🎢 Opening Day Park Hours Revealed for Universal’s Epic Universe!

The countdown is almost over—Universal’s Epic Universe officially opens its gates to the public on May 22, 2025, and fans can finally start planning their first epic adventures! With less than a month to go, Universal Orlando has unveiled operating hours for the park’s first few days, giving us a taste of what to expect during its grand debut.

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📅 Opening Day Details: May 22, 2025

Mark your calendars! On Thursday, May 22, the park will open at 9:00 AM and remain open until 9:00 PM, giving guests a full twelve hours to explore all the wonder, thrills, and groundbreaking attractions that Epic Universe promises.

This day marks the official start of public operations, and if you’re lucky enough to be there, you’ll be one of the first to experience this next-generation theme park in all its opening day glory.

🌄 Early Park Admission Begins: May 23, 2025

Starting Friday, May 23, Early Park Admission (EPA) kicks in—an exclusive perk for guests staying at Universal Orlando Resort hotels. These guests will be able to enter the park as early as 8:00 AM, a full hour before general admission begins at 9:00 AM.

From May 23 through the end of May, the daily operating schedule will be:

• 8:00 AM – Early Park Admission for hotel guests
• 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM – General park hours for all guests

Early access not only gives guests a head start on the excitement but also the best chance to ride top attractions before the crowds roll in.

🏰 What Can You Ride?

Epic Universe will launch with an exciting line-up of cutting-edge attractions, and early birds will be thrilled to know that Early Park Admission includes access to:

• Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge
• Yoshi’s Adventure™
• Mine-Cart Madness™
• Stardust Racers

Whether you’re racing through the stars or navigating the Mushroom Kingdom, there’s no shortage of must-dos from day one.

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🔍 What About June and Beyond?

As of now, park hours for June 2025 have not yet been released, but we expect them to be announced soon. Be sure to check back regularly or keep an eye on Universal Orlando’s official channels for updates.

🧳 Planning Your Trip?

If you’re planning to attend opening week (or anytime in May), booking a stay at a Universal Orlando hotel could give you that extra edge with Early Park Admission. Lines are expected to be long, and EPA access will be a game-changer for hitting top attractions early.