Universal takes first steps reviving Florida's theme park business

With masks on their faces and temperature checks at entrances, Harry Potter fans and roller coaster lovers streamed back into Universal Orlando Resort this week in one of the first major steps toward reviving Florida’s theme park industry, which was left temporarily moribund by closures to stop the spread of the new coronavirus.

Universal Orlando's three parks will officially reopen on June 5

On Friday, Universal Orlando announced its three parks, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Volcano Bay will welcome back guests on June 5.

Orange County Task Force approves phased reopening of Universal Orlando, public allowed on June 5th

Universal Orlando Resort will enact several safety protocols, including temperature checks at every entrance, mandatory masks for both guests and employees, a touchless experience, mobile food ordering, increased use of the Universal app on mobile devices, and more.

Universal Orlando actor fired for making racist hand gesture in photo

A Universal Orlando actor who was dressed as movie character “Gru” has been fired for making an “OK” hand gesture that has been designated a hate symbol used by white supremacists in a photo with a biracial girl.