Universal Orlando Sets Nearly Yearlong Closure for Jurassic Park River Adventure in 2026
The length of the refurbishment fuels expectations of a major reimagining based on Universal's recent Jurassic World precedents.
Overview
- Universal lists the attraction as closed from January 5 to November 19, 2026 for an extended refurbishment.
- The company describes the project as an effort to “enhance” the experience but has not disclosed specific changes.
- Coverage and fan discussions frame the timeline as indicative of a substantial overhaul, potentially a Jurassic World-style retheme, which remains unconfirmed.
- Universal Studios Hollywood reworked its comparable ride into Jurassic World: The Ride in 2019, offering a clear template for what Orlando could pursue.
- Orlando’s addition of the Jurassic World–themed VelociCoaster in 2021 underscores the resort’s broader shift, as fans weigh modernization against preserving the classic Jurassic Park aesthetic.