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Universal Orlando has announced that the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit rollercoaster will close permanently on August 18.

It's down to the final days for guests to experience a thrill ride at Universal Studios Florida.The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster will permanently close on Aug. 18 to make way for a new ...

Rip Ride Rockit, which opened at the park in 2009, features a 167-foot-tall vertical lift and reaches a top speed of 65 mph.

(Image credit: Universal Orlando Resort) Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Is Rumored To Be Closing In 2025…Again First, let’s get the alleged bad news out of the way.

Even if the rumor turns out to be true Rip Ride Rockit isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. A general “2025” closure likely means it will be around for at least another year, if not close to two.

It's officially time to say R.I.P. to Universal Orlando's Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit as the coaster closes next week.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios was stuck at the top of its first incline Wednesday night. Twelve guests were on board when the ride stopped just after 7 p.m.