The Epic Universe expansion permit Universal filed last month has been moved to review — and a note designating it for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has been added. Wizarding World Permit As we previously reported, the Orange County permit is for “New Construction,” specifically “Site Utilities and Foundation Work” at 1001 Epic Blvd, Orlando, … Read more
Disney Legend and former Imagineer Joe Rohde had the opportunity to talk to some Universal Epic Universe creatives and shared his notes from their presentation. Joe Rohde Discusses Epic Universe “Last night I was invited by the legendary Bob Rogers to his annual legends dinner,” Rohde explained on Instagram. “I arrived on time, which turned … Read more
The CEO of the Germany company that created Stardust Racers spoke for the first time about the death of a guest who rode the Epic Universe coaster two months ago. Mack Rides Addresses Stardust Racers Death On September 17, 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala died from multiple blunt impact injuries after riding Stardust Racers. The dual … Read more
Passholder-exclusive Figment merch is coming to EPCOT, another boat sinks on Living with the Land, and dragons finally take flight over Epic Universe — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, November 19, 2025. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, … Read more
The Universal Orlando website is showing Epic Universe as having a New Year’s Eve celebration with extended operating hours on December 31. New Year’s Eve at Epic Universe On the Universal Orlando website’s Holidays “Things to Do” page, clicking on the December 31 date reveals the hours and plans for Epic Universe, showing that the … Read more
Dragons are officially flying over How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe. Though Universal promised flying dragons would appear in the land and a dragon drone was spotted before opening, no flying dragons have appeared since the park’s May opening. Dragon Flies Over Berk X user @EYNTKinfo shared the following … Read more
Universal Epic Universe and the Haunted Mansion Parlor on Disney Cruise Line were both recognized with Thea Awards by the Themed Entertainment Association. Epic received four awards, and Haunted Mansion Parlor received one. Thea Awards Recipients of the 32nd Annual Thea Awards were announced live from Epic Universe during TEA’s Annual International Mixer. These awards … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort extended the Annual Passholder perks available at Epic Universe through the end of 2026. Passholder perks were previously only announced as available through the end of 2025. The extension further indicates an Epic Universe Annual Pass may not become available next year. Passholder Perks at Epic Universe Special Passholder perks are listed … Read more
Three Annual Passholder magnets are coming back, Vanellope von Schweetz and Toy Story 5 are coming to Walt Disney World, and a new construction permit has been filed for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, November 17, 2025. WDW News Today Walt Disney World Annual Passholder … Read more
A new report has revealed that state ride inspectors did not take any documentation of their findings following the September 17 death of a rider. “There are no responsive records” News 6 in Orlando reported their discovery following a request to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) for “documents, notes, photos, videos, … Read more
Following a construction permit filed earlier this month, Universal Orlando has seemingly confirmed that Epic Universe is already set to expand. Epic Universe to Receive “Exciting Additions” The Orlando Business Journal received an official statement from Alyson Sologaistoa, Vice President of Public Relations for Universal Orlando Resort: “[Universal Orlando] is preparing for some exciting additions … Read more
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
Wailulu Bar & Grill is now taking reservations, there’s a new Dooney & Bourke ear headband, and the National Weather Service issues a cold advisory warning for Orlando — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, November 10, 2025. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily … Read more
A new construction permit reveals Epic Universe is expanding, Roger Rabbit returns to his creator, and a Lyft driver trades pepper spray for an EPCOT cake to the face — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, November 9, 2025. That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks … Read more
The upcoming “Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks” will apparently shed light on the lack of flying dragons in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk. According to Attractions Magazine, the series will feature lots of footage of the dragon drone testing and “the moment Universal decided it wasn’t ready for … Read more
There’s no place like 1920s Paris for the holidays.This year marks the first holiday season for Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort, and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic is decorated in celebration. Daytime Photos After passing under the Phoenix Arch entering into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, guests … Read more