The Simpson's Springfield On The Way?

[DizneyFreak2002]

Project 971... calls for demolishing a building/buildings where Kwik-E Mart is located... Rumblings are the area will be come Springfield, home of the Simpsons...

Wouldn't it be pretty cool to dine (and drink) in Moe's Tavern???

[DVC2004]

That would be cool! We were just there last month. That park really needs more! I know they are building out the area rumored to be more HP, huge part of the park closed off. Excited to see what is developing.

[Roger's #1 Fan]

Maybe the Simpsons house with a permanent meet and greet similar to the Spongebob location?

The Simpsons are a personal favorite and I fulfilled a bucket list item in August getting a picture with Homer, Marge and Bart!

While the Qwik-E-Mart setup is OK, a more show detailed replica would be cool.

[DizneyFreak2002]

Maybe the Simpsons house with a permanent meet and greet similar to the Spongebob location?

The Simpsons are a personal favorite and I fulfilled a bucket list item in August getting a picture with Homer, Marge and Bart!

While the Qwik-E-Mart setup is OK, a more show detailed replica would be cool.

I'm sure a M&G will be included (aren't they included in everything today???)... but it seems it may be some sort of Springfield replica, so you may just wind up thrilled...

When more leaks out I'll let ya know...

[NJGIRL]

If I remember correctly that area has plenty of room for another attraction. I wonder why they have to knock down that building.

[Roger's #1 Fan]

Saw some recent pictures of the area where planters and tables have been removed.

Also heard that demo/constuction permits have been filed for this area of the park.

Let the building of Springfield begin!

[bruin1344]

Project 971... calls for demolishing a building/buildings where Kwik-E Mart is located... Rumblings are the area will be come Springfield, home of the Simpsons...

Wouldn't it be pretty cool to dine (and drink) in Moe's Tavern???

i like it

[DizneyFreak2002]

Saw some recent pictures of the area where planters and tables have been removed.

Also heard that demo/constuction permits have been filed for this area of the park.

Let the building of Springfield begin!

The water front of this area (on the lagoon) will be developed... With what is the question, so Springfield/KrustyLand (the theme park for Krusty the Clown) will extend to the lagoon...

[mariak]

I've only been to Universal Hollywood. We've been holding off on Universal Orland because DD(9) hasn't been tall enough for Harry Potter. We loved the Simpsons ride at UH and, if Transformers really is coming, we may start splitting WDW trips with Universal! ....especially with all the things WDW keeps taking away while increasing prices!

Thanks for the updates!

Maria

[DizneyFreak2002]

I've only been to Universal Hollywood. We've been holding off on Universal Orland because DD(9) hasn't been tall enough for Harry Potter. We loved the Simpsons ride at UH and, if Transformers really is coming, we may start splitting WDW trips with Universal! ....especially with all the things WDW keeps taking away while increasing prices!

Thanks for the updates!

Maria

It is official, Transformers is coming.. No more doubt... Universal announced it last week..

[DizneyFreak2002]

Wow, this Springfield addition, if rumors are true, sounds awesome... A kiddie ride with a detailed themed queue will be part of the remake of the land and will be located on the lagoon and themed to Kodos and Kang... Moe'S tavern will be a part of the additional dining, as well as Krusty's Burgers, General Changs Taco Italiano, and Kentucky Fried Panda all taking up residence where IFFF currently resides... Duff Gardens will also be added along the lagoon waterfront... Lards Lads donuts and other food carts will be included...

As for more Simpsons, Homer and Marge and Apu's cars will be added, paking outside Kwik E Mart, the police car driven by Chief Wiggums will be crashed into a fire hydrant and have a water effect along with it... Guests will enter Springfield from the Kidzone side and enter Krustyland from the MIB side...

Sounds like this is going to be more massive than we all originally thought...

[Roger's #1 Fan]

MUST....RETURN....TO.....UNIVERSAL....

Heard about the Duff Gardens and Kentucky Fried Panda info yesterday... the rest sounds even more awesome. :drool:

Thanks for the info!

[Melanie]

I love Universal, but this is not something I can get on board about. I don't think I'd even visit this area. Everyone blasts Disney regarding too little too late (think American Idol for example), but I see this as exactly the same thing.

My husband used to be the biggest Simpson's fan there was. Now he could care less. I don't know anyone who watches the show anymore, and I know my kids (ages 14 and 12) have no interest either.

After something so grand and impressive as Wizarding World, why this? Just my little humble opinion.

[John]

I don't agree at all Mel. The characters much like Disney's are classic yet in a different way. The show is on the air because it still gets ratings all these years later.

I'm all for it and for one would love to sip a duff beer in Moe's tavern or sample a Flaming Moe.

Bring it on... I think it will be great.

[Melanie]

Bring it on... I think it will be great.

Have fun!

Seriously, these just aren't characters I can get excited about. Sorry.

[Roger's #1 Fan]

Pedal to the metal on this project!

As quickly as the info came out and the walls went up, I saw some park pictures today where the International Food Fair has been basically gutted in short order. Should be knocking this venue down shortly....

[DizneyFreak2002]

Pedal to the metal on this project!

As quickly as the info came out and the walls went up, I saw some park pictures today where the International Food Fair has been basically gutted in short order. Should be knocking this venue down shortly....

I am amazed at how fast Universal is moving on all three projects: Transformers, Gringotts (Kings Cross has now gone vertical), and Springfield (which should be debuting with Transformers next summer)... Also the Cabana Bay project is moving pretty vast...

Imagine how fast they will have to move if they want to get that IOA project done for 2014, which is the current rumor... No work has been done yet other than minimal land prep in Seuss Landing...

[Roger's #1 Fan]

Imagine how fast they will have to move if they want to get that IOA project done for 2014, which is the current rumor... No work has been done yet other than minimal land prep in Seuss Landing...

I'm thinking that project will take off after Grinchmas since Seuss Landing is the main area for Christmas in IOA.

Does the Potterverse celebrate Christmas or the holidays? I'm curious since I've not heard of any holiday decorations in Hogwarts.

[DizneyFreak2002]

I'm with you, thinking anything in IOA won't start until after Christmas...

BTW, did you see the picture today from the Simpsons Ride? The queue was out of Krusty's mouth and down the walk way... Now we know why they are extending the queue too...

[PirateLover]

I can see Mel's point. I think the "heyday" of the Simpsons has passed, but, on the other hand, I definitely think the characters and the number of years it has been around lend it much more staying power than Idol. I haven't watched a new Simpsons episode in I don't even know how many years, and I as well do not know anyone else that watches new episodes BUT I still have a huge affinity for the old episodes and I'm always making Simpsons references!

What they really need to do is make the Little Land of Duff ride. Duff beer for me, Duff beer for you, I'll have a Duff, you have one too!