ORLANDO, Fla. – Universal Orlando Resort is leaning into nostalgia at Universal CityWalk as it prepares for the return of the Universal Legacy Store.
According to Universal, the store, set to open in late April, will bring retro merchandise and photo ops themed to classic Universal Studios Florida attractions and Universal Pictures films, including “E.T.,” “Jaws,” “Back to the Future,” and Universal Monsters.
The store will replace the Universal Epic Universe Preview Center, which will close on April 13 to make way for the new experience.
Universal’s Summer Tribute Store previously drew strong crowds when it operated inside Universal Studios Florida, which featured “E.T.,” “Jaws,” and other retro touchstones.
CityWalk’s dining lineup is also changing. Five Guys is expected to open later this summer, taking over the current Burger King Whopper Bar space; that location is scheduled to close April 21, Universal said.
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Looking further ahead, Universal announced a major entertainment project for the waterfront: Luke Combs’ Category 10, a venue from the country music star and Opry Entertainment Group, is planned for 2027 with live music, food, and drinks.
Universal said additional details about the projects will be released in the months ahead.