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Universal Orlando Resort’s Much-Anticipated New Theme Park, Universal Epic Universe, Officially Opens On May 22, 2025

Universal Epic Universe Rendering

Plus, Universal Orlando Resort to Launch Select Multi-Day Tickets and Vacation Packages Inclusive of Universal Epic Universe on Tuesday, October 22, as well as Reservations for Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel 

Universal Orlando Annual Passholders Receive Priority Opportunity to Purchase Single-Day Tickets to Universal Epic Universe Beginning Thursday, October 24

Additional Ticket Options for Universal Epic Universe – Including Single-Day Tickets for the General Public and More – Will Go on Sale in the Months Ahead

Orlando, Fla. (Oct. 17, 2024) – The countdown to Epic has officially begun! Universal Orlando Resort’s highly anticipated fourth theme park – Universal Epic Universe – will officially open on May 22, 2025, unlocking the portals to five astounding worlds that will bring to life extraordinary adventures that go beyond guests’ wildest imaginations.

Universal Epic Universe is the most ambitious theme park Universal Destinations and Experiences has ever created and will be the next gamechanger for theme park entertainment. With a total of more than 50 incredible experiences that range from groundbreaking attractions to breathtaking entertainment to incredibly themed dining and shopping and so much more, Epic Universe will present a level of theme park immersion and innovation that is unmatched across five themed worlds: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk and Dark Universe. And anchoring the park is Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel – a majestic 500-room property that will offer one-of-a-kind views of the park and feature its very own dedicated entrance into Epic Universe for hotel guests (valid theme park admission required).

The opening of Epic Universe will transform Universal Orlando Resort into a weeklong vacation destination comprised of four theme parks that are home to the most innovative theme park experiences ever created, 11 spectacular hotels that are destinations unto themselves, and more – forever changing the landscape of the award-winning destination.

“This is such a pivotal moment for our destination, and we’re thrilled to welcome guests to Epic Universe next year,” said Karen Irwin, President and COO of Universal Orlando Resort. “With the addition of this spectacular new theme park, our guests will embark on an unforgettable vacation experience with a week’s worth of thrills that will be nothing short of epic! Our Universe will never be the same.”  

SELECT MULTI-DAY TICKETS AND PACKAGES GO ON SALE NEXT WEEK, WITH MORE ON THE WAY SOON

Next week, guests can begin planning an epic 2025 vacation to Universal Orlando to experience the entire destination as the first phase of ticket products and packages that include access to Universal Epic Universe will go on sale. Specific products launching in this first phase include:

  • A variety of multi-day tickets and vacation packages that include three, four or five days of admission to Universal’s theme parks – including one day admission to Epic Universe. These products will go on sale on Tuesday, October 22.
  • Reservations for Universal Helios Grand Hotel will open on Tuesday, October 22 for stays beginning May 22, 2025.
  • Annual Passholders have the exclusive opportunity to purchase single-day tickets to Universal Epic Universe before they go on sale to the general public. Passholders can take advantage of this priority opportunity beginning Thursday, October 24.

See below for more details about the Universal Epic Universe-inclusive products that will be available for purchase beginning on October 22. Additional ticket products for Epic Universe – including single-day tickets for the general public, additional multi-day ticket options, Florida resident tickets, Universal Express passes and more – will be available at a later date before the park opens.

1st PHASE OF EPIC UNIVERSE-INCLUSIVE TICKETS AND VACATION PACKAGES – ON SALE ON OCT. 22
Multi-Day Tickets that Include One Day Admission to Universal Epic UniverseThe following multi-day ticket options inclusive of Universal Epic Universe will be available:
•  3-Day Ticket: enjoy two days of access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, plus one separate day admission to Universal Epic Universe
•  4-Day Ticket: enjoy three days of access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, plus one separate day admission to Universal Epic Universe
•  5-Day Ticket: enjoy four days of access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, plus one separate day admission to Universal Epic Universe

For each of the above, guests also have the option to add access to Universal Volcano Bay – giving them the opportunity to experience all four Universal Orlando theme parks during their visit.
Create Your Own Vacation PackageGuests can save up to $200* (savings based on a 7-night stay) by bundling a 2-night or longer stay at a Universal hotel with one of the multi-day ticket options above.  

Guests can receive the maximum savings of $200 with a 7-night vacation package that includes:
•  a 5-day ticket that includes four days of access to Universal Studios, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Volcano Bay, plus a separate day admission to Universal Epic Universe
•  7-night hotel accommodations at one of Universal Orlando’s 11 magnificently themed resorts
•  Early Park Admission for Universal Epic Universe, Universal Volcano Bay and either Universal Studios Florida or Universal Islands of Adventure up to one hour before the park opens
2025 Explorer Ticket inclusive of a Single Day at Universal Epic Universe (Only available in the U.K. and Latin America)Available for visits in 2025, guests can enjoy the thrills of Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Volcano Bay for 14 days, plus get access to the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park for one day during their ticket validity window.
All Parks Ticket (Only available in the U.K.)Available for visits beginning January 1, 2026, the All Parks Ticket gives guests the ultimate flexibility – allowing them to visit all four Universal Orlando theme parks for 14 days. This ticket also includes park-to-park access – meaning guests can visit multiple theme parks, including Universal Epic Universe, on the same day or any day they’d like during their ticket validity window.

More details about Universal Epic Universe – including additional ticket products – will be released in the months ahead.

Click here to access renderings of Universal Epic Universe. For more information about the tickets and packages that will be on sale beginning October 22, visit www.universalorlando.com/epicuniverse