Epic Universe Team Member Previews Set to Begin as Universal Orlando Gears Up for Grand Opening

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Hey Universal Vacationers! Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that Team Member previews for Epic Universe will begin soon. This marks a major step toward the highly anticipated May 22, 2025, grand opening. While previews will initially be exclusive to Team Members, Universal has previously stated that other groups, including Annual Passholders, will also have early access before the official debut. Here’s everything we know so far about the Epic Universe Team Member previews.

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Universal Epic Universe Team Member Previews Begin

Universal has not publicly announced exact dates or details for Team Member previews, but sources indicate that the first round of previews will start this week.

According to reports, the first wave of Team Member previews is scheduled from Saturday, March 1, through Friday, March 7. This initial phase is strictly for Universal Orlando Team Members, giving them the first opportunity to experience Epic Universe ahead of guests.

A second wave of previews will follow at a later date, which will be a “friends and family” preview. During this phase, Team Members will be allowed to bring guests to explore the park before the official opening.

What About Annual Passholder Previews?

Universal has not released any information as to when Annual Passholder previews will take place. Previously Universal has confirmed there will be Annual Passholder previews prior to the Grand Opening. However, since the first half of March is dedicated to Team Member previews, it is unlikely that Passholder previews will take place until later in the month at the earliest, but more than likely in the April and May timeframes.

What This Means for Epic Universe’s Opening Timeline

The start of Team Member previews is a crucial step leading up to the grand opening. These previews allow Universal to test ride operations, guest flow, and overall park readiness. It also provides Team Members with firsthand experience, ensuring they are prepared to assist guests when Epic Universe officially opens.

As Universal moves closer to opening day, more details about additional preview events—including Annual Passholder previews—should be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates on Epic Universe’s phased preview schedule and what’s coming next before its grand debut in May 2025.