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Upcoming resort in Frisco, Texas From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Universal Kids Resort is an upcoming 94-acre (38 ha) children's theme park and entertainment resort under construction in Frisco, Texas, United States. Scheduled to open in May 2026, it will be the sixth Universal Studios Resort, and the third in the United States. The park will feature seven themed areas based on Gabby's Dollhouse, Trolls, Shrek, Puss in Boots, Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous, SpongeBob SquarePants, and Minions.
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On January 11, 2023, the company announced a "new concept"-styled resort, geared especially towards families with children.[1] The resort will feature immersive themed lands and celebrate Universal's brand of entertainment, innovation, and characters.[2][1] On March 8, 2023, NBCUniversal's theme park division Universal Parks & Resorts changed their name to Universal Destinations & Experiences.[3] Construction began in Frisco, Texas, in November 2023,[4][5] with an estimated cost of around $550 million.[6] On December 1, 2023, the name of the resort was revealed to be "Universal Kids Resort".[4] The resort will encompass 32 acres (13 ha) of land and include a 5-story, 300-room hotel.[7][8]
In February 2024, Moss Utilities LLC was hired as the utilities contractor for the park.[9] On June 1, 2024, the park was expected to open in June 2026.[5][6][10] In November 2024, the park was estimated to open by May 2026, in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will occur in the region.[11] The main road to the resort, Universal Parkway, was expected to open in 2024, with an estimated cost of around $12.94 million.[12][13] By January 2025, the road was then projected to open later in the year.[14]
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Areas and attractions
Universal Kids Resort will consist of seven themed lands. In clockwise order from entry, the themed lands will be based on Gabby's Dollhouse, Trolls, Shrek, Puss in Boots, Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous, SpongeBob SquarePants[a], and Minions.[15][16] The themed lands are expected to consist of swing rides, a river rapids ride, an aerial carousel, a spinning tea cup ride, and two roller coasters.[15]
Gabby's Dollhouse
Gabby's Dollhouse is inspired by DreamWorks Animation's Gabby's Dollhouse series.
Pop Village
Pop Village is inspired by DreamWorks Animation's Trolls franchise.
Far Far Away / San Ricardo
Far Far Away and San Ricardo are inspired by DreamWorks Animation's Shrek/Puss in Boots franchise.
Jurassic World
Jurassic World is inspired by Amblin Entertainment and DreamWorks Animation's Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous series. The land will include an attraction called "Jurassic World: Cretaceous Coaster".[17][18]
Bikini Bottom
Bikini Bottom is inspired by Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants series.
Minion Land
Minion Land is inspired by Illumination's Minions franchise.
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Notes
- The intellectual property rights are owned by Nickelodeon Animation Studio and United Plankton Pictures.
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