PHOTOS, VIDEO: Epic Universe Officially Opens With Super Nintendo World, Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, and Universal Monsters Portal Ceremonies

A circular, ornate tunnel entrance at Epic Universe with a golden sign: "We, my friends, have dragons!" Two people walk inside.

Each portal of Universal Epic Universe held a special opening ceremony featuring characters, smoke, music, and pyrotechnics on opening day, May 22. Epic Universe Opening The celebration began with green and gold fireworks behind Universal Helios Grand Hotel. A narrator welcomed travelers to Epic Universe for this “historic day” before introducing Steven Spielberg. The filmmaker’s … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Fyre Drill Both Teams POV in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe

Split image shows: left, a wooden Fyre Drill sign with dragon heads; right, a Viking cartoon character getting drenched at this thrilling Fyre Drill theme park attraction.

Working with fire breathing dragons has its risks. Luckily, the Isle of Berk is ready to handle anything, and as new riders, guests can practice in the Fyre Drill water ride. About Read the official description below. With fire-breathing dragons everywhere, villagers have to be prepared. Viking twins Ruffnut and Tuffnut have transformed Berk’s Fyre … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Fly on Hiccup’s Wing Gliders in How to Train Your Dragon Isle of Berk at Epic Universe

People ride Hiccup's Wing Gliders roller coaster through a green, wooded area under a clear blue sky, with track curves and loops visible ahead.

Take to the skies on Hiccup’s Wing Gliders, a roller coaster found in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe. About Read the official description below. From Hiccup’s workshop comes his latest contraption: a winged flying machine that launches aspiring Dragon Riders into the air, swooping and soaring and encountering … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Shares New Photos Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe

A large, gothic-style castle with tall spires and arched windows under a dramatic cloudy sky, surrounded by a stone wall and courtyard.

A recent Instagram post by Universal Orlando Resort reveals a sneak peek at the worlds of Epic Universe. Celestial Park Featured above is the main entrance portal of Epic Universe that leads guests into Celestial Park, “the cosmic heart” of the park. Inscribed on it is a phrase that reads, “Beyond this gate, find gardens … Read more

BREAKING: First Look at Flying Dragon Drone Coming to Universal Epic Universe

Two images of a large, red and black dragon puppet or sculpture lying on the grass, featuring prominent wings and a fiery design.

WESH 2 News caught sight of another dragon at Universal Epic Universe, this time one of the flying dragon drones that will take to the skies above How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk. First Look at Dragon Drone This is Hookfang, Snotlout’s Monstrous Nightmare. WESH 2 didn’t see the dragon actively flying, … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Shares New Look at More Epic Universe Merchandise, Including How To Train Your Dragon Hatching Plush

Explore four themed merchandise collections featuring Mario, a university, dragons, and an epic fantasy universe artfully displayed on various backgrounds.

Universal Orlando Resort shared a new look at merchandise that will be available when Epic Universe opens on May 22, though some items are already available at Universal Stella Nova Resort and the Epic Universe Preview Center. Dark Universe Merchandise The merchandise from Dark Universe features fan-favorite Universal Monsters. A black backpack depicts the Wolfman … Read more

Everything We Know About Epic Universe

Artist's rendering of Epic Universe theme park featuring areas like Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, and How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, labeled and colorful, opening in 2025.

Universal Orlando Resort’s newest park, Epic Universe is set to open on May 22, 2025. Let’s recap everything we have learned about the park before the portals open. Universal Destinations & Experiences CEO Mark Woodbury said Epic Universe would be the “most technologically advanced” theme park. It will use facial recognition and photo validation technology … Read more