If you are seeking a vacation that will sate your adventurous desires while delivering the nostalgia and excitement of a theme park, look no further than Universal Orlando. With a number of enticing events year-round, in addition to three (soon-to-be four) theme parks, Universal Orlando is the perfect vacation destination this year. Check out the excitement they’re offering in 2025 to plan the ideal time for your Florida destination trip.
Mardi Gras
Celebrate Mardi Gras all month long at Universal Studios, with their Mardi Gras event happening from Feb. 1 through Mar. 30, 2025. With this year marking the 30th Anniversary of the event, you won’t want to miss everything they offer. From themed parade floats to diverse culinary choices, there is bound to be something for everyone to indulge in. Mardi Gras at Universal is included with your Universal Orlando theme park ticket, making this celebration a no-brainer addition to your vacation.
Epic Universe Grand Opening
May 22, 2025, marks the grand opening of the newest Universal Orlando addition, Epic Universe. With five all-new worlds to pique your adventurous curiosity—Wizarding World of Harry Potter Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, Celestial Park, How to Train Your Dragon Isle of Berk, and Super Nintendo World—the park is bound to live up to its name. Twenty new attractions, shows, and experiences come with this grand opening, along with three new hotels. Countless new wonders await!
Fourth of July Celebration
Experience the joys of Independence Day fireworks while in the Universal Orlando park. With live music, unique Americana-inspired cuisine, and special character meet-and-greets, the Fourth of July at Universal is a unique experience. The best part is that the celebration is included in your theme park admission, meaning everybody can participate in the festivities.
Halloween Horror Nights
Perhaps most notably offered at Universal Orlando is its Halloween Horror Nights event. Extending Halloween from Aug. 29 through Nov. 2, 2025, Halloween Horror Nights is an after-hours fright fest for lovers of all things scary. With multiple immersive haunted houses—usually based on popular TV shows, films, and video games—and scarers lurking throughout the park, Halloween Horror Nights is the epitome of a spooky celebration. Gather your bravest friends and round them up for a Fall vacation at Universal Orlando this year.
Universal Holidays
Celebrate the holidays at Universal Orlando this year during their month-long winter extravaganza from Nov. 31 through Dec. 31, 2025. With the parks adorning festive makeovers in tune with the holiday spirit, Universal Holidays is the perfect family vacation this winter. Whether you prefer a magical Christmas in the Wizarding World or dare to meet with the Grinch for breakfast, there’s a holiday treat for everyone. Enjoy decor, specialty food, and merry experiences during this event.
New Year’s Eve
Ring in 2026 the Universal way by joining in on Universal Orlando’s CityWalk New Year’s celebrations. An event meant for guests 21+, partygoers can experience live music and gourmet meals, in addition to access to five clubs and an outdoor dance floor. A separately ticketed event, you won’t want to miss this exceptional chance to start the new year off right.
No matter what you look for in a vacation, Universal Orlando has something to make your trip worthwhile. Be sure to look into one (or multiple!) of these inimitable events and make memories that will last you for the rest of your life.
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