Universal Orlando Resort visitors could encounter several attraction closures through early 2027, including temporary refurbishments at Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe, according to Disney Fanatic.
At Universal Studios Florida, the Horror Make-Up Show closed May 12, 2026, for a reimagining. The updated show is expected to open in winter 2026. Animal Actors on Location, meanwhile, is scheduled to give its final performance on November 3, 2026. The live show features trained animals and film- and television-inspired techniques.
Islands of Adventure has several changes on its schedule. Jurassic Park River Adventure, closed since January 5, is currently slated to reopen November 20, 2026. Popeye & Bluto's Bilge-Rat Barges and Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey are also scheduled for temporary refurbishments, though the supplied report does not list closure or reopening dates for those attractions.
At Epic Universe, Fyre Drill in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk is scheduled to close from January 25 through February 4, 2027. The interactive boat attraction lets guests take part in a Viking-themed water battle.
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Universal is also preparing for the eventual permanent closure of The Lost Continent at Islands of Adventure. The report says the original themed land's remaining offerings are expected to close as Universal prepares the area for a future project, but Universal had not announced a replacement at the time of publication.
Travelers planning Universal Orlando tickets should check the resort's attraction schedule close to their visit, particularly for trips in late 2026 and early 2027.
