Universal's Islands of Adventure
2026-06-20
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 infoFather's Day weekend Saturday — high family turnout. Jurassic Park River Adventure refurb (through Nov 19); Pteranodon Flyers refurb through July 3. High storm chance (60%) — pack rain gear for afternoon. VelociCoaster, Hagrid's, River Adventure, and Pteranodon Flyers all closed — crowds compress onto remaining attractions.
What Actually Happened
Actual crowd score: 7 · We predicted 6
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