Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida Closing Temporarily
If you’re heading to Universal Orlando soon you’ll want to know about this popular ride closure. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit in Universal Studios Florida will be temporarily closed beginning August 21 through August 25, with it scheduled to reopen to guests on August 26. This is presumably for a standard refurbishment.
We are unsure if there will any changes to the attraction such as song options. Be sure to stay “tuned” for updates! Please don’t hate us for that pun lol.
What is Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit?
If you’re new to Universal you maybe wondering what Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is an open-air roller coaster that features a 167-foot-tall vertical lift, reaches speeds of up to 65 mph, and – despite the loop and several corkscrews – does not actually invert (hence the lack of over-the-shoulder restraints). Each seat has an on-board stereo system that lets each passenger choose a ride soundtrack, along with cameras that record your ride (for purchase later, of course).
Riders must be between 51 and 79 inches tall to ride, but before you get in line, make sure all your personal items (including wallets and cell phones) are stored in the free lockers outside the attraction – all guests are required to pass through metal detectors before riding. This attraction accepts Express Passes and usually has a single-rider line available. There is a test seat available for those who have concerns about the size of the restraints, while guests in a wheelchair must be able to transfer to the ride vehicle.
What to know before you ride:
This ride is known to cause headaches
The single-rider line can be deceptively slow.
Don’t worry about getting a seat in the front row – the ride vehicles feature stadium seating, so you’re guaranteed to get a good view.
You’ll only have about 30 seconds to pick the song for your ride, so study the song list and pick your faves before you go!
There’s a secret song menu!
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