{"id":220722,"date":"2026-04-06T16:25:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T16:25:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/220722\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T16:25:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T16:25:14","slug":"is-epic-universe-part-of-the-universal-orlando-annual-pass-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/220722\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Epic Universe Part of the Universal Orlando Annual Pass Program?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Universal\u2019s Epic Universe<\/a> has been open for just about a year. Over that time, the park has proven to be a hit amongst the majority of guests and critics<\/a> thanks to its heavily themed portals and technologically advanced attractions, despite some overall issues with ride reliability.<\/p>\n

\"\"Epic Universe<\/p>\n

There\u2019s one major question about the park that, even a year later, has yet to be answered: What\u2019s going on with Universal\u2019s Annual Passes? However, answers may be coming soon, as evidenced by a recent survey Universal sent out.<\/p>\n

Before we get there, though, a quick recap:<\/p>\n

When Universal opened Epic Universe in 2025, the park wasn\u2019t directly available to APs, though they could get a discount on single-day tickets. At the time, many assumed that Universal was simply going to wait a few months to get operations down at the new park before opening Epic Universe to Passholders in the fall of 2025 after the busy summer season.<\/p>\n

\"\"Hiccup\u2019s Wing Gliders!<\/p>\n

However, that didn\u2019t happen. Instead, Universal\u2019s message about Annual Passes has remained the same throughout the early months of 2026, as currently displayed on the resort\u2019s website:<\/p>\n

Q: Is there a Universal Epic Universe-inclusive Annual Pass?<\/p>\n

A: More details regarding Annual Passes that include Universal Epic Universe will be announced at a later date. Although a Universal Epic Universe-inclusive Pass isn\u2019t currently available for purchase, Passholders are currently able to purchase 1-Day Universal Epic Universe tickets at a special price.<\/p>\n

\"\"Quincy in Dark Universe!<\/p>\n

So, to put it simply, at the moment, there is no Universal AP that includes Epic Universe, with Passholders only having the option to purchase specially priced one-day tickets. That may be changing, however.<\/p>\n

\"\"Mine Cart Madness<\/p>\n

In early 2026, Universal sent out a survey to Annual Passholders that asked about SEVERAL different potential Epic Universe Passholder options, including:<\/p>\n

A 2-year, locked-in Annual Pass
\nA 3-year, locked-in Annual Pass
\nA 4-year, locked-in Annual Pass<\/p>\n

The survey noted that for each of these multi-year Annual Pass options, guests would be required to make a theme park reservation (similar to Disney World) to manage capacity, due to the continued high demand for Epic Universe.<\/p>\n

\"\"Celestial Park in Epic Universe<\/p>\n

Further options included one where Annual Passholders could have the option to purchase a bundle that would let them visit Epic Universe on 3 days of their choice in a 3-month window, an add-on to Annual Passes that would allow access to Epic Universe on 10 days in the 12-month pass window, a weekend-only Annual Pass, an option where Annual Passholders could purchase a multi-day bundle that lets them select access in a 3-month window, and the option of Epic Universe access being available as an upgrade (the Annual Passholder price would roughly double).<\/p>\n

\"\"Annual Pass<\/p>\n

Suffice to say, it seems that Universal is at least heavily considering integrating Epic Universe access into their Annual Passholder program in some way soon.<\/p>\n

The survey wasn\u2019t limited to ONLY Epic Universe ticket options, however, as APs were also asked about the following subject:<\/p>\n

Discounted date-based tickets for Annual Passholders.
\nAnnual Passholders potentially being able to purchase ticket bundles at a lower per-day price than the discounted date-based tickets.
\nDynamic Express Pass (as early as 2:00 PM on some dates).
\nBenefits Stacking (for those in Backlot Club, Universal Visa Cardholders, or Peacock Subscribers).
\nGifting passes through a digital gift card.
\nExclusive entry.
\nPlay more, save more (personalized renewal based on your park spending and number of visits).
\nBringing a friend on select dates.
\nIn-app challenges for rewards, and escalating anniversary benefits based on how long a Passholder has had their pass.<\/p>\n

\"\"Living my best life<\/p>\n

Epic Universe still isn\u2019t included with Universal\u2019s Annual Passes as of now, but a recent survey indicates it may not be that way much longer. Stay tuned to AllEars for more on Universal Orlando.<\/p>\n

I Asked 5 Experts Which Epic Universe Ride They Rope Drop First\u00a0 And It WASN\u2019T What I Thought<\/a><\/p>\n

Are you a Universal AP? How would you like to see Epic Universe incorporated? Let us know in the comments below.<\/p>\n

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