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Here are 5 things coming to Central Florida’s theme park landscape in 2025

Several attractions in the works

Haley Coomes, Digital Journalist

A closeup of Mickey Mouse at Magic Kingdom and the Chronos tower at Epic Universe (Universal Parks & Experiences)

ORLANDO, Fla. – For the first time in 26 years, Central Florida is getting a brand new major theme park, and while there’s much excitement surrounding Epic Universe’s May opening, Universal Orlando’s competitors are looking to get a piece of the pie in 2025.

Here are five attractions that are coming to Central Florida parks this year.

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Universal Orlando
The Chronos – the icon of Universal Epic Universe As guests start their day, they will pass through the stunning Chronos portal that serves as the gateway to the incredible adventures found in Epic Universe. The first world guests will encounter upon entering the Chronos is Celestial Park, where they can board a shooting comet for an exhilarating roller coaster adventure, dine on delectable cuisine, shop exclusive merchandise to commemorate their visit and more. (Universal Orlando Resort)

Five immersive worlds, one amazing theme park.

Guests are experiencing Epic Universe for the first time during its preview phase. On May 22, Universal Orlando’s fourth theme park will be open to the public.

Epic Universe will feature over 50 attractions, dining experiences, and shopping opportunities. Not only will the park provide a new level of entertainment, it will also be an economic boost to Central Florida, bringing 14,000 jobs to the 750-acre site.

One-day ticket options, vacation packages, and Express Passes are on sale.

Walt Disney World

Disney’s most infamous baddies are finally getting their chance to share their side of the story.

Taking over the Sunset Showcase in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After” is set to open on May 27, with multiple showtimes each day. The show promises plenty of magic, mayhem, mischief, and a mirror.

Also opening May 27, a reimagined show under the sea.

“The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” will take the audience to Ariel’s treasure trove, with puppets and props taking center stage. Not only will familiar songs be part of that production lineup, but also new-to-this-theater musical numbers.

SeaWorld Orlando
The projection in the theater building at Expedition Odyssey, coming to SeaWorld Orlando. (Copyright 2025 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)

A new experience will combine two things SeaWorld Orlando deeply cares about — thrills and animal conservation.

Set to open this spring, Expedition Odyssey is a state-of-the-art flying simulation ride that will take guests on a thrilling journey through the Arctic.

The ride is part of a bigger upgrade taking place at the park’s Wild Arctic attraction.

Fun Spot Orlando
The Mach Fun tower ride takes guests for a side-by-side flight through the air. (Fun Spot America)

Fun Spot is actually adding four new rides across its Central Florida theme parks, but there’s one that particularly stands out.

At Fun Spot’s Orlando location on I-Drive, guests will be able to experience high-flying twists on Mach Fun, the tallest interactive 360-degree flying jet ride in North America.

The ride is manufactured by SBF-Visa Group and is actually a transplant from The Funplex in Myrtle Beach.

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