The wait is almost over: A first look at Universal’s new theme park, Epic Universe

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter— Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD , How to Train Your Dragon—Isle of Berk , Dark Universe , Celestial Park

ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) — Theme park fans around the world have been waiting for Universal Epic Universe to open. The wait is almost over.

  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter— Ministry of Magic
  • SUPER NINTENDO WORLD
  • How to Train Your Dragon—Isle of Berk
  • Dark Universe
  • Celestial Park

The fun, however, begins on Wednesday with the grand opening nighttime celebration.

From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., guests can get a glimpse into the exclusive VIP nighttime event happening at the park through a live channel.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter— Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD , How to Train Your Dragon—Isle of Berk , Dark Universe , Celestial Park

The entry into Dark Universe at the Universal Epic Universe, which will have its grand opening on Thursday, May 22, 2025. (WFLA)

Viewers will be able to see celebrities on the Celestial Carpet, first-ever footage of Epic Universe, and interviews with some of the team who brought the park to life, Epic Universe said.

The grand opening of Epic Universe will be live-streamed on Thursday morning.

Here’s what to expect from the new worlds within Universal.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter— Ministry of Magic

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter— Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD , How to Train Your Dragon—Isle of Berk , Dark Universe , Celestial Park

A view of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter— Ministry of Magic at Universal’s Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida, ahead of its grand opening on Thursday, May 22, 2025. (WFLA)

Guests will experience the thrill of the world of “Harry Potter” with Harry, Ron, and Hermione as they stop Dolores Umbridge in “Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry,” Universal said.

At the Le Cirque Arcanus, guests will see live performers, puppets, and special effects.

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD

Guests will be able to ride through the iconic courses, throw shells, and collect digital coins to beat Bowser, and help Donkey Kong protect the Golden Banana through Mine-Cart Madness, Universal said.

How to Train Your Dragon—Isle of Berk

Guests can take a ride over Berk on Hiccup’s wing gliders, a live show of the Untrainable Dragon, and dragon racing on Dragon Racer’s Rally, Universal announced.

Dark Universe

Theme park fans will experience the rage of Monsters Unchained, try to escape the claws of the curse of the werewolf, and a monster makeup experience, Universal said.

Celestial Park

Described as “the cosmic heart of Universal Epic Universe,” visitors will be able to partake in a “cosmic journey of discovery in a world between worlds full of sensory delights.” That includes a dual-launch racing rollercoaster, a celestial carousel, and multiple restaurants and shops.

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