{"id":253201,"date":"2026-05-01T00:01:12","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T00:01:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/253201\/"},"modified":"2026-05-01T00:01:12","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T00:01:12","slug":"universal-orlando-turns-summer-2026-into-spielberg-fueled-blockbuster-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/253201\/","title":{"rendered":"Universal Orlando turns summer 2026 into Spielberg-fueled blockbuster season"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2013 Summer is getting a lot more cinematic at Universal Orlando Resort<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Running May 23 through Aug. 10, the resort is offering a blockbuster lineup of limited-time experiences.<\/p>\n

The Spielberg Summer Blockbusters features \u201cDisclosure Day\u201d exhibit at Universal Studios Florida, which showcases props and behind-the-scenes stories from some of Steven Spielberg\u2019s most iconic movies \u2014 including the upcoming Universal Pictures release \u201cDisclosure Day,\u201d hitting theaters June 12.<\/p>\n

Jaws fans can sink their teeth into a fresh wave of interactive photo ops at Universal Studios Florida, along with specialty food and drink offerings and a new park-exclusive merchandise collection.<\/p>\n

Fans of everyone\u2019s favorite yellow troublemakers can get an early look at Illumination\u2019s \u201cMinions & Monsters\u201d through character meet-and-greets, themed menu items, and exclusive collectibles \u2014 including a shoulder pal of new character Goomi.<\/p>\n

Returning favorites<\/p>\n

The Universal Mega Movie Parade returns to Universal Studios Florida, featuring more than a dozen floats and nearly 100 performers celebrating films like \u201cE.T.\u201d, \u201cGhostbusters\u201d, \u201cJurassic World\u201d, and more.<\/p>\n

Guests can also catch free outdoor screenings of classics like \u201cBack to the Future\u201d and \u201cE.T.\u201d through the Summer Movie Series at Universal CityWalk on select dates from June 20 through Aug. 26 (movie ticket required).<\/p>\n

Deals to sweeten the trip<\/p>\n

Florida residents can snag Buy a Day, Get a 2nd Day Free on a 1-Day Park-to-Park Ticket, plus up to 25% off select hotel stays. U.S., Canadian and Latin American visitors can grab the Buy 3 Days, Get 2 Days Free ticket offer \u2014 scoring five days of park access for the price of three.<\/p>\n

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops<\/p>\n

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