Outside the Disney Bubble

Disney Fanatic shares news and experiences that unfold outside of the Disney bubble, including news of Disney’s competitors and beyond.

  • Sep- 2025 -
    4 September
    guests scream and run from scare actor in Universal's HHN haunted house
    Eva Miller
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    Universal Studios Increases Security at Halloween Horror Nights After Guest Misconduct

    Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights 34 has delivered some of the most thrilling and immersive scarezones ever seen, but this year, one of its most popular zones has found itself at the center of controversy. The Catlady of Crooked Lane scarezone, located in Central Park, has drawn attention not only for its creepy, cat-themed design but also for a troubling incident involving guests who all

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  • 4 September
    Universal Orlando Resort guests in front of the globe near Universal Islands of Adventure, where Jurassic Park lives on.
    Emmanuel Detres
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    CEO Confirms Universal Orlando Resort-Wide Overhaul in Massive Shake-Up

    The Universal Orlando parks are about to look totally different, as more rides, new experiences, and major expansions are planned. Universal Orlando Is Growing Faster Than Ever Before The Florida skyline is buzzing with cranes, colorful sets, and construction at Epic Universe, but it’s the whispers behind the scenes that have fans truly excited. Universal Orlando is known for keeping secrets close

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  • 4 September
    A sinister clown in white makeup and a black hat holds a bloody weapon. The word "TERRIFIER" appears in red, jagged letters on a dark background, with festive banners behind him—perfect for Halloween Horror Nights chills.
    Eva Miller
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    Universal’s ‘Terrifier’ Haunted House Just Went From Creepy to Completely Soaked

    Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights has a reputation for pushing scares to the extreme, and this year, one of its most notorious attractions is making waves—literally. The Terrifier haunted house, already infamous among thrill-seekers for its “blood bath” path, has reportedly been made even wetter for 2025. A source on social media shared the latest update: “🚨 TERRIFIER UPDATE 🚨 The &

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  • 3 September
    Guests scared by a monster at Halloween Horror Nights
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    Hollywood Horror Nights Chaos: Guests Taunt Scare Actors With Safety Necklaces

    Universal Studios’ Halloween celebration, Hollywood Horror Nights, has again captured attention—but not entirely for reasons the event intended. This year, some visitors have been spotted using the “Deathly Afraid” necklaces in ways that are raising eyebrows among fans and fellow attendees. Deathly Afraid? Designed to signal to scare actors that a guest does not want to be frightened, the necklace

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  • 3 September
    Guests walk through Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida during the nighttime event.
    Sarah Larson
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    Universal Unravels as Halloween Horror Nights Turns Into a Real-Life Nightmare

    Universal Orlando Resort counts on Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) to deliver every fall. The event has become a legend, mixing blockbuster horror franchises with original nightmares to create an unforgettable evening. But 2025 has taken a darker turn. Halloween Horror Nights was supposed to be the ultimate scream fest—but this year, it’s turning into an absolute nightmare, with fans unleashing thei

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  • 3 September
    Entrance to Hersheypark with people walking in and out; a large Hersheypark sign is above the gate, and a roller coaster is visible in the background at this theme park news.
    Emmanuel Detres
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    Theme Park News: Heroic Father Speaks Out After Child Saved From Shocking Theme Park Scare

    In theme park news, a hero father who saved a boy from potential serious harm is finally speaking out after a scary theme park incident. Theme Park News: Father Who Saved Boy From Monorail System Speaks Out Finally It was a typical day of fun and excitement at Hersheypark—until a sudden shout silenced the crowds: “There’s a kid on the monorail track!” Visitors froze as they watched a small figure

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  • 3 September
    Guests walk through Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida during the nighttime event.
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    Halloween Horror Nights Hit With Alarming Behavior

    Halloween Horror Nights is supposed to feel unpredictable—fog rolling through the streets, monsters blending into the crowd, and sudden scares that keep you looking over your shoulder. But this year, something unexpected is happening, and it’s not the kind of scare Universal wanted. Guests themselves are becoming the problem. Trouble Brewing in the Fog Reports from this year’s event describe a pat

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  • 3 September
    Mixed image: Universal Orlando globe in the background, Fred and Barney from 'The Flintstones' (1994) movie in the foreground
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    Universal Studios Great Britain Could Host ‘Flintstones’-Themed Land

    The upcoming Universal Studios Great Britain has set the rumor mill ablaze with speculation about which blockbuster franchises will appear. Jurassic World, Harry Potter, James Bond, and Paddington have all been floated as possibilities, but one surprising contender could give the park a non-Jurassic prehistoric twist: The Flintstones. At first glance, a Bedrock-themed land might sound unlikely. Ha

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  • 2 September
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    What’s Next for Universal? Rumors Run Rampant on Next Theme Park Project

    Big things are on the way for Universal Studios Florida. Related: Strike Looms Large at EPCOT After Shocking Abuse Allegations Against Manager Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, a towering figure of the Universal Orlando landscape, first opened its gates in 2009. This unique roller coaster was celebrated not only for its thrilling drops and loops but also for its distinctive feature allowing riders to sel

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  • 2 September
    A family of four walks past the Universal Studios Hollywood globe at the entrance to the Southern California theme park. Hogwarts Always Universal Studios Hollywood.
    Emmanuel Detres
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    This Universal Studios Expansion Might Hurt Disneyland in the Long Run (Here’s Why)

    Universal Studios might be gearing up for a monumental expansion set for the near future. Sonething not seen since 1964. Here's what we know about this leaked expansion plan. Universal Studios Prepping for Expansion? Leaked Document Says Yes The chatter began quietly—just a few documents surfacing online—but it didn’t take long for theme park fans to notice. Now, talk of a major Universal Studios

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