ORLANDO, Fla. — The grand opening of Universal’s Epic Universe is Thursday, but WFTV is there now to offer an exclusive sneak peek into the experience.
Reporter Geovany Dias is visiting the parks to gather updates and share an exclusive first-hand look. We’ll keep you posted on this story throughout the day.
You can also keep up with Geovany on WFTV Channel 9’s Facebook and X.
Wednesday, May 21:
WFTV caught up with some of the people bringing characters to life.
WFTV got a tour of Frankenstein Manor.
Here’s the main entrance of Dark Universe.
9:30 a.m.
Epic Universe is about 4 miles away from Universal’s other theme parks. So what will traffic look like for guests who are moving between Epic and the other parks? Channel 9’s Alexa Lorenzo rode the bus to find out.
7:30 a.m.
Geovany Dias is up and at it! He’s heading back into Epic Universe this morning. He’ll be giving us a look into Dark Universe and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic.
5:30 a.m.
We’re just one day away from the grand opening of Epic Universe!
And this morning, we’re showing you more of what you’ll see if you’re lucky enough to go on Day 1.
Channel 9’s Q McCray is live at Universal Orlando.
He’s fining there’s something very special for Super Mario Fans.
It’s almost that time. @UniversalORL #EpicUniverse opens tomorrow. If you’re looking for family fun and brand new immersive worlds we’ve got you covered. Watch @WFTV for a sneak peak. pic.twitter.com/m3QLWhV4jq
— Q McCray (@QMcCrayWFTV) May 21, 2025
And our WFTV team will once again be embedded inside Epic all day long Wednesday.
So far, we’ve been seeing not only the marvels of the new theme park, but the massive social media buzz already unfolding even before Epic Universe’s grand opening.
Tuesday, May 20:
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Watch WFTV live at noon for more coverage of Epic Universe pic.twitter.com/cV2I3iyHTt
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We'll be live throughout the week with exclusive looks at Epic Universe's epic opening! Keep up with our coverage right here on Facebook and on our website here >> at.wftv.com/4kgZA4O
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Super Nintendo World has opened at Epic Universe pic.twitter.com/nFI5qFsHp8
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We are getting ready to see Super Nintendo World pic.twitter.com/gGNrQLawaS
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WFTV has all your weather coverage. Check https://t.co/lZ9rO6jbHF for all your weather updates pic.twitter.com/51zWyAca6z
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Tune in for WFTV at Noon for the weather, forecast, and what whether to expect one coming to Epic Universe on May 22 pic.twitter.com/cw9DWLeVFy
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Watch WFTV live at noon for more coverage of Epic Universe pic.twitter.com/cV2I3iyHTt
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There are 17 moving dragons at the Isle of Berk pic.twitter.com/vHNcqp2bX1
— WFTV Channel 9 (@WFTV) May 20, 2025
It’s all about the details pic.twitter.com/DTJNJpZU71
— WFTV Channel 9 (@WFTV) May 20, 2025
Look at the details of this land! pic.twitter.com/LBVN9CMmxz
— WFTV Channel 9 (@WFTV) May 20, 2025
Here is the entrance to Berk! pic.twitter.com/WYIVj7GpuC
— WFTV Channel 9 (@WFTV) May 20, 2025
We have entered How to Train Your Dragon Isle of Berk pic.twitter.com/l8t728bkBF
— WFTV Channel 9 (@WFTV) May 20, 2025
Ready for an epic day at Epic Universe! Our Geovany Dias and Beatriz Oliveira will be taking you along as they get an inside look at the new theme park. pic.twitter.com/KSR1Ku0v0X
— WFTV Channel 9 (@WFTV) May 20, 2025
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