Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift will officially open on June 26 at Universal Studios Hollywood, marking the theme park’s first-ever high-speed outdoor roller coaster.
Quick Facts
- Opening date: June 26, 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood
- Top speed: 72 miles per hour
- Track length: 4,100 feet
- Feature: 360-degree rotating ride vehicles that simulate drifting
The coaster will rocket guests along its nearly mile-long track with groundbreaking 360-degree rotating vehicles designed to create the sensation of high-speed drifting inspired by the film franchise. The ride vehicles spin freely throughout the experience, allowing riders to feel the thrill of drift-style maneuvers while traveling at maximum speeds.
Universal Studios Hollywood’s new fast and furious attraction will be the destination’s most ambitious coaster build to date, featuring multiple launches and a vertical spike element. The ride represents a major expansion of the Fast and Furious brand at Universal parks, as the franchise continues to expand with new Peacock content.
Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift opens June 26 at Universal Studios
Race Around the World returns tonight on ABC with six Australian filmmakers competing across 10 countries
The park also has plans for a second version of Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida, scheduled to open in 2027, though that version will feature different theming and specifications.
Sources
- Inside the Magic — confirmed June 26, 2026 opening date
- Universal Studios Hollywood (official website) — described the attraction as the park’s first high-speed outdoor roller coaster
- Discover Universal — provided specifications: 72 mph, 4,100 feet of track, 360-degree rotation technology
- Press Pass LA — detailed the groundbreaking vehicle rotation feature
