Date: 13th October 2023
Breaking news, folks!
The countdown has officially begun, and the excitement is building to a fever pitch! Construction for the magnificent Universal Studios theme park and luxurious hotels is set to kick off in 2024, with the grand opening slated for the perfect summer getaway in June 2026. It’s not just a theme park; it’s a ticket to unforgettable summer adventures, so mark your calendars and make this your top summer vacation spot of 2026!
We had an idea to create a destination that is specifically designed to appeal to families with young children. That’s what you see in this illustration now, and that’s what we hope to bring to Frisco!
CEO of Universal Parks & Resorts CEO Mark Woodbury
About The Architect: Gensler, The World’s Largest Architectural & Design firm!
The Dallas Business Journal has shone a spotlight on an incredible news.
The world’s largest architectural and design firm, Gensler, is bringing their boundless creativity to bring the Universal Studios theme park in Frisco to life! Gensler has been involved in numerous famous and influential projects across the globe. Some of which are:
- Shanghai Tower, China
- JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE
- Apple Store, London, UK, 2004.
- Facebook Headquarters, Menlo Park
- Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
- Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect, China
- Toyota North American Headquarters, Plano, Texas
- O’Hare International Airport, Chicago
- MGM Cotai, Macau
- San Francisco International Airport Terminal 2
- JetBlue Terminal 5, JFK International Airport
- New York Times Building, USA, 2007.
Sneak Peaks!
- Gensler’s vision for Universal Studios Frisco is beyond Phenomenal. The whole
plan includes: - 4-5 Universal-themed interactive experiences
- 300-room hotel.
Special Features For Children!
Everything about this park is appropriately sized for young children!
-Page Thompson, president of new ventures for Universal Parks & Resorts
-The rides won’t have height limitations on what kids can ride on them.
-All the characters will be beloved Universal characters that are really popular with families and children.
-Learning activities, games, fun for children can have in the park.
-All sorts of interactive experiences that kids can have, and they will be able to immerse themselves in the lands featuring their favorite characters from our extensive Universal library of kids content.
It’s going to be fantastic!
Budget And Land Layout:
Total Budget for Cost: $550 million
Land Bought: 97 acres.
“Quarter in Size, But Is Expected to Deliver the Same Thrilling Experience!“
-Sophia Beausoleil, NBCDFW
Their design is set to be an entirely fresh, unlike anything you’ve seen at Universal’s current parks. Get ready to be wowed and thrilled as they usher in a brand-new audience to the Universal brand. This is the future, and it looks absolutely spectacular!