A single-day ticket to Disney’s Magic Kingdom now ranges from $139 to $199, depending on the day. Universal’s upcoming Epic Universe, which officially opens May 22, sits in the same price bracket.

The new land inside Universal’s Epic Universe draws heavily from the classic monster films Universal Studios made in the 1930s, particularly “Frankenstein,” “The Wolfman” and “Dracula.” Check out some of the tributes to the classic films inside Dark Universe.

Running through May 19, the preview period offers a unique opportunity for fans to experience the magic ahead of the official launch. Ticket prices start at $144 and go as high as $154.

With the opening of Epic Universe just weeks away, Universal Orlando is adding more than just another theme park. It’s launching an entire destination resort that includes new immersive lands, hotels, and experiences designed to rival Walt Disney World’s long-standing grip on the market.

From Harry Potter to Super Mario Bros.

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Universal says it has chosen the homeland of Harry Potter to build its first theme park and resort in Europe.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops keeps you up-to-date on the latest Central Florida theme park news.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops keeps you up-to-date on the latest Central Florida theme park news.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops keeps you up-to-date on the latest Central Florida theme park news.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops keeps you up-to-date on the latest Central Florida theme park news.

With three months until the opening of Universal Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort has announced the launch of new tickets and vacation packages for its eagerly-awaited fourth theme park, including tickets exclusively for Florida residents.

Set to debut in 2026, this first-of-its-kind resort is specifically designed for families with young children and will feature themed lands based on characters from DreamWorks Animation, Nickelodeon, Illumination, and Jurassic World.

The mystical portals within Epic Universe will transport guests into incredible worlds. Each one is designed to give guests a transportation sequence complete with LED, media, sound, and visual effects.

Guests can face terrifying haunted houses, sinister scare zones, live entertainment, exclusive merchandise and themed food at “the world’s premier Halloween event,” the theme park wrote.

Florida’s biggest Christian music festival, Rock the Universe, is back at Universal Orlando Resort.

There’s a new place to get your Epic Universe merchandise.

Universal Orlando Resort is set to open its new theme park, Epic Universe, on May 25, 2025

We may be looking at the final countdown for Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Orlando Resort. Documents filed by Universal with the South Florida Water Management District show the theme park wants to tear down the ride and replace it with something with virtually the same footprint.

Several drone shows hosted by Sky Elements, including those in Central Florida, have been canceled following a drone accident at Lake Eola on Saturday. Universal Orlando has also grounded its drones, citing extra precautions.

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Universal Orlando Resort is set to open its new theme park, Epic Universe, on May 25, 2025

From tourist tax dollars to a hiring spree, Epic Universe is expected to be an economic boon when it opens next year. Here's what Orange County can expect.

After a new state law went into effect last month criminalizing sleeping on public streets, some law enforcement agencies found themselves in a tough spot: When they enforce the law and make the homeless move along, typically the homeless just move somewhere else.

Florida transportation leaders say they are moving toward the next step in opening a SunRail route between Orlando International Airport and the Orange County Convention Center, but that rail line is still years away.

Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.

In nearly six months – Epic Universe – the largest park Universal has created, will open.

For the third weekend in a row, “Venom: The Last Dance” was the No. 1 movie at the box office, collecting $16.2 million in ticket sales in U.S. and Canadian theaters.

Universal Orlando Resort annual passholders got the chance Thursday to purchase one-day tickets to the new Epic Universe theme park, due to open in May next year. But what many encountered was an epic wait.

Horror movies topped the domestic box office charts and the Oscar contender “Anora” got off to a sparkling start this weekend.

Universal Orlando Resort will open its fourth central Florida theme park, just in time for Memorial Day next year.

Guests who had tickets to visit Universal Studios or Islands of Adventure on Thursday, Oct. 10 will be allowed to use their ticket to visit any day through Dec. 18.

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Universal has released the details for all five of its themed lands in its newest park, Epic Universe, which is set to open in 2025.

Citrus Music is bringing the Central Florida premiere of the moving musical production "Alice by Heart" to Orlando in August.

Marvel is back on top with “Deadpool & Wolverine.”.

"The Fanny Pack" accepting virtual auditions through July 29.

The "Insidious" franchise will once again possess a sound stage at Universal Orlando Resort for Halloween Horror Nights.

It’s a year of celebrating blockbuster cinema at Universal Studios as the theme park pays tribute to iconic films of the past.

Universal Orlando Resort is set to open its new theme park, Epic Universe, in just over a year, making its debut in summer of 2025.

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This week was chock full of attraction previews and debuts.

This week was chock full of attraction previews and debuts.

A new one-night experience for Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights promises smaller crowds and shorter wait times.

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New world one of five coming to Universal Orlando’s fourth park

Theme park posts teaser video to social media accounts

In 2023, Geriann Clem decided to ride the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster, which reaches a top speed of 65 mph and a height of 167 feet, the lawsuit shows.

Universal Orlando Resort invites guests to experience the vibrant celebration of Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval.

Holdovers and Oscar hopefuls dominated the North American box office charts this weekend in the absence of any new wide releases.

This weekend, Universal Orlando Resort invites guests to immerse themselves in a weekend of faith and fun as Rock the Universe takes center stage at Universal Studios Florida.

Timothée Chalamet and “Wonka” topped the box office charts for the third time in its four weekends in theaters.

Universal Destinations & Experiences is looking at expanding its award-winning entertainment portfolio even further.

A Brazilian family has voluntarily dismissed a lawsuit it filed last year against Universal claiming a woman fell from a Dr. Seuss ride.

The public will have the chance to learn more about plans to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport and the International Drive corridor this week.

Construction is full steam ahead at Universal’s newest theme park.

The public will have the chance to learn more about plans to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport and the International Drive corridor next week.

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Many of the attractions at Universal Studios Florida shut down Thursday because of technical issues.

Universal Destinations & Experiences and Wendover Housing Partners have taken a significant step toward addressing Central Florida’s affordable housing crisis.

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Universal’s Epic Universe will come under a special taxing district under a new ordinance approved by Orange County commissioners Tuesday.

The chefs at Universal Orlando are looking to raise the bar when it comes to the food guests can expect to find at a theme park.

A row of tightly trimmed ficus trees along a stretch of sidewalk outside Universal Studios has become a hot spot in the face-off between Hollywood studios and striking screenwriters and actors.

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Universal’s Volcano Bay water park may have violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by not allowing a man with one hand to ride a water attraction, a U.S. appeals court ruled Friday.

Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror NIghts to bring post-apocalyptic PlayStation video game, "The Last of Us," to life in all-new haunted house this September

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There is something for everyone at the movies this summer, both in theaters and streaming at home.

Universal started out its CinemaCon presentation with the big one Wednesday in Las Vegas: New footage from Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer.”.

Is it fast, filled with epic twists and turns, sport an epic storyline all while still taking you on a smooth ride that doesn't make you want to puke? If so, it likely made the Florida's Fourth Estate top rollercoaster list.

Universal Orlando announces a vegan version of its popular Butterbeer.

Several Florida theme parks ranked among the best in the country for 2023, according to U.S. News.

President and COO of Universal Orlando Resort, Karen Irwin, sent out a letter to employees announcing many upgrades to employee benefits.

“Avatar: The Way of Water” claimed the No. 1 spot on the domestic box office charts for the seventh weekend in a row with an additional $15.7 million according to studio estimates on Sunday.

Is it fast, filled with epic twists and turns, sport an epic storyline all while still taking you on a smooth ride that doesn't make you want to puke? If so, it likely made the Florida's Fourth Estate top rollercoaster list.

Mardi Gras festivities are making their way back to Universal Orlando Resort.

New movies like “Plane” and “House Party” were no match for “Avatar: The Way of Water” and the killer doll horror “M3GAN” at the box office this weekend.

Universal Parks & Resorts is bringing a theme park to Texas that will focus on entertaining young children.

Universal Orlando Resort has filed paperwork and pledged 13 acres for a commuter rail station that could link the seventh busiest airport in the U.S. with the heart of the tourism district in one of the top travel destinations in the world.

“Avatar: The Way of Water” is the box office king for a third straight week, and shows no sign of slowing down.

Universal’s Great Movie Escape is now open at Universal CityWalk.

Universal Orlando Resort is ready for you and your fellow Minions to test your villainous skills in an all-new attraction coming to Universal Studios Florida.

Universal Orlando Resort is preparing to move its annual passholder lounge come next year.

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Tom Cruise has to go to space to save the day in a new movie in development at Universal and he may be the first civilian to perform a real spacewalk as part of it.

The latest iteration of the morbid and manic fall mainstay that is Halloween Horror Nights begins at Universal Orlando.

Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights is preparing to return for its 31st year this fall.

The summer box office showed signs of slowing down this weekend as the animated “DC League of Super-Pets” opened in theaters across North America.

A fight between children led to officers evacuating a parking garage at Universal Studios "out of an abundance of caution," according to Orlando police.

Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights is getting a double dose of terror from the horror film studio Blumhouse.

These Central Florida karaoke bars offer different experiences for everyone.

Jeff Shell, the CEO of NBCUniversal, discussed the economic condition of the company’s theme parks at the 24th Annual Credit Suisse Communications Conference Tuesday.

Michael Myers is making a slashing comeback to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights.

The summer movie season is off to a blockbuster start thanks to “Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness.”.

Hollywood is bringing out some of its biggest and most reliable players for the 2022 summer movie season, which unofficially kicks off this weekend with the help of Marvel and Disney’s “Doctor Strange and the Multitverse of Madness” and runs through the end of August.

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It’s not all turkey legs and churros at Universal Orlando Resort.