Why May 23rd Is Suddenly an Important Day at Universal Orlando

We love heading to Universal Orlando in the summer. Where else can you relive classic movies like Jaws, Jurassic Park, and Harry Potter all in one place?

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Universal Orlando just announced a new summer event that will create even more movie magic at their theme parks!

This summer, Universal Orlando will premiere a blockbuster lineup of limited-time experiences to celebrate iconic films. From May 23rd through August 10th, you can enjoy a variety of cinematic-inspired experiences, including character meet-and-greets, can’t-miss photo ops, interactive activations, an assortment of new menu items, and exclusive merchandise collections!

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Universal Studios Florida will have a new, limited-time Disclosure Day exhibit to celebrate the upcoming Steven Spielberg movie! You can explore a collection of props and behind-the-scenes stories commemorating some of his most iconic movies. Plus, you can catch Disclosure Day in theaters on June 12th.

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There, you can also celebrate another Spielberg classic, Jaws! Universal Studios Florida will have interactive experiences, including a series of photo ops highlighting iconic elements and settings from the film, along with specialty “bites” and drinks. Guests can also shop a new parks-exclusive merchandise collection that includes limited-release apparel, accessories, and more.

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Plus, you can get a glimpse of the Despicable Me spin-off film, Minions & Monsters, with interactive photo ops featuring two new Minions that will be introduced in the film, Henry and James. To eat, there will be special menu items at the Minion Cafe inspired by the film and its characters, including Irene’s Creamsicle Cheesecake Fold Over and Monster Marshmallow Lemonade. You can shop park-exclusive merchandise such as Minions & Monsters blind box collectible figures and a shoulder pal of Goomi, one of the adorable new characters from the film.

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At Universal CityWalk, you can head to Cinemark for their Summer Movie Series! On select dates from June 20th through August 26th, you can go back in time and revisit classic films with screenings of beloved movies, including Back to the Future, Jaws, E.T. – The Extra-Terrestrial, and more!

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Returning events include the Universal Mega Movie Parade at Universal Studios Florida, a parade that combines iconic movies like E.T., Back to the Future, JAWS, Ghostbusters, Jurassic World, Minions, Trolls, and Kung Fu Panda with more than a dozen floats, nearly 100 performers, and special effects to create a jaw-dropping experience that allows you to relive classic film moments in a whole new way!

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To end your night, CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular is also returning! The show takes you on a cinematic adventure through sentimental soundtracks and memorable moments from blockbuster films – all brought to life in a riveting nighttime lagoon show.