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Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe Set to Open May 22 with Limited Nighttime Access

The £7 billion, 110-acre park introduces five immersive lands but early operating hours restrict nighttime experiences during its debut week.

The USA TODAY Florida Network was invited to be among the first to visit Epic Universe before it opens to the public next month. Parkgoers can travel to the Isle of Berk, the Viking village from DreamWorks' "How to Train Your Dragon."
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Overview

  • Epic Universe, Universal Orlando's fourth theme park and Florida's first major new park in 26 years, officially opens on May 22, 2025.
  • The park spans 110 acres, features over 50 attractions, and includes five immersive lands: Celestial Park, Dark Universe, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, and How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk.
  • Initial operating hours of 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. during the first week will provide guests with limited exposure to the park's elaborate nighttime effects, with only about 30 minutes of twilight viewing available.
  • Team members and invited guests previewed the park earlier this year, sharing positive impressions of signature attractions like Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment and Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry.
  • Located 15 minutes from Universal's existing parks, Epic Universe expands the resort’s footprint and is expected to draw significant crowds and economic impact for the region.