Jurassic Park River Adventure To Close Jan. 5–Nov. 19 for Refurbishment Budgeted at Least $14.8 Million

Overview

• Universal’s calendar shows a planned-maintenance closure from January 5 to November 19, 2026, making January 4 the last day of operation.
• Orange County documents indicate a minimum budget of $14.8 million for the work.
• Universal has not provided detailed specifics on the scope, and reporting finds no evidence supporting a Jurassic World retheme.
• Long-reported issues include aging animatronics, glitchy sensors, non-firing effects, and water damage observed since past storms.
• The 10–11 month downtime far exceeds typical winter refurbishments, suggesting more than routine upkeep.