TIMELINE: Ch. 9 has a behind-the-scenes look before Epic Universe grand opening

ORLANDO, Fla. — The grand opening of Universal’s Epic Universe is Thursday, but WFTV is there now to offer an exclusive sneak peek into the experience.

Reporter Geovany Dias and Content Creator Beatriz Oliveira are visiting the parks to gather updates and share an exclusive first-hand look. We’ll keep you posted on this story throughout the day.

You can also keep up with Geovany and Beatriz on WFTV Channel 9’s Facebook and X.

Wednesday, May 21:

WFTV caught up with some of the people bringing characters to life.

WFTV got a tour of Frankenstein Manor.

Here’s the main entrance of Dark Universe.

9:30 a.m.

Epic Universe is about 4 miles away from Universal’s other theme parks. So what will traffic look like for guests who are moving between Epic and the other parks? Channel 9’s Alexa Lorenzo rode the bus to find out.

Epic Universe: What to expect if you plan to travel between Universal's theme parks Epic Universe is about 4 miles away from Universal's other theme parks. (Alexa Lorenzo, WFTV.com/WFTV)

7:30 a.m.

Geovany Dias is up and at it! He’s heading back into Epic Universe this morning. He’ll be giving us a look into Dark Universe and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic.

Geovany Dias ready to explore Dark Universe & The Wizarding World of Harry Potter–Ministry of Magic Geovany is heading back into Epic Universe this morning. Follow his live updates all day long! (Geovany Dias, WFTV.com/WFTV)

5:30 a.m.

We’re just one day away from the grand opening of Epic Universe!

And this morning, we’re showing you more of what you’ll see if you’re lucky enough to go on Day 1.

Channel 9’s Q McCray is live at Universal Orlando.

He’s fining there’s something very special for Super Mario Fans.

And our WFTV team will once again be embedded inside Epic all day long Wednesday.

So far, we’ve been seeing not only the marvels of the new theme park, but the massive social media buzz already unfolding even before Epic Universe’s grand opening.

Epic Universe: From 'old school' Mario to modern day influencers (Q McCray, WFTV.com/WFTV)

Tuesday, May 20:

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