Universal's Epic Universe theme park opens in Florida
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You can imagine the boardroom meeting back in 2019, when Universal Orlando announced the opening of a new theme park.
Universal’s parent, Comcast, spent $7B to create and build the first major U.S. amusement park to open in more than 20 years. The park, called Epic Universe, is a critical element of Comcast's push to make the Universal Orlando Resort into a Disney-esque weeklong destination, The Wall Street Journal reported.
Universal Orlando is unveiling its first major amusement park in over 20 years. Known as Epic Universe, the new theme park opens to the public on May 22 and will allow guests to explore five distinct worlds that are each inspired by renowned franchises.
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Countdown to Universal's Epic Universe Grand OpeningUniversal'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.
Cypress Gardens, opened by Dick Pope Sr. in Winter Haven, was Florida’s first commercial theme park, famous for botanical gardens and water ski shows. Legoland Florida replaced it in 2011, offering Lego-themed rides and family attractions for kids 2-12.