Universal Orlando brings us to SPRINGFIELD

Universal Orlando opening Springfield-themed attraction this summer

Ever wanted to down a Duff with Homer at Moe’s Tavern, pick up a few comics at The Android’s Dungeon & Baseball Card Shop, or start the zombie apocalypse by munching down on a patty from Krusty Burger? Well, you’ll be able to get as close as humanly possible at Universal Orlando Resort this summer when they unveil their new Simpsons/Springfield-themed ride and surrounding zone.

Read more about what to expect after the jump!

Fans of the long-surviving animated television series The Simpsons will soon be able to walk the streets of Springfield thanks to Universal Orlando Resort. Read the official press release that’s got some people salivating for a Duff:

ORLANDO, Fla. (May 23, 2013) – Woo Hoo! Springfield, hometown to America’s favorite animated family, The Simpsons, comes to life at Universal Orlando Resort this summer.

The expansive, new area within Universal Studios will be anchored by the mega-attraction, The Simpsons Ride, and will allow guests to enter the world of The Simpsons like never before. It will be the only place in the world where guests can walk the streets of Springfield. It will include a brand-new outdoor attraction, places and foods pulled right from the show and two new Simpsons characters who will make their debut with the new area – Krusty the Clown and Sideshow Bob.

And yes – there will be Duff Beer, brewed exclusively for Universal Orlando.

For the first time ever – anywhere – fans will be able to walk down Fast Food Boulevard and visit the places that helped Springfield stake its claim as “Shelbyville by the Sea.” They will be able to grab a Krusty-certified meat sandwich at Krusty Burger, snatch the catch of the day at the Frying Dutchman, get a slice at Luigi’s Pizza, go nuts for donuts at Lard Lad, enjoy a “Taco Fresho” with Bumblebee Man and imbibe at Moe’s Tavern.

The new Springfield attraction is meant to help promote the park’s new Simpsons-themed ride centered around some of the show’s out-of-this-world characters.

The new attraction – called Kang & Kodos’ Twirl ‘n’ Hurl – will take “foolish humans” on an intergalactic spin designed to send them into orbit.

“This will be a must-see experience for Simpsons fans all over the world,” said Mark Woodbury, President of Universal Creative. “For the first time ever, they’re going to be able to enter a world that they’ve only seen on television – and we’re really excited to bring that world to life.”

Even if done poorly a Springfield brought to life sounds extremely entertaining, so something done well could be pretty amazing. Imagine feeling a little frisky after a few Duff beers and getting a picture with Krusty the Clown and Sideshow Bob as you happen across them as you’re working your way toward a slice at Luigi’s Pizza. It all sounds awesome!

“This new expansion will broaden and deepen the already incredible experience at Universal, by bringing to life the iconic landmarks of Springfield that fans have grown to love,” said Jeffrey Godsick, President, Fox Consumer Products. “Fans will literally be able to live and breathe Springfield as they visit the statue of Jebediah, enjoy a Krusty Burger, and have a seat at Moe’s Tavern, which are just a few of the great experiences awaiting at Universal.”

“It has been an honor to bring the world of the Simpsons to life in such a letter-perfect way,” said Denise Sirkot, President, Worldwide Brand, Gracie Films. “Truly this is the Krustyest place on earth.”

No word yet on when the attraction will open, but it may be the one worth making the trip to Florida for when the ribbon is finally cut. Check out the press release from Universal Orlando HERE, and keep your fingers crossed we’ll get a Kwik-E-Mart so we can all indulge in a Squishee while browsing the aisles before we die!