It's Mario Time When Universal's Epic Universe Opens In May 2025

Oh, the anticipation is palpable! As a lifelong fan who’s been through the magical portals of Diagon Alley and raced go-karts with Mario, the news about Universal Epic Universe has sent shivers of excitement down my spine. The idea of stepping into Celestial Park, exploring the Ministry of Magic, and soaring on a Dragon at Isle of Berk is nothing short of mind-blowing!


Following several days filled with speculation, Universal Studios confirmed on Thursday that their eagerly awaited fourth theme park, Universal Epic Universe, will commence operation on May 22, 2025. This sprawling resort is intricately connected and will encompass five distinct realms, each with a unique theme linked to a specific franchise owned by Universal: 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.

As I step foot into Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort metamorphoses into a week-long getaway paradise, offering more than just theme parks – it’s the entire experience that counts! The lineup includes no less than eleven hotels, each designed to be a destination in its own right. Among them is the Helios Hotel, boasting a grand total of 500 cozy rooms, ready to accommodate fellow gamers like myself.

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Universal Orlando president and COO Karen Irwin expressed excitement in a statement, saying, “We’re at a crucial point as we prepare for our destination, and we’re delighted to invite guests to explore Epic Universe next year. This extraordinary new theme park will offer an incredible vacation adventure, packed with a week’s worth of exhilaration that promises to be truly epic! Once visited, our universe will never be the same.

As a gaming enthusiast, I can’t contain my excitement! Mark your calendars for October 22nd – that’s the day you can start planning an unforgettable adventure at Universal Orlando! That’s when tickets and packages for the Universal Epic Universe will be available, perfect if you’re aiming for a 4-5 day park hopping experience. Plus, reservations for Helios will also open on the same day. Get ready to embark on an epic journey!

As a passholder of Universal Epic Universe, I’m excited to share that we’ll get the first crack at purchasing single-day tickets ahead of the public! This exclusive priority opportunity starts on Thursday, October 24. Stay tuned for more details about other ticket products like multi-day passes, Florida resident tickets, and Universal Express passes, which will be revealed sometime before the park opens, although the exact date is yet to be announced.

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2024-10-17 18:09