FIRST LOOK: New Details Announced for the Universal Kids Resort
A new concept, a new theme park, and a whole new experience is coming, just for kids!
Universal Destinations & Experiences is bringing something new to Texas with Universal Kids Resort, set to open in 2026 in Frisco.
Universal Kids Resort
This is the company’s first theme park built specifically for children, with every detail designed for young guests and their families.
Family-friendly Fun
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“It is a world where kids are encouraged to play, to use their imagination, to pique curiosity, and to find fun ways to explore,” said Randolph Borden, senior show producer. “This is a park that young kids are going to know immediately is for them.”
The park, which opens this year just released some exciting new details that young fans will love.
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The park features seven themed lands:
- Isle of Curiosity
- DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp
- Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom
- Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club
- Jurassic World Adventure Camp
- DreamWorks’ TrollsFest
- DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar
At the center is the Isle of Curiosity, featuring DreamWorks’ Gabby’s Dollhouse, shaded lawns, character meet-and-greets, retail, and dining.
Shrek’s Swamp will offer playgrounds, wet and dry play zones, and the Shrek & Fiona’s Happily Ever After ride. Guests can also enjoy meet-and-greets and themed snacks.
Universal Kids Resort
Bikini Bottom brings rides like Jellyfish Fields Jamboree, Barnacle Bus, Bobbing Barrels, and Mrs. Puff’s Boating School. Fun!
Favorite characters, Midway games, Pineapple Paradise, and Goofy Goober’s are part of the fun.
Universal Kids Resort
Bello Bay Club features Minion-themed water battles, the Bello Bay Cruise, Golf Cart Derby, meet-and-greets, shopping, and snacks.
Over at Jurassic World Adventure Camp, guests can experience the Cretaceous Coaster, Double Helix Spin, Pteranodrop, lookout towers, play zones, dinosaur encounters, and dining at Jurassic World Canteen.
Universal Kids Resort
TrollsFest brings rides like Rhonda’s Express and Hair in the Clouds to life. Be sure to check out the dance parties, interactive shows, play areas, sensory gardens, shopping, and dining at Trolls Eatz!
Finally, Puss in Boots Del Mar features Swings Over Del Mar, live shows, meet-and-greets, carnival games, and more!
More Offerings and Experiences
The resort also includes a 300-room on-site hotel that also serves as the park entrance.
It is perfectly designed for families, offering a place to relax after a full day of activities. There are also sensory garden zones and quiet places where guests can step away, cool down, and avoid overload.
Frisco was chosen due to its rapid growth and strong base of young families. “It’s filled with young families, and that’s who this park is geared toward,” Randolph said.
Randolph says the park will surprise guests and shares his excitement about opening day. “There’s always that amazing first day when people get to come and explore… that’s a great payoff.”
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