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Full List (with Prices) of Dark Universe 1-Year Anniversary Merchandise at Epic Universe

Epic Universe has been open for one year and they’re celebrating with new merchandise collections. The Dark Universe one-year collection celebrates the village of Darkmoor and Frankenstein Manor. It’s available in The Manor Storehouse at the exit of Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment. Dark Universe 1-Year Merchandise Collection Frankenstein Manor Loungefly Mini Backpack – $95 … Read more

Universal Testing Individual Access to Epic Universe Worlds

Universal has started testing photo validation at individual Epic Universe portals, indicating they could potentially sell tickets just for Celestial Park in the future. Photo Validation at Epic Universe Portals X user @Bentleys_Enigma reshared photos originally posted by Instagram user @Florida_Coasters_1. However, @Florida_Coasters_1 appears to have deleted their account. The photos show a trio of … Read more

Epic Universe Expansion Progress, Fountain Updates, Fireworks Prep and More Revealed in New Aerial Photos

Epic Universe is undergoing a variety of updates and expansions throughout the park — all of which we can take a closer look at thanks to aerial photography. Epic Universe Construction Updates X user and aerial photographer bioreconstruct recently paid another airborne visit to Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort’s newest park, as it continues to undergo … Read more

'The Mummy' Cast to Reunite at MEGACON Orlando 2026

Fans of the Universal monster franchise will have a rare opportunity to see the original film cast reunited in Orlando this month. Brandon Fraser & Stars of ‘The Mummy’ Coming to MEGACON The cast of Universal’s 1999 “The Mummy” film is scheduled to appear at MEGACON Orlando 2026, occurring later this month from March 19–22. … Read more

Dark Universe Christmas Tree Arrives at Epic Universe

A gothic castle at night in the Epic Universe, illuminated by bright lights beneath a cloudy sky.

Dark Universe is getting in on the holiday spirit at Epic Universe with a Christmas tree now on display. Dark Universe Christmas Tree X user Kevin Heimbach shared photos of the small tree in The Manor Storehouse, the exit gift shop of Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment. It’s decorated with Universal Monsters ornaments and ribbon. … Read more

Dark Universe Monsters Merchandise Creeps Into Universal Studios Hollywood

Dark Universe merchandise featuring Universal Monsters from Florida’s Epic Universe theme park has arrived at Universal Studios Hollywood. At Universal Studios Hollywood, we found all of this in the Universal Studio Store. At Epic Universe, it’s mostly in The Manor Storehouse. Frankenstein Merchandise Frankenstein’s Monster T-Shirt – $35 This is a black tee with a … Read more

The Burning Blade Tavern is Currently Blade-less at Epic Universe

A tall, dark wooden tower with a pointed roof—reminiscent of Disney castle turrets—stands against an Epic Universe sky.

An X/Twitter post revealed that The Burning Blade Tavern in Epic Universe is currently missing its titular feature: its blades. No Windmill on The Burning Blade Tavern Twitter user Mrfurious32821 shared this photo: The caption reads: Now themed to the Invisible Man- The Invisible Blade. Normally, The Burning Blade Tavern’s windmill sports four skeletal blades … Read more

Cornhole Unchained: Universal Monsters Ride at Epic Universe Closed All Day, Games Set Up Outside

A Monsters Unchained Frankenstein stands by a lab as a woman works at a panel under blue light, no Disney castle in sight.

Team Members set up a game of un-themed cornhole outside Frankenstein Manor today, October 28, as Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment was unexpectedly closed. Monsters Unchained Closed Coaster101 shared a photo on X of guests playing cornhole outside the Epic Universe attraction, which is the flagship ride of the Universal Monsters-themed world, Dark Universe. Coaster101 … Read more

Epic Universe Adds More Signage for Monster Makeup Experience to Celestial Park & Dark Universe

Wooden cabinet with Monster Makeup Experience signage, masks, props, and an arrow pointing left at Epic Universe.

Even more signs have been added to various locations across Epic Universe, not just in Dark Universe, to advertise the Monster Makeup Experience. What is the Monster Makeup Experience? The Monster Makeup Experience is a separately-purchased activity, during which professional makeup artists transform guests into a monster of their choice using face paint and accessories. … Read more

Color-Changing Burning Blade Tavern Glass Now Available at Epic Universe

A hand holds a tall glass of red drink in front of a windmill building under a partly cloudy sky.

Hounds, raise your glass to this new color-changing souvenir pilsner from The Burning Blade Tavern in Epic Universe! Burning Blade Tavern Color-Changing Pilsner Glass This 20oz plastic pilsner glass is available with most of the specialty drinks and draft beers on tap at The Burning Blade Tavern — and it comes with a $5 discount … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Epic Universe 9/9/2025 (Personalize Your Wand)

A man in a suit and bowler hat stands under a light in an ornate metal structure on a rainy day at night.

Hello, this is your one and only Nana. I hope everyody is having an epic day. We had a really busy August with Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Oogie Boogie Bash, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, Destination D23, The Beak and Barrel opening, and HHN. Did I cover all of them? Not … Read more

Epic Universe Unseats Rise of the Resistance for Best Dark Ride, Plus More Wins at 2025 Golden Ticket Awards

Large stone castle with medieval-style towers and turrets under a clear blue sky, with visitors gathered at the entrance gate.

Universal Epic Universe dominated the 2025 Golden Ticket Awards, knocking Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance out of the Best Dark Ride spot. Plus, Universal Volcano Bay was named Best Water Park. Epic Universe Golden Ticket Awards 2025 The Golden Ticket Awards by Amusement Today “shine a spotlight on the amusement park industry and attractions … Read more

Universal Now Selling Dark Universe Team Member Umbrella

Person in a long dark robe holding a large black umbrella, standing near a stone wall at a themed location.

The Gothic-style Dark Universe umbrella used by Team Members in Dark Universe at Epic Universe is now available for purchase online. Dark Universe Umbrella – $48 Team members use these black pagoda-style umbrellas for shade (and vibes) throughout the Universal Monsters land. It matches their all-black costumes, which are meant to appear like lab assistants, … Read more

New Complimentary UOAP Burning Blade Tavern Button Available at Universal Orlando Resort

A hand holds a #UOAP card with a Burning Blade Tavern pin; people gather near a panda mascot at Universal Resort.

A complimentary Burning Blade Tavern button is now available for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders — the third in the Epic Universe-themed series. UOAP Burning Blade Tavern Button Celebrating Dark Universe, one of the lands in Epic Universe, this circular UOAP button features the tavern’s burning windmill. The blades of the windmill are pictured aflame against a … Read more

'Transform Now!' Advertisements and Posters For Monster Makeup Experience Added to Epic Universe

A sign reads “Transform Now! at the Monster Makeup Experience” in a decorative frame with costumes below.

Signage and posters have been added around Darkmoor to advertise the Monster Makeup Experience in Dark Universe at Epic Universe. New Monster Makeup Experience Signage Guests wanting to channel their inner monster can reserve the Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience at Epic Universe, which involves professional makeup artists transforming guests into a monster of their choice … Read more

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