Universal Orlando Resort has officially confirmed what many fans suspected—the Lost Continent at Islands of Adventure is on borrowed time.In a statement to the Orlando Business Journal, the resort said upcoming work in the area is part of “site planning to ensure the area is ready for any future developments.” That carefully worded phrasing leaves little doubt: demolition is coming.Credit: UniversalPermits filed by Universal mention five acres of demolition, covering retail, show, and attraction buildings, along with utilities. That space lines up almost perfectly with the remnants of the Lost Continent—home to the former Poseidon’s Fury, the shuttered Eighth Voyage of Sinbad theater, and the still-operating Mythos Restaurant. Universal’s documents even reference “demolition project 555,” which certainly doesn’t sound like minor touch-ups.More Info Given on the Impending DemolitionShortly after the news broke, theme park watcher “Wallin Ballin” on X stirred the pot with an intriguing post:“I see that the Lost Continent news is finally partially out! Do not expect Zelda, and do not expect Wicked. And do not expect anything other than… one building to remain. Though it will look different.”I see that the Lost Continent news is finally partially out!Do not expect Zelda, and do not expect Wicked.And do not expect anything other than…. one building to remain. Though it will look different pic.twitter.com/vhFUqmgBNI— Wallin Ballin (@wallin_ballin) September 15, 2025That cryptic comment has fans buzzing. If Zelda and Wicked are both off the table, what could be moving into the five-acre space? And what is the one “building” that will survive demolition, albeit with a new look? Mythos, often praised as one of the best theme park restaurants in the world, seems like the logical candidate. But if it sticks around, it may get a full re-theme to match whatever takes over the neighborhood.Credit: UniversalCould It Be Lord of the Rings?One of the most persistent rumors tied to this project is Lord of the Rings. Universal has reportedly been eyeing J.R.R. Tolkien’s iconic world for years, and with Epic Universe already embracing big fantasy IPs like How to Train Your Dragon and Dark Universe, adding Middle-earth to Islands of Adventure would seem to be a massive win. Imagine stepping out of Jurassic Park and walking into Rivendell or the Shire—just the thought has fans of that IP drooling.Expansion to Existing Lands?Of course, Universal could also decide to expand one of its current heavy-hitters. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter continues to be the crown jewel of the resort, and many speculate that Lost Continent could fold into Hogsmeade with a brand-new attraction. On the other side, Jurassic Park has been revitalized in recent years with the VelociCoaster, and a further expansion could easily spill into Lost Continent’s footprint.Then there’s Seuss Landing. While it’s long been considered a “kids’ land,” some fans have floated the idea of a dedicated Grinch ride that could anchor holiday events while giving the area another family-friendly attraction year-round.Credit: UniversalOr Something Entirely New?Universal also has plenty of other IPs it could tap. However, DreamWorks is already heavily represented in Universal Studios. Illumination also already has its footprint with Minion Land, so it probably doesn’t make sense for those IPs to make their way to Islands of Adventure. There’s room for something unexpected—an all-new concept that doesn’t rely on an existing franchise. That would be rare for today’s theme park industry, but Universal has never been shy about taking risks.The Bottom LineFor now, all we know for certain is that demolition is coming to the Lost Continent, and only one building is expected to remain. Universal hasn’t tipped its hand on what’s next, but the speculation is running wild. Whether it’s Lord of the Rings, an expansion to an existing land, or something entirely fresh, the stage is being set for one of the biggest changes Islands of Adventure has seen in years.The post Universal Confirms Demolition Coming to Islands of Adventure appeared first on Inside the Magic.