Overview
- Universal said Friday that the Epic Universe Preview Center at CityWalk will close April 13 to make way for the returning Universal Legacy Store set to open in late April.
- The Burger King Whopper Bar will close April 21, with a new Five Guys location arriving later this summer and no exact opening date announced.
- The revived Universal Legacy Store will focus on retro merchandise and photo spots tied to E.T., Jaws, Back to the Future, and the Universal Monsters.
- Luke Combs’ Category 10 live‑music venue is slated for a new waterfront site with ground‑breaking planned for summer 2026 and an opening targeted for 2027.
- CityWalk serves as the resort’s free-to-enter gateway, so the mix of heritage retail and fast‑casual dining could raise meal choices and keep guests on property longer after park hours.