Universal confirms the end of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit in September

Universal confirms the end of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit in September

Universal Studios Florida is closing Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit — a roller coaster with a musical soundtrack — in early September for a new attraction, the theme park company confirmed Friday. Universal’s plans to demolish the coaster, which opened in 2009, were made public and became fodder on social media this week. Universal said it plans to release details about Rip Ride Rockit’s replacement in the future. The 167-foot-tall, $45 million Holly…

Confirmed: Universal closing Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster will be permanently closed at Universal Studios theme park in 2025, Universal Orlando officials confirmed Friday. The bright orange coaster debuted in 2009 with an extensive playlist of songs that passengers could choose to listen to during the ride. The ride will shut down in early September of 2025 “to make way for a new experience,” according to a Universal statement shared with the Orlando Sentinel. T…

Universal Orlando Gears Up for Major Changes as 2025 Approaches - Inside the Magic

Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls, a beloved water ride at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, has reopened after its routine annual refurbishment. Known for its playful cartoon theme and thrilling 75-foot drop, the attraction received a fresh coat of paint, repairs to its animatronics, and enhanced sound effects during its month-long closure. Guests can now once again enjoy the ride’s twists, turns, and guaranteed splash, making it a highlight for f…

Universal Orlando files permit to remove roller coaster, documents show

A ride at Universal Studios in Orlando appears to be nearing its end.

Universal Orlando wants to replace Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster. Here’s what we know

We may be looking at the final countdown for Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Orlando Resort.Documents filed by Universal with the South Florida Water Management District show the theme park wants to tear down the ride and replace it with something with virtually the same footprint.The filing with SFWMD is typical if the park is looking to make changes that could affect the environment or underlying drainage infrastructure.The plans call f…

Universal Orlando Confirms Closure of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit After Permits Were Filed For It's Removal

On December 23, 2024, Universal Orlando filed a permit with the South Florida Water Management District to remove the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit and replace it with new buildings. After the news got out yesterday, @TeaTimeontheLiftHill asked Universal Orlando when the attraction would close, and they answered. The Rip Ride Rockit will close in September 2025.   Hello! Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit will close in early September 2025 to make way for a…