Universal Epic Universe Set to Open on May 22, 2025
Universal Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort will officially open on May 22, 2025.
Multi-day tickets that include the new theme park will go on sale Tuesday, October 22. Reservations for the Universal Helios Grand Hotel, which is adjacent to the theme park, will open on Tuesday, October 22, for stays beginning May 22, 2025.
“This is such a pivotal moment for our destination, and we’re thrilled to welcome guests to Epic Universe next year,” said Karen Irwin, President and COO of Universal Orlando Resort. “With the addition of this spectacular new theme park, our guests will embark on an unforgettable vacation experience with a week’s worth of thrills that will be nothing short of epic! Our Universe will never be the same.”
Tickets and Vacation Packages
Universal has announced that tickets and vacation packages for the first phase, which includes access to Universal Epic Universe, will go on sale on Tuesday, October 22, 2025.
Multi-day tickets and vacation packages include three, four, or five days of admission to Universal’s theme parks – including one-day admission to Epic Universe. These products will go on sale on Tuesday, October 22.
Reservations for Universal Helios Grand Hotel will open on Tuesday, October 22, for stays beginning May 22, 2025.
Annual Passholders can purchase single-day tickets to Universal Epic Universe before they go on sale to the general public. Passholders can take advantage of this priority opportunity beginning Thursday, October 24.
Multi-Day Tickets that Include One Day Admission to Universal Epic Universe
The following multi-day ticket options, inclusive of Universal Epic Universe, will be available:
• 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
For each of the above, guests also have the option to add access to Universal Volcano Bay.
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
2025 Explorer Ticket inclusive of a Single Day at Universal Epic Universe (Only available in the U.K. and Latin America)
Available for visits in 2025, guests can enjoy the thrills of Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal Volcano Bay for 14 days and access the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park for one day during their ticket validity window.
All Parks Ticket (Only available in the U.K.)
The All Parks Ticket, available for visits beginning January 1, 2026, allows guests to visit all four Universal Orlando theme parks for 14 days. This ticket also includes park-to-park access, meaning guests can visit multiple theme parks, including Universal Epic Universe, on the same day or any day during their ticket validity window.
Visit the Epic Universe website for more details and future ticket options.
More about Epic Universe
Universal Epic Universe will have five themed worlds, and you can read about them all in our previous posts:
Universal has built three new resorts near Universal Epic Universe:
