Universal Orlando Resort just announced a whole slate of new entertainment that are coming this summer and they include a new parade.
Universal Mega Movie Parade
On July 3, Universal Orlando will debut its largest daytime parade to date.
The Universal Mega Movie Parade will bring together scenes and characters from iconic movie franchises in a one-of-a-kind celebration. These movies include: E.T., Back to the Future, Jaws, Ghostbusters, Jurassic World, Illumination’s Minions and Sing and DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls and Kung Fu Panda.
This new daytime parade will have 13 new floats with special effects and nearly 100 performers including dancers, skaters, stilt walkers, poi performers and more.
A 16-foot Stay Puft Marshmallow Man is confirmed to top the Ghostbusters float. Caterbus and giant rainbows will adorn the Trolls float. A live marching drum line will perform the iconic movie score of Jaws alongside the movie’s parade float, and the Jurassic World float will feature a Gyrosphere, raptors and a T-rex.
“We are thrilled to debut an array of never-before-seen experiences for the entire family to enjoy from day to night. These new experiences – coupled with the amazing attractions currently in our theme parks – will allow our guests to create lasting memories that will make this summer truly unforgettable.”
-Karen Irwin, President & COO of Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando’s Summer Tribute Store will mirror the themes of the new parade with special themed rooms, merchandise and photo ops. Universal Orlando Resort teased more information about the Universal Orlando’s Summer Tribute Store will be coming in the future.
Universal Orlando also revealed the opening date for the resort’s new DreamWorks Land in today’s announcement. They also announced that a new Hogwarts Always Castle Projection Show in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmede and a new lagoon show are also coming this summer.
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