Frisco, TX — Universal Kids Resort, Universal’s first theme park created for kids ages 3 to 8, opened July 1, 2026, with seven themed areas and a 300-room hotel.
In a Nutshell
Universal calls it its first-ever regional theme park, and its areas are built around Shrek, Jurassic World, SpongeBob, the Minions, Trolls, Puss in Boots and Gabby’s Dollhouse. The resort held its Doozie’s Doghouse celebration for a Netflix series premiere on Oct. 24 and 25, 2026.
ParkUniversal Kids Resort
OpenedJuly 1, 2026
LocationFrisco, Texas
OwnerComcast (NBCUniversal)
New at Universal Kids Resort in 2026
July 1, 2026OpeningUniversal Kids Resort: Universal Kids Resort opened in Frisco, Texas, with seven themed areas and the 300-room Universal Kids Resort Hotel.
Oct. 24, 2026NewUniversal Kids Resort: The Doozie’s Doghouse celebration marked the Netflix series premiere on Oct. 24 and 25, with a hotel-guest pool party on Oct. 23.
Universal Kids Resort hasn’t announced an opening for 2027. Universal Kids Resort hasn’t announced a seasonal event calendar yet.
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