Did you forget about the Universal theme park coming to Texas? You can bet we haven’t!
The Universal Kids Resort is set to open in 2026 in Frisco, Texas, and Universal just dropped new details on what to expect. Let’s just say, you’re going to be planning a trip to Texas after reading this.
The 32-acre theme park, all focused on kids, will have seven lands, including:
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- DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp
- DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar
- Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club
- Jurassic World Adventure Camp
- DreamWorks’ TrollsFest
- Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom
- Isle of Curiosity
Molly Murphy, the President of Universal Creative, said, “Universal Kids Resort embodies the spirit of igniting thrill that drives everything we create — designed to bring our youngest guests and families together through play, creativity, and beloved characters and stories. It’s a destination made for kids and, as a regional theme park, brings Universal’s signature storytelling to families close to home.”
You’ll enter through the Isle of Curiosity, which is a whimsical gateway with plenty of space to explore. Gabby from Gabby’s Dollhouse will have a special meet and greet, followed by a dance party.
At Shrek’s Swamp, you can meet Shrek and Fiona and take photos in the onion carriage. There will be two interactive play areas, including Shrek’s Swamp Rompin’ Stomp and Shrek’s Swamp Plash & Smash, where kids can stomp and splash away.
Puss in Boots Del Mar has a meet and greet for Puss, along with carnival games to play. This ride looks so fun!
Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club will have “water-soaked fun.” There are special meet and greet areas and interactive play areas with plenty of surprises. Families can take part in action-packed competitions or just sit and watch the chaos unfold. Let’s go on a water ride!
At Jurassic World Adventure Camp, you can meet a newly hatched baby dinosaur or climb in the Lookout Towers play area to get an incredible view of the park. We love a good playground and meeting dinosaurs.
Here’s another look at the Jurassic Park area. Looks like there will be a roller coaster and that playground looks awesome!
For TrollsFest, there will be music playing as you can meet Poppy and Branch, along with two interactive play areas called Poppy’s Playland and Trolls Critter Crawl. It looks like there will be a roller coaster and another ride here.
The land I’m most nostalgic for is SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom, where you can meet SpongeBob, Patrick, and Sandy, and explore Mussel Beach and Pineapple Paradise for water fun.
This theme park is meant for kids to PLAY, and we’re here for it. Universal is excited for their Team Members to use sidewalk chalk, water blasters, and bubbles to add more fun to the resort. There will also be several sensory gardens for families to pause, reset, and connect. The spaces were designed to explore touch, sound, and color in a calming, nature-inspired setting.
The 300-room hotel will be just steps away from the park, allowing you to stay the night and then walk to the theme park in the morning. Who doesn’t love staying that close to the resort?
Can 2026 come sooner? We’re ready to grab a ticket and run to the resort because we all want to feel like kids again. Make sure you keep following AllEars for more updates.
UPDATE: SEE CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS AT THE NEW UNIVERSAL TEXAS THEME PARK
Are you excited for Universal Kids Resort? Tell us what you’re looking forward to in the comments.
As a fan of Gabby’s Dollhouse; I am excited for this.