Dinner at Bigfire under the
lights of Universal CityWalk

Begin the evening with American fare and cocktails before the adventure continues at Universal Islands of Adventure.

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Thursday, October 1, 2026 Universal Orlando Resort

Act Two · The Magic

Next, step into an exclusive area of
Universal Islands of Adventure

Enjoy a dessert reception and cutting-edge rides, reserved just for us!

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Act 2 · The Magic

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The run of the evening

The evening at a glance

From the lobby call to the last shuttle, here is how the night unfolds.

Bring your family

This year, the whole family is invited

Both the dinner at Bigfire and the evening inside the most magical corner of Universal Islands of Adventure are open for families of Simplify Connect™ attendees.

5:45 PM

Gather in the lobby at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando

6:00 – 6:15 PM

Shuttles depart for Universal CityWalk

6:15 – 7:00 PM

Welcome cocktails, starters, and hors d'oeuvres at Bigfire

7:00 – 9:00 PM

Dinner at Bigfire, American fare

8:00 PM

Early access to Islands of Adventure opens for those who wish to head over

9:00 PM

Final call, the group moves together from Bigfire to Islands of Adventure

9:30 – 11:30 PM

Exclusive evening at Islands of Adventure, dessert reception and beverages

11:30 PM

Shuttles waiting at CityWalk to return guests to the hotel

Until 2:00 AM

Missed the shuttle or staying a little longer? Water taxis run from CityWalk back to Loews Sapphire Falls Resort until 2:00 AM.

What is waiting for you

An Evening of Exclusive Experiences

Before you arrive

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Plan Ahead

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Dinner at Bigfire under thelights of Universal CityWalk