Universal's Epic Universe General News & Discussion

[RGMick77]

Hey, guys! I re-cut some promotional footage and made a music video out of that Michael Bublé song. Just for smiles and giggles.

 

[saint.piss]

 

[belloq87]

I'm intrigued, what are these?

 

[GAcoaster]

I assume the Name Art is a vendor (John Shawn was the vendor for caricatures/temp tattoos/name art/air brush art at theme parks for decades)

 

[TheCodeMan95]

For those who have had Express - have you been able to knock through everything in one day?

I'm talking rides AND shows!

 

[Wesker69]

For those who have had Express - have you been able to knock through everything in one day?

I'm talking rides AND shows!

I mean... did you see the opening day ride count for @saint.piss !? That was without express. So you should be fine, barring any major downtime for Ministry or Monsters

 

[simon]

And here’s the proof

As I mentioned before, they have always been planning & working on a nightly fireworks show. https://www.orlandoweekly.com/arts/...epic-universes-shows-and-attractions-39712474

I wonder why they aren't utilizing lasers, moving head fixtures on a fountain show like an opening night celebration. I think the current show lighting setting besides little LED fixtures on Epic is quite lacking than Magic Kingdom or Epcot's nighttime show.

 

[Clive]

Friendly reminder: Please avoid double posting. Thank you!

 

[GAcoaster]

This is pretty cool:


"Green in Universal"

 

[Suchomimus]

 

[UAN17]

Not all single rider queues are made the same.

Which ones at Epic are golden, and which are probably worth avoiding? I’ve heard curse is good because you don’t skip anything in terms of pre show?

 

[saint.piss]

Well that's interesting

 

[Clive]

I think this has been happening for a minute - I've been seeing scattered reports of Stardust and Celestial Carousel both accepting guests between approximately 9 and 10pm for 9pm advertised close. A nice bonus!

 

[UniversalRBLX]

Is there an operational reason why they won't announce this in advance (such as push notifications mid-day?)

Is this a way to alleviate disgruntled guests at guest services when the park's other attractions struggle throughout the day?

 

[OrlandoGuy]

Is there an operational reason why they won't announce this in advance (such as push notifications mid-day?)

Is this a way to alleviate disgruntled guests at guest services when the park's other attractions struggle throughout the day?

I think it’s genius the way it is. I have to imagine the park is still finding its footing as far as staffing/scheduling is concerned. On days when everything works out, it’s a surprise and delight with literally 0 customer service downside. And on days when things are tighter, you can close “as scheduled” without upsetting anybody.

 

[UniversalRBLX]

I think it’s genius the way it is. I have to imagine the park is still finding its footing as far as staffing/scheduling is concerned. On days when everything works out, it’s a surprise and delight with literally 0 customer service downside. And on days when things are tighter, you can close “as scheduled” without upsetting anybody.

But they'd likely know if they're doing this a few hours before no? I understand they can't announce this until they know day of, but it can't hurt to send a push notification for those inside the park?

Don't want to be seen as a negative, just think some extra clarification/announcement day of would be appreciated so people can take advantage. I'm hoping this is simply a test to determine the feasibility of keeping CP and a portal open past official park close.

 

[OrlandoGuy]

But they'd likely know if they're doing this a few hours before no? I understand they can't announce this until they know day of, but it can't hurt to send a push notification for those inside the park?

Don't want to be seen as a negative, just think some extra clarification/announcement day of would be appreciated so people can take advantage. I'm hoping this is simply a test to determine the feasibility of keeping CP and a portal open past official park close.

I’m guessing that (assuming this is the case) we’re talking a fringe of staff available and not the order of magnitude necessary to support the level of attendance one would expect if an announcement was made at 4pm or so.

 

[DarkMetroid567]

Is it announced at all? I have to imagine I’d just leave after closing time, not realizing that rides were still open.

 

[TheCodeMan95]

How about this:

Plan on the park closing at 9.
If it doesn't close at 9, cool!
If it closes at 9... yeah, those are the operating hours.

 

[Stonecoldfreak1]

I think this has been happening for a minute - I've been seeing scattered reports of Stardust and Celestial Carousel both accepting guests between approximately 9 and 10pm for 9pm advertised close. A nice bonus!

It stayed open when we were there on 06/08. I saw Celestiki still serving drinks around 9:45 and I said to the bartender "didn't the park close at 9?" and he said they're keeping all of Celestial open until 10 for the time being.

I also checked wait times last night and the whole park seemed to stay open that extra hour, minus Battle at the Ministry and Donkey Kong.