Kang & Kodos' Twirl 'n' Hurl

The Attraction Overview

Kang & Kodos' Twirl 'n' Hurl is a gentle spinning ride themed to The Simpsons' recurring alien characters, letting riders control how high or low their saucer-shaped vehicle flies as it circles around a central column. It's built in the classic carnival 'octopus' or Dumbo-style format, reimagined with Springfield theming.

Its main appeal is accessibility — with no strict height minimum for accompanied riders, it's one of the few attractions in the Springfield area that very young guests can enjoy alongside older family members.

The Story

The ride opened on August 11, 2013, as part of the larger Springfield: Home of the Simpsons land expansion at Universal Studios Florida, joining The Simpsons Ride under the same Springfield theming.

Before the Clock Strikes

• This is best used as a quick, low-commitment ride for families with small children rather than a headliner to plan a visit around.
• There's no single-rider line since it's designed for families to ride together.
• Lines are typically short outside of peak family travel periods like school holidays.
• It pairs naturally with a Springfield food stop at Krusty Burger or Duff Brewery, since both sit within steps of the ride.