Visitors to the Universal Kids Resort under construction in Frisco will be able to stomp around in Shrek’s swamp, go boating with SpongeBob SquarePants, or take a cat nap with Puss in Boots.

If it’s true that they do everything bigger in Texas, this should be a whopper.Universal has unveiled more details about its new theme park for kids and families opening just outside Dallas in Frisco next year.

Universal Destinations & Experiences recently revealed several themed areas that will be featured at Universal Kids Resort, a new family-focused theme park set to open next year in Texas.

Kids and families visiting Universal Kids Resort in Frisco can dance with Trolls, splash around with Minions, or relax on the beach with SpongeBob Squarepants, according to details of the new park released Friday.

Universal Destinations & Experiences has unveiled the franchises it will utilize at the upcoming Universal Kids Resort in Texas. Universal Orlando fans will feel some familiar vibes as the mini-theme park’s lands will showcase environments based on Minions, Shrek, Puss in Boots, Trolls, Gabby’s Dollhouse, SpongeBob SquarePants and Jurassic World.

Set to debut in 2026, this first-of-its-kind resort is specifically designed for families with young children and will feature themed lands based on characters from DreamWorks Animation, Nickelodeon,

Universal Kids Resort is an entirely new theme park concept aimed at families with young kids coming to Frisco, Texas. Here's everything we know so far.