Epic Universe Express Passes, VIP Tours, Photo Packages, Darkmoor Makeup & More NOW On Sale!
Universal Orlando Resort has more options to help you maximize your visit to Universal Epic Universe opening on May 22, 2025.
Starting today, you can purchase theme park upgrades like Universal Express, VIP Experiences and My Universal Photos packages. Plus, bookings for Dark Universe’s Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience – where you can become your favorite Universal Monster – are also now available.
Universal Express passes for Epic Universe show availability beginning on May 22. while EPIC Universe VIP Tours begin May 23rd.
With a total of more than 50 experiences that range from groundbreaking attractions to unique entertainment to incredibly themed dining and shopping and so much more, Epic Universe will invite you to explore five new worlds: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk and Dark Universe.
Here are the latest Universal Epic Universe products now available for purchase:
Universal Express for Epic Universe
Universal Orlando Resort is currently offering a 1-day Express Pass for Epic Universe, including opening day. Prices start at $130 per person, but on average are priced between $220 to $260 for this Summer. Here are the details.
Universal Epic Universe Express Pass entitles one (1) guest one (1) time express ride access at participating rides and attractions within Epic Universe.
All attractions are included with Universal Express except for Dragon Racer’s Rally, Mine-Cart Madness, and Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry.
The following Epic Universe attractions are available for Universal Express (subject to change):
Constellation Carousel
Curse of the Werewolf
Fyre Drill
Hiccup’s Wing Gliders
Le Cirque Arcanus
Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge
Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment
Stardust Racers
The Untrainable Dragon
Yoshi’s Adventure
Not included with Universal Express:
Dragon Racer’s Rally
Mine-Cart Madness
Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry
In addition to a 1-Day Universal Express Pass valid at Epic Universe, you can also purchase a multi-day Universal Express Pass valid at Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida, and one-day at Epic Universe.
Epic Universe VIP Tours
Universal VIP Experience tours for Epic Universe start at $389.99 per person and include a four-hour guided walking tour with a dedicated VIP Tour Guide and the ability to skip waiting in regular lines for attractions. VIP Tours include free valet for one vehicle.
Currently, VIP tours are not available on opening day, May 22, but are available for May 23, 2025. Note that May 24 has sold out,
VIP Tour of the park comes with exclusive perks like priority access to all attractions and shows and more. Available VIP Experiences include:
1-Park, 1-Day VIP Experience (valid for Epic Universe, Universal Studios Florida or Universal Islands of Adventure; Private and Non-Private Tour options are available)
3-Park, 2-Day VIP Experience (includes VIP Tour of Epic Universe on one day and VIP Tour of Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure on another day; Private and Non-Private Tour options are available)
*VIP Experiences are date, time and park-specific depending on the product purchased.
Epic Universe-Inclusive My Universal Photos
Starting from $89.99 per card, the 1-Day package includes one (1) day of photos at Universal Epic Universe, unlimited digital downloads of the photos, a My Universal Photos-themed lanyard and more.
With My Universal Photos, you have the convenience of having the images that are captured by professional photographers in the park and on participating attractions collected in one place so they can be accessed later for download. You can also purchase prints as a keepsake for the adventures you experienced during your visit.
Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience in Dark Universe
At the Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience located in Dark Universe, you can become fashionably monstrous as skilled artisans use their talents with face makeup to experiment or transform your into Dracula, Frankenstein’s monster, the Bride of Frankenstein, The Wolf Man, The Creature from the Black Lagoon and more.
Two options are available: The Experiment Ticket and the Transformation Ticket. The Experiment Ticket is for full face makeup only.
Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience: Experiment Ticket
At Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience, skilled artists use their talents to bring customers aged 5 and up into the experiment, by transforming them into Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, the Bride of Frankenstein, and more. This option starts at $45.
Each time slot can accommodate up to 2 appointments, and the experience will take approximately 20 minutes. The Experiment This ticket is for full-face makeup only. Separate theme park admission is required. Any guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guest aged 18 or older, who may be asked to assist with minor children.
Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience: Transformation Ticket
At Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience, skilled artists bring customers aged 5 and up into the experiment, by transforming them into werewolves, vampires, and more. Matching accessories complete the monstrous transformation.
This ticket starts at $169.
Each time slot can accommodate up to 2 appointments and is intended for children ages 5-9. This ticket includes face makeup and matching accessories. Separate theme park admission is required.
All Universal Orlando Annual and Seasonal Passholders are eligible for a 10% discount off the ticketed price.
For more information about Universal Epic Universe and to purchase these park upgrades, visit www.universalorlando.com/epicuniverse.