Universal Studios Orlando hours: Opening times for each park, seasonal tips & more

Yes, all Universal parks are open daily, year-round. An exception is Volcano Bay which closes on select off-season dates. It is scheduled to close starting October 26, 2026, and reopen on or before March 24, 2027.

Early Park Admission lets certain guests enter select attractions up to one hour before official opening. It’s available for Universal hotel guests and those with qualifying tickets.

Aim to arrive 30–45 mins before the listed opening time, especially if you have Early Park Admission. That gives you a head start on the most popular rides.

Yes, if you purchase a Park-to-Park ticket you can visit multiple parks in one day. It's the only way to ride the Hogwarts Express between Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, and it also allows fast travel between the two theme parks.

On average, rides last between 2–7 mins. Don’t forget to factor in queue times, which vary based on crowd levels and can go on for anywhere from 15 mins to 2 hours.

They do. Popular rides like VelociCoaster and Hagrid’s often have the longest waits mid-morning to early afternoon. Use the Universal Orlando App for real-time wait times.

Shows like The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle and Cinematic Celebration usually start after sunset, around 8pm to 9pm.

Expect 15–30 mins during peak times. Arriving early gives you a head start on rides and helps beat the rush.

Yes, but you'll need a Park-to-Park ticket to ride the Hogwarts Express between both parks. Allocate at least 4–5 hours for the full Wizarding World experience.