{"id":335731,"date":"2026-07-10T13:43:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T13:43:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/335731\/"},"modified":"2026-07-10T13:43:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T13:43:31","slug":"universal-orlando-new-pass-for-floridians-2-theme-parks-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/335731\/","title":{"rendered":"Universal Orlando: New pass for Floridians, 2 theme parks"},"content":{"rendered":"

Universal Orlando<\/a> has added a two-park pass for Florida residents<\/a> that allows unlimited entry into Islands of Adventure<\/a> and Universal Studios Florida<\/a> through Dec. 16.<\/p>\n

Early adaptors will have more than five months of access. The price is $199 ($194 for ages 3-9).<\/p>\n

The valid period will include the beginning of the parks\u2019 holiday celebrations, which includes the seasonal parade at the Studios park and the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular at IOA, which starts Nov. 14.\u00a0 The ticket includes access to the Hogwarts Express<\/a>, the train-inspired attraction that connects the Wizarding World of Harry Potter locations in both parks.<\/p>\n

The pass does not include Epic Universe<\/a> theme park, Volcano Bay<\/a> water park, parking in the main garage or discounts on merchandise, food or beverage, according to the Universal website. This pass is not sold at the front gates of the parks.<\/p>\n

First look: Epic Universe blasts out new nighttime show<\/a><\/p>\n

A two-park premier annual pass, valid for 12 months at IOA and USF for Floridians, currently sells for $789.99. Universal also sells a Florida resident preferred\u00a0 pass with restrictions and some block-out dates for $529.99 and a two-park seasonal pass with more block-out dates for $324.99.<\/p>\n

Universal: After-hours events coming for Epic Universe<\/a><\/p>\n

For purchases and more information, go to universalorlando.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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