Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon officially opens April 6, 2017

Universal Orlando is sharing some exciting news today. “Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon” will officially open on April 6 at Universal Studios Florida. Fallon himself announced the news on “The Tonight Show” earlier this week.

“Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon” will give fans the ultimate “Tonight Show” experience with some of the best moments from the show’s history. The television personality and funnyman will challenge riders to a wild and wacky race through the Big Apple. Along the way, you will see some of New York’s biggest landmarks, like the Empire State Building and 30 Rock, as well as actually getting to smell some of the city’s smells like New York pizza!   

The new Jimmy Fallon ride will immerse you in New York City

The new ride will also be the first attraction at the park to feature a Virtual Line experience. This means you’ll spend less time waiting in line and more time experiencing the thrills of the ride! Guests will be able to access the new system through the official Universal Orlando App or at kiosks outside of the attraction’s entrance. Once you’ve reserved your spot on the attraction you are free to check out the rest of the park. You’ll be notified when it’s time to race Jimmy Fallon.   

The grand opening of “Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon” will include tapings of “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” live from Universal Orlando April 3-6. Guests will have the chance to be in the audience for the tapings. There will also be celebrity appearances at the opening.   Stay tuned for more details on the grand opening of “Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon.” In the meantime you can check out the rest of Universal’s thrill rides with discounted Universal Orlando resort tickets right here on Best of Orlando.  

Orlando, FL – 1/17/17

By: Jena Pugh