Overview

• Jurassic Park River Adventure is slated to be closed for nearly all of 2026, Rip Ride Rockit has been permanently removed, the Hogwarts Express has planned downtime in February, and Volcano Bay will be shut from October through March.
• Recent headlines include a 32-year-old guest’s death after riding Epic Universe’s Stardust Racers, with inspectors finding the coaster operating correctly.
• A widely shared TikTok showed a Jurassic Park River Adventure boat tipping and leaving riders partially submerged before staff leveled the vehicle.
• Reporters say Epic Universe’s debut continues to drive heavy attendance expected to persist into 2026, increasing congestion across the resort.
• Coverage notes that tickets, hotels, food, and parking are approaching Disney-level prices as construction walls and redevelopment reduce usable park space, leading outlets to recommend waiting until 2027 or later.