May 24, 2026
2:39 PM
Spotlights in development on top of Oak & Star Tavern in Epic Universe. Spotlights have also been seen from aerial photos in progress on top of Das Stakehaus. (Not visible from my hotel room.)
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May 24, 2026
2:32 PM
Spotlights in development on top of the First Aid building in Epic Universe. (Next to the Wizarding World portal.) Spotlights have also been seen from aerial photos in progress on top of the Stardust Racers area restrooms building. (Building not visible from my hotel room.)
May 24, 2026
1:31 AM
This side of Richter's Burger Co has been themed to the beach at Amity Island in Jaws.
May 23, 2026
8:23 PM
Spotlights are being added to the roof of Helios Grand Hotel. Similar to the spotlights at Constellation Carousel, and on four roof tops in Epic Universe.
May 23, 2026
8:17 PM
Spotlights were recently added at the base of Constellation Carousel at the fountain. However, not yet seen in operating the park's lighting or the closing show.
May 23, 2026
6:12 PM
Current staging at the fireworks launch at Epic Universe.
May 23, 2026
5:20 PM
Comet theming at front of Stardust Racers.
May 23, 2026
5:04 PM
Pegasus and Chronos at Epic Universe.
May 23, 2026
12:58 PM
Sections of the primary Epic Universe gift shop have medallions celebrating the anniversary. "One Epic Year".
May 23, 2026
12:55 PM
Sections of the primary Epic Universe gift shop have medallions celebrating the anniversary. "One Epic Year".
May 23, 2026
12:56 AM
We can see you, new spotlights at Constellation Carousel.
May 23, 2026
12:33 AM
Terra Luna and Frankenstein Manor at twilight.
May 22, 2026
9:28 PM
Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift track near CityWalk Might be the track seen staged yesterday on a truck near Epic Universe. Moved to site overnight.
May 21, 2026
11:25 PM
Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift track staged near Epic Universe.
May 21, 2026
12:58 AM
Aerial photo yesterday where beams over the CityWalk Back of House are being repainted. Compare to May 1 photo in first Post of this Thread.
