Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from November 2, 2026, to November 8, 2026.

Today, November 2, marks the final day to experience Animal Actors On Location! at Universal Studios Florida, as the longtime show is set to permanently close to make way for a new experience.

Volcano Bay has closed for extended maintenance. This closure will enable Universal to perform necessary refurbishments and maintenance throughout the park. The park is scheduled to reopen on or before April 1, 2027.

Skull Island: Reign of Kong at Islands of Adventure is currently operating with a modified ending after the King Kong animatronic sustained damage during recent maintenance. Universal has not yet announced an expected timeline for when the attraction will return to its normal experience.

Refurbishments

Please keep in mind that refurbishment dates can change.

Jurassic Park River Adventure at Islands of Adventure is closed for a major refurbishment. It is scheduled to reopen on December 17, 2026.

Horror Make-Up Show at Universal Studios Florida will close May 12, 2026, for a “reimagining”. It is scheduled to reopen in Winter 2026.

Hogwarts Express will close on November 4, 2026, for a brief, one-day refurbishment. It is scheduled to open the next day, November 5, 2026.

Finnegan’s Bar & Grill at Universal Studios Florida is closed for a major refurbishment. It is scheduled to reopen in Winter 2026.

Po Live! in DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Florida is closed for refurbishment. No opening timeframe has been given.

All is quiet as the park prepares to remove Halloween Horror Nights 2026 decor and transition into the Holiday season.

Refurbishments

Please keep in mind that refurbishment dates can change.

Jurassic World – The Ride is closed for refurbishment. It is scheduled to reopen on November 21, 2026.

Super Silly Fun Land Wet Play Area is closed for refurbishment. It is scheduled to reopen on March 28, 2027

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