Epic Universe Opening Date Officially Announced by Universal Orlando Resort

Tickets sales will begin this month, with Epic Universe opening in May

Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced that the much-anticipated Epic Universe theme park will open to guests on May 22, 2025, with sales of multi-day tickets and packages starting on October 22! This exciting news comes shortly after a Wall Street Journal article hinted at a pre-Memorial Day opening, citing “sources familiar” with the park’s development plans. Now, with confirmation from Universal itself, fans can mark their calendars and begin planning their next great adventure at what promises to be a groundbreaking addition to the theme park landscape.

Related: Tickets for Epic Universe Expected to go on Sale in October

The timeline for Epic Universe’s opening is particularly impressive—construction began in March 2021, and Universal is on track to deliver a brand-new, massive theme park in just over four years. Epic Universe will feature five immersive themed lands, each with unique attractions, dining experiences, and entertainment offerings, inviting guests to explore worlds like never before:

1. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ — Ministry of Magic™: Step into the wizarding world like never before, starting in 1920s Paris, where you’ll encounter fantastic beasts, and then travel through the Métro-Floo system to the British Ministry of Magic in the 1990s. Once inside the Ministry, you will experience an epic attraction as you help ensure Dolores Umbridge finally answers for her crimes in the Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry attraction.
2. SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™: Dive into the vibrant and colorful realms of Super Mario Land™ and Donkey Kong Country™. Universal’s creative team has developed an array of interactive rides and attractions that immerse guests in Nintendo’s beloved gaming universe. Whether you’re racing through Mario Kart or exploring the mysteries of Donkey Kong’s jungle, this land promises endless fun for all ages (a Donkey Kong coaster that skips the track-count us in!)
3. How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk: Based on the beloved How to Train Your Dragon films, this land will transport guests to the Viking village of Berk. Highlights include a thrilling roller coaster that takes you on a ride through the skies with dragons, a live stage show, and a dragon racing trainer attraction. With flying dragons and fire-breathing fun, this land offers excitement for the whole family.
4. Dark Universe: Enter a shadowy world where Universal’s Classic Monsters come to life like never before. Dark Universe will feature groundbreaking attractions that pay homage to iconic creatures such as Frankenstein, Dracula, and the Mummy. This land will feature Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment which promises to be the most spine-chilling attraction Universal has ever built!
5. Celestial Park: At the center of Epic Universe lies Celestial Park, a cosmic and lush landscape filled with tree-lined walkways, dancing fountains, and otherworldly wonders. This land will serve as a tranquil, sensory-filled oasis, offering guests a journey through the stars, with plenty of surprises hidden among its natural beauty. We cannot wait to hop aboard the Stardust Racers and race through the Cosmos.

In addition to the new park, Universal Orlando will also be unveiling three new hotels to complement the Epic Universe experience. Each hotel offers its own distinct theme and style:

• Universal Helios Grand Hotel, opening in 2025, will offer stunning views of Epic Universe, with elegant Mediterranean-inspired design and celestial touches. Bookings for Helios Grand Hotel will also open on October 22 for stays beginning May 22, 2025.
• Universal Stella Nova Resort, debuting on January 21, 2025, invites guests to embrace their adventurous spirit in a resort inspired by the mysteries of the cosmos.
• Universal Terra Luna Resort, set to open on February 25, 2025, will provide guests with a unique way to experience Universal Orlando, blending luxury accommodations with a sense of exploration.

Guests staying at any of the Epic Universe hotels will enjoy convenient, free transportation between the hotels and the rest of Universal Orlando Resort, making it easier than ever to explore everything the resort has to offer.

Ticket sales will begin soon, and will roll out as follows:

• 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, will go on sale on Tuesday, October 22.
  • 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
  • Create Your Own Vacation Package: Guests 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
• Annual Passholders have the exclusive opportunity to purchase single-day tickets to Universal Epic Universe before they go on sale to the general public, beginning Thursday, October 24.

Related: Aerial Look of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Construction at Universal’s Epic Universe

Guests can start purchasing tickets for Epic Universe as early as this month! With this latest announcement, Universal Orlando is preparing for a monumental 2025, and the countdown to the opening of Epic Universe has officially begun! We cannot wait to step underneath the Chronos and finally experience what Epic Universe has to offer!

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