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When planning a trip to Universal Orlando Resort, it's hopful to know which rides or experiences may be closed for refurbishment while you're there. Here's the schedule for current refurbishments and closings for the theme parks, hotels and CityWalk. Refurbishments are temporary closures (usually scheduled in advance but can take place last minute), seasonal refurbishments take place annually and permanent closures are no longer active in the parks. While we regularly keep this post updated, all refurbishments and closures are subject to change without notice.
Universal Orlando Refurbishments
Broken down into individual theme parks, CityWalk and Universal Orlando Resort hotels, here is the list of current and upcoming refurbishments and closures for Universal rides, attractions and experiences. Universal may change the dates (whether to move up or postpone), so keep checking as your trip gets closer. We update this post every week to reflect any changes.
*Please note: All refurbishments & closings are subject to change without notice.
Universal Studios Florida Refurbishments
Refurbishments:
- Finnegan's Bar & Grill
CLOSED Jan. 12, 2026 - Winter 2026 - Universal Orlando's Horror Makeup Show
CLOSED May 12, 2026 - Winter 2026
Closures:
- Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit permanently closed to make way for Fast & Furious — Hollywood Drift
OPENING 2027 - Fast & Furious — Supercharged
CLOSING 2027
Universal Islands of Adventure Refurbishments
Refurbishments:
- Jurassic Park River Adventure
CLOSED Jan. 5 - Nov. 19, 2026
Closures:
- Lost Continent
CLOSING PERMANENTLY in phases throughout 2026 and 2027 - Mythos Restaurant
CLOSING PERMANENTLY TBD 2027 - Thunder Falls Terrace Restaurant
CLOSING Summer 2026 (will transform into a new signature full-service restaurant, opening in 2027)
Universal Epic Universe Refurbishments
- None
Universal Volcano Bay Refurbishments
Refurbishments:
- None
Closures:
- During the fall and winter seasons, Volcano Bay is closed on select dates and may close due to inclement weather. Check the calendar to confirm park hours.
- Starting Oct. 26, 2026, Volcano Bay will begin a seasonal closure, with a current planned reopening on or before April 1, 2027.
Universal CityWalk Refurbishments
Closures:
- Burger King Whopper Bar
CLOSED April 21, 2026 (to make way for Five Guys, opening this summer) - Hot Dog Hall of Fame
CLOSING July 2026 (to make way for Fat One's Hot Dogs & Italian Ice)
Universal Orlando Hotel Refurbishments
Refurbishments:
- None
Universal Orlando Seasonal Closures
Seasonal closures usually take place annually around the same time each year. These dates are estimates based on past closures. We will post confirmed dates under the park-specific refurbishments above.
- Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls: Usually closes for a month and a half in October or November.
- Jurassic Park River Adventure: Usually closes for several weeks to over a month in January.
- Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges: Usually closes for a month and a half from February to March.
Universal Orlando Permanent Closures
A blast from the past — this is a list of permanently closed Universal Orlando rides, shows and attractions. The closures are usually done to make way for new experiences.
- Dragon Challenge: Closed permanently Sept. 5, 2017
- Terminator 2®: 3D: Closed permanently Oct. 9, 2017
- A Day in the Park with Barney: Closed permanently March 16, 2020
- Fear Factor Live: Closed permanently Nov. 1, 2021
- Shrek 4-D: Closed permanently Jan. 10, 2022
- Universal's Superstar Parade: Closed permanently June 4, 2022
- Curious George Goes to Town: Closed permanently Jan. 16, 2023
- DreamWorks Destination: Closed permanently Jan. 16, 2023
- Fievel's Playland: Closed permanently Jan. 16, 2023
- Woody Woodpecker's Nuthouse Coaster: Closed permanently Jan. 16, 2023
- Poseidon's Fury: Closed permanently May 10, 2023
- Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit: Closed permanently Aug. 18, 2025
So, when is the best time to visit Universal Orlando? Hop over to our Jump Start Guide and Orlando Crowd Calendar for more planning resources.
Related: Disney World Refurbishments & Closings
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