Universal's Islands of Adventure
2026-06-13
Events
Jurassic Park River Adventure — Refurbishment
Jurassic Park River Adventure is closed for an extended refurbishment expected to incorporate Jurassic World theming. As of late July 2026, Universal's official schedule lists November 20, 2026 as the reopening date (moved a day later from the previous November 19 target), though the closure has already been extended multiple times over the year and this date could still move. No testing or preview dates announced yet.
Pteranodon Flyers — Refurbishment
Pteranodon Flyers in Jurassic World at Islands of Adventure reopened July 1, 2026 after an extended refurbishment closure that began February 27.
Hogwarts Always
Seasonal projection show on Hogwarts Castle at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade, highlighting key moments from a school year at Hogwarts. Runs from dusk to park close approximately every 20 minutes. End date is an estimate based on Universal's summer entertainment window; confirm at universalorlando.com.
More infoSummer weekend with all major Florida school districts on break; expect steady mid-to-high crowds throughout the day. Hogwarts Always projection show runs nightly from dusk — evening crowds linger in Hogsmeade. 60% storm chance — afternoon thunderstorms likely to temporarily thin outdoor queues.
What Actually Happened
Actual crowd score: 7 · We predicted 7
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What to Pack
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