Epic Universe ticket information for May 2025 opening

Universal Orlando Resort has released information regarding ticket options for its highly anticipated fourth theme park, Epic Universe. The park is set to open on May 22, 2025, and will offer guests a unique and immersive experience. Tickets will start to go on sale Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024.

The only thing that has not yet been made available is the cost of the tickets and packages and there is no indication that will be made available prior to Oct. 24.

During the initial phase of ticket sales, Universal Epic Universe will only offer multi-day tickets for three days or longer, which include one-day admission to the new park. Single-day and two-day tickets will be introduced at a later date.

While the initial ticket offerings do not include Florida Resident discounts, Universal Orlando has confirmed that these options will be available in the future.

Guests purchasing multi-day tickets for three or more days will not need to specify the date they plan to visit Epic Universe. Simply indicate the first date you wish your ticket to be valid, and you can visit any of the parks during that window.

To ensure a quality experience for all guests, Universal Orlando will manage attendance at Epic Universe. Ticket inventory and capacity will be controlled to guarantee that each guest who purchases an Epic Universe-inclusive ticket can visit the park for one day during the validity of their ticket.

No information has been given on what the new annual passholder offerings or prices will be, however, annual passholders will have the ability to purchase a single-day admission ticket starting Oct. 24.

While multi-day tickets currently only include one-day admission to Epic Universe, additional options will be available in the coming months. These may include one-day and two-day tickets, Universal Express, and more.

Below is the FAQ provided by Universal:

Q: Is there a one or two-day option for guests wanting to visit Universal Epic Universe?
A: During this initial phase of Universal Epic Universe-inclusive tickets, we are only offering multi-day tickets for 3-Days or longer that include one-day admission to Universal Epic Universe. Additional product offerings — including single-day and two-day tickets for Universal Epic Universe — will be launched at a later date before the park opens.

Q: Are there Florida Resident discounted tickets available for Universal Epic Universe?
A: While this initial phase of Universal Epic Universe-inclusive tickets launch does not include Florida Resident discounted tickets, we will offer Florida Resident ticket options and additional product offerings – for Epic Universe at a later date.

Q: Do guests need to specify the date that they are visiting Universal Epic Universe when purchasing a multi-day ticket for 3-days or longer?
A: No, when purchasing the current multi-day ticket options that include one-day admission to Universal Epic Universe, you will not need to specify the date that you plan to visit Epic Universe. You’ll only need to indicate the first date that you would like your overall ticket to be valid, and you will be able to visit any of the parks beginning on that date.

Q: Can guests change the date of their tickets?
A: Yes, you can change the date of your ticket via the self-service tool on the Universal Orlando website. Please note that if the price of the new date you choose to visit is higher than your original ticket selection, you will be required to pay the difference. If you need assistance, please call (877) 801-9720.

Q: Are guests guaranteed to be able to visit Universal Epic Universe with their ticket?
A: We plan to manage attendance at Universal Epic Universe to ensure we’re providing the best possible experience for our guests. As part of this process, ticket inventory and capacity will be controlled to allow each guest who purchases an Epic Universe-inclusive ticket to visit the park for one day during the course of the validity window of their ticket.

Q: Can guests buy a ticket to visit Universal Epic Universe for more than one day of their visit?
A: During this initial phase of Universal Epic Universe-inclusive tickets, guests are only able to purchase multi-day tickets for 3-Days or longer that include one-day admission to Universal Epic Universe. Additional product offerings — including single-day and two-day tickets for Universal Epic Universe — will be launched at a later date before the park opens.

Q: Do all Universal Orlando tickets include Universal Epic Universe?
A: During this initial phase, all three-, four- and five-day tickets purchased for visits on or after the grand opening date of Universal Epic Universe will include one-day access to the new theme park. One-day and two-day tickets currently do not include access to Universal Epic Universe but are still available for purchase for guests who wish to enjoy our existing theme parks.

Additional Universal Epic Universe-inclusive ticket products – including one-day and two-day tickets, Universal Express and more – will be available in the coming months and will go on sale before the park opens.

Q: Are there Express Pass products available for Universal Epic Universe?
A: Express Passes for Universal Epic Universe will be launched at a later date before the park opens. More details will be announced closer to the launch of these products.

Q: Are there VIP Tours available for Universal Epic Universe?
A: VIP Tour experiences that include Universal Epic Universe will be launched at a later date before the park opens. More details will be announced closer to the launch of these products.

Q: Are there My Universal Photo products available for Universal Epic Universe?
A: My Universal Photo products that include Universal Epic Universe will be launched at a later date before the park opens. More details will be announced closer to the launch of these products.

Q: Will Early Park Admission be offered at Universal Epic Universe?
A: Yes, Early Park Admission for Universal hotel guests will expand to include Universal Epic Universe from the park’s Grand Opening date onward. Valid theme park admission is required and select attractions are included. More information about Early Park Admission and entitlements is available here.

Q: Do I need a park admission ticket to enter Celestial Park?
A: Yes, Celestial Park is one of the five imaginative worlds of Universal Epic Universe. Guests will be able to explore Celestial Park as part of their admission to Universal Epic Universe.

Q: Will there be transportation available between Universal Epic Universe and Universal Studios Florida/Universal Islands of Adventure/Universal Volcano Bay/Universal CityWalk?
A: Yes, guests will be able to take advantage of complimentary shuttle bus transportation to venture between Universal Epic Universe and Universal’s existing theme parks and CityWalk.