Universal Orlando Debuts Nostalgic Universal Mega Movie Parade

Universal Orlando Resort is taking visitors on a nostalgic journey with the grand opening of its Universal Mega Movie Parade at Universal Studios Florida. The new parade, filled with tributes to beloved films and park experiences, officially launched on Thursday.

바카라�This is the first time we've ever had a daytime parade celebrating the brands that people have grown to love and currently love about Universal,바카라� said Mike Aiello, Universal Orlando's senior director of Entertainment Creative Development, in a behind-the-scenes tour.

While many eagerly anticipate the resort's new Epic Universe opening next year, this parade is a nod to Universal Orlando바카라�s past and present. Here are five highlights from the new parade, which was previously in technical rehearsals:

1. A trip down memory lane

The parade features 13 new floats themed to blockbuster films and park experiences spanning generations. Highlights include floats dedicated to 바카라�Jaws,바카라� 바카라�E.T.,바카라� 바카라�Ghostbusters,바카라� 바카라�Back to the Future,바카라� 바카라�Jurassic Park,바카라� 바카라�Kung Fu Panda,바카라� 바카라�Minions,바카라� 바카라�Trolls,바카라� and 바카라�Sing.바카라�

2. Moving movie sets

 The floats are designed as intricate movie sets, featuring detailed recreations of iconic scenes and characters. 바카라�These are full-blown movie sets moving down the street,바카라� Aiello explained. Guests can enjoy different angles and surprises as the floats pass by.

3. Intentional design

Every detail of the parade is carefully considered. The parade starts with a 바카라�Back to the Future바카라� float, featuring elements like the flux capacitor and iconic clock tower. The parade바카라�s final float showcases a giant T-rex from 바카라�Jurassic Park,바카라� echoing the films바카라� climactic roars.

4. Easter eggs galore

  The parade is packed with Easter eggs for keen-eyed fans. The 바카라�E.T.바카라� float includes elements like Elliott바카라�s house and the flying bike scene, while the 바카라�Jaws바카라� float features the iconic shark with barrels and nods to the former Amity section of the park.

5. Phenomenal performers

Nearly 100 performers bring the parade to life, donning movie-quality makeup, wigs, and costumes. 바카라�You can't fail in that because there are so many people that love these characters,바카라� Aiello said, emphasizing the performers바카라� dedication to their roles.

Universal Orlando guests can experience the Universal Mega Movie Parade through November 14. The parade is one of several new attractions this summer, including DreamWorks Land, CineSational, and Hogwarts Always castle projections.

바카라�I don't think there's ever been a better time to visit the park than right now, even ahead of Epic Universe coming,바카라� Aiello said.