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Universal has announced the opening of Universal Kids Resort, a Universal Destinations & Experiences’ first-ever regional theme park in Frisco, Texas.
Specifically designed for children ages 3-8, the theme park’s opening featured a kid-tastic celebration emceed by Laila Lockhart Kraner, star of Gabby’s Dollhouse. The event continued with a processional with kids and characters paraded to the Isle of Curiosity.
The Universal event culminated with a countdown to the park’s official opening, marked by a storm of colorful confetti, vibrant daytime pyro, a ribbon cutting with a giant pair of children’s scissors – and tons of smiles, laughter and dancing.
“Today’s an exciting day for all kidkind as we officially open Universal Kids Resort,” said Page Thompson, President, New Ventures, Universal Destinations & Experiences in a statement. “Every aspect of this park was designed with kids in mind, and it’s amazing to see the smiles on their faces as they enjoy all that Universal Kids Resort has to offer.”
Three years in the making, Universal Kids Resort features seven dedicated areas that celebrate beloved characters and stories including DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp, Jurassic World Adventure Camp, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom, Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club, DreamWorks’ TrollsFest, DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar and the Isle of Curiosity featuring DreamWorks’ Gabby’s Dollhouse.
Universal Kids Resort Hotel, located at the entrance of the park features a 300-room hotel featuring various room types that sleep up to five or six guests, an array of family-friendly amenities, and delicious dining.
“Universal Kids Resort offers a completely unique experience to what we have at our other destinations – introducing a younger generation to Universal fun crafted just for them,” said Molly Murphy, President, Universal Creative. “We set out to develop a park that invites kids to splash, play, dance and laugh with some of their favorite characters. We’re excited for kids to create lasting memories here with their families as they embark on the ultimate playdate.”
Tickets, packages and park upgrades are now on sale for 1-day and 2-day general admission tickets and a Private VIP experience- a 4-hour guided walking tour of the park for up to six guests that includes priority access and seating at attractions and entertainment offerings, along with other perks.
This article originally appeared in TravelPulse.
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