Stardust Racers roller coaster stalls at Epic Universe amid cold, windy weather
Universal Orlando’s new thrill ride, Stardust Racers, came to an unexpected stop Sunday.
Universal Orlando’s new thrill ride, Stardust Racers, came to an unexpected stop Sunday.
New Universal Orlando attraction? Social media post hints at big announcement
The resort shared a teaser on social media over the weekend, hinting at an upcoming attraction announcement on Tuesday.
The resort shared a teaser on social media over the weekend, hinting at an upcoming attraction announcement on Tuesday.
Report: Woman dead after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida
A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding the "Revenge of the Mummy" ride at Universal Orlando Resort – and later died at the hospital, according to the state's latest theme park incidents report.
A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding the "Revenge of the Mummy" ride at Universal Orlando Resort – and later died at the hospital, according to the state's latest theme park incidents report.
Joey Fatone, Shaggy to headline Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras concerts
Universal's Mardi Gras celebration kicks off Feb. 7 and runs through April 4.
Universal's Mardi Gras celebration kicks off Feb. 7 and runs through April 4.
Universal's Jurassic Park River Adventure closing for nearly year-long refurbishment
The Islands of Adventure water ride will be closed for 10 months for refurbishment.
The Islands of Adventure water ride will be closed for 10 months for refurbishment.
Celebrating New Year's Eve at Central Florida's theme parks
If you’re looking for ways to ring in the new year at Florida’s theme parks, there are plenty of options.
If you’re looking for ways to ring in the new year at Florida’s theme parks, there are plenty of options.
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's family, Universal reach agreement in Epic Universe Stardust Racers death: Attorneys
A settlement has been reached between Universal and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who died after riding Epic Universe's Stardust Racers coasters, attorney Ben Crump has announced. The details were kept confidential.
A settlement has been reached between Universal and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who died after riding Epic Universe's Stardust Racers coasters, attorney Ben Crump has announced. The details were kept confidential.
Reports: Doctor claims Kevin Rodriguez Zavala didn't have a pulse after riding Stardust Racers
A doctor – who was on vacation at Universal Studio's EPIC Universe – witnessed the moments following of Kevin Rodriguez-Zavala on the duel-launch roller coaster Stardust Racers in September, which led to his death.
A doctor – who was on vacation at Universal Studio's EPIC Universe – witnessed the moments following of Kevin Rodriguez-Zavala on the duel-launch roller coaster Stardust Racers in September, which led to his death.
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala: Death report explains what happened on Stardust Racers ride
The Orange County Sheriff's Office released its 11-page incident report into the death of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who became unconscious and died after riding the Stardust Racers dual-launch roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office released its 11-page incident report into the death of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who became unconscious and died after riding the Stardust Racers dual-launch roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe.
Universal Orlando releases details for Mardi Gras 2026
The good times will soon be rolling again when Mardi Gras returns to Universal Orlando.
The good times will soon be rolling again when Mardi Gras returns to Universal Orlando.
Universal Orlando launches $220 'Freedom Pass' for military members
Universal Orlando has a special annual pass just for members of the military and their families.
Universal Orlando has a special annual pass just for members of the military and their families.
New Universal permit hints at expansion project at Epic Universe
Universal Orlando might be getting ready for an expansion project at its new Epic Universe theme park, a new permit indicates.
Universal Orlando might be getting ready for an expansion project at its new Epic Universe theme park, a new permit indicates.
Disney’s Magic Kingdom remains most visited park in the world, report says
Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says.
Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says.
When could we see Epic Universe annual passes?
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest news as Universal Orlando released multi-day ticket packages for Epic Universe in 2026. The pair also give a sneak peek at the Wicked Experience upgrades for Wicked: For Good, Scream-A-Geddon in Dade City and when you can expect Christmas food items at the theme parks.
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest news as Universal Orlando released multi-day ticket packages for Epic Universe in 2026. The pair also give a sneak peek at the Wicked Experience upgrades for Wicked: For Good, Scream-A-Geddon in Dade City and when you can expect Christmas food items at the theme parks.
Universal Orlando 2026 park-to-park tickets to include Epic Universe
Universal Orlando has released more ticket options for those looking to visit its theme parks – Universal Orlando, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Epic Universe – in 2026.
Universal Orlando has released more ticket options for those looking to visit its theme parks – Universal Orlando, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Epic Universe – in 2026.
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's family again demands Epic Universe's Stardust Racers to close for investigations
The family of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who died after riding Epic Universe's Stardust Racers, is now demanding the roller coaster be closed after new alleged reports of restraint malfunctions on the ride.
The family of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who died after riding Epic Universe's Stardust Racers, is now demanding the roller coaster be closed after new alleged reports of restraint malfunctions on the ride.
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's family: We want better safety standards, not to tear down Universal, Stardust Racers
Attorney Ben Crump and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the 32-year-old man who died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, accused Universal Orlando on Monday of putting "profits over people" by reopening the ride weeks after Zavala's death.
Attorney Ben Crump and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the 32-year-old man who died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, accused Universal Orlando on Monday of putting "profits over people" by reopening the ride weeks after Zavala's death.
Kevin Zavala's mom: We don't want Stardust Racers closed forever
The parents of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the 32-year-old man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe on Sept. 17, 2025, said they do not want the roller coaster to be closed forever, but believe Universal opened the ride to soon. They want the ride to remain closed while their investigative experts could look at the ride. Attorneys also alleged that Universal did not give the family a heads up before announcing that the ride would reopen.
The parents of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the 32-year-old man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe on Sept. 17, 2025, said they do not want the roller coaster to be closed forever, but believe Universal opened the ride to soon. They want the ride to remain closed while their investigative experts could look at the ride. Attorneys also alleged that Universal did not give the family a heads up before announcing that the ride would reopen.
Stardust Racers update: Epic Universe coaster prepared to open. What we know.
Universal Orlando is prepared to reopen its Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, slightly more than two weeks after the death of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala.
Universal Orlando is prepared to reopen its Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, slightly more than two weeks after the death of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala.
New details in Epic Universe Stardust Racers death
The Orange County Sheriff's Office released the incident report from the night first responders arrived at Universal's Epic Universe theme park after a 32-year-old man -- later identified as Kevin Rodriguez Zavala -- became unresponsive while on the Stardust Racers coaster and died. The new report details the response time, timeline, and where Zavala was on the ride. Zavala died from blunt force injuries, the Orange County Medical Examiner determined.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office released the incident report from the night first responders arrived at Universal's Epic Universe theme park after a 32-year-old man -- later identified as Kevin Rodriguez Zavala -- became unresponsive while on the Stardust Racers coaster and died. The new report details the response time, timeline, and where Zavala was on the ride. Zavala died from blunt force injuries, the Orange County Medical Examiner determined.