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Florida residents can buy a $199 ticket for unlimited access to two Universal Orlando parks through Dec. 16
The special offer grants access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure
Tickets are only available online and require valid proof of Florida residency like a driver’s license or college ID
Universal Orlando Resort is offering a truly one-of-a-kind deal for local parkgoers. Florida residents can now purchase the resort’s new “2-Park Unlimited Days Resident Ticket” for $199 plus tax.
The new offering grants unlimited access to the resort’s two adjacent theme parks: Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure now through Dec. 16. Guests are able to move freely between both properties and are encouraged to take advantage of the Hogwarts Express train that connects Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure to Diagon Alley at Universal Studios.
Those 18 years or older and interested in purchasing the tickets must present a valid Florida driver’s license, state-issued ID card, voter registration card or a valid college ID from a state college or university.
The Hulk rollercoaster at Universal Islands of Adventure
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The ticket includes access to the parks’ seasonal events like Holiday at Universal Orlando, which includes additional entertainment like Christmas in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas and Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s. This year, the holiday celebrations begin on Nov. 14.
However, the unlimited ticket does not include access to separately ticketed events like the resort’s Halloween Horror Nights. Nor does it grant access to Universal’s Volcano Bay water park or Universal Epic Universe, which opened last year.
The “2-Park Unlimited Days Resident Ticket” can be purchased online and are not available at the parks’ front gates.
Over at Epic Universe, the park is preparing to launch an all-new evening event for guests. Universal Nights at Epic Universe will take place on Oct. 3 and 17, with tickets going on sale on Aug. 13.
The entrance to Universal Epic Universe
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This limited-capacity after-hours event will offer special access to all attractions and experiences spread across the park’s five themed lands. The event runs from 9 p.m. to midnight and includes character meet-and-greets, unlimited snacks — including berry-flavored Celestial Popcorn and Kimchi Bao at Celestial Park — and complimentary Coca-Cola beverages.
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The event costs $179 plus tax per person each night for ages 3 and up.
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