Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe Theme Park Expected To Open by Memorial Day 2025

Get ready, theme park fans! Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe Theme Park is expected to open by Memorial Day 2025, and if the rumors are true, it’s going to be epic in every sense of the word. According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, Universal might be opening the gates to their massive new park earlier than expected, with tickets possibly going on sale as soon as this month. Talk about a summer vacation to remember!

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Epic Universe, spanning a jaw-dropping 750 acres, is set to be a major player in the ongoing theme park wars between Universal and Disney. And Universal isn’t holding back. One of the most exciting features? A brand-new Harry Potter-themed area, inspired by the Fantastic Beasts movies, where guests will step into the Ministry of Magic for an immersive showdown with the likes of Dolores Umbridge and the Death Eaters. The ride, called “Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry,” promises to be a next-level experience with multi-directional elevator cars and some seriously spellbinding action.

But Universal’s strategy isn’t just about the rides—they’re also planning to make sure you stick around. Visitors to Epic Universe will need multiday passes, and only one of those days will grant access to the new park. This clever move could make it tricky to squeeze in a Disney trip during your stay, potentially making Universal the star of your Orlando vacation.

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

And it’s not just Harry Potter that’ll be drawing the crowds. Epic Universe is also bringing Super Nintendo World (hello, Donkey Kong roller coaster!), How to Train Your Dragon, and two brand-new themed areas: the space-inspired Celestial Park and the monster-packed Dark Universe. Universal’s got something for everyone, whether you’re a fan of wizards, video games, or classic movie monsters like Frankenstein.

With all of these exciting additions, Universal is aiming to steal the spotlight in 2025, and industry estimates suggest they could pull in millions of visitors from Disney in the process. If everything goes to plan, Epic Universe could be the ultimate summer destination, so stay tuned for those ticket sales!

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