu confirming the details.

VOLCANO BAY

Volcano Bay Now Plans to Reopen on or Before April 1, 2027

Universal has revised the planned Volcano Bay reopening boundary to April 1, 2027. The October 26 closure start remains, and dates are subject to change.

Volcano Bay Nights Returns to Universal Orlando for Summer 2026

Universal Volcano Bay Nights is back for summer 2026, giving guests after-hours access to the water park on select dates with snacks, drinks, characters, and lower waits.

UNIVERSAL CITYWALK

Wicked Comes to CityWalk for One Day: Meet Glinda and Elphaba October 24

Wicked Oztacular Spectacular brings Glinda, Elphaba, film displays, music and trivia to Universal CityWalk for one day on October 24.

Five Guys Opens at Universal CityWalk as Chain Hits 2,000 Locations

Five Guys is now open at Universal CityWalk as the chain reaches its 2,000th location. Find it and check the reported breakfast cutoff before a park morning.

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Mark Layton, Epic Universal Blog author

About the Author

Mark Layton

Universal Orlando Writer & Theme Park Deal Watcher

Mark covers Universal Orlando news, Epic Universe planning, hotel perks, ticket details, and the little fine-print surprises that can make or break a park day. He keeps an eye on official updates and authorized ticket sources so readers can plan smarter, save where it actually makes sense, and avoid vacation math that requires a wizarding degree.

If a guide talks tickets, crowds, hotels, or strategy, the goal is simple: practical advice you can use before you spend real money.

Written by Mark Layton Updated for Universal Orlando planning Fact-checked against official and authorized sources