Over 17,000 Jobs and $2 Billion Later, Epic Universe Makes Its Mark
Universal has officially opened the gates to its long-awaited Epic Universe theme park. Spanning 750 acres, the new Orlando destination launched on May 22 and is already expected to inject $2 billion into Florida’s economy within its first year.

The park is also bringing over 17,500 jobs across the country, making it a game-changer for both tourism and employment. As the first major U.S. theme park built in nearly 25 years, Epic Universe is set to reshape the Orlando tourism landscape while giving Universal a major boost in the theme park race.