Universal Studios gives first look at brand new Minions themed land

18 May 2023 , 12:39

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Minions Land opens at Universal Orland Resort this summer (Image: Universal Studios)

Despicable Me fans will be greeted by 22 jolly Minions when they enter Universal Orlando Resort's brand new land this summer - and there'll be a fun attraction to discover too.

Minion Land will open this summer at the Florida theme park, promising to spread serious mischief and delight those who love the little yellow and blue figures.

The award-winning creative team and the acclaimed filmmakers from Illumination have teamed up to expand upon the wildly popular Despicable Me Minion Mayhem attraction.

Fans of all ages will be greeted by a photo-worthy “Minion Land” marquee featuring 22 Minions when they enter the land, offering some excellent opportunities to snap some Instagram pics.

One of the biggest new additions to the studio thanks to Minion Land is Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast, which lets guests compete against each other in a fully interactive gaming experience.

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The land is opening this summer (Universal Studios)

Afterward, guests exit through Evil Stuff – an all-new retail location where you can stock up on the top Villain-Con and Minions merchandise.

A particular high point for followers of the franchise is the chance to meet, greet and get to know your most beloved characters from the series at the Illumination theatre.

The outdoor theatre will host the Minions, Gru, Margo, Edith and Agnes, plus new additions from the hit film “Sing” – Rosita, Gunter and Johnny.

On top of the attractions there’s also some fun places to munch on Minion-style food. The Minion Cafe is an immersive eatery with three themed areas designed after beloved Minions Kevin, Stuart, Bob and Otto.

In the Kitchen guests will get a glimpse of the equipment and gear the Minions have used to whip up the cafe’s menu, while in the Breakroom visitors can dine in the Minions’ break space that includes everything from “Office Safety Tips” to a vending machine stocked with mischievous items.

The land has loads of Minions theme attractions (Universal Studios)

The Dining Room is a vibrant space adorned with colourful artwork courtesy of the Minions where you can eat fun meals including eclectic “despica-bowls” such as Otto’s Noodle Bowl, Agnes’s Honeymoon Soup and Carl’s Crispy Cauliflower.

Other items include sandwiches, cream puff deserts and children’s meals. Plus, at Bake My Day the minions will offer caked themed around the little yellow characters including cupcakes, macarons, s’mores and more.

Visitors to the park can take some of the resort home with them with exclusive Minion-inspired merchandise like including soft toys, drinkware, accessories, keychains and more.

Some of the delicious food available at Minions Land (Universal Studios)

Those who want to feel like a Minion for a day can head to Pop-a-nana and enjoy bizarre sweet and savoury popcorn mixes inspired by the Minions’ love for bananas. Or, when it’s hot grab a colourful iced lolly from Freeze Ray Pops.

Other incredible lands at Universal Studios Orlando include: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, The Lost Continent, Jurassic Park, Marvel Super Hero Island, Seuss Landing, Toon Lagoon and Port of Entry.