In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops keeps you up-to-date on the latest Central Florida theme park news.

As Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe nears its grand opening, express passes are now on sale.

Central Florida is getting a brand new major theme park, and while there’s much excitement surrounding Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s competitors are looking to get a piece of the pie this summer.

Universal Orlando guests were welcomed home to a new planet on Tuesday as the destination adds another lodging option to its growing hotel portfolio

Orange County commissioners are set to vote on contributing to a $6 million study on expanding the SunRail as part of the Sunshine Corridor project.

The universe is getting real. Check out newly-released photos of the completed worlds inside Epic Universe.

Single-day admission tickets are now available for purchase for Universal Orlando’s newest theme park set to open in just a couple of months.

As the grand opening of Epic Universe nears, Universal Orlando on Wednesday revealed what merch and retail experiences guests will be able to enjoy at its newest theme park.

Universal's fourth theme park will be groundbreaking when it comes to attractions. What exactly can you expect when it comes to entertainment?

March 10, or “MAR10″ when shortening the date, is a yearly celebration to commemorate Nintendo’s iconic plumber and soon, Universal Orlando guests will be able to power up to play with Mario and other characters at Epic Universe.

With three months until the opening of Universal Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort has announced the launch of new tickets and vacation packages for its eagerly-awaited fourth theme park, including tickets exclusively for Florida residents.

Set to debut in 2026, this first-of-its-kind resort is specifically designed for families with young children and will feature themed lands based on characters from DreamWorks Animation, Nickelodeon, Illumination, and Jurassic World.

The countdown is ON!

The mystical portals within Epic Universe will transport guests into incredible worlds. Each one is designed to give guests a transportation sequence complete with LED, media, sound, and visual effects.

Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe will be serving up over 100 delicious food and beverages for guests to try across the five imaginative worlds, the theme park said in a news release.

We're getting our first look at new assortment of wands that will be up for grabs in Epic Universe's "Harry Potter" world.

As Central Florida tourism is experiencing growth across various sectors, industry leaders are taking a close look at trends and challenges for the upcoming year.

It’s the year of Universal Epic Universe and just a few weeks into 2025, Universal Orlando is showing off its newest hotel that’s loosely tied into the storyline of its upcoming fourth theme park.

There’s a new place to get your Epic Universe merchandise.

Universal Orlando Resort is set to open its new theme park, Epic Universe, on May 25, 2025

New numbers show tourists staying in Central Florida hotels brought in more than $359 million in taxes last fiscal year. That amount is expected to increase significantly next year.

On Friday, Take 6 on News 6+ was dedicated to all things Epic Universe and held a Q&A session

Universal Orlando Resort is set to open its new theme park, Epic Universe, on May 25, 2025

From tourist tax dollars to a hiring spree, Epic Universe is expected to be an economic boon when it opens next year. Here's what Orange County can expect.

As we approach the six-month mark until the official opening of Epic Universe, we want to answer your questions.

As Universal Orlando approaches the opening of its largest theme park ever built, a groundbreaking project nearby is set to address the critical need of affordable housing for service and hospitality workers.

It's been more than 10 years since a new major theme park opened in the Orlando area. Here's what's cooking as Universal nears the grand opening of Epic Universe.

Nintendo held a presentation on Nov. 11 showcasing the new area’s ride, merchandise, snacks and more.

Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.

The brand told News 6 of two new confirmed locations, but records show one more in the works near Universal’s Epic Universe.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops keeps you up-to-date on the latest Central Florida theme park news.

Universal Orlando revealed new images of some of the animated figures that make up Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment.

Universal Orlando Resort annual passholders got the chance Thursday to purchase one-day tickets to the new Epic Universe theme park, due to open in May next year. But what many encountered was an epic wait.

Universal Orlando Resort will open its fourth central Florida theme park, just in time for Memorial Day next year.

Epic Universe is officially set to open in May 2025.

According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, Universal Orlando is planning for Epic Universe to be “fully opened as early as Memorial Day weekend of next year”, citing sources familiar with the matter.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops keeps you up-to-date on the latest Central Florida theme park news.

Trooper Steve on Patrol drives the outskirts and discusses future traffic around Universal Orlando's 4th theme park.

Starting next year, the flagship Universal Studios Store at Universal CityWalk is expanding to include two dedicated areas inspired by worlds coming to Universal Orlando Resort’s fourth theme park.

Just like Epic Universe, the Universal Creative Team had their hands in designing the 500-room Loews Hotel located on theme park property. The majestic Mediterranean-inspired stay looks out over Celestial Park’s lush gardens and scenic waters.

To celebrate National Roller Coaster Day on Aug. 16, here is an overview of roller coasters coming to the largest Universal theme park in the United States.

Universal has released the details for all five of its themed lands in its newest park, Epic Universe, which is set to open in 2025.

Set in wizarding Paris from Warner Bros. Pictures “Fantastic Beasts” films and the British Ministry of Magic from the “Harry Potter” film series, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe is slated to open in 2025.

Universal Orlando's fourth theme park set to open in 2025

Universal Orlando Resort shares early ticketing information on its upcoming fourth theme park, Epic Universe.

Universal Orlando Resort is set to open its new theme park, Epic Universe, in just over a year, making its debut in summer of 2025.

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Classic Universal Monsters will have a permanent place to roam in Epic Universe's Dark Universe.

Interactive experience to open Universal CityWalk in June

The Mushroom Kingdom will soon enter Central Florida’s theme park game.

As excitement builds for Universal Orlando Resort’s fourth theme park, guests can already book an out-of-this-world stay near Epic Universe.

I’m Haley and I’m keeping you in the loop on Central Florida theme park news.

New world one of five coming to Universal Orlando’s fourth park

Theme park posts teaser video to social media accounts

One year ago, a land based on the Super Nintendo video game franchise opened in Universal Studios Hollywood with an appropriate red carpet event.

Darrell Reid, 38, worked for the Broward Medical Examiner's Office documenting scenes by taking photographs, according to an arrest warrant.

Universal Orlando Resort is set to revolutionize theme park entertainment in 2025 with the grand debut of its most ambitious project yet – Universal Epic Universe.

The Mushroom Kingdom at Universal Studios Hollywood continues to drive big business for Universal’s theme parks, according to a new earnings report from the parks’ parent company Comcast.

The public will have the chance to learn more about plans to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport and the International Drive corridor this week.

Loews Hotels is ready to take hospitality out of this world with its newest resort hotels coming to Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park, Epic Universe.

Construction is full steam ahead at Universal’s newest theme park.

The public will have the chance to learn more about plans to expand SunRail to Orlando International Airport and the International Drive corridor next week.

Universal Orlando is changing the way you enter its theme parks.

Universal’s Epic Universe will come under a special taxing district under a new ordinance approved by Orange County commissioners Tuesday.

Ryan von Weller joins Justin Warmoth on "The Weekly."

This national roller coaster day, we’re taking a look at some new coasters that have and will roll into Central Florida for all thrill-lovers to enjoy.

Universal Studios Hollywood rolled out the red carpet Wednesday night for its newest attraction, Super Nintendo World.

Significant progress is being made toward the completion of Universal Orlando Resort’s fourth theme park, Epic Universe.

Jeff Shell, the CEO of NBCUniversal, discussed the economic condition of the company’s theme parks at the 24th Annual Credit Suisse Communications Conference Tuesday.

Universal’s theme parks are bouncing back from the pandemic in a big way, with record profits in the last few months and strong attendance growth, according to earnings reports released Thursday.

After several delays due to the coronavirus pandemic, “Super Nintendo World” at Universal Studios Japan is now open. The amusement park is a bigger-than-life-size replica of the company’s most famous games, featuring characters like Mario, Luigi and Yoshi. CNN’s Selina Wang got an insider’s look at the new park, showing how guests enter through the warp pipe. The opening comes as the global theme park industry is struggling and theme parks are reopening in a patchwork around the world. There are plans to open Super Nintendo World in other parts of the world, including Orlando, where the opening has reportedly been delayed until 2025.

Work is resuming on Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe, the widely anticipated theme park that will create an entirely new level of theme park entertainment. Work on Epic Universe was halted last July due to the coronavirus pandemic. Universal said the work on Epic Universe will result in hundreds of jobs within the resort and thousands of jobs across Central Florida. “Our confidence in our collective future is as strong as ever.”“The resumption of the Epic Universe project couldn’t come at a better time,” Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings said. Use the form below to sign up for the ClickOrlando.com In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops newsletter, sent every Friday morning.

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