The Ultimate Guide to Universal Orlando’s 2025 Events and Experiences
Universal Orlando Resort is gearing up for an unforgettable 2025. In addition to the grand opening of its newest theme park, Epic Universe, the resort boasts an amazing lineup of fun special events and new experiences.
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From thrilling nighttime exclusives to seasonal celebrations, there’s no shortage of excitement coming this year.
Here is everything happening at Universal Orlando Resort in 2025!
Rock the Universe: Florida’s Biggest Christian Music Festival
Dates: January 24–25, 2025 | Location: Universal Studios Florida
Kick off the year with a celebration of faith and music. Rock the Universe is a separately ticketed event that brings together top Christian artists, worship experiences, and Universal’s thrilling rides.
Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval
Dates: February 1–March 30, 2025 | Location: Universal Studios Florida
Get ready for a party like no other! Universal’s Mardi Gras features mouthwatering global cuisine, a dazzling parade, colorful beads, and live concerts.
It is a must-do spring event!
Butterbeer Season: A Toast to the Wizarding World
Dates: March 1–May 31, 2025 | Location: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Hot, cold, frozen, or vegan? Celebrate the magic of Butterbeer in your favorite way! Indulge in seasonal-exclusive treats and raise a frothy mug to everyone’s favorite wizarding beverage.
Grad Bash and Gradventure
Dates: Grad Bash: April 4, 5, 11 & 25|Gradventure: May 2, 9, 16 & 17
High school and middle school graduates can celebrate their milestones with exclusive park access, live entertainment, and thrilling rides.
NEW: Universal Volcano Bay Nights
Dates: April 19, 26, May 3, 10 & 17, 2025 | Location: Universal Volcano Bay
Get ready for a BRAND-NEW event! Experience the beauty of Volcano Bay after dark with this new nighttime event.
Expect shorter wait times, unique entertainment, and your favorite water rides!
Grand Opening of Universal Epic Universe
Date: May 22, 2025
Mark your calendar for the highly anticipated debut of Universal’s Epic Universe.
This all-new theme park will feature immersive lands like SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, and How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, along with three new hotels.
Halloween Horror Nights
Dates: Select nights, August 29–November 2, 2025
Prepare for spine-tingling scares at the Golden Ticket-winning Halloween Horror Nights. With terrifying haunted houses, immersive scare zones, live entertianment and more– this is the ultimate Halloween event.
Holidays at Universal Orlando
Dates: November 21–December 31, 2025
Ring in the 2025 holiday season with dazzling decor, live entertainment, and festive treats. Guests will love Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s.
And, of course, be sure to stop by and visit the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular.
Hotel and CityWalk Events
Universal Orlando’s hotels and CityWalk also offer events throughout the year. From poolside parties to live music at CityWalk, there’s always something to do. More details here!
There is so much happening in 2025, and Universal Orlando Resort is set to deliver unforgettable fun!
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