Minion Land, the highly anticipated attraction at Universal Orlando Resort, has officially opened its gates, inviting visitors into a world of uproarious Minion escapades. Developed in collaboration between Universal's renowned creative team and Illumination's celebrated filmmakers, this immersive experience offers a brand-new, pioneering attraction and an array of dining options that will tantalize every palate.

"Minion Land" emerges from a creative partnership between Universal's accomplished design team and Illumination's esteemed filmmakers. It serves as an extension of the thematic universe introduced in the "Minion" franchise from the animated blockbuster "Despicable Me (2010)." Karen Irwin, President and COO of Universal Orlando Resort, shared her excitement, stating, "We're thrilled to officially welcome our visitors to the entirely new Minion Land. This immersive and captivating area, brought to life in collaboration with our colleagues at Illumination, plunges our guests into the heart and mind of the villains from this devilishly entertaining franchise. This splendid setting offers an abundance of enjoyment for all our visitors."

Chris Melendandri, Founder and CEO of Illumination, added, "After our visit to Villain-Con in the first MINIONS film, we realized there were many more stories to tell. I'm incredibly excited that visitors of all ages will discover our new Minion Land, featuring the innovative video game experience in Villain-Con Minion Blast. Here, they can take on our favorite villains from the Despicable Me franchise, from the legendary Vector to the latest supervillains, The Vicious 6."

Visitors are greeted by a striking marquee featuring 22 Minions, setting the playful tone as they enter Minion Land. The adventure continues down Illumination Ave., where an array of chaos awaits. Highlights include the groundbreaking Illumination's Villain-Con Minion Blast, an attraction allowing visitors to "blast" their way to supervillain stardom. Culinary delights abound at Minion Cafe, with popcorn treats like Pop-a-Nana's banana-flavored popcorn, sugary indulgences at Freeze Ray Pops, exclusive Minion-inspired products at Bake My Day and Evil Stuff stores, uproarious fun in Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, and encounters with beloved characters at Illumination Theatre.