Universal Speeds Teardown of Rip Ride Rockit Site as 2027 Replacement Rumors Swirl
Visible demolition behind construction walls signals a rapid transition with no official replacement announced.
Overview
- Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit permanently closed earlier this year after years of rough rides and frequent breakdowns.
- Universal has fenced off the area and begun dismantling parts of the former coaster, indicating an accelerated removal.
- Reports citing Orlando Theme Park Zone suggest a potential new attraction could be ready by late 2027, though timelines remain unconfirmed.
- Speculation points to either a Ghostbusters concept or an East Coast take on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, but Universal has not revealed plans.
- The retired coaster was known for an onboard music system that once offered about 30 song choices, later reduced to five.