Universal Horror Unleashed, a year-round horror entertainment experience, will open in Las Vegas, Nevada later in 2025. Then Universal Kids Resort, the company’s first theme park designed specifically for families with young children, will open in Frisco, Texas in 2026.

I recently had the incredible opportunity to preview Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s newest theme park. As a lifelong theme park fan and Central Florida native, I’ve had plenty of “wow” moments over the years — but nothing quite compares to this.

Walt Disney Co. is girding for the opening of a new, lavish Orlando theme park from rival Universal next month with a combination of new live events and discounts.