Universal Studios Hollywood 2026: New Attractions and What to Expect

Universal Studios Hollywood in 2026

While Disneyland celebrates its 70th anniversary across town, Universal Studios Hollywood is undergoing its own ambitious transformation — investing hundreds of millions of dollars in new attractions, expanded worlds, and experiences that have positioned it as one of the most dynamic theme parks in North America.

Super Nintendo World

The Super Nintendo World expansion remains the park most talked-about recent addition — a multi-acre land that transports guests into the Mushroom Kingdom. The flagship attraction, Mario Kart: Bowser Challenge, uses augmented reality headsets, physical set pieces, and projection mapping to create one of the most technologically sophisticated ride experiences at any theme park.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

The Hogsmeade area continues to be one of the park strongest draws, offering the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey dark ride — consistently rated among the best theme park attractions in the world — alongside Flight of the Hippogriff and the interactive Ollivanders wand experience.

The Studio Tour

The Studio Tour remains unique among all theme park attractions worldwide — a genuine working studio backlot tour that has been continuously operating since 1964. Recent updates have integrated new special effects sequences, and the tour continues to pass through active production stages and iconic outdoor sets.