Universal Kids Resort, the first-ever theme park created for young children by Universal Destinations & Experiences, has opened in Frisco, Texas.
Also Universal's first-ever regional theme park, Universal Kids Resort is specifically designed for children aged between 3 and 8.
To mark the launch, the park hosted a celebration emceed by Laila Lockhart Kraner, who plays Gabby in Gabby's Dollhouse, providing a processional featuring hundreds of local children alongside popular characters, and a colourful ribbon cutting.
Universal's first-ever regional theme park, Universal Kids Resort, is designed for children aged between 3 and 8
"Today’s an exciting day for all kidkind as we officially open Universal Kids Resort," said Page Thompson, president of new ventures at Universal Destinations & Experiences.
"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 is a 20-acre park featuring seven themed areas:
- 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
- The Isle of Curiosity featuring DreamWorks’ Gabby’s Dollhouse
Located at the entrance to the park is the 300-room Universal Kids Resort Hotel, offering family-friendly amenities and dining options.
"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 of 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."
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