All the information below is official. Brian Roberts, Comcast CEO and chairman, announced the delay in construction for Epic Universe during a conference call Thursday morning, News 6 in Orlando reported. Universal did not immediately respond to Fox News’ request for comment on the delayed timeline. , — Otto Tieleman (@OttoTieleman) March 3, 2021. According to the Orlando Sentinel, Universal told Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings that Epic Universe is now set to open in early 2025. Universal’s Epic Universe is Back March 3, 2021 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. The first and most important item to note about Epic Universe is its location to all the rest of Universal Orlando Resort. “Our vision for Epic Universe is historic,” Mr. Williams said at the time the project was announced. Like many fans, Kendorrr (@Kendorrr) alluded to Super Nintendo World with a photo of Universal Studios Japan’s brand new land. It will be located on a 750-acre site that nearly doubles Universal’s total available acreage in Central Florida. Good news for theme park fans. Houston (@radiohouston) celebrated by Tweeting: — Houston ️‍ (@radiohouston) March 3, 2021. GCR welcomes lively debate, but will not publish comments that are threatening, libellous or gratuitously abusive. Universal has since decided to pause the theme park indefinitely. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached, or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Inside the Magic. Work is resuming on the new Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe following a slowdown following the Covid-19 pandemic. Epic Universe will feature a new theme park, an entertainment centre, hotels, shops, restaurants and more. UPDATE: Universal announced construction is resuming on Epic Universe! You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! Guests will venture beyond their wildest imagination, traveling into beloved stories and through vibrant lands on adventures where the journey is as astounding as the ultimate destination. I'm so hyped that the best resort in the world continuing to grow larger. Universal was only able to confirm that the theme park would be built “at some point”, Universal announced that Epic Universe was once again back in action, Epic Universe is to be comprised of various lands that all make up one larger park, Universal Fans React to Epic Universe News. I also run a disnerdy Youtube channel called That Disney Girl and would love to chat on Insta too @_thatdisgirl! Image: Universal Orlando Resort’s impression of its “Epic Universe” theme Park (Universal Orlando Resort) Tweet; Share; Share; Add a comment. Premium Member. Universal’s resumption of work on Epic Universe is beginning immediately, although it will take some months to reach full steam on construction in Florida.. Construction is starting again at Universal's Epic Universe. Super Nintendo World is confirmed to be coming to Universal Orlando Resort and we suspect it will be an anchor for this new theme park. As soon as the news dropped Twitter exploded in happiness about the news. Universal Orlando says construction has started for Epic Universe, which executives promise will "forever change theme park entertainment." Universal resumes work on Epic Universe following Covid-19 shutdown | News. Epic Universe will be the first park Universal has built since 1999. Go. The most immersive and innovative park we've ever created. “Our community has so many talented workers who will benefit from this massive project. Late last week Universal Orlando confirmed that the construction of the resort's third theme park, Epic Universe, is kicking off once again in the near future. Market data provided by Factset. But biggest of all, new theme parks like Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe are on hold, and the future is really unclear. As stated by Universal, “Epic Universe will feature a new theme park, an entertainment center, hotels, shops, restaurants, and more. RECOMMENDED: Volcano Bay reopens after closure for winter season. 03 Mar 2021 01:56 PM #61. Now, we just need to wait to find out what we can expect at Epic Universe. Universal stated: “It will be located on a 750-acre site that nearly doubles Universal’s total available acreage in Central Florida.” Epic Universe will feature a new theme park, an entertainment center, hotels, shops, restaurants and more on a 750-acre site that nearly doubles Universal’s total acreage, located a few miles south from Universal Orlando’s current theme parks. October 22, 2020 Alicia Stella 0 Comments Universal Orlando’s announced new theme park, Epic Universe, was put on hold over the summer due to the pandemic. Universal Orlando Resort was finally going to get its third gate that fans have been craving for years. Work on Epic Universe paused in July 2020, as … The most interesting part of Epic Universe is an item that is rather pedestrian in nearly all other theme parks: its layout. The park was originally announced in 2019. Universal has confirmed very little about what the future holds when it comes to Epic Universe, but based on information that we do have, we can paint a pretty accurate picture of what Universal… Currently, Universal has Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure as its main theme parks, but Epic Universe was going to step in and, according to Tom Williams, Chairman, and CEO for Universal Parks & Resorts, “build on everything we have done and become the most immersive and innovative theme park we have ever created.”. UNIVERSAL HOLLYWOOD REOPENING WITH FOOD, SHOPPING EVENT AFTER DISNEY ANNOUNCES SIMILAR EXPERIENCE. It was previously supposed to open in 2023. Is there any news on whether opening will be delayed until 2025? Universal Studios is once again moving forward with Universal’s Epic Universe; a brand new theme park, with an opening date in Orlando Florida within the next few years. Toronto based Disney lover who binges The Office and puts on live performances of Beauty and the Beast in the shower daily! Epic Universe is officially getting back on track! It’s a bright future and I can’t wait to see how amazing it is going to look. Epic Universe is Universal Studios new theme park that is on the way to Orlando Florida! Universal's Epic Universe expected to open in 2023 The new park will feature rides, restaurants, hotels, more Unviersal parks generated $1.6 billion in 3rd quarter of 2019 https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop The day has arrived! It's a bright future and I can't wait to see how amazing it is going to look. By Jenny … Epic Universe will be located on a 750-acre site near the Orange County Convention Center. Hopefully we’ll get our first look at the rumored Fantastic Beasts area next, as well as attractions for the central hub, which will include a massive dueling roller coaster. The biggest speculation and question on the mind of Universal fans is what IPs will Universal use to fill the lands of this park. Epic Universe will be Universal's fourth Orlando theme park. This thread is dedicated to official news and general discussion of Universal's Epic Universe Discussion topics could include official attraction & land news, infrastructure changes, partnerships, opening dates, and other similar announcements regarding the new expansion area. Home; See What's New; Updates And Up-And-Comers. PRIVACY POLICY. This will be the very first Universal park to adopt the traditional wheel-and-spoke design that was immediately popularized by Disneyland back in 1955, with a central hub being placed in the center and all of Epic Universe’s various individual lands radiating out from it. Universal has noted … Sign up now to be among the first to get news and info. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. According to … Market data provided by Factset. Work is resuming on the new Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe following a slowdown following the Covid-19 pandemic. Epic Universe is also expected to bring an additional 14,000 permanent jobs. Work on Epic Universe paused in July 2020, as the company adjusted plans in the midst of the pandemic. ‘A TOUCH OF DISNEY’: DISNEYLAND ANNOUNCES DATES, DETAILS OF TICKETED FOOD EXPERIENCE. It’s going to take longer to enter the Epic Universe. It was announced in August 2019.. The latest news, information and rumours on Universal's Epic Universe, the fourth theme park at Universal Orlando Resort. Latest Update: 01/08/19 – The park will officially be called Universal’s Epic Universe. For all the up-to-date information on Epic Universe, click here. Looks like we’ll have to wait even longer to visit the Mushroom Kingdom. Get the top stories and all the scores from the team at WESH. 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Comcast has released its Q1 results and announced updates on its Universal theme park projects around the world including Epic Universe, Super Nintendo World Japan and Universal Beijing. Stay tuned to the site for continuing coverage of the new park. 30, 2020 ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal … Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Phil (@phillipingram25) is one of many who said: Probably be open by the type Disney finish Tron. The news was revealed in a press conference at the Orange County Convention centre, just southwest of the 750-acre lot where the park will be built. Epic Universe will feature a new theme park, an entertainment centre, hotels, shops, restaurants and more. But today, that all changed. I am confident it will deliver a huge economic boost to Orange County.”. Many have speculated that the park could be similar to the company’s Super Nintendo World in Japan, or that it could be inspired by the company’s Minions brand, CNBC reported. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER. This is due to restaffing and reassembling the vendor and contractor teams. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Earlier this week, Universal Orlando Resort announced that construction on its new Epic Universe park will begin again, after an almost year-long delay because of the pandemic. Look below for some buzz about what’s just arrived—and what's on the horizon. According to the announcement, development has restarted this week, but it will take "several months before reaching full-speed.". The first two theme parks (Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure), the water theme park (Volcano Bay), the original dining/shopping/entertainment district (CityWalk), and the first six hotels (Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Royal Pacific Resort, Sapphire Falls Resort, Cabana Bay Beach R… This won’t be the case with Epic Universe, as it is about twelve minutes from the rest of Universal Orlando Resort. Universal was only able to confirm that the theme park would be built “at some point” but the timeline for Epic Universe was gone. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! In its announcement on Wednesday, Universal said Epic Universe "will create an entirely new level of theme park entertainment." In Exciting News, Universal Orlando Restarts Work on Its Epic Universe Theme Park! Universal Orlando announced this week that construction on its new 750-acre Epic Universe park has restarted. After the conclusion of WrestleMania Night Two's main event between Roman Reigns, Edge, and Daniel Bryan, praise began pouring in online from all corners of the WWE Universe. Pro wrestler Matt Caradona (@TheMattCaradona) is clearly a huge Universal fan as he Tweeted: — Matt Cardona (@TheMattCardona) March 3, 2021. This allows us to bring you the most interesting, entertaining, and unique entertainment experiences, covering theme parks, movies, TV, video games, special events and so much more. Epic Universe will inject billions of dollars into the local economy, resulting in more than 14,000 permanent jobs at Universal‘s fourth gate. Epic Universe was slated to open in 2023, but due to the pandemic that date has now been pushed back. ©2021 FOX News Network, LLC. Mar 10, 2021 #1,621 Grabnar said: It's less Potter than the MoM attraction and keeps it locked to one side of the park. https://www.foxnews.com/travel/epic-universe-park-delays-opening-2025-report Currently, Universal has Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure as its main theme parks, but Epic Universe was going to step in and, … Then, the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and Epic Universe came to an indefinite halt. Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that it is restarting work on its coming theme park, Universal's Epic Universe! The company says they are waiting until the future looks more bright before picking the project back up. What we know about Universal’s Epic Universe Once completed, in addition to a new theme park, Universal’s Epic Universe will also feature an entertainment center, hotels, restaurants and shops. What we know about Universal’s Epic Universe Once completed, in addition to a new theme park, Universal’s Epic Universe will also feature an entertainment center, hotels, restaurants and shops. Universal Orlando has re-started construction on its new theme park, but it’s going to be a while before it’s open to the public, according to reports. Work on the park paused in July, as … We focus on bringing you all things fun so you can plan your theme park vacation, enjoy Disney at home, and more. Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that it is restarting work on its coming theme park, Universal's Epic Universe! ©2021 FOX News Network, LLC. But what exactly makes it “Epic,” we do not yet know. Universal Orlando Resort’s fourth theme park, Universal’s Epic Universe is expected to open in 2023!Follow this page for the latest information and rumours on the park’s attractions, opening date and more. (Update) Epic Universe Opening News, Rumors, Construction | New Universal Orlando Theme Park. By using this site you agree to our privacy policy. Legal Statement. Universal Studios is doing that by building a fourth theme park in Orlando, Florida called Universal’s Epic Universe. More good news! Considering the construction zone for Epic Universe, which is directly behind Orlando’s ICON Park, had been untouched for months, many Universal fans began to lose hope. Latest Update: 01/08/19 – The park will officially be called Universal’s Epic Universe. Universal promised that construction on the new park will bring hundreds of jobs to Universal, thousands of jobs to Central Florida and billions of dollars into the Florida economy. It will be located a few miles from Universal Orlando’s current theme parks in Southwest Orange County (specifically, south of Sand Lake Road and east of Universal Boulevard).”. Epic Universe has been announced to be continuing construction: Effective immediately. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. There's always something new to see and do at Universal Orlando Resort™. “The restart of construction of Epic Universe is a terrific moment for our employees and for our theme park business in Florida,” said Brian L Roberts , chairman and CEO of Comcast. After a brief construction halt due to the COVID pandemic, Universal will resume construction on their third theme park (fourth park in Orlando) Epic Universe. ORLANDO, FLA – 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. One big jab that many Universal fans were poking at Disney was comparing the Epic Universe construction timeline to TRON Lightcycle / Run which has been under construction for quite some time. © 2005–2020 JAK Schmidt, Inc. All rights reserved. ITM now consists of multiple writers living near both Disneyland and Walt Disney World theme parks and around the world. Work on the park paused in July. 04 Mar. Are you excited to go to Epic Universe? Work on the park paused in July, as the company adjusted plans in the midst of the pandemic. Work on Epic Universe paused in July 2020, as the company adjusted plans in the midst of the pandemic. The new theme park will be the fourth one to join the popular resort. Universal's Epic Universe. Legal Statement. Work on the park paused in July, as the company adjusted plans in the midst of the pandemic. All rights reserved. Universal’s Epic Universe will be the resort's fourth theme park, joining Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and Volcano Bay. The rumored lands are: How to Train Your Dragon, Fantastic Beasts, Universal Monsters, Super Nintendo World. READ THE FULL STORY:Universal's Epic Universe on hold CHECK OUT WESH: Stay in the know with the latest Orlando news, weather and sports. Universal Orlando Resort is building a fourth theme park to be called Universal’s Epic Universe. Epic Universe will feature a new theme park, an entertainment center, hotels, shops, restaurants and more. Universal’s Epic Universe is expected to open in 2023. Work is resuming on the new Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe following a slowdown following the Covid-19 pandemic. But what exactly makes it “Epic,” we do not yet know. Guest. Ann Schmidt is a Lifestyle reporter for Fox News. The project was officially announced in August 2019 and it was revealed in October 2019 during an earnings call that Universal was set to open the park in 2023. Epic Universe coming back wasn’t in doubt for monetary reasons. The restart is beginning immediately, but it will take several months to get back up to speed as Universal restaffs and reassembles teams. Universal said the work on Epic Universe will result in hundreds of jobs within the resort and thousands of jobs across Central Florida. Universal has announced that the highly-anticipated extension of its Orlando Resort, Epic Universe, has delayed its planned 2023 opening as development … The restart will create hundreds of jobs at Universal and thousands of roles in Central Florida. Universal's Epic Universe will offer an entirely new level of experience that will forever change theme park entertainment. Construction on Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe theme park has been delayed since mid 2020. During parent company Comcast’s quarterly earnings report, it was officially confirmed that work on Universal Orlando Resort’s future Universal’s Epic Universe theme park has been delayed until “the future becomes more certain.”The park had previously been announced to open in 2023, but that may now shift back. Share Tweet Submit Pin. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Posted on March 4, 2021 by admin. It was expected to open in 2023, but construction was delayed and employees were laid off due to the ongoing pandemic. Universal's New Epic Universe Park Delayed Due to Coro­n­avirus By Ashley Carter Orlando UPDATED 3:30 PM ET Apr. Inside the Magic was created in 2005. I like this streak of promising news we've been able to feature lately. Universal's Epic Universe About us Inside Universal is a website dedicated to covering Universal Parks & Resorts – specifically Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando – with a team of editors dedicated to covering the parks with a fact-based, non-sensationalist driven perspective aimed at educating and informing our readers. All aboard the hype train! Any further delays to the park would’ve been more about external factors than internal. ORLANDO, Fla. (March 3, 2021) – 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. By Jenny Geist Published Mar … Ribbeting news, theme park fans! 1 … Go to page. UNIVERSAL Orlando have announced they are opening a brand new theme park called Universal's Epic Universe. by Mommy Frog on March 3, 2021 Orlando Ribbeting news, theme park fans! Reply Reply With Quote.