ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando Resort shared new details Tuesday about a brand new theme park set to open in 2025.
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Universal’s Epic Universe is boasted to be a “next level” theme park. It’ll be the fourth individual park in the Universal Resort family, joining Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay.
Epic Universe will feature five distinct lands, each with their own attractions, dining, and shopping experiences.
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Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: In 2025, Universal Orlando Resort will unveil its next gamechanger for theme park entertainment with the debut of its most ambitious theme park yet: Universal Epic Universe. Universal Epic Universe will present a level of theme park immersion and innovation that is unmatched – transporting guests to expansive worlds featuring more than 50 awe-inspiring attraction, entertainment, dining and shopping experiences that come together to create an unforgettable adventure that is nothing short of epic. The addition of Universal Orlando’s fourth theme park will also transform the award-winning resort into a weeklong vacation destination filled with the most compelling experiences imaginable. The five worlds of Universal Epic Universe are: 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. And located inside Universal Epic Universe at the end of Celestial Park is Universal Helios Grand Hotel. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: In 2025, Universal Orlando Resort will unveil its next gamechanger for theme park entertainment with the debut of its most ambitious theme park yet: Universal Epic Universe. Epic Universe will present a level of theme park immersion and innovation that is unmatched – transporting guests to expansive worlds featuring more than 50 awe-inspiring attraction, entertainment, dining and shopping experiences that come together to create an unforgettable adventure that is nothing short of epic. The addition of Universal Orlando’s fourth theme park will also transform the award-winning resort into a weeklong vacation destination filled with the most compelling experiences imaginable. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Celestial Park is the heart of Epic Universe and the first world guests will encounter at the new theme park. With acres of rolling gardens, chasing waterways and strolling pathways, Celestial Park puts the “park” back in “theme park.” As soon as guests enter the imaginative world, they’ll embark on a journey of discovery, thrills and excitement as they wander through lush living gardens nestled along shimmering waters surrounded by stunning architecture inspired by astronomical and mythological elements. Here, guests can relax while taking in the sights and sounds around them, board a shooting comet for an exhilarating roller coaster adventure, dine on delectable cuisine, shop exclusive merchandise to commemorate their visit and more. More details about Universal Epic Universe will be revealed in the months ahead. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Some of the wonders guests can enjoy while exploring Celestial Park – one of Epic Universe’s five imaginative worlds – include Starfall Racers – a dual-launch racing coaster; Constellation Carousel – where explorers of all ages will take a fantastical whirl aboard constellations that glide forward, backward, and even make 360-degree rotations; Astronomica – an interactive wet-play area that also doubles as a giant compass rose to the many wonders of Epic Universe; and so much more. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Celestial Park at Universal Epic Universe will offer an array of unique dining experiences ranging from full-service restaurants to quick-service locations that offer something for every palate, including The Blue Dragon Pan-Asian Restaurant – where diners take a culinary journey across Asia as they enjoy authentic Chinese, Japanese and Thai fare in this full-service restaurant accented with neon dragons and ethereal lanterns. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Celestial Park is the heart of Epic Universe and the first world guests will encounter at the new theme park. With acres of rolling gardens, chasing waterways and strolling pathways, Celestial Park puts the “park” back in “theme park.” As soon as guests enter the imaginative world, they’ll embark on a journey of discovery, thrills and excitement as they wander through lush living gardens nestled along shimmering waters surrounded by stunning architecture inspired by astronomical and mythological elements. Here, guests can relax while taking in the sights and sounds around them, board a shooting comet for an exhilarating roller coaster adventure, dine on delectable cuisine, shop exclusive merchandise to commemorate their visit and more. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Celestial Park at Universal Epic Universe will offer an array of unique dining experiences ranging from full-service restaurants to quick-service locations that offer something for every palate, including Atlantic – a full-service “surf and turf” restaurant set inside a Victorian aquarium complete with captivating views of Celestial Park. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Starfall Racers – located in Celestial Park at Universal Epic Universe – is a dual-launch racing coaster that sends guests rocketing through the skies aboard comets in a race to see who’s the fastest of them all. Reaching speeds up to 62 mph and heights up to 133 feet along 5,000 feet of track, Starfall Racers will be Epic Universe’s most thrilling coaster experience with unique maneuvers such as the “Celestial Spin,” in which the two coaster vehicles perform an inverted crisscross while speeding through the air – creating an “out-of-this-world” adrenaline rush. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Constellation Carousel is the grand centerpiece of Celestial Park at Universal Epic Universe. Here, explorers of all ages will take a fantastical whirl aboard constellations that glide forward, backward – and even make 360-degree rotations – through the milky way in a choreographed dance of music and starlight. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Celestial Park is the heart of Epic Universe and the first world guests will encounter at the new theme park. With acres of rolling gardens, chasing waterways and strolling pathways, Celestial Park puts the “park” back in “theme park.” As soon as guests enter the imaginative world, they’ll embark on a journey of discovery, thrills and excitement as they wander through lush living gardens nestled along shimmering waters surrounded by stunning architecture inspired by astronomical and mythological elements. Here, guests can relax while taking in the sights and sounds around them, board a shooting comet for an exhilarating roller coaster adventure, dine on delectable cuisine, shop exclusive merchandise to commemorate their visit and more. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Through a set of majestic portals, guests at Universal Epic Universe will embark on a transformative experience as they journey to each of the theme park’s imaginative worlds, including Dark Universe – where they will encounter everything from the experiments of Dr. Victoria Frankenstein to a shadowy landscape where monsters roam in a world of myth and mystery. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Through a set of majestic portals, guests at Universal Epic Universe will embark on a transformative experience as they journey to each of the theme park’s imaginative worlds, including SUPER NINTENDO WORLD – where they will enter the iconic green pipe and discover a new way to play as they step into the worlds of beloved characters like Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach and Donkey Kong. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Celestial Park at Universal Epic Universe will offer incredibly detailed retail locations, including the Nintendo Super Star Store, where guests can shop an assortment of merchandise themed to SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Through a set of majestic portals, guests at Universal Epic Universe will embark on a transformative experience as they journey to each of the theme park’s imaginative worlds, including How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk – where they can soar with dragons in a colorful world filled with Viking adventures based on the wildly popular How to Train Your Dragon film franchise. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Through a set of majestic portals, guests at Universal Epic Universe will embark on a transformative experience as they journey to each of the theme park’s imaginative worlds, including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic – where they’ll explore the magical streets of 1920s Paris and embark on a new experience at the British Ministry of Magic. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Guests staying at Universal Stella Nova Resort can take advantage of exclusive theme park benefits – including Early Park Admission, allowing guests to access one of the three amazing theme parks up to an hour before park opening, complimentary transportation to and from the parks, resort-wide charging privileges, and more. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Featuring tranquil accommodations inspired by distant galaxies, new stars and mysterious black holes, Universal Stella Nova Resort is slated to open on January 21, 2025 – adding 750 guest rooms to Universal Orlando Resort’s Prime Value category. The property will be located adjacent to the future site of the new Universal Epic Universe theme park, which will open at a later date in 2025. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Featuring tranquil accommodations inspired by distant galaxies, new stars and mysterious black holes, Universal Stella Nova Resort is slated to open on January 21, 2025 – adding 750 guest rooms to Universal Orlando Resort’s Prime Value category. The property will be located adjacent to the future site of the new Universal Epic Universe theme park, which will open at a later date in 2025. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Featuring tranquil accommodations inspired by distant galaxies, new stars and mysterious black holes, Universal Stella Nova Resort is slated to open on January 21, 2025 – adding 750 guest rooms to Universal Orlando Resort’s Prime Value category. The property will be located adjacent to the future site of the new Universal Epic Universe theme park, which will open at a later date in 2025. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Inspired by the massive and diverse planetary elements of the universe, Universal Terra Luna Resort is slated to open on February 25, 2025 – adding 750 guest rooms to Universal Orlando Resort’s Prime Value category. The property will be located adjacent to the future site of the new Universal Epic Universe theme park, which will open at a later date in 2025. (Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Featuring tranquil accommodations inspired by distant galaxies, new stars and mysterious black holes, Universal Stella Nova Resort is slated to open on January 21, 2025 – adding 750 guest rooms to Universal Orlando Resort’s Prime Value category. The property will be located adjacent to the future site of the new Universal Epic Universe theme park, which will open at a later date in 2025. (KILBY_PHOTO_LLC/Universal Parks)
Universal Epic Universe From Universal Parks: Located inside Epic Universe at the end of Celestial Park is Universal Helios Grand Hotel, designed to transport guests to a world where the heavens and earth unite – complete with 500 rooms, one-of-a-kind views and its very own dedicated entrance into the theme park. (Universal Parks)
Described as the “heart’ of Epic Universe, Celestial Park, will be the first immersive world guests experience. It features acres of gardens, waterways, and architecture inspired by astronomical and mythological elements.
The park will also feature a new dual-launch racing roller coaster, Starfall Racers. It’s described as the “most thrilling” roller coaster experience in the new attraction.
Additionally, Celestial Park will serve as a gateway of sorts to the other four unique worlds included in the Epic Universe experience.
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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter offers a blend of the 1920s wizarding Paris shown in the “Fantastic Beasts” film trilogy with the British “Ministry of Magic” from the Harry Potter series.
Another portal from Celestial Park will lead to the new Super Nintendo World, denoted by one of their iconic green pipes. There, guests will get to experience the worlds of Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Donkey Kong.
How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk is where guests will be able to enjoy the experience of flying with dragons in a world based on the “How to Train your Dragon” collection of films.
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Finally, Dark Universe is described as a “shadowy” world of myth where the experiments of Dr. Victoria Frankenstein and other monsters will roam.
More details about Epic Universe are expected to be released in the months to come. For more information, click here.
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