Epic Universe, the highly anticipated new theme park at Universal Orlando Resort, officially opens Thursday, May 22! FOX 35 News has everything you need to know before you go – from five immersive worlds and thrilling rides to must-try eats and top places to stay.

As one of the fortunate few to visit Universal Epic Universe for its grand opening celebration, I set out to explore every corner of this ambitious new theme park and dive headfirst into every attraction it has to offer.

Check out our Epic Universe reviews of the new theme park’s 11 ride experiences, including Harry Potter, Stardust Racers, Mine-Cart Madness and Hiccup’s Wing Gliders, which place guests in

Universal Orlando's highly anticipated new theme park opens with five worlds featuring 50 attractions (including 11 rides!) May 22

Epic Universe is so last week, am I right? No, of course not. The new Universal Orlando theme park was years in the making, but if you want to wait until it’s less white-hot for a visit, there are new and returning options at Central Florida’s theme parks and attractions in the coming months.

Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s highly anticipated new theme park, opened today on May 22. The official media event took place last night, May 21st, but today marked the first day the park is officially open to the public.

Theme park takes advantage of leaps in high-tech advances and presents 21st century interactive experiences to guests.