Populated by classic monsters, famous movie icons, and popular cartoon characters, Universal Studios Florida is the place that brings hit movies and epic TV shows to vivid life—and you’re invited to star in the productions. You can protect New York against intergalactic invaders when you climb aboard Men in Black Alien Attack, zapping aliens with your laser gun; take flight into a brilliant, starry night on the kid-friendly E.T. Adventure, peddling a bicycle with the much-loved alien tucked in the basket; and brave the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, a looming coaster with a musical twist, ranked by many theme-park insiders as the Universal Studios’ most spine-chilling ride.
Even the food is straight out of your favorite shows. The Simpsons Fast Food Boulevard pays tribute to the The Simpsons television series with quick fare like Krusty Burgers, Lard Lad Donuts, and the signature Flaming Moe. Or cruise on over to Mel’s and enjoy a 50’s style burger while listening to those Golden Oldies and appreciating the classic car collection out front there are a ton of both sit-down and quick-serve options all across the park.
Universal Studios also provides a range of live entertainment options, including parades, shows, and character meet-and-greets. The park’s live entertainment options include the daily parade featuring characters from the world of Harry Potter, the Universal Superstar Parade, and the nightly Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular, a water and light show that takes visitors on a journey through the world of film. With so much to see and do, Universal Studios at Universal Orlando is an exciting destination that is sure to provide visitors with a truly unforgettable experience.
Rides Shows & Attractions
Minion Land on Illumination Ave
- Despicable Me Minion Mayhem
- Illumination’s Villian-Con Minion Blast (Now Open!!!)
Production Central
- Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit
- Transformers: The Ride 3D
- Universal Music Plaza Stage
New York
- Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon
- Revenge of the Mummy
- The Blues Brothers Show
San Francisco
- Fast & Furious: Supercharged
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley/London
- Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts
- Hogwarts Express
- Olivanders Wand Show
- The Knight Bus
- Tales of Beedle the Bard
- Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees
World Expo
- Men in Black: Alien Attack
Springfield
- Kang & Kodos’ Twirl ‘n’ Hurl
- The Simpsons Ride
“KidZone” (retheme in process)
- E.T. Adventure
Hollywood
- Marilyn and The Diamond Bellas
- The Bourne Stuntacular
- Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show
Lagoon
- Universal Orlando’s Cinematic Celebration
Character Appearances
Current characters
- Beetlejuice, Frankenstein’s Monster, Count Dracula and The Bride of Frankenstein
- Betty Boop
- The Blues Brothers
- Back to the Future: Doc Brown and Marty McFly
- Despicable Me: Gru, Vector, Lucy Wilde, Margo, Edith, Agnes, Dru, and the Minions
- Dora the Explorer: Dora, Boots, and Diego
- E.T.
- Hello Kitty
- Kung Fu Panda: Po and Tigress
- Madagascar: Alex, Gloria, Skipper, Kowalski, Rico, Private, and King Julien XIII
- Men in Black: Agent J and Agent K
- The Mummy: Stilt walkers
- Puss in Boots: Puss and Kitty Softpaws
- Rocky & Bullwinkle: Rocket J. Squirrel and Bullwinkle J. Moose
- Scooby-Doo: Scooby, Shaggy, Daphne, Velma, and Fred
- Shrek: Shrek, Donkey, and Princess Fiona
- The Simpsons: Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Krusty the Clown, and Sideshow Bob
- SpongeBob SquarePants: SpongeBob, Patrick, Squidward, and Bikini Bottomites
- Transformers: Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Megatron
- Trolls: Poppy, Branch, and Guy Diamond
Annual Events
Universal Studios Florida features several seasonal events throughout its operating calendar. Some are included in the daily park admission, while others are separately-ticketed events.
Grad Bash and Gradventure
Grad Bash and Gradventure are two separate events held in April and May at the park. Grad Bash is an event for graduating high school senior classes who can gather for an exclusive, all-night party at both theme parks of Universal Orlando Resort, live performances, dance parties, and live pre-parties at the Universal Music Plaza Stage. After Disney’s retirement of Grad Nite, Grad Bash was held for five nights in 2012. Gradventure is aimed to junior high/middle school graduating students.
Halloween Horror Nights
Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights is a hard-ticketed event where the park becomes into a haunted playground, including scare zones, numerous haunted houses, and special themed shows. The event is run annually in late September, October, and early November.
Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s
Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, formerly known as Macy’s Holiday Parade, is a month-long event in December featuring authentic balloons from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in celebration of Christmas at the park. The parade was rebranded in 2017, adding holiday floats, balloons, and choreographed characters based on Illumination’s Despicable Me franchise, as well as the Madagascar and Shrek franchises from DreamWorks Animation.
Mardi Gras
Generally in February through to April, a parade and concert series inspired by New Orleans’ Fat Tuesday party is held at the park. The parade takes place in the evening and consists of park employees and other appointed park guests throwing beads to other park guests.
Rock the Universe
Rock the Universe is the park’s Christian music festival, featuring two days in January or February (as of 2019, prior years held this event in September. This was likely done in response to the cancellation of the event in 2017 due to Hurricane Irma.) of concerts with leading contemporary Christian, Christian rock, and Christian rap artists live at the Universal Music Plaza Stage.
Summer Concert Series
The Summer Concert Series occurs annually and features a variety of popular music acts performing live at the Universal Music Plaza Stage.
Dining
Quick Service Restaurants
- Cafe La Bamba
- Chez Alcatraz
- Fast Food Boulevard
- Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Parlour
- Guido’s Gelato & Italian Ice
- Kid Zone Pizza Company
- Leaky Cauldron
- Louie’s Italian Restaurant
- Mel’s Drive-In
- Richter’s Burger Co.
- San Francisco Candy Factory
- San Francisco Pastry Co
- Schwab’s Pharmacy
- Starbucks Coffee – Universal Studios Florida
- Studio Sweets
- TODAY Cafe
Table Service Restaurants
- Finnegan’s Bar and Grill
- Lombard’s Seafood Grille
Bars or Lounges
- Duff Brewery
- Fountain of Fair Fortune
- The Hopping Pot
- Moe’s Tavern
Food Stands and Carts
- 5th Ave Food and Drink
- Auntie Anne’s Pretzels
- Barnyard Hot Dogs
- Ben & Jerry’s
- Bumblebee Man’s Tacos
- Carmen’s Veranda
- Central Park Crepes
- Eternelle’s Elixir of Refreshment
- Expo Eats
- Front Gate Popcorn
- Giovannasi’s Fruit Exchange
- Graveyard Snacks
- Hollywood Ice Cold Beer
- Hollywood or Bust Dippin’ Dots
- Kid Zone Snacks
- Lagoon Lemonade
- Lard Lad Donuts
- Lemon Slush and Fruit
- London Taxi Hut
- Men in Black Coca Cola
- Men In Black ICEE
- Production Central Dippin’ Dots
- Rockit Snacks
- San Francisco Beer Company
- San Francisco Dippin’ Dots
- Silver Screen Snacks
- Simpsons Hot Dogs
- Smoked Turkey Legs Truck
- World Expo Ice Cold Drinks
