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.

  • Aug- 2025 -
    7 August
    A large Six Flags theme park with a colorful Ferris wheel and a yellow roller coaster stands behind a parking lot filled with cars. Green trees and bushes line the edge of the lot under a partly cloudy sky.
    Rick Lye
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    Fans Speculate on Future Closures Following Six Flags Attendance Issues

    Six Flags Sees Major Attendance Drops Six Flags Entertainment has reported a 17 percent decline in attendance during the first quarter, causing alarm among stakeholders of North America’s largest theme park operator. The drop was primarily attributed to unfavorable weather conditions, with rainstorms nationwide deterring visitors. Such attendance issues have raised concerns about the company’s ove

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  • 7 August
    Universal's iconic lighthouse with a sign that reads “Islands of Adventure”
    Sarah Larson
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    Universal Orlando Delivers Crushing News Before Busiest Time of the Year

    Universal Orlando Resort has been firing on all cylinders. Over the past year, it’s delivered an impressive mix of fresh attractions, live entertainment, and the kind of park expansion most theme parks only dream about. Each new addition seemed to feed into the next, building a momentum that kept fans buzzing. From a lively family land to a blockbuster parade, and finally a game-changing new park,

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  • 6 August
    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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    Rumor: Universal Overhauling ‘Worst Ride Ever’ to Make Way for ‘Back to the Future’ Revival

    Universal Orlando Resort is seeking to continue its streak of honoring its retired attractions with a fresh, new rumor that might make thousands of people happy. It might even take them back in time. Universal Orlando Resort Looks To Bring Back Something From the Past It’s the kind of rumor that makes longtime Universal fans sit up and pay attention. A single online post—backed by a respected name

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  • 5 August
    Fury 325 Carowinds at Six Flags.
    Emmanuel Detres
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    Six Flags Theme Park Closes Entirely—Guests Left Scrambling After Devastating Update

    A Six Flags theme park closed down for 24 hours and did not let anyone inside. Here's why. Six Flags Theme Park Goes Dark for 24 Hours One of the busiest days of summer at Carowinds just turned into a total washout. Literally. On Tuesday morning, Carowinds announced it would not open at all on August 5th, 2025, due to severe weather sweeping through the Carolinas. For thousands of guests—some who

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  • 5 August
    Universal Orlando Resort guests driving into the parking garage for a day in the theme parks, where the Hogwarts Express is located.
    Emmanuel Detres
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    Unbelievable: 13.4-Hour Wait Hits Universal Ride, Breaking All Records

    Did Universal guests really wait nearly 14 hours for an indoor ride? Universal Guests See Record-Setting Wait Time for Indoor Ride on Official Mobile App 805 minutes. That’s what the Universal Orlando Resort app showed for the wait time at Transformers: The Ride 3D—a number so outrageous, it set off a wave of panic and sarcasm across the internet. The jaw-dropping figure, clocking in at over 13 ho

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  • 5 August
    Universal Orlando Resort guests in front of the globe near Universal Islands of Adventure, where Jurassic Park lives on.
    Andrew Boardwine
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    Universal Orlando Announces Surprise Closure for Popular Thrill Ride

    Universal Orlando has been in the headlines lately, and not just for new attractions. The park recently confirmed Hollywood Rip Ride RockIt will permanently close on August 18, 2025 — and now another popular coaster is about to go offline, albeit for a much shorter stretch. Rip Ride RockIt’s departure is already bittersweet for fans who love its blend of towering drops and personalized music playl

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  • 5 August
    The Universal Orlando Resort globe spinning around. closure Universal Studios Florida
    Luke Dammann
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    Universal Debuts New Safety Update for Classic Attraction

    A surprising new update is here for a classic Universal Studios attraction. Related: Epic Universe's Security Team Has a Message: No Wands Near Rides Universal Orlando Resort has introduced a fresh safety video for the widely popular Revenge of the Mummy ride. This upgrade showcases updated safety measures, ensuring guests have a pleasant and secure experience. The new video aligns with contempora

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  • 5 August
    Mickey and Universal
    Sarah Larson
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    Universal Orlando’s Disney-Like Changes Are Shaking Up the Rivalry

    Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World have been in a friendly but fierce competition for decades. Each side has tried to outdo the other with thrilling rides, jaw-dropping technology, and guest experiences that keep fans returning year after year. That push-and-pull has led to enormous park expansions and some of the most ambitious attractions in the world. But recently, Universal has bee

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  • 4 August
    Decorative golden and green archway with a clock and the inscription "For in dreams we enter a world that is entirely our own," set against a partly cloudy sky at Epic Universe.
    Andrew Boardwine
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    Months After Opening, Epic Universe Is Already Showing Alarming Damage

    Universal Orlando’s newest theme park was supposed to mark a bold new era for themed entertainment. With immersive lands themed to How to Train Your Dragon, Harry Potter, Universal Classic Monsters, and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, Epic Universe launched in May 2025 with record-breaking crowds, glowing reviews, and sky-high expectations. But just months later, a new video has surfaced—and it’s leaving so

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  • 2 August
    Concept artwork for the upcoming new Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort.
    Chloe James
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    Wizarding World Expands Again as ‘Harry Potter’ Attraction Heads to Chicago

    The magic of Harry Potter keeps finding new ways to manifest — this time, under the trees of suburban Illinois. The move is part of a broader strategy to bring immersive, experience-driven entertainment to regional audiences. While fans have long traveled to London or Orlando to get their Hogwarts fix, Warner Bros. and partners have increasingly invested in limited-run, location-based attractions

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