Epic Universe Updates - August 25, 2025

Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park, Epic Universe, remains open and bustling with activity as it enters its fourth month of operation. Today’s highlights include seasonal event announcements, special offers for annual passholders, and notable refurbishment schedules.

Park Operations and Events Epic Universe continues its regular operating hours from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with Early Park Admission beginning at 9:00 AM for resort hotel guests and annual passholders.

Halloween Horror Nights 34 Universal Orlando has confirmed that Halloween Horror Nights 34 will kick off on Friday, August 29, 2025, at both Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. This year’s event will feature ten haunted houses, including themed experiences like Fallout, Jason Universe, Terrifier, Five Nights at Freddy’s, and The Horrors of Wyatt Sicks, alongside scare zones, street performances, and live shows.

Annual Passholder Appreciation Days The park’s annual Passholder Appreciation Days celebration runs now through September 30, 2025. Passholders will enjoy exclusive offers, special events, and reduced-price dining and merchandise. Two dedicated Passholder Nights are scheduled for August 15 and 16 at Universal Studios Florida, offering after-hours access to select attractions and complimentary refreshments.

Back to Hogwarts The popular Back to Hogwarts event has also returned to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Epic Universe. Guests are invited to celebrate house pride with themed photo ops, special food and beverage offerings, and the chance to take home limited-edition collectible pins. This seasonal celebration runs through September 1, 2025.

Refurbishment Notices Guests should note that Skull Island: Reign of Kong at Islands of Adventure remains closed for refurbishment and is scheduled to reopen on September 4, 2025.

Overall, Epic Universe continues to solidify its place as a must-visit destination, blending cutting-edge attractions with immersive seasonal festivities throughout late summer and early fall.

(Source: Inside Universal - Week of August 25, 2025)