BREAKING: Universal Drops Big News for All 2026 Theme Park Guests

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Universal just dropped some major news for its newest theme park.

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Those hoping to start planning their Epic Universe vacations for next year can now do so, as 2026 tickets are available to purchase. Previously, Epic Universe tickets were only available through the end of 2025, but 2026 dates have recently been added.

Guests can visit the official Universal Orlando website to purchase tickets for Universal Epic Universe. Travelers have the option of both single-day and multi-day tickets. The single-day ticket works just like it sounds, giving guests one day to enjoy the Epic Universe.

The multi-day ticket option grants guests multiple days at Epic Universe, Universal Studios Florida, and Universal Islands of Adventure parks.

Epic Universe still does not have an annual pass. However, annual passholders can take advantage of select discounts at the parks.

Guests ride Stardust Racers at Epic Universe
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Epic Universe officially opened on May 22, 2025, and has been a massive hit for the Universal Orlando Resort. Announced in 2019, Epic Universe is one of the most exciting theme park developments of the last few decades. The park marks Universal’s first major U.S. theme park expansion since 1999 and features perhaps some of the company’s most complex and impressive attractions to date.

The heaviest hitters include Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment, a highly themed dark ride tour through a gothic castle, and Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, a totally immersive adventure through the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

Other popular rides at Epic Universe include Stardust Racers, a dueling roller coaster, and Mine-Cart Madness, a Donkey Kong-themed family coaster.

Epic Universe also features a few places to shop, eat, and explore. Other highlights of the new park include The Untrainable Dragon, a live stage show based on the How to Train Your Dragon franchise.

While still very new, Universal and its parent company Comcast have already teased new additions and expansions for Epic Universe. No exact details have been shared, but rumors suggest the park could see a Wicked-themed attraction take shape, as well as a land dedicated to Nintendo’s Pokémon brand.

Several other projects are being worked on across the resort. Earlier this year, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit closed permanently at Universal Studios Florida. The roller coaster has been taken apart and demolished over the last few weeks. Universal has yet to announce what will replace it, but much like Epic Universe, rumors suggest some big surprises are in store.

Have you been to Epic Universe yet?

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