Overview
- Universal announced on Wednesday that it expanded Universal Nights from two nights to five by adding October 24, November 6, and November 20 and said the October 17 date has already sold out.
- Universal Nights is a separately ticketed, limited‑capacity after‑hours event that allows park entry beginning at 7:00 p.m. with exclusive access to attractions and entertainment from 9:00 p.m. to midnight.
- Tickets for available dates are being sold at roughly $179.99–$180 per person plus tax and include complimentary specialty snacks and beverages along with character meet‑and‑greets.
- Regular daytime Epic Universe ticket holders will not retain the event’s extended after‑hours access unless they buy a Universal Nights ticket, creating a direct value choice between a full day and a shorter premium evening.
- The rollout follows Epic Universe’s May 2025 opening and reflects a dual strategy to generate incremental revenue from nighttime hours while using limited‑capacity events to manage crowding and sell an exclusive experience.