Newbie here: Is Universal 360 still there? Any Parades?

[fa mulan]

Hi - I heard about these fireworks, and saw them mentioned in the FAQs, but can't find current info about them on universalorlando.com or here. Is there a schedule of daily special events anyone could point me to?

Also, we're going the week before Easter, but unfortunately will miss the Mardi gras parades on Saturdays that I've just discovered. Are there any other parades?

Thanks!

 

[highlander447]

Hi 360 is seasonal so it may be on over Easter, as for parades if u miss the Mardi parade then there's no other planned parade's at Universal

 

[fa mulan]

Thanks for replying highlander447!

Do you know if Universal has a schedule of their rehabs anywhere, like Disney does? I googled 360 and found that it's "temporarily closed for refurbishment". But there's no info saying when it will reopen.

I have to say that I think Universal could make their website more user friendly. It doesn't have nearly as much info on it as Disney's; and there's no search feature! But maybe I'm just reflecting negative vibes b/c I'm reading a pretty negative review of US/IOA on themeparkinsider. . .

 

[damo]

Thanks for replying highlander447!

Do you know if Universal has a schedule of their rehabs anywhere, like Disney does? I googled 360 and found that it's "temporarily closed for refurbishment". But there's no info saying when it will reopen.

I have to say that I think Universal could make their website more user friendly. It doesn't have nearly as much info on it as Disney's; and there's no search feature! But maybe I'm just reflecting negative vibes b/c I'm reading a pretty negative review of US/IOA on themeparkinsider. . .

Here's a review by Miceage (definitely Disney fans) that may help you.
http://www.micechat.com/forums/showthread.php?t=42943&page=10

I find this page very helpful when using the USO website
http://www.universalorlando.com/site_map.html

Universal 360 is only shown during very busy times. It isn't a regular spectacle.

You will find good and bad reviews on Universal, just as you will on Disney. I would take all those reviews with a grain of salt and go with an open mind.

 

[highlander447]

There are a few CM's who post on here who do their best to keep us up to date with current info, I agree with Damo USO takes a bit of stick and over the years with a few different owners the theme parks have suffered but to be honest the themimg I think in IOA is second to none

 

[fa mulan]

Hi Damo and Highlander.

I definitely have an open mind - just was momentarily frustrated. Those pix took care of that. Thanks so much Damo. Only problem is . . .now I've got another website to peruse - - DH already thinks I'm possessed!

 

[highlander447]

Hi a few tips don't miss Beetlejuice Show and Horror Make Up Show in Universal great fun, for your hubby u have happy hour at both parks from 4pm cheap beer and cocktails , Universal ain't Disney but must admit they compliment each other well