Universal's Newest Theme Park Is Coming to This Unexpected Family-Friendly Town

As Seen In: Good Housekeeping December 10, 2025

When I heard last year that Universal Studios decided to build its first theme park designed especially for young children in Frisco, Texas, I was skeptical about the location. Sure, families within driving distance would love exploring the park's seven themed lands (Minions, SpongeBob, and Shrek to name a few), but I wondered if this Dallas suburb merited the cost of a flight. 

After sending seasoned travelers to Frisco to do some investigating for the Good Housekeeping 2026 Travel Awards, I'm convinced that families with kids under 12 should go even if Universal wasn't a part of the itinerary. The current attractions and hotels are that much fun, and a good value to boot! Once Universal Kids Resort opens sometime in 2026 (an exact date hasn't been released yet), you could easily stay a week in Frisco and not run out of things to do.

Read the full article by Karen Cicero in Good Housekeeping