Key takeaways
- Epic Universe by Universal Orlando opens on May 22, 2025, amid high anticipation.
- Ticket sales currently offer multi-day packages with single-day tickets available for annual passholders through October 24, 2024.
- Guests can book a stay at Universal's Helios Grand Hotel starting Oct. 22 with central hub views and a separate park entrance.
Universal Orlando Resort It recently announced the May 22, 2025 opening date of its fourth theme park, the much-anticipated Epic Universe. In development since 2019, the opening date for this massive expansion at the Universal property was originally projected to be in late 2025.
Epic Universe is Universal's most ambitious project and is set to be its largest park yet. For years, little was known about the opening date beyond the nebulous deadline of 2025. Construction is well underway, many of the park's themes are nearing completion, and many rides and props are now being tested, so fans are excited. Waiting for the official opening date.
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Universal clarified that Epic Universe will open to the public starting May 22, 2025. This spring opening comes as a surprise to fans, but it's the perfect time to open a new park. Universal also has a history of debuting major changes at its parks from May through July. May is typically a slow month for many theme parks, so attracting crowds to the resort while it's quiet in attendance is a smart move. However, this strategy comes with a catch.
Ticket package and hotel reservation dates revealed
Ticket sales are in their early stages, so additional ticket options such as additional packages, general admission single-day tickets, and express passes will be announced sometime in the future. Current packages can be purchased directly from Universal or through travel agents beginning October 22, 2024.
- For now, the only way to get tickets to Epic Universe is through multi-day packages.
- These packages range from three to five day tickets with an additional day for entry into the epic universe.
- With these tickets on sale starting October 24, 2024, being an Annual Passholder is the only way to purchase a one-day ticket.
Outside of ticket bundles, guests can begin booking stays at the Universal Helios Grand Hotel on October 22. As seen in the park's concept art, the hotel overlooks the central hub and has its own entrance to the epic universe. Theme park admission is not included with the reservation. It should be noted that rooms at the nearby value resorts New Park, Stella Nova and Terra Luna can be booked now and will open on January 21 and February 25, 2025, respectively.
Fans are waiting for more information Universal Orlando Resort In conjunction with Epic Universe's opening, they can view current vacation packages starting Tuesday, October 22. The Epic Universe website will be continuously updated as additional phases of the ticketing plan are announced as Spring 2025 approaches.
