Overview
- Universal lists February 14, 2026 as the planned return date for the stunt show, with timing subject to weather and maintenance progress.
- The downtime is a scheduled winter break for safety checks, equipment upkeep, and technical testing on water effects, pyrotechnics, and stunt systems.
- With the high‑capacity show offline, guests are redistributing to nearby attractions, increasing waits at Jurassic World – The Ride, Transformers: The Ride‑3D, Revenge of the Mummy, and Studio Tour departures.
- Visitors are advised to monitor the Universal Studios Hollywood app, front‑load Lower Lot rides, lean on indoor attractions, and consider Express to offset shifting crowd patterns.
- Universal has not announced any permanent changes to WaterWorld, indicating a temporary refurbishment rather than a replacement or creative overhaul.