Universal Orlando Resort’s new theme park Universal Epic Universe will open on May 22, 2025, with initial tickets going on sale from Tuesday (October 22).
The resort’s fourth park will feature more than 50 experiences 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.
Epic Universe will also feature the 500-room Universal Helios Grand Hotel, which will overlook the park and will feature a dedicated entrance.
Ticket options available from October 22 include the 2025 Explorer Ticket, which will include one day at Epic Universe alongside 14 days at the other three Universal Orlando parks, and the All Parks Ticket, which will allow 14 days’ access to all four theme parks and will be available for travel from January 1, 2026.
Reservations for Universal Helios Grand Hotel will also open on Tuesday for stays beginning on May 22, 2025, while annual passholders will have the option to purchase single-day tickets for the new park from Thursday (October 24).
More details and ticket options for Universal Epic Universe will be released “in the months ahead”, the company confirmed.
Karen Irwin, president and chief operating officer of Universal Orlando Resort, said: “This is such a pivotal moment for our destination, and we’re thrilled to welcome guests to Epic Universe next year.
“With the addition of this spectacular new theme park, our guests are going to embark on an unforgettable vacation experience comprised of a week’s worth of thrills that will be nothing short of epic – and our Universe will never be the same.”
Alison Montague, vice-president of international sales & marketing EMEA for Universal Destinations & Experiences, said: “This is a monumental moment for Universal Orlando Resort. This brand-new park represents the next generation of theme park experiences, offering more thrills, more excitement, and more immersive worlds than ever before.
“We know how much UK and Irish visitors love Universal Orlando Resort, and with Epic Universe, we’re raising the bar even higher.”
Describing the new park as a “game-changer”, she added: “Our re-imagined destination is filled with fun and exciting year-round innovations and unforgettable experiences designed to captivate visitors of every age.
“With tickets going on sale this month, and the opening date being revealed, it’s the perfect opportunity to plan and secure holidays that will be talked about for years to come.”
Montague previously revealed plans to host exclusive pre-opening fam trips to Epic Universe ahead of its opening.
