CityWalk Hollywood

[Wesker69]

^they've done this merchandise type thing for employees a few times now... I think its heavily discounted merchandise or something. I'll have to ask my friend, but yea.. nothing to get too excited over. Besides, they sell Hello Kitty merch (among other things) in that one novelty store next to the mini donut shop.

 

[Jon Fu]

^ Really random stuff that's not worth fussing over with. I don't think many of us would find something valuable at that store.

 

[William]

It didn't seem that grand. All of the merchandise I saw inside looked like it was pulled directly from the park gift shops.

 

[Wesker69]

Anyone else hear about this?...

Screamscape is reporting:

"The Minions will be taking over Citywalk July 9th (today) & July 10th from 7-10pm, just in time for the launch of the new movie, "Minions". Look for them at the "5 Towers" hosting a dance party with Minion themed giveaways. Advanced screenings of the new film kick off Thursday night (today) at 6pm at the AMC Theatre"

 

[Alexshow.]

I believe its just for a special event for the movie at AMC.. I could be wrong though..

 

[Wesker69]

Yea.. I figured I'd head up there a little later to give it a look... I was curious anyway to see if they set up anything for Minions in the 5 Towers plaza like they did with Furious 7 & Jurassic World... If there is anything exciting happening tonight, I'll be sure to get a few pics...

 

[Wesker69]

Alright so I checked out the "Minion Takeover" last night at Citywalk... it wasn't anything majorly exciting. Basically a DJ playing music (some not-so-family friendly... because well.. its Hollywood..). They had a minion dancing with the crowd & then doing photo-ops every so often. They also had prize giveaways, but it was the stupid social media type of crap.. "be the first to share said photo on Instagram with said hashtags & win said prize". <_<  They also played the Minions trailer & DM: Minion Mayhem ad a few times on the giant 5 Towers screen too.

Anyway, here are a few pics from last night

 

[JPLA]

Finally there is work happening on the new Smashburger.

Parking garage is starting to get something other than parking.  Looks like walls for elevator shafts.

 

[JPLA]

The shiny diamond plate above the doors is gone.

CityWalk's Studio Store expansion into former Things From Another World space has started. 

 

[William]

The entire footprint of TFAW could easily hold all of the WWoHP merchandise. Wouldn't be surprised if this was one of the reasons for the expansion.

 

[Wesker69]

It pretty much is the main reason for the expansion. I would kinda like to see the generic touristy non-park Hollywood/california merchandise removed from the Universal store. They already sell that kind of stuff in the one tourist store further down..

Anyone else tired of seeing Despicable Me being the focal point of the Universal store in Citywalk? (let alone the lower lot unnecessary character store that used to be for Mummy).. I know its popular & Minions just came out last month, I enjoy DM 1 & 2 as well as the ride, but it needs to be taken down a notch. The park has more to offer than just Minion Mania... errr Mayhem..

 

[William]

Well, Minion Mayhem has been the most recent stand-alone attraction added to the park. Once we get closer to Potter's opening, things will change for sure.

 

[JPLA]

SmashBurger doing extensive work at former Tommy's.  And looks like ShoePalace is taking both these retail spaces.

 

[JPLA]

Wow, no sports logos at all?  That seems excessive for a venue like this.  Also, ADA access ramp getting reconfigured.  The curb is cut away facing Saddle Ranch.  I wonder if ramp access will be over there. 

 

[BernardMesa]

So does that mean if someone were to purchase a shirt or hat at the Dodgers store just down the walkway they would be turned away if they put them on? That does seem a bit excessive, although I do get the reason for the baggy clothes portion.

 

[Ryan]

Alcohol + sports rivalries = violent combo

I don't blame them.

 

[JPLA]

ADA access ramp now oriented toward Saddle Ranch, although it's not open for use, yet.

Smash Burger still remodeling.

Shoe Palace coming along.

 

[CowMissing]

Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood - Top/Bottom of Hour Branded Video:

 

[JPLA]

Construction walls connect backstage near WaterWorld to Studio Store.  I imagine this it to facilitate remodeling there.  Anything else going on?

Still remodeling.

 

[JPLA]

Large area now behind construction walls.  Anything more than new pavers getting laid? 

I love how you can see Hogwarts from the entrance.

A little progress on exterior.