Universal Kids Resort to open in 2026: Universal's first park designed for young children
At Magic Holidays We love to share every new piece of news from the theme park world, and this one definitely fills us with excitement!Universal Kids Resort to open in 2026 in Frisco, Texas! 🎢💫
It will be the first Universal park designed especially for families with young children, a completely new proposal, full of colors, beloved characters and interactive play areas that promise to transform the way you experience the Universal magic.
🌟 A new family adventure in the heart of Texas.
Universal Destinations & Experiences confirmed that Universal Kids Resort will be a completely new themed resort, designed from the ground up to offer fun, safety and unforgettable experiences for the youngest members of the family.
Located in Frisco, Texas, the resort will include:
🏰 A theme park with several immersive themed areas.
🏨 A 300-room family hotel with design inspired by Universal's most beloved characters.
🌳 Green areas and sensory spaces where children can play, relax and explore.
This park does not seek to be the largest, but the most charming and accessible for travelers with young children dreaming of their first big Universal park experience.
🎠 Confirmed thematic areas: worlds to explore
The new park will offer multiple themed "lands, each inspired by iconic movies that kids (and grown-ups, too) love.
🐸 Shrek's Swamp
A fun-filled swamp where visitors can play, splash and meet Shrek, Donkey and Fiona in person.
🐱 Puss in Boots Del Mar
A corner full of Spanish charm, inspired by the brave Puss in Boots and his adventures.
💛 Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club
An area with interactive games and activities inspired by the hilarious Minions, with humor, chaos and lots of yellow energy.
🦖 Jurassic World Adventure Camp
An exploration camp where little paleontologists can discover fossils and face the excitement of the Jurassic world.
🌈 TrollsFest
A festival full of color, music and dance, with Trolls characters ready to celebrate happiness in every corner.
🍍 SpongeBob SquarePants: Bikini Bottom
Visitors will be able to dive to the bottom of the sea and experience adventures with SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick and Squidward in a fun and vibrant version of Bikini Bottom.
🔍 Isle of Curiosity
An area that encourages exploration and creativity, with interactive spaces designed for learning through play.
📅 When will Universal Kids Resort open?
Although Universal has not yet announced an exact date, official reports confirm that Universal Kids Resort in Texas is scheduled to open in the spring or summer of 2026.
According to the construction permits and local sources, the park should be in operation by June 30, 2026.
So... you can start dreaming about your next family vacation in Texas! ☀️
🎨 A playground designed for the little ones (and for parents too)
Unlike traditional parks, Universal Kids Resort will offer low-rise attractions, sensory zones, interactive fountains and lounge spaces so families can spend the entire day in total comfort.
Every detail is designed to create a welcoming atmosphere, without endless lines or unexpected scares, but moments of connection and discovery as a family.
A new way of living the Universal magic
At Magic Holidays we believe that this new park will be the beginning of a new era for traveling families: a space where imagination, fun and play combine in perfect harmony.
Universal Kids Resort will be the place where the little ones can have their first great Universal adventure, with characters they know and love, and with all the comfort that parents look for in a family trip.
Would you like to experience it with us?
At Magic Holidays we are already planning special packages so you can be one of the first to experience Universal Kids Resort in Texas.
