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Epic Universe
We all know no theme park day is complete without watching the fireworks. Universal Orlando just announced a brand-new show starting next month, and y’all, this might be the ultimate fireworks show.
If you thought Disney World was a workout for your feet, wait until you spend a day at Epic Universe.
We LOVE these!
Universal’s newest park opened with no shortage of massive, immersive worlds to explore, and the walking distances alone are something to prepare for. Comfortable, reliable footwear is not optional here. Whether you’re a seasoned theme park veteran or making the pilgrimage for the first time, the right shoes will make or break your visit. Here are the ones Disney adults are actually packing for Epic Universe right now, and they’re all available on Amazon.
Dark Universe is a whole VIBE in Epic Universe, and if you love classic Universal Monsters and gothic horror, it might just be your favorite place in all of Universal Orlando (and truth is, WE LOVE IT).
We’re back at The Burning Blade Tavern
That comes right down to the themed food at The Burning Blade Tavern, too (and yes, it has a windmill blade that REALLY burns). Well, when we learned a new snack had arrived at the tavern, we put on our grimmest outfits and headed over to rub elbows with the monsters to check out this new food.
Universal Epic Universe opened just one year ago, and plans for its expansion are already underway!
Gate at Epic Universe
We knew that the park had been built with room to add on new lands or attractions in the future, but recently, we’ve been seeing more proof of additions coming. Construction has been taking place on some of the park’s expansion pads, but now, a permit has been filed for a new attraction!
It’s hard to believe it’s been a whole year since Epic Universe first opened its doors at Universal Orlando, but it has!!! Now, we’ve been exploring Epic Universe during that whole time, and we’ve taken you with us as much as we could.
Epic Universe
Now, it’s no secret that you can get some pretty…well…epic souvenirs at Epic Universe, but to celebrate the park’s first anniversary, Universal is about to drop some more SWEET merchandise...and we’ve got your first look.
After countless hours of research (and by research, we of course mean riding every attraction over and over), these are the three Epic Universe tips at the top of our list!
Isle of Berk at Epic Universe
Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe officially opened in May 2025, with five themed lands throughout the park: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and Dark Universe. In the year since the grand opening, we’ve been testing and re-testing all of the ride tips and tricks from around the park to see which ones are the best of the best!
Epic Universe opened almost one year ago and has quickly become a fan-favorite Universal Park. One of the most loved aspects of this park is the incredible characters. Between the iconic Toothless meet-and-greet and the wandering characters in each land, the characters have really brought the park to life.
Celestial Park in Epic Universe
And we have some exciting news. One of our favorite original characters is officially getting a meet-and-greet in Celestial Park!
As Universal’s Epic Universe celebrates its first official anniversary, many guests are still experiencing the Orlando area’s newest theme park for the first time. There are the technologically advanced rides, the perfectly themed snack options, and the souvenirs.
Epic Universe
However, there’s one purchase that guests can’t take home from Epic Universe, but may end up changing the shape of their day for the better!
We are always on the lookout for the best offers and deals so that your magical Orlando theme park vacation can be as cheap as possible!
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So, if you’re planning a trip to Universal this summer, we just found an AMAZING deal that you need to know about.
Just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, Universal’s Epic Universe is about to upgrade its merchandise collection available at the park!
Epic Universe!
Although it’s unrelated to Epic Universe coming up to its first anniversary, the park is getting new merchandise on the shelves, and we’re so excited! One of our favorite things to buy when we’re at Disney World is Disney Lug Bags. Well, Lug bags are officially coming to Epic, and we’re freaking out!
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