Universal Kids Resort

Universal Destinations & Experiences, a division of Comcast NBCUniversal, officially introduces Universal Kids Resort – the company’s first-ever theme park designed specifically for families with young children. Located in Frisco, Texas and first announced earlier this year, this imaginative, original resort brings the company’s innovative style of storytelling to a new, younger audience.

Universal Kids Resort will include a theme park featuring immersive themed lands that celebrate Universal’s iconic brand of entertainment, humor and fun – bringing to life its beloved characters and stories in ways that will wow the youngest theme park goers. It will feature family-friendly attractions, interactive and playful shows, unique merchandise, fun food and beverage venues and character meet and greets. The resort area will also include a 300-room themed hotel giving families a place to stay and to play following their day of adventure.

“Universal Kids Resort will inspire the unbridled creativity of kids through imagination, discovery and most importantly – play,” said Molly Murphy, President, Universal Creative. “We’re designing the resort so kids and families can feel the thrill of being physically immersed in their most beloved stories and characters."

Set in lush green landscape with a distinctive look, feel and scale specifically for younger kids, the park will deliver the quality the Universal brand is known for worldwide.

Progress on the new concept is well underway following a groundbreaking in November. Universal Kids Resort will drive immediate economic impact for the region, creating thousands of jobs including more than 2,500 new construction jobs. Throughout the project, the company will remain focused on ensuring the resort adds value and positively serves the community.

Additional details about Universal Kids Resort will be revealed over time. To stay updated on all the company’s newest developments, visit corporate.universaldestinationsandexperiences.com.

Additional Information

How big will Universal Kids Resort be?
Universal owns 97 acres of land for the resort area and the park will occupy roughly a third of that space. That is approximately a quarter of the size of one of our parks in Orlando. This will be at a size and scale that is appropriate for the audience.

The remaining acreage will be used for a hotel, parking areas and a thoughtful exit and entrance plan with room for possible expansion.

Who is Universal Kids Resort being designed for?
We believe Universal Kids Resort will appeal highly to families with young kids, ages 3-10. There are no minimum rider height requirements of 48 inches or greater for any attractions.

What are the operating hours?
The operating hours will vary based on the time of year and will be appropriate for a theme park focused on families with young kids. On weekdays, the park will primarily operate between 10am – 6pm.

When will Universal Kids Resort open to the public?

Additional details about Universal Kids Resort, including an opening timeframe, will be revealed over time. Guests can also visit UniversalKidsResort.com.