Epic Universe: First official guest woke up at 2am
Nikki Zamorano, the first official guest to walk inside the Chronos at Universal's Epic Universe joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about her day at Epic Universe and how Universal Team Members picked her and her Luna outfit to be the first official guest at Epic Universe. Universal's Epic Universe opened today in Orlando, Florida. It is Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universe is home to five lands: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park.
Epic Universe: can't-miss character meet and greets
Victoria Wade, @HeCallsMePineapplePrincess joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the can't-miss character meet and greets at Universal Epic Universe, from Toad, Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach and the iconic Toothless the Dragon at Isle of Berk. Universal's Epic Universe opened today in Orlando, Florida. It is Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universe is home to five lands: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park.
Epic Universe: Isle of Berk on Opening Day
FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live to talk about her experience inside How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk, meeting Toothless the Dragon and the food and drinks, including the mac and cheese cones on display at the Isle of Berk. Universal's Epic Universe opened today in Orlando, Florida. It is Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universe is home to five lands: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park.
Epic Universe: High-tech hotels at the park
FOX 35 news anchor John Brown joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about his conversation with Leslie Pchola, regional vice president at Hilton Grand Vacations, about the priorities with developments and the newest tech Hilton's hotels have right next to Epic Universe, including Las Palmeras, a Hilton Grand Vacations Club hotel. Universal's Epic Universe opened today in Orlando, Florida. It is Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universe is home to five lands: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park.
Epic Universe: Super Nintendo World is a Super Star
Gene Park, Washington Post reporter covering video games and video gaming culture joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down Super Nintendo World, Mario and Donkey Kong creator Shigeru Miyamoto's visit to Orlando and background creating Super Nintendo World and the cultural impact of the land at Epic Universe. Mario, Luigi and Donkey Kong's ability to bring parents, children and grandparents together and the multi-generational nature of Nintendo are on full display right here in Orlando.
Epic Universe: new Harry Potter wands on display
FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live from outside of Epic Universe to break down the new Harry Potter wands available at Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic and all of the interactive parts of 1920s Paris in Universal's newest theme park. Universal's Epic Universe opened today in Orlando, Florida. It is Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universe is home to five lands: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park.
Epic Universe: the people behind the park
FOX 35 News Anchor Ryan Elijah joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down his conversations with officials and representatives responsible for the planning, development, construction and promotion of Epic Universe on its Grand Opening Day. Universal's Epic Universe opened today in Orlando, Florida. It is Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universe is home to five lands: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park.
Epic Universe: Best food and drink options
Kristen Wright from Wright Down Main Street joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the best food and drink options at Epic Universe, from the Ube garlic pizza at Pizza Moon to the Atlantic and the themed Dark Universe food and drinks at Das Stakehouse and the Burning Blade Tavern. Universal's Epic Universe opened today in Orlando, Florida. It is Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universe is home to five lands: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park.
Epic Universe's impact on Orange County
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the impact of Universal Epic Universe on the local community and the economic impact on Orlando and Orange County. Universal's Epic Universe opened today in Orlando, Florida. It is Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universe is home to five lands: Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park.
Epic Universe opening day draws international visitors
FOX 35's Morgan Parrish joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer's LIVE coverage of Epic Universe grand opening coverage speaking with guests driving into the park from Argentina and out-of-state from the American northeast.
Epic Universe: Dark Universe portal opens in Florida
Solaris the Celestian, Dr. Victoria Frankenstein, Frankenstein's monster, the Bride of Frankenstein, Ygor and The Invisible Man celebrate the opening portal to Dark Universe and the village of Darkmoor at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida. Dark Universe houses the Curse of the Werewolf and Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment attractions, and The Burning Blade Tavern and Das Stakehouse eateries. Universal's Epic Universe opens this week in Orlando, Florida -- the first major theme park to open in Florida in nearly two decades. Epic Universe will be Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Universal's Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universal is home to Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, Super Nintendo World, and How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, each with their own attractions, rides, shows, and restaurants. Epic Universe officially opens on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Here is a first look inside Epic Universe.
Epic Universe: Live look inside How To Train Your Dragon
Universal's Epic Universe opens this week in Orlando, Florida -- the first major theme park to open in Florida in nearly two decades. Epic Universe will be Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Universal's Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universal is home to Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, Super Nintendo World, and How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, each with their own attractions, rides, shows, and restaurants. Epic Universe officially opens on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Here is a first look inside Epic Universe.
Epic Universe's grand opening calls for patience as crowds converge on Orlando
As the countdown continues to the long-anticipated grand opening of Epic Universe on Thursday, excitement is mounting — and so are concerns over traffic and crowd control.
Epic Universe grand opening gives nearby businesses high hopes for local economy
As the countdown continues to the long-anticipated grand opening of Epic Universe on Thursday, excitement is mounting — and so are concerns over traffic and crowd control.
Timeline for Universal's Epic Universe Grand Opening
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the timeline for Thursday, May 22 Grand Opening of Universal's Epic Universe, from the gates and parking lots opening at 6 a.m. to the big celebration event happening closer to the park's official 9 a.m. opening.
Countdown to Universal's Epic Universe Grand Opening
Universal's Epic Universe, Orlando's newest theme park opens this Thursday, May 22. FOX 35's David Martin joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to preview the opening of the theme park and the economic impact of Epic Universe on Orlando and Central Florida.
Super Nintendo World store opens on CityWalk
A new Super Nintendo World store has opened in Universal CityWalk Orlando ahead of the Epic Universe opening. The store is located within the expanded Universal Studios Store, near the entrance of CityWalk. The store features a dedicated section for Super Nintendo World merchandise, including items from the land at Epic Universe and the Universal Orlando Resort.
IAAPA predicts families will see vacation deals this summer
A trip to the theme parks can be costly, and many families spend thousands of dollars a year to enjoy family fun in Orlando. Experts are predicting that families will see more deals this summer. FOX 35's Matt Trezza shares some of these new budget-friendly options.
Epic Universe grand opening: What visitors need to know
One week out from the Grand Opening at Universal Epic Universe, Jon & Angie Bowden from the Love Our Life Vlog joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live to preview the park and talk about their experiences at preview days ahead of the full opening of Orlando's newest theme park.
Disney leader predicts Universal's Epic Universe will drive more visitors to the 'House of Mouse': Reports
Disney Parks Chief Josh D’Amaro says he isn't worried about Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park reducing traffic to Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando — in fact, he thinks the opening of the rival destination will help boost attendance.