Universal's Epic Universe Set to Challenge Disney's Theme Park Dominance

The upcoming Epic Universe park in Orlando, opening May 2025, poses a significant competitive threat to Disney with its expansive new attractions.

Epic Universe, Universal's new theme park in Orlando, will open on May 22, 2025, featuring over 50 rides and attractions across five themed lands.
The park will include lands based on popular franchises such as Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, and Super Nintendo World
Disney has not opened a new theme park in Walt Disney World since Animal Kingdom in 1998, while Universal continues to expand its offerings.
Universal's strategic use of intellectual properties and innovative attractions has consistently drawn attention away from Disney in recent years.
Tickets for Epic Universe will be available starting October 22, with multi-day packages initially required to manage visitor numbers.