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Travel Window Now - 12/31/27

Booking Window Now - 12/29/27

Event Enhancements

Universal Nights at Universal Epic Universe - Select Nights Oct. 3, 2026 - Nov. 20, 2026

Epic Universe entrance

Tickets are on sale now to experience the thrills and excitement of Universal Epic Universe’s five amazing worlds like never before. It’s Universal Nights at Epic Universe, a new limited capacity, after-hours event on October 3, 17, 24 and November 6, 20, 2026. Plus you’ll enjoy special perks including complimentary beverages and snacks.

Event Dates

  • Select Nights: October 3, 17, 24 and November 6, 20, 2026

Event Time

  • Exclusive Park Access from 9PM – 12AM
    • Event tickets valid for early park access starting at 7PM
Enhancements
Universal Nights

 

Universal Nights at Universal Epic Universe is a separately ticketed event held on select nights. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, times, dates, entertainment, event, and/or experience details are subject to changes and/or cancellation without notice. General theme park admission tickets including, but not limited to, Annual Passes and Complimentary passes are not valid for this event. Additional restrictions may apply.

 

Holidays at Universal – Nov. 14, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027

the grinch

We're going all out with new festivities. Experience the Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort with Grinchmas™,  Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ across three theme parks, Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, Snoggletog at How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, festive décor at SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, and more. Included with a valid park-to-park admission ticket.  

Enhancements
Universal Holiday Tour
The Grinch™ & Friends Character


Reservations required. Price does not include theme park admission. Separate Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure Park-to-Park Ticket required for the same date as the Universal Holiday Tour. Restrictions apply.


Rock the Universe - Jan 22-23, 2027  

Rock the Universe

Florida’s biggest Christian music festival returns! Raise your hands. Raise your voice. Raise your spirit. Get ready to Rock the Universe on January 22nd and 23rd, 2027. Experience two nights of powerful music from today’s most popular Christian artists at Universal Studios Florida. It’s an unforgettable weekend of faith and fun.

Group Hotel and Ticket Packages are available for groups of 10 or more, subject to availability. For pricing and to book, call 1-800-224-4489.

Rock the Universe is a separately ticketed special event held on two specific dates.
Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, times, dates, entertainment, event and/or experience details are subject to changes and/or cancellation without notice. Parking fees are not included. General theme park admission tickets including, but not limited to, Annual Passes and Complimentary passes are not valid for this event. Additional restrictions may apply. 

Enhancements
1-Night RTU After 4PM Event Ticket
2-Night RTU After 4PM Event Ticket
RTU Rock Your Weekend Base Ticket
RTU Rock Your Weekend Park-to-Park Ticket
Rock The Universe Express Pass
Rock The Universe Express Unlimited Pass

Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of   Carnaval – Feb. 6 – March 27, 2027  

Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval

Just Announced – Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval is coming to Universal Orlando Resort Feb 6–March 27. Play catch with some beads, sing at the top of your lungs at live concerts* and travel the world with your tastebuds**.

*Select nights. **Food available for purchase

With Universal Orlando Resort's special event add-ons, your clients can experience enhanced festivities throughout the year.

 

Halloween Horror Nights - 2027 Dates Coming Soon



Horror that haunts you. Fear that consumes you. Don’t miss The World’s Premier Halloween Event# , Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights — featuring 10 terrifying haunted houses and more.

#Named the “Golden Ticket Legend for Best Halloween Event” by Amusement Today

WARNING: EVENT MAY BE TOO INTENSE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 13. NO COSTUMES OR COSTUME MASKS ALLOWED.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Universal Parks & Resorts Vacations is registered with the State of Florida as a seller of travel. Registration number ST-24215.

Universal Nights at Universal Epic

The Universal Nights at Universal Epic Universe Event ticket entitles one (1) guest admission to one (1) event night that is valid for selected date only. For additional details regarding this event, please visit our website. Ticket includes access to attractions, snacks, and Coca-Cola beverages. Refills are limited to no more than one (1) pour from the Coca-Cola Freestyle® machine per 10 minutes, valid on selected date only at participating Coca-Cola Freestyle® locations. Not valid with any other specials, promotions, or discounts. This event will have limited capacity. Tickets will be subject to capacity. Prices, times, dates, entertainment, event, and/or experience details are subject to changes and/or cancellation without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.

The above Admission Media is non-refundable, non-transferable, and must be used by the same person on all days. Standard entry includes biometric scan. Valid only during normal operating hours. Parks, attractions, or entertainment may: close due to refurbishing, capacity, weather or special events; change operating hours; and otherwise change or be discontinued without notice and without liability to the owners of Universal Orlando Resort (‘Universal’). Unless otherwise stated, the above Admission Media specifically excludes admission to separately ticketed events and venues at any of the Universal theme parks and/or CityWalk and excludes parking or discounts on food or merchandise. Some CityWalk venues require ages 21 or older for admission. Valid Photo ID required. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.

HOLIDAYS AT UNIVERSAL 

2-Park 1-Day Universal Holiday Tour Ticket (Non-Private)

The 2-Park 1-Day Universal Holiday Tour Ticket entitles one (1) guest a pre-scheduled tour of BOTH Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure theme parks at select holiday attractions. Universal Holiday Tour requires advanced reservations and is only available during regular theme park operating hours. Subject to availability and elements are subject to change without notice. Ticket is date specific. A forty-eight (48) hour cancellation notice is required for a full refund. Theme Park admission is not included. Each guest must have a valid park-to-park admission ticket to participate in Universal Holiday Tour AND must be valid for the same calendar day as their Universal Holiday Tour ticket.

The Grinch™ & Friends Character Breakfast at Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous™

The Grinch™ & Friends Character Breakfast ticket entitles one (1) guest to one (1) breakfast at Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous™ located within Universal Islands of Adventure. The breakfast consists of one (1) plated entrée and one (1) non-alcoholic beverage. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the reservation time. Tickets are not refundable and not exchangeable. NOT VALID FOR THEME PARK ENTRY - SEPARATE ADMISSION TICKET REQUIRED. Daytime admission ticket and The Grinch™ & Friends Character Breakfast ticket must be valid for the same calendar day. Characters, dates and benefits subject to availability and to change without notice.

The above product is non-refundable, non-transferable, and must be used by the same person on all days. Standard entry includes biometric scan. Valid only during normal operating hours. Parks, attractions, or entertainment may: close due to refurbishing, capacity, weather or special events; change operating hours; and otherwise change or be discontinued without notice and without liability to the owners of Universal Orlando Resort (‘Universal’). Unless otherwise stated, does not include admission to any of the Universal theme parks, separately ticketed events and venues at any of the Universal theme parks and/or CityWalk and excludes parking or discounts on food or merchandise. Some CityWalk venues require ages 21 or older for admission. Valid Photo ID required. Additional restrictions may apply and benefits are subject to change without notice.

ROCK THE UNIVERSE

1-Night RTU After 4PM Event Ticket
The 1-Night RTU After 4:00pm Event ticket entitles one (1) guest admission to the Rock the Universe event located at Universal Studios Florida after 4:00pm to one (1) 2027 event night. Ticket is valid for selected date only. RTU is a separately ticketed special event that does not include regular theme park admission. At Universal Studios Florida closing time, holders of RTU event tickets (including this 1-Night RTU After 4:00pm Event Ticket) will be directed to a designated area within the theme park until Universal Studios Florida is cleared of day guests. Select rides and attractions will remain open at the sole discretion of Universal Studios Florida management.

2-Night RTU After 4PM Event Ticket

The 2-Night RTU After 4:00pm Event ticket entitles one (1) guest admission to the Rock the Universe event located at Universal Studios Florida after 4:00pm on BOTH Friday, January 22, 2027 AND Saturday, January 23, 2027. RTU is a separately ticketed special event that does not include regular theme park admission. At Universal Studios Florida closing time, holders of RTU After 4:00 pm event tickets (including this 2-Night RTU After 4:00 pm Event Ticket) will be directed to a designated area within the theme park until Universal Studios Florida is cleared of day guests. Select rides and attractions will remain open at the sole discretion of Universal Studios Florida management. Ticket expires in full on January 23, 2027.

1-Day Universal Epic Universe Ticket

The 1-Day Universal Epic Universe Ticket entitles one (1) guest admission to Universal Epic Universe theme park on one (1) calendar day. The ticket is valid only on the date selected and printed on the ticket. This ticket is only available on 1/22/27, 1/23/27, and 1/24/27.

RTU Rock Your Weekend Base Ticket

The RTU Rock Your Weekend Base Ticket entitles one (1) guest admission to: BOTH Rock the Universe events after 4:00pm on Friday, January 22, 2027 AND Saturday, January 23, 2027 plus three (3) days of admission to EITHER Universal Studios Florida OR Universal Islands of Adventure theme parks per day (one (1) park per day) on January 22, 23, and 24, 2027 during normal operating hours. At Universal Studios Florida closing time on RTU event nights, holders of RTU event tickets (including this RTU Rock Your Weekend Base Ticket) will be directed to a designated area within the theme park until Universal Studios Florida is cleared of day guests. Select rides and attractions will remain open at the sole discretion of Universal Studios Florida management. Ticket expires in full on January 24, 2027. Unused days shall be forfeited.

RTU Rock Your Weekend Park- to-Park Ticket

The RTU Rock Your Weekend Park-to-Park Ticket entitles one (1) guest admission to: BOTH Rock the Universe events after 4:00pm on Friday, January 22, 2027 AND Saturday, January 23, 2027, plus three (3) days of admission to BOTH Universal Studios Florida AND Universal Islands of Adventure theme parks on January 22, 23, and 24, 2027 during normal operating hours. At Universal Studios Florida closing time on RTU event nights, holders of RTU event tickets (including this RTU Rock Your Weekend Park- to-Park Ticket) will be directed to a designated area within the theme park until Universal Studios Florida is cleared of day guests. Select rides and attractions will remain open at the sole discretion of Universal Studios Florida management. Ticket expires in full on January 24, 2027. Unused days shall be forfeited.

Rock the Universe Express Pass

The Rock the Universe Express Pass entitles one (1) guest during the Rock The Universe Event one (1) time express ride access at participating rides and attractions within Universal Studios Florida after 4:00pm. Express ride access is a separate queue line with a shorter wait time at participating rides and attractions. Subject to availability. Theme Park admission is not included. This ticket is valid during the 2027 Rock the Universe Event held at Universal Studios Florida only. Ticket is only valid on the date selected and printed on the ticket.

Rock the Universe Express Unlimited Pass

The Rock the Universe Express Unlimited Pass entitles one (1) guest during the Rock The Universe Event unlimited express ride access at participating rides and attractions within Universal Studios Florida after 4:00pm. Express ride access is a separate queue line with a shorter wait time at participating rides and attractions. Subject to availability. Theme Park admission is not included. This ticket is valid during the 2027 Rock the Universe Event held at Universal Studios Florida only. Ticket is only valid on the date selected and printed on the ticket.

HARRY POTTER and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © J.K. Rowling. 

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade & Related Characters ©2026 Macy’s Inc. All rights reserved.

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DreamWorks Dragons © 2026 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All rights reserved. 

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