Universal Orlando Resort is preparing for several ride closures and maintenance periods in 2027, prompting guests to review the refurbishment calendar before planning their trips. While no major park closures are currently scheduled for the original Florida theme park, some attractions may experience delays reopening into early 2027 after their Winter 2026 shutdowns. Islands of Adventure will see Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges closed from January through February, with Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey undergoing refurbishment in mid-February. The Jurassic Park River Adventure is expected to reopen by late November 2026 after its closure earlier that year. Epic Universe’s Fyre Drill attraction will be unavailable from late January to early February, while Volcano Bay begins a maintenance period in October 2026 with reopening scheduled for early April 2027.
Key Points:
- Popeye and Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges will be closed from January 4th through February 2nd, 2027 at Islands of Adventure.
- Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is scheduled for refurbishment from February 8th through February 19th, 2027.
- The Jurassic Park River Adventure is expected to reopen on November 19th, 2026 after closing on January 5th, 2026.
- Volcano Bay will begin maintenance closure on October 26th, 2026 with a planned reopening by April 1st, 2027.