After much speculation, unconfirmed reports and a cryptic social media post from Universal Orlando Resort, the company has finally announced an opening date for its latest entertainment undertaking, a new theme park called Epic Universe.Epic Universe will open May 22, 2025, according to a social media post from the park. Tickets will go on sale Oct. 22, which will be the same day guests can book reservations at select hotels.In the works for years, the groundbreaking, 750-acre park is the fourth addition to Universal’s empire of Orlando entertainment, including Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay water park. About Epic UniverseUniversal expects its new multi-themed park, divided into five separate worlds, to transform Central Florida.Dubbed “the most immersive and innovative park ever built,” Epic Universe is set to bring in millions of tourist dollars and change the attraction landscape in Orlando and beyond.Inspired by the exploration of unknown worlds, Universal’s Epic Universe will be composed of five separate “lands,” all with their own themed rides, dining and shopping. Celestial Park, inspired by all things astronomy and mythology, is at the heart of it all.> WATCH: Chopper 2 captures a look at new ‘Starfall Racers’ coaster from Universal’s Epic UniverseFrom Celestial, Universal has crafted four other worlds for guests to explore, including:Dark Universe, featuring some of Universal’s most iconic monsters.Super Nintendo World, a vibrant land bringing you straight into video game paradise.How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk, where you can live among dragons and Vikings.Harry Potter’s Ministry of Magic, the third franchise-themed world spanning Universal Orlando.The addition of a new park also means the addition of three new hotels, including Helios Grand Hotel, the gem of Universal lodging, officials say.According to the park, Helios Grand Hotel is a “full-service hotel for guests looking to go all-out during their Universal Orlando Resort stay.” The biggest perk is Helios’ dedicated and exclusive entrance into Celestial Park.Two other themed hotels, the Stella Nova Resort and the Terra Luna Resort, are also opening on the premises. > READ: Universal shares first-ever details about Helios Grand Hotel coming to Epic Universe
ORLANDO, Fla. —
After much speculation, unconfirmed reports and a cryptic social media post from Universal Orlando Resort, the company has finally announced an opening date for its latest entertainment undertaking, a new theme park called Epic Universe.
Epic Universe will open May 22, 2025, according to a social media post from the park. Tickets will go on sale Oct. 22, which will be the same day guests can book reservations at select hotels.
In the works for years, the groundbreaking, 750-acre park is the fourth addition to Universal’s empire of Orlando entertainment, including Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Universal’s Volcano Bay water park.
About Epic Universe
Universal expects its new multi-themed park, divided into five separate worlds, to transform Central Florida.
Dubbed “the most immersive and innovative park ever built,” Epic Universe is set to bring in millions of tourist dollars and change the attraction landscape in Orlando and beyond.
Inspired by the exploration of unknown worlds, Universal’s Epic Universe will be composed of five separate “lands,” all with their own themed rides, dining and shopping. Celestial Park, inspired by all things astronomy and mythology, is at the heart of it all.
> WATCH: Chopper 2 captures a look at new ‘Starfall Racers’ coaster from Universal’s Epic Universe
From Celestial, Universal has crafted four other worlds for guests to explore, including:
The addition of a new park also means the addition of three new hotels, including Helios Grand Hotel, the gem of Universal lodging, officials say.
According to the park, Helios Grand Hotel is a “full-service hotel for guests looking to go all-out during their Universal Orlando Resort stay.” The biggest perk is Helios’ dedicated and exclusive entrance into Celestial Park.
Two other themed hotels, the Stella Nova Resort and the Terra Luna Resort, are also opening on the premises.
> READ: Universal shares first-ever details about Helios Grand Hotel coming to Epic Universe
