Universal Kids Resort Reveals New Details on Themed Lands and Interactive Play Areas

Universal Kids Resort, the theme park specifically designed for families with young children, just unveiled new details of its upcoming themed lands and play areas.

This brand-new, kid-friendly resort in Texas is scheduled to open in 2026, and we now know even more about what lands and characters guests can expect to see there.

From Jurassic World Adventure Camp to Shrek’s Swap, fans of all ages — especially the younger ones — have much to look forward to.

Let’s take a look at the latest news.

Universal Kids Resort

Universal Kids Resort is an all-new theme park that will open in Frisco, Texas, in 2026, and Universal just unveiled new names and details about the upcoming lands.

Families with young children should especially look forward to the resort’s opening, as it has been specifically designed and developed for the whole family. Designers are paying special attention to the youngest ones.

We envisioned this park through the unbridled creativity of kids where infinite imagination, curiosity and free-spirited play were core to our design philosophies. It produced a park that’s pure joy and an absolute celebration of what it is to be a kid.

Brian Robinson, Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer, Universal Creative

Universal Kids Resort will be “a whole universe built just for kids.” Its website says the campus will include a 300-room hotel and 6 immersive themed lands packed with character meet-and-greets, interactive shows, and, of course, kid-friendly rides.

Themed Lands

We now know that Universal Kids Resort will feature 6 themed lands based on some of the most iconic and beloved franchises in the Comcast NBCUniversal portfolio.

From dinosaurs and ogres to cats and Minions, everyone at the resort is guaranteed to have a good time.

Universal Kids Resort embodies the spirit of igniting thrill that drives everything we create — designed to bring our youngest guests and families together through play, creativity, and beloved characters and stories. It’s a destination made for kids and, as a regional theme park, brings Universal’s signature storytelling to families close to home.

Molly Murphy, President of Universal Creative

Guests will enter through the Isle of Curiosity, which will be a “whimsical gateway” for kids to explore. This will even include a meet-and-greet and dance party with Gabby from Gabby’s Dollhouse before exploring the rest of the park.

DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar

Puss in Boots, Mama Luna, Perrito, and more will be for meet and greets and some fun carnival games.

Games like Barriles de Leche and El Gato’s Meow will provide plenty of feline fun.

Plus, if you feel the need for a quick cat nap, guests can relax in the sensory garden.

DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp

Guests can join in some ogre-sized fun in Shrek’s swamp-themed playground built for his 3 adorable triplets.

There will be 2 interactive play areas, Shrek’s Swamp Rompin’ Stomp and Shrek’s Swamp Splash & Smash, for kids to stomp and splash away.

Plus, there will be chances to meet Shrek and Fiona, and they can even take photos in the onion carriage.

DreamWorks’ TrollsFest

Get ready for the “most melodic, most awesome music festival” with Poppy, Branch, and the rest of the Trolls gang in a glitter fest for all ages and sizes.

There will be 2 interactive play areas where families can meet Poppy, Branch, and the rest of the Trolls gang.

With Poppy’s Playland and Trolls Critter Crawl, this area is guaranteed to be full of color, glitter, and plenty of singing.

Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club

When Minions are involved, you know it will be chaotic. Minions in the Texas heat at least come with some water-soaked fun.

Families can take part in this action-packed competition or just relax and watch the chaos unfold as Yellow Minions try to rein in their Purple counterparts. As you might imagine, laughs, splashes, and surprises are guaranteed.

With a special Minions meet and greet and interactive play areas, there’ll be plenty of fun and surprises.

Jurassic World Adventure Camp

Little explorers will enjoy face-to-face interactions with their favorite “Jurassic World” dinosaurs at Jurassic World Adventure Camp.

This fun and interactive adventure, created especially for younger guests, promises to be “both exhilarating and awe-inspiring.”

Whether climbing up the Lookout Towers to get a Pteranodon’s view of the park or meeting a newly hatched baby dinosaur, guests of all ages will have an unforgettable visit.

Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom

An instant classic, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants, Patrick, Sandy Cheeks, and Squidward will be in the resort to give guests a tour of their under-the-sea neighborhood, Bikini Bottom.

Kids and families will be able to relax on the beach, earn a boating license, and enjoy all of the nautical silliness that we have come to love from SpongeBob and friends.

Whether relaxing on Mussel Beach or splashing around at Pineapple Paradise, friends will have plenty of stuff to do together.

Final Thoughts

Universal Kids Resort is well underway and is scheduled to open in 2026.

We now have more details about the 7 lands, which include DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp, DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar, Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club, Jurassic World Adventure Camp, DreamWorks’ TrollsFest, Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom, and Isle of Curiosity.

This all-new theme park is sure to be a hit with families that include young children.